Undergraduate study

Students with dependants

Students with children or other dependants may be eligible for additional non-repayable assistance on top of their student support package. This page gives a summary of the support available.

Childcare Grant

Full time students can apply for the Childcare Grant. This is available for students whose dependants are in registered and approved childcare. The amount you receive depends on your personal circumstances and can be up to 85% of your actual childcare costs. Please note, you are not eligible for the grant if you receive Child Tax Credits or Working Tax Credits.

The entitlements for 2012/13 are:

Apply through your Local Authority at the same time as applying for your other student support. If you are eligible, the Student Loans Company will pay the grant in three instalments along with your other student support.

Parents' Learning Allowance

Full time students with dependant children can apply for the Parents' Learning Allowance. It is worth up to £1,508 per year depending on your personal circumstances. Apply through your Local Authority at the same time as applying for your other student support. If you are eligible, the Student Loans Company will pay the grant in three instalments along with your other student support.

Child Tax Credit

If you have child dependants, you may be eligible for Child Tax Credit. The amount you receive depends on your personal circumstances. You can make your claim online through HM Revenue and Customs. For more information please see: Directgov - tax credits.
www.hmrc.gov.uk or call 0845 300 3900.

Adult Dependants' Grant

Full time students with adult dependants can apply for the Adult Dependants' Grant. It is worth up to £2,642 a year depending on your personal circumstances. Apply through your Local Authority at the same time as applying for your other student support. If you are eligible, the Student Loans Company will pay the grant in three instalments along with your other student support.

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