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Blackpool Council
Customer First Centre

Tel: (01253) 477477

Customer First Centre
Monday to Friday 8.30am-5.15pm
Saturday Closed

Customer First Telephone Line
Monday to Friday 8.30am-5.15pm
Saturday Closed

Municipal Building
Corporation Street
Blackpool
FY1 1NF

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Free School Meals

Free School Meals Your child(ren) may be eligible to receive free school meals if you are in receipt of one of the following:

  • Income Support
  • Income Based Job Seekers Allowance
  • Universal Credit
  • Child Tax Credit (only if you do not get Working Tax Credit) and only if your annual income is less than £16,190
  • Guarantee Pension Credits 
  • Income related Employment & Support Allowance
  • Support under Part VI of the Immigration & Asylum Act 1999
Please note if you are in receipt of Housing Benefit/ Council Tax Reduction you may not have to fill in a form for Free School Meals  however if unsure please ring the Assessment Team for advice on 01253 478940. 

Please use the Frequently Asked Questions below to find out more.
Related Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Question
 Do I qualify for the free school meals scheme?
Frequently Asked Question
 Where can I obtain a form to apply for free school meals?
Frequently Asked Question
 What information do I need to submit when I apply for free school meals?
Frequently Asked Question
 If I am in receipt of Working Tax Credit am I entitled to free school meals?
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