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Apply for Free School Meals

& Help Unlock Government Funding for Your Child's School!

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FSM Info for Parents and Carers

Parents & Carers

Checking for Eligibility

Your child may be eligible for free school meals if you receive certain state benefits.

  • Get a result in minutes
  • Just a simple online form to complete
  • Obtain additional funding for your child's school
  • No need to reapply
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FSM Info for Schools

Schools & Local Authorities

Sign Up For Free

Schools and Local Authorities in England can use this website completely free!

  • Increase pupil premium income
  • Simplify the FSM eligibility process
  • Bulk upload and easily recheck applications
  • Reduce admin time
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Trusted

LGfL is a not-for-profit charity trusted by thousands of schools.

£232M+

In potential FSM related funding identified for schools so far.

Established 2001

Delivering reliable services to schools for over two decades.

ERA 2026 Award Winner

"LGfL's updated Free School Meal Eligibility Checker provides an invaluable free service to over 4,000 schools, removing barriers for families and ensuring no child misses out."

Winner -
Education Resources Awards 2026