Support for children and young people
Young Harrow Foundation
We know that times are challenging. We want to make sure you have access to the help available in our community.
The Young Harrow Foundation has a dedicated hub with a range of local resources. They support families facing financial pressures. You can get confidential help with:
- food
- household items,
- wellbeing support
- children's holiday clubs
To see what help is available and how to access it, visit YoungHarrowFoundation.org
Help with paying for childcare
There are support schemes available depending on the age and needs of your child, and your income. For details see Childcare and Early Years.
School uniforms and PE kits
If your child attends a school in Harrow, you'll need to contact the school about a clothing grant. For details, see Help with the cost of school clothing.
School travel grants
Follow the links below to find out about:
- Travel grants for children aged 8 to 16 attending a school outside of Harrow
- Travel grants for students aged 16 to 19 attending a school at least 3 miles from home
Free school meals
You can apply for free school meals if:
- your child attends a Harrow school
- is 5 to 18 years old
- and you get certain benefits
Healthy Start Vouchers
The Healthy Start provides eligible families with free vouchers every week to spend on food and milk. They can be used to buy certain types of milk, infant formula, fruits, vegetables and vitamins.
You may qualify if you:
- are at least 10 weeks pregnant
- have at least one child under the age of 4
- are on benefits (or if you are pregnant and under 18).
Apply for Healthy Start Vouchers
School Holiday Food project
Families who get free school meals in term-time can get food vouchers during the holidays. Contact your school for more details.
Baby banks
Baby banks support families in need with baby essentials and pre-loved items for children aged 0-5 years.