04/09/2026
🎒Is your child starting primary school in August 2027?
You could be eligible for the Best Start Grant – School Age Payment 💷
✅A one-off payment of £331.95 per child
✅Flexible – spend it on what your child needs most, such as clothes, school bags, books or supplies
🗓When to apply: Applications for children starting school in August 2027 are now open (from 1 June 2026) and close on 28 February 2027.
Don’t miss out—this support can make a real difference as your child starts school.
Find out more and apply here: https://www.socialsecurity.gov.scot/news/2025/02/parents-and-carers-urged-not-to-miss-out
📞Or call 0800 182 2222