Catering & Free School Meals
Catering at St Mary's is managed in house by Mark Blinkhorn our Catering Manager. Mark and his team are dedicated to providing tasty, fresh and healthy food daily for 1600 students and staff.
Every day there are 3 main meals on offer including a vegetarian option that range from beef casserole to homemade curries. Also on offer daily are paninis, pasta pots and a large variety of freshly made sandwiches.
St Mary's Catholic High School operate a cashless catering system. Parents are required to top up their account with funds through their child's account using a credit or debit card through My Child at School, Parents can also view the last 10 items purchased up to the current date.
Free School Meals (FSM)
Free School Meals (FSM) are expanding. All children from households receiving Universal Credit will be entitled to a free meal. FSM are categorised into Targeted FSM (under £7,400/year, which includes Pupil Premium) and Expanded FSM (meals only).
Beyond Universal Credit, children are typically eligible if their parents receive other qualifying benefits such as Income Support, income-based Jobseeker's Allowance, or Child Tax Credit (provided they are not also entitled to Working Tax Credit and have an annual income under £16,190). Additional groups eligible include children in households with No Recourse to Public Funds (NRPF) and students studying post-16 courses that began before age 18.
For the 2026/2027 academic year, transitional protections will end, and eligibility will be checked annually. You can apply and verify your specific entitlement through the Wigan Council Free School Meals page if you reside in the local area.
Please click on this link to check your eligibility for free school meals - https://forms.wigan.gov.uk/xfp/form/750
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