School Uniform Grant - Neath Port Talbot - Family support services

What we do

Welsh Government has introduced a PDG Access Grant. The purpose of which is to provide grant assistance to families on low incomes for the purchase of:

- School uniform including coats and shoes;
- School sports kit including footwear;
- Uniform for enrichment activities, including but not limited to, scouts; guides; cadets; martial arts; sports; performing arts or dance;
- Equipment e.g. school bags and stationery;
- Specialist equipment where new curriculum activities begin such as design and technology; and
- Equipment for out of school hour’s trips such as outdoor learning e.g. waterproofs.

Who do we support

Funding of up to £125, is available to pupils who are eligible for free school meals or are looked after by a Local Authority entering:

- Reception class of maintained primary schools;
- Year 7 of maintained secondary schools;
- pupils in special schools, special needs resource bases and pupil referral units who are aged 4 or aged 11.

Is there a charge to use this service?

No

Can anyone use this service?

Please contact the Schools and Family Support Team.

Service details for this family support services

Language: Bilingual

  • Can provide specialist support for families of children with disabilities / additional needs No Please contact to discuss your child(s) needs further.
  • Relevant staff have a valid current DBS? No

 Address

 You can send post here:

Neath Port Talbot County Borough Co
Civic Centre
SA13 1PJ

Contact methods

 Accessibility

Last updated: 25/03/2024