Weston Village Primary SchoolPupil Premium and Free School Meals
Support for Families: Pupil Premium and Free School Meals
At Weston Village Primary School, we believe that every child deserves the very best opportunities, and we’re here to help make that happen. One way we can do this is through Pupil Premium funding, which gives schools extra money to support children’s learning, wellbeing, and experiences in school.
If you think you might be eligible, we’re here to help you through the process—no judgement, no fuss, just support.
What Is Pupil Premium?
Pupil Premium is additional funding given to schools to support children who might benefit from a little extra help. Schools receive funding for:
✔️ Children who qualify for Income Related Free School Meals (FSM)
✔️ Children who are Looked After by the Local Authority (CLA)
✔️ Children previously in care, adopted, or under special guardianship
✔️ Children with a parent in the armed forces
At Weston, we use this funding to provide extra support, enrichment opportunities, learning resources, and to ensure that every child can Be the Best They Can Be.
Why It Matters
Even if your child doesn’t want a school meal and prefers a packed lunch, registering for FSM means:
✅ Extra funding to support your child in school
✅ Access to discounted school trips and enrichment activities
✅ Additional help with uniform or resources (when needed)
✅ The potential for extra academic and pastoral support
Registering is quick, confidential, and makes a huge difference!
"We had no idea we were eligible, but school helped us through it and now my child is getting so much more support." — Weston Parent
Are You Eligible for Free School Meals?
You may qualify if you receive any of the following:
Universal Credit (with earnings below £616.67/month)
Income Support or Income-Based Jobseeker's Allowance
Income-Related Employment and Support Allowance
Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
State Pension Credit (Guarantee element)
Child Tax Credit (annual income below £16,190 and no Working Tax Credit)
Working Tax Credit run-on (paid for 4 weeks after stopping WTC)
If you’re not sure, ask us! We’re happy to help you check.
How to Apply
Applying is easy—and we can help if you’d like support with the form.
Call 0300 123 5012
Apply online at Cheshire East Free School Meals
Ask for an application form at your local Job Centre
Or pop in and speak to our friendly office staff—we’re always here to help!
How We Use Pupil Premium at Weston
At Weston Village Primary School, Pupil Premium funding helps us provide:
Tailored learning support
Access to clubs, trips, and enrichment activities
Emotional and wellbeing support
Learning resources and equipment
Uniform support, where needed
Every year we publish a Pupil Premium Strategy and Impact Report, showing exactly how the funding is spent and how it benefits our pupils.
We’re Here for You
We understand it can feel daunting to ask for help, but we are here to make it easy. If you think you might be eligible, or if you just want to chat it through, please contact the school office or speak directly to Mrs Loveland (our Pastoral Lead and SENDCo) or Mr Cutts (our Headteacher and Pupil Premium Lead). We’ll be happy to help in any way we can.
"We didn’t think we’d qualify, but it was simple, and now my child’s getting extra support and doing brilliantly!" — Weston Parent