The Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) has hit out at the Government, calling the figures 'shocking' and that it believes is the amount of children who actually need them is higher.
Government figures show 22.5% of children are eligible for free school meals. The Association of School and College Leaders says the number will keep rising. It says that doesn't show all who need help and that 30% of children in poverty.
Government figures show 22.5% of children are eligible for free school meals. The Association of School and College Leaders says the number will keep rising. It says that doesn't show all who need help and that 30% of children in povertyAustralia Latest News, Australia Headlines
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