Thousands of Kids to Get Free School Meals From 2026

Thousands of kids to get free school meals from 2026

"This big change will ensure children can focus on the education they need to succeed and build their lives."

More than one in four pupils in England now eligible for free school meals

The figures come as the Government announced plans to expand free lunches to all pupils in families that claim universal credit from September 2026.

More than 5,000 more children eligible for free school meals in St Helens North

MORE than 5,000 children in the St Helens North constituency will be eligible for free school meals from the start of the next academic year.

All the pupils eligible for free school meals in England in your area - Manchester Evening News

Nearly half of pupils in Manchester are eligible

See how many children in your North East area are eligible for free school meals

Here is a full list of the proportion and number of pupils currently eligible for free school meals in every area of England, including Newcastle and Gateshead