Free School Meals Letter

Dear Parent/Carer

We are writing to encourage all families to check their eligibility for Free School Meals (FSM).

Why registering for FSM remains extremely important?

When your child is registered, the school receives additional funding through Pupil Premium. This means your child can access valuable support such as academic resources, enrichment opportunities, educational trips, and targeted interventions. These opportunities directly benefit your child’s progress and overall school experience. Without registration, it is not always possible to identify that your child is entitled to benefit from these additional opportunities.

For students in the Sixth Form

Being registered for FSM can unlock even greater opportunities. This includes free access to Up Learn, an award-winning online revision platform worth £900. Up Learn provides high-quality, interactive courses designed to help students achieve top grades through video lessons, quizzes, and personalised learning support. In addition, when applying to university, your child may be eligible for contextual offers, which can lower entry requirements and improve access to a wider range of higher education opportunities.

For students in the lower school

Being registered for FSM provides funding to support a wide range of initiatives and programmes, including mentoring, academic support sessions, extracurricular activities, and wider enrichment opportunities that enhance both learning and personal development.

Students who are not registered for FSM may miss out on important opportunities and support that could make a real difference to their education. We strongly encourage all eligible families to complete the FSM application form as soon as possible. The process is quick and straightforward, and our school office is happy to assist you if needed.

How to apply

Please complete the application online using this link https://synergy.hackney.gov.uk/Synergy/Enquiries/Citizen/FreeSchoolMeals.aspx

If you have no access to public funds, please complete the attached form instead and return it to us.

You will receive confirmation of the outcome of your application via email or phone. Parents and carers whose applications are successful and meet the eligibility criteria will also receive a £30 gift card. You will be contacted to collect your voucher.

By applying, you are not only supporting your own child but also helping the school to secure vital funding that benefits the wider school community.

If you have any questions or need help with your application, please do not hesitate to contact Laura Hughes at laurahughes@cardinalpole.co.uk

Thank you for your continued support.

Yours sincerely,

Mr A O’Donoghue

HEAD OF SCHOOL

Website: https://www.cardinalpole.co.uk/
Location: 205 Morning Ln, London E9 6LG, UK
Phone: 020 8985 5150