SCHOOL MEALS

School meals are prepared and served within a cafeteria system in the school dining hall. There is an extensive choice of menu from snacks to a full dinner.

P1 – P5 receive a free school meal. P6 and P7 pay £3.25.

Breakfast Club

St. Gerard’s has a breakfast club. The club starts at 8.15am and finishes at 8.55am in time for the start of the school day.  Primary 1-5 are entitled to a free breakfast. The cost is £1 for Primary 6 & 7 children.

St. Gerard’s cafeteria operates a cashless System accessed online through the Parent Portal. Please contact the school for access details. https://www.ipayimpact.co.uk/IPI/Account/LogOn

Special diets for pupils suffering from certain allergies, illnesses such as diabetes or religious observance can be arranged. The child’s Registered Dietician or General Practitioner must complete a medically prescribed diet form.

Information and application forms for free school meals may be obtained from schools, first stop shops, libraries and The Civic Centre in Motherwell.

Parents/carers are entitled to receive a clothing grant if they are in receipt of any of the following benefits: Income Support, Job Seekers Allowance, (income based).  Employment & Support Allowance (income related),universal credit, housing benefit, council tax rebate.

Packed Lunches:  Children will be supervised while eating packed lunches and can sit with their friends who are having school dinners.

Children are not allowed to leave the playground after school dinner or packed lunch. In accordance with Health and Safety, children are not permitted to go to the shop during lunchtime and we also wish to encourage healthy eating.