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Eligibility: This course is open to all School Business Managers and Head Teachers in South Gloucestershire maintained schools
As part of Schools Finance Bitesize training, this is a short 1 hour session delivered via Microsoft Teams.
Starting in September 2026, the national Free School Meals (FSM) eligibility criteria for state-funded schools in England is expanding. The current £7,400 net earnings cap is being removed, entitling every child from a household receiving Universal Credit to a free school meal. This expansion will cover over half a million additional pupils
In this session we will explain how different funding streams are impacted by the changes in eligibility for FSM and how this will be accounted for in your school’s budget. We will discuss:
What the changes in eligibility are
The Free School Meals expansion grant methodology
Changes to the Universal Infant Free School Meals grant
Funding going forward
As a result of this course, you will have knowledge and skills in the following areas:
The charge for this course or event is: £ 30.00
If this course has a cost for your school and a booking is made before 1st September 2026, we will charge via school statements in the usual way. From 1st September 2026 you will be asked to pay via GovPay upon sign up, using a credit or debit card.
Please ensure that you book onto the course date to complete your booking by clicking on ‘View and choose course dates’. If you can no longer attend please cancel your place giving at least 7 days’ notice in order to be able to claim a refund.
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