School Essentials Grant

The Welsh Government is offering help with school costs – find out about the support your child may be eligible for, as well as additional funding available for their school.

Claim what’s yours: Get financial help through the School Essentials Grant

The School Essentials Grant scheme for 2024-25 opened on 1 July. Applications will close 31st May 2025.

This support can help with essentials like school uniform and equipment to make sure your child is ready for the school day.

You could be entitled to financial help of up to £125 for:

  • school uniform, including coats and footwear
  • school activities: this could include learning a musical instrument, sports kit and other equipment for after school activities
  • classroom essentials: this could include pens, pencils and school bags

Even if learners are receiving Universal Primary Free School Meals, it is important to still check eligibility to access the School Essentials Grant and extra funding for schools.

If you are eligible, this could mean that further financial help is available to you, and your child’s school gets increased funding too.

Please do not hesitate to contact us at school if you have any questions.