Croydon Council is examining the impact of the Mayor of London's Free School Meals Offer for the 2025/26 academic year.
The Croydon Council Cabinet met on Wednesday, 24 September 2025, to discuss the implementation of the scheme in Croydon, including eligibility criteria, funding arrangements, and the number of students expected to benefit. The Mayor of London's free school meals policy provides funding to ensure that all primary school children in London receive free school meals, aiming to alleviate food poverty and improve educational outcomes.
The Cabinet reviewed the 2025-2026 Universal Free School Meals Report and Appendix A - 25-26 UFSM Funding Allocation letter - Croydon.
The Cabinet approved the recommendations related to the Mayor of London Free School Meals Offer 2025/26 Academic Year. The decision is callable in.
The decision regarding the Mayor of London Free School Meals Offer 2025/26 Academic Year is 'callable in' meaning it is subject to review.