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@StanwellSchool - 16:03 PM - 1 Jul 2025

A wonderful view of Staufen and the Black Forest from its castle ruins after a steep climb for our German exchange pupils past all the vines of the local wine makers. Es war heiss aber fantastisch! pic.twitter.com/sMNpuQ835O— Stanwell MFL () July 1, 2025

@StanwellSchool - 15:52 PM - 1 Jul 2025

Glorious sunshine again for our last day on the German exchange. After morning lessons, we took in a tour of picture postcard Staufen before heading up to the castle ruins. ön pic.twitter.com/ZwKgX31mz0— Stanwell MFL () July 1, 2025

@StanwellSchool - 10:15 AM - 1 Jul 2025

Well done to the boys who competed in the Year 7 athletics championships yesterday!! pic.twitter.com/4NMnz3SG1I— Stanwell School PE () July 1, 2025

@StanwellSchool - 22:24 PM - 30 Jun 2025

Our German exchange pupils enjoyed a huge variety of rides and shows today at Europapark, soaking up the carnival atmosphere and beautiful setting. pic.twitter.com/IAirz9Vx8N— Stanwell MFL () June 30, 2025

@StanwellSchool - 22:21 PM - 30 Jun 2025

A super exciting day for our German exchange pupils and their partners at Europapark, Germany's largest theme park. Sweltering temperatures (35C) did not get in the way of favourites like Silver Star, Blue Fire, Wodan and Fjord Rafting! pic.twitter.com/pumnNpQVn5— Stanwell MFL () June 30, 2025

@StanwellSchool - 11:29 AM - 28 Jun 2025

Our German exchange pupils loved sampling the culinary delights on offer at Freiburg's Münsterplatz market- Oliven, Erdbeere, Currywurst und Bratwurst. Lecker! pic.twitter.com/YBHqaZzS2E— Stanwell MFL () June 28, 2025

@StanwellSchool - 11:26 AM - 28 Jun 2025

Our German exchange pupils visited the memorial to the Old Synagogue in Freiburg before exploring the city and its market. We met a retired German teacher who was so impressed by our exchange and Y12's translation skills 🎉👏 pic.twitter.com/BZjVHN8ELw— Stanwell MFL () June 28, 2025

@StanwellSchool - 11:21 AM - 28 Jun 2025

After a morning in school, our German exchange pupils caught the train to Freiburg to take in the sights and experience the joys of the market at the Münsterplatz. Wunderbar! pic.twitter.com/NHepF3tewv— Stanwell MFL () June 28, 2025

@StanwellSchool - 09:11 AM - 27 Jun 2025

Members of our 6th form learner voice groups representing Stanwell at the Vale School Council Network this morning. pic.twitter.com/MFzwgmuXpt— Stanwell_School () June 27, 2025

@StanwellSchool - 15:55 PM - 26 Jun 2025

A great day lakeside in the Black Forest for our German exchange pupils, with a few stops for some fresh delights at the Bäckerei en route to keep us going! pic.twitter.com/oqyKnYgSFl— Stanwell MFL () June 26, 2025
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Free School Meals

Every child has the right to the same opportunities to meet their potential. Free school meals are available to eligible pupils who attend full-time school. This includes Sixth Form Students

Please see the following guidance from Welsh Government regarding eligibility

Free School Meals In Wales Information

The Welsh Government Website says ‘Children and young people, whose parents or carers receive certain benefits, are entitled to free school meals. A child/young person may be eligible for free school meals provided certain eligibility criteria are met. If these criteria are met, the parent must apply for their child to receive free school meals.’

If you are claiming certain benefits, you could save money by claiming free school meals for your child.

Children who attend school in the Vale of Glamorgan and whose parents or carers receive the following benefits are entitled to receive Free School Meals. 

 

  • Income Support
  • Income-Based JobSeekers Allowance
  • Income-Related Employment Support Allowance
  • Guaranteed Pension Credit
  • Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
  • Child Tax Credit where total annual income (as assessed by HMRC) is less than £16,190
  • Working Tax Credit 'run-on'
  • Working Tax Credit 'run-on' 
  • Universal Credit where annual net earnings from employment or self-employment are £7,400 or less (as assessed by the Department for Works and Pensions)

  

Pupils who receive Income Support or Income-Based JobSeekers Allowance or Income-Related Employment Support Allowance in their own right are also eligible to receive free school meals.

You will not qualify for Free School Meals if you are in receipt of Working Tax Credit or Universal Credit and your annual net income from employed or self-employed earnings is over £7,400.

How to apply for free school meals

Applying for free school meals is a lot easier than you might think. If you think you may be eligible for free school meals you should apply to the LEA using the free school meal application form.

In all cases the actual application for Free school meals and/or a Uniform grant is dealt with by the Vale of Glamorgan Council. Guidance and an application form can be found in the document below or by visiting the Council’s website https://www.valeofglamorgan.gov.uk/en/living/schools/Free-School-Meals.aspx

School Essentials Grant

This grant can be used to help with the following:

  • The purchase of school uniforms including coats and shoes
  • Uniform for enrichment activities including but not limited to; scouts, guides, cadets, martial arts, sports, performing arts or dance.
  • Equipment e.g. school bags and stationery
  • Specialist equipment where new curriculum activities begin such as design and technology
  • Equipment for out of school hours trips such as outdoor learning e.g. waterproofs
  •     And laptops or tablets

How to apply https://www.valeofglamorgan.gov.uk/en/living/schools/School-Essentials-Grant.aspx