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St Bede's Catholic Primary School

ParentPay

At St Bede’s, we use ParentPay, a secure online payment system that allows parents and carers to pay for school meals, trips, clubs, and other activities quickly and safely. ParentPay makes managing payments simple, convenient, and paper-free.

What ParentPay Can Be Used For

  • School meals and lunch accounts
  • Trips and residential visits
  • Breakfast and after-school clubs
  • Music lessons and extra-curricular activities
  • Any other school payments

How to Set Up Your ParentPay Account

  1. Activate your account – You will receive a unique activation code from the school.
  2. Create a username and password – Follow the instructions in the activation email.
  3. Add your child – Your child’s details will already be linked to your account.

Once set up, you can log in at any time from a computer, tablet, or smartphone.

How to Make a Payment

  1. Log in to your ParentPay account.
  2. Select the item or service you want to pay for (e.g., school meals, trip, club).
  3. Enter the payment amount (if not pre-filled) and select your payment method.
  4. Confirm and submit the payment.
  5. You will receive an instant confirmation email.

Benefits of ParentPay

  • Safe and secure – No cash or cheques needed
  • Easy to use – Pay from anywhere, at any time
  • Quick notifications – Receive emails or app alerts for balances or new items
  • Reduce admin – Less paperwork for parents and school staff
  • Track payments – See your child’s school meal balance and payment history

Managing School Meals

  • You can top up your child’s school meal account online at any time.
  • You can view your child’s meal choices and history.
  • Alerts will notify you when balances are low so your child never misses a meal.

Need Help?

  • If you have any issues logging in or making a payment, please contact the school office. ParentPay also has a help section with FAQs and guides: https://www.parentpay.com/

Tips for Parents

  • Make sure your contact details are up to date with the school, so you receive alerts.
  • Set reminders or auto-top-ups to ensure your child’s account is always funded.
  • Check balances regularly to avoid missed payments for meals or trips.

ParentPay makes school payments simple, safe, and stress-free, giving you more time to focus on supporting your child’s learning and wellbeing.

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