The government have sent us an important update about Free School Meal vouchers. Free School Meals vouchers are for term time as the provision for free school meals is ordinarily term time only. If this changes, the Department for Education will update its guidance.
The DfE extended the support to the Easter holidays due to the unprecedented level of disruption and uncertainty for schools during implementation of the initial COVID-19 restrictions.
If, for example, a parent was given a £60 voucher for their child a fortnight before the holiday, this would cover provision for the two weeks before the holiday and the two weeks after. Parents will be able to redeem their vouchers and purchase food w/c 25 May providing they understand they are buying food for another period.
Help is available from:
Blackburn with Darwen Help Hub
The Blackburn with Darwen Help Hub is here to help the local community who may need some support, this can be help with accessing food and other essential supplies to help get through these challenging times. There will also be staff and volunteers who can make phone calls to check on people to keep their spirits up while isolating at home. People can get in touch with the Help Hub by calling 01254 588111.
Food Parcels
Blackburn Central High School continues to deliver food parcels to our community during this lockdown. If we can help you please contact our Headteacher Mrs Hussain at shussain365@bchs.co.uk.