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Home Access Scheme
Re: Grants for Computer and Broadband Connection
The government
recently announced their Home Access Scheme that will help more
families to get online at home and is aimed at those who need it
most.
From 11th January 2010, families with children in years 3
– 9 (approximately age 7 – 14) will be able to apply for a grant to
buy a computer and broadband connection.
In order to qualify, a child will need to be entitled to a free
school meal and the parent/carer will need to be in receipt of one
of the following:-
·
Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance;
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Income Support;
·
Child Tax Credit (but not Working Tax Credit) and on
income of less than £16,040;
·
Income-based Employment Support Allowance; or
·
Guaranteed element of the Pension Credit.
In the first
instance, the parent/carer will need to ring to request an
application form for a Home Access grant. If they meet the
eligibility criteria, as defined above, they will then receive a
pre-loaded debit card to spend on one Home Access computer and one
broadband connection per family for one year. This offer is
available from a list of approved suppliers. Due to the nature of
the scheme, every device is pre-set with parental controls to block
unsuitable content. The computers also have a wide range of
software to support learning.
For more
information as to how a parent can apply for a Home Access Grant
call 0333 200 1004 or visit
www.homeaccess.org.uk
The Pulse Fitness Centre

On the 15th Feb 2010
once again we saw the heavy machinery move in to Hanson. This time
it was to start building the new 'Pulse Fitness Centre'. It is not
expected to take long to build the fitness centre but in the mean
time it does mean that any one using or visiting Hanson must take
extreme caution.
During this time there
will be no facilities for any on-site car parking within the school
grounds.
We would ask all parents and carers to please be considerate to
local residents when parking, and walk or use public transport where
possible.
We do apologise for any
inconvenience cause during this time.
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