For the latest information on Free School Meals, please visit the Together for Children website - https://www.togetherforchildren.org.uk/article/21204/Free-School-Meals

Applications and re-applications

Sunderland uses an online Free School Meals portal to apply.

• The system is currently being updated in line with new Government guidance
• Applications are not currently open
• The portal is expected to be available from early July 2026

Once available, families will be able to:

• Apply if they think their child will become eligible from September 2026
• Reapply if they disagree with their child's eligibility decision

If you have any questions that are not covered on the website, please contact freeschool.meals@togetherforchildren.org.uk