November holiday free school meal direct payment

Wednesday 29 November 2023

Families who qualify for free school meals based on financial criteria will receive a single direct payment of £6.60 to cover the November three day holidays (two in service days and St Andrew’s Day). This payment will be in bank accounts on or around Wednesday 29 November.

You’ll receive a payment if you have a child currently in:

  • P1-P5 who is in receipt of school clothing grant
  • P6-S6 who is in receipt of free school meals during term time.

If you are not already in receipt of school clothing grant or free school meals you can check your eligibility and apply on our website.