Clare Adamson MSP for Motherwell and Wishaw is urging constituents to ensure they don't miss out on School Age Payments as the deadline to apply approaches.
The School Age Payment provides a one-off payment of £314.45 per child to families when their children are old enough to start primary school. It provides extra money to help with the costs of starting school and can cover things like a new pair of shoes, books and school bags.
Eligible families with children born between 1 March 2019 and 29 February 2020 who don’t get the payment automatically must apply before the deadline of 28 February 2025 or they will miss their opportunity to access School Age Payment. This includes families who have deferred their child’s entry to school from August 2024 to August 2025, or those home educating.
Ms Adamson, MSP for Motherwell and Wishaw, said:
“The Scottish Government is building a more compassionate system of social security. In Motherwell and Wishaw, SNP policy already supports families through the unique Scottish Child Payment, and Best Start Grant package.
“Most families get the School Age Payment automatically, if they are already entitled to the Scottish Child Payment. But it is still important to check your eligibility as you may qualify.
“Social security is a right and a basic safety net. We are building a fairer system in Scotland where people are supported to realise their rights; making sure you know what you are entitled to is a crucial part of that.”
Parents, carers and guardians can get more information on the School Age Payment at mygov.scot/schoolage or by calling Social Security Scotland free on 0800 182 2222.
For other Best Start Grant payments, you can apply online at mygov.scot/best-start-grant-best-start-foods, by post, or by calling Social Security Scotland free on 0800 182 2222.
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