Financial Support

If you want to continue in education or training, there are lots of ways you can get help with funding.

Further Education
Find out about financial support available to you if wish to continue learning in school, college or with a training provider.

Higher Education
The government is trying to get more young people into Higher Education. This section covers the essential financial information.

Work and Work-based Learning
If you work full or part time, or you are on a work-based learning course, you may be able to get help with your finances.

Other funding support

Care to Learn

The Care to Learn fund can help to pay for childcare. To be eligible, you should be:

• Aged under 20
• Caring for your own child or children (fathers are eligible if they are the main carer)
• At school, college or with a training provider (you must receive some public funding and be classed as non-employed)
• Using a registered childcare provider

For more details speak to your Personal Adviser or ring the Care to Learn helpline on 0845 600 2809 or use the Direct.gov website.

Income Support

If you are estranged from your parents / carers and in full time education you could be entitled to Income Support.

Remember that financial information can change, so ensure you check Direct.gov for regular updates.