Free computer for your family

Do you have a child at school in years three to nine?

Are they entitled to free school meals?

If yes then you might be able to get these items:

• A computer
• Internet access
• Service and support
• Safety features

Home Access is a government drive which will help low-income families to get access to a computer and the internet to get online at home. If you are a low income family in receipt of certain benefits you could qualify for a grant to buy a computer and/or a minimum of one years’ internet access.

The programme is aimed at those that need it most and targets families that do not have access to a computer or the internet at home.

Depending on what you need, the grant allows eligible applicants to buy one of the following packages:

• Full package (a computer, one year's internet access, service and support).
• A computer, service and support only.
• One year's internet access only.

Initial details of the scheme have been sent to all schools and these establishments or Parent Support Advisors, whose contact details are available from schools, are the best people to approach for details of the scheme.

For the latest information and to get an application form please go to the Home Access website.