School Meals

Allergy Awareness 

Please note, it is extremely important that you inform your child’s academy and Chartwells of any food allergies or intolerances that your child has. We welcome all children with allergies/intolerances and providing we deem it safe to do so, an appropriate meal can be provided daily in line with our internal policies and procedures. This food is prepared in a sanitised area of the academy’s kitchen. 

Free School Meals 

Every child in Reception, Year One and Year Two classes will receive a school meal irrespective of family circumstances. You can still be eligible for a 'Pupil Premium Grant' because of your financial circumstances and receive a qualifying benefit. If you are receiving a qualifying benefit then please inform Central Bedfordshire Council as the academy will receive extra Pupil Premium funding from the Government which will be used to support your child’s education. 

Find out if you are eligible and make sure your son / daughter benefits from; 

• a great selection of hot lunches 
• Healthy & delicious food 
• Better concentration and improved performance as a result of a nutritious school lunch 

Call 0300 300 8306 (Mon-Thurs 8.30am to 5.30pm, Fri 8.30am to 4.30pm) to complete your application over the telephone.

Eligibility Criteria

You may qualify if you are in receipt of the following:

• Income Support or; 
• Income Based Job Seekers Allowance or; 
• Employment & Support Allowance (Income-Related) or; 
• Guarantee Element of the State Pension Credit or; 
• National Asylum Seekers Support (NASS) or; 
• Child Tax Credit (but not Working Tax Credit), and have an annual income that does not exceed £16,190 
• AND your son / daughter attends school full-time.