Guidance

The support offer

The Department for Education is committed to helping schools deliver successful free breakfast clubs. Taking learnings from our test and learn phase, we've designed a three-tiered support offer to make that happen.

Tier 1: Self-service support

All schools can access a range of support materials which will help them to design and deliver free breakfast clubs. These include practical tools and case studies to support delivery. You can access these here:

• What you need to know (opens in new tab)
• Mainstream school funding overview (opens in new tab)
• Special school funding overview (opens in new tab)
• Programme key facts (opens in new tab)
• Ready reckoner (opens in new tab)
• FAQ (opens in new tab)
• Blueprint (opens in new tab)
• Full programme guidance (opens in new tab)
• Funding methodology (opens in new tab)
• Grant conditions (opens in new tab)
• Case studies (opens in new tab)

Tier 2: Peer support and troubleshooting

Every school joining the programme will be connected to a peer support network - a collaborative space to share ideas, troubleshoot challenges, and learn from others.

If schools require additional support or have queries about the scheme, they can reach out to the department using the contact us page on this portal.

Tier 3: Bespoke support

For schools facing significant challenges that could limit their ability to meet the programme's minimum requirements, tailored, hands-on support is available. Schools can request this support via the contact us page on this portal.

The Department for Education, alongside our expert breakfast club advisors, will work directly with these schools to unlock solutions, overcome barriers, and help them successfully deliver high-quality breakfast provision.