School Meals

Cooked on the premises and very nutritious. Our meals are very popular with the children. Foundation and Key Stage 1 children’s meals are free and Key Stage 2 children pay £1.50 per meal.

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Elite Award

Francis Askew Primary School has attained a Food Hygiene Rating of 5 (Very Good) . As this was the third consecutive occasion this school received a top 5 score, Francis Askew Primary School has qualified for the prestigious Scores on the Doors Elite Award.

School Money

Free School Meals

At Francis Askew Primary School children in our reception class, year one and year two receive a free school lunch if they wish, and it has not been necessary for any parents to fill in a Free School Meals application form.

We are able to claim extra money from the government which we use to help us provide a range of extra trips for children, and this money is linked to parents applying for Free School Meals in the past. In order to continue claiming this money from the government, we need parents to re-register for Free School Meals.

So, if you receive a benefit that gives entitlement to Free School meals (as detailed below) please pop in to school reception where they can provide a form and help you fill it out.

Children of families receiving Income Support, Employment Support Allowance (income related), Income-based Job Seekers allowance or Universal Credit are entitled to receive free school meals. Families receiving support under Part Vi of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999 are also entitled.

If your child has been in receipt of a Free School Meal at any point in their school life due to a qualifying benefit, then they will not be charged to attend our Breakfast Club.

Further information:

“Pupils are happy and safe at Francis Askew Primary School, where high expectations and a strong values-led culture help every child to thrive.”

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“Teachers have high aspirations for all pupils, who respond with motivation, respect, and a love of learning across a wide range of subjects.”

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“Children enjoy imaginative and purposeful play, from balancing on beams to building dens—developing teamwork, curiosity and confidence.”

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“The carefully sequenced curriculum breaks learning into small steps, helping pupils to build strong knowledge and succeed in subjects like science and art.”

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“Phonics is taught with consistency and care, enabling all pupils to become fluent readers with access to books that match the sounds they’ve learned.”

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“SEND provision is inclusive and effective, with tailored resources and perceptive teaching that builds pupils’ confidence and independence.”

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“Reading is celebrated through clubs, assemblies and class storytime—fostering a whole-school love of books and language.”

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“In early years, children use newly learned vocabulary during rich, creative play, showing strong concentration and collaboration from an early age.”

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“Pupils respect differences, learn about world religions, and understand the importance of being active, healthy and kind.”

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“Leaders are ambitious, reflective, and committed to improving outcomes for every child, supported by staff who feel valued and well led.”

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