Education Services

The service provides prompt and regular notification to schools of their pupils entitlement to Free School Meals.

Free Service

Free School Meal awards are determined by legislation.

Claims for Free School Meals can be made by telephoning the Benefits Section direct on 01429 284188 or by completing an application form. 

Application forms are available in schools and direct from the Civic Centre, Victoria Road, Hartlepool, TS24 8AY.  

Once an application for Free School Meals has been received systems are checked to verify eligibility. This information is used to make a decision.  Schools and parents are then notified of the outcome.   

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