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How local authorities support cost reducing measures and equity.

We are producing quarterly briefings summarising our evidence, the difficulties claimants are facing with managed migration and any steps the DWP is taking in response.

With a wide range of needs to support, staff at Wallace High School in Stirling provide both universal and targeted approaches to supported study.

St Catherine’s Primary School in Edinburgh was taking action to mitigate the effects of school costs on families, but knew that there might be gaps.

What schools across Scotland are doing to reduce costs, boost incomes and support low income families.

Explore how school communities can reduce and remove the financial barriers to education for children and young people from low-income families.

Our Cost of the School Day team are available to support your work and answer any questions.

An effective and direct way to show a commitment to equity is to share a statement with parents and carers outlining the school’s ethos.

Rigside Primary School, South Lanarkshire has produced a simple, clear and informative Cost of the School Day leaflet for families to explain what's being done to reduce costs.

Parents say they feel frustrated and unseen when their schools aren’t mindful of financial pressures. A proactive approach tells parents that their school understands financial challenges and that conversations about costs and money are possible and welcomed.

It doesn’t matter how affluent a school community appears, families can be struggling financially and could benefit from entitlements and help at school. To make sure families don't miss out, good communication is key.

Understanding the challenges facing families on low incomes supports greater empathy and engagement. Promoting awareness and understanding of the challenges facing families on low incomes to everyone in your school community will help boost that knowledge.