On the basis that you are a parent under the age of 20 at school or sixth-forth college through the Care to Learn scheme you could receive up to £155 a week towards the cost of childcare and associated travel expenses.
The help you receive will not affect any benefits you or your family are currently awarded. You don’t have to be claiming benefits to be eligible either.
For more information call 0845 600 2809 or see
This applies to mature students with children who wish to attend college to obtain qualifications or further a career. You may also be able to get help with childcare costs through one of the following;
Learner Support Scheme for further education students. Contact the student support or welfare officer at your local college.
Childcare Grant for higher education students. Details can be obtained from you local education authority or see the guide Childcare Grant and other support for student parents in high education on 0800 721 9133 or
then follow the links to high education guides.
For advice about help with childcare costs and your study options, contact Learn Direct on 0800 100 900 or