Financial Support (FISO)

At Whitehill Secondary School, we understand that financial pressures can sometimes create barriers to education. To help support our families, we have a Financial Inclusion Support Officer (FISO) who is here to provide confidential financial advice, guidance, and practical support to parents and carers.

How Can Our FISO Help You?

Our FISO is available to assist families with:

✅ Benefits and Entitlements – Ensuring parents and carers are accessing all the financial support they are eligible for, including Free School Meals, School Clothing Grants, Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA), and Best Start Grants.

✅ Debt Management Support – Providing guidance on managing debts and signposting to specialist services for further support.

✅ Financial Planning and Budgeting – Offering advice on managing household finances, reducing costs, and accessing grants or funding.

✅ Energy and Utility Support – Helping families access fuel vouchers, assistance for gas and electricity bills.

✅ Food and Essential Items – Assisting families who need access to food banks, clothing, and other essential items through our One Stop Shop and local community organizations.

✅ Referral to Additional Support Services – Connecting families with money advice services, employability programs, and housing support agencies to ensure they receive the help they need.

Contacting Our FISO

If you need financial advice or support, our FISO is here to help. All discussions are confidential, and we encourage families to reach out for assistance when needed.

📞 Phone / Whatsapp: 07564 726309
📧 Email: fiso@Bridgetoncab.org.uk
🏫 Drop-In Sessions: Available at the school – please check our school calendar for dates and times.

Useful Financial Support Links

💰 Glasgow City Council Benefits and Grants – Information on school clothing grants, free school meals, and housing benefits.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Parent Club Scotland - Financial Support – Advice on benefits, childcare funding, and managing family finances.

🏠 Citizens Advice – Free and confidential support for financial, housing, and employment issues.

🔌 Home Energy Scotland – Help with fuel bills, grants for insulation, and home energy efficiency advice.

🥗 Glasgow Foodbanks – Find local foodbanks and support with accessing emergency food.

📚 Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA) – Financial support for 16-19-year-old students in education.

We Are Here to Help!

At Whitehill Secondary, we want every student to thrive in their learning without financial concerns standing in the way. If you need support, please reach out—our FISO is here to help you every step of the way. 💙