free school

noun

1. a privately run school organized as an alternative to the traditional public or private school, usually following a highly flexible approach to the curriculum and teaching methods.

Example Sentences

She would like free school meals to not be means tested but failing that, says the eligibility threshold should be lowered.

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The council has also said that payments would be made to families who have missed out on free school meals because of the strike.

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Families who qualify for free school meals usually have to register their children to get a meal, even if they meet the criteria.

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Some families do not sign up for free school meals they are entitled to because of language barriers, not understanding the eligibility criteria or because of a stigma around sharing financial information.

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In England, families are eligible to apply for free school meals if they are on universal credit and have a household income below £7,400 per year, after tax.

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