Your school is here to help in more ways than providing an education for your child(ren). We can signpost you to many different supports and agencies.
This is the financial support / advice / grants section. If you are needing support but still unsure how to access it or where to start, please email me on rachelcolclough@shetland.gov.uk and together we can figure it out.
Help with recent price hikes
We Shine Brighter Together – Campaign Videos – Shetland Islands Council
Top Tips from our Eco Committee
Parent Club- Money and Work- guide / support for families
St Ringans Hub- Shetland Islands Council- Cost of Living support for families
Citizens Advice – save money on gas and electricity
Home Energy Scotland- reduce my bills
Social Security Scotland– this site signposts many benefits you may be eligible for including-
- Best start grants (including- Pregnancy/ Baby/ Early Learning / school age / food)
- Young Carer Grant
- Child Winter Heating Assistance
- Scottish Child Payment
- Child Disability Payment
- Carer’s Allowance Supplement
- Funeral Support Payments
- Job Start Payment
Clothing Grants, Free School Meals and Free School Milk
Education Maintenance Allowance
Free School Meal Holiday Support and Family Pandemic Payments
Anchor– Family Support with filling out grant applications, requesting food parcels and second hand clothing