School Essentials Grant

The School Essentials Grant is available to help families on a low income, with children who attend a maintained primary or secondary school.

You can use the grant to buy things like:

• school uniform,
• sports kit,
• uniform for enrichment activities, such as community sports
• school bags, and
• stationery.

You cannot use this grant to buy IT equipment.

If your child is in primary or secondary school

You could get a grant of £200 per child if they are starting year 7.

You could get a grant of £125 per child if they attend primary school or are in years 8, 9, 10, or 11.

Apply online