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Back to School Clothing & Footwear
€160 for each child aged 2 to 11. For children aged 12 to 22 it is €285 each.
What it is
Annual help with the cost of kitting children out for school.
Who can get it
- You are getting a qualifying welfare payment, or on an approved employment, education or training scheme
- You are getting a Child Support Payment for each child, with some exceptions
- Your household income is within the limits
- You and the children live in the State
Good to know
- Children must be aged 2 to 17, or 18 to 22 if returning to second-level education.
- The scheme runs from June to the end of September each year.
- Many families are paid automatically and get a notice in June. If you do not get one by the end of June but you qualify, you need to apply.
How to apply
Applications go through DSP. The official page has the full eligibility rules and the application itself.
Go to the official page →Checked against the official source on 14 June 2026. Always confirm the details on the official page before applying.
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