At St. Patrick's Catholic Primary School, we are proud to have an excellent on-site kitchen where all school meals are freshly prepared and cooked each day by our dedicated catering team.

We are committed to providing nutritious, balanced and high-quality meals that support our pupils' health, wellbeing and learning throughout the school day. Our menus offer a variety of delicious options, helping children to enjoy healthy eating while catering for a range of tastes and dietary requirements.

Our kitchen has been awarded a 5-Star Food Hygiene Rating by the Local Authority, reflecting the very highest standards of food safety, cleanliness and food preparation.

We believe that enjoying a healthy, freshly cooked meal is an important part of the school day, and we are proud of the excellent dining experience we provide for our pupils.

Applying for Free School Meals

Universal Infant Free School Meals

All children in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 attending state-funded schools in England are entitled to receive a free school meal, regardless of their family's income or financial circumstances.

This is known as Universal Infant Free School Meals (UIFSM) and ensures that every child in the infant years has access to a healthy, nutritious meal during the school day.

Income-Based Free School Meals

Children in Key Stage 2 (Years 3 to 6) may be eligible for Income-Based Free School Meals if their parent or carer receives certain qualifying benefits.

Even if your child already receives Universal Infant Free School Meals, it is important to apply if you believe you may be eligible. Successful applications can provide additional funding for the school through the Pupil Premium, helping us to support your child's education and wellbeing.

If you think you may qualify, please contact the school office where we will be happy to assist you with the application process.

You can also find further information and details of eligibility criteria on the Telford & Wrekin Council website using the link below.

 http://www.telford.gov.uk/info/20028/school_meals/9/free_school_meals