Discretionary Bursary
Your child may be eligible for a discretionary bursary if they are aged 16 to 18 and are in a household income of up to £30,000 per year. Discretionary bursaries are means-tested and are intended to support your child with books, transport or course equipment costs. They may also be eligible for a discretionary bursary if they are aged between 19 and 24, with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Please remember they will need to meet the College’s standards on attendance to receive payment. Applications are available in the main reception area of each campus.
16 to 19 Vulnerable Young Person Bursary
Your child may be eligible for £1,200 across the academic year if they are aged between 16 and 19 and living in care (or are a recent care leaver) or living independently and in receipt of Disability Living Allowance/PIP and Income Support/ESA/Universal Credit. This bursary is intended to support your child with course-related costs, such as travel, books, or equipment. Please remember they will need to meet the College’s standards on attendance to receive payment. Applications are available in the main reception area of each campus.
Care To Learn
If your child is a parent aged under 20, they may be eligible for support as part of a government scheme. They can apply online through gov.uk
Free College Meals
Your child may be eligible for free college meals if they are aged 16 to 18 and in receipt of a college bursary. £3 will be paid into your bank account for the days you are timetabled to be in college.
Free breakfast
From 8 to 9.30am, your child can choose one of the following:
• Porridge pot
• Mini breakfast cereal
• Bread bap with bacon, sausage, egg or hash brown
Accompanied by a tea, coffee or cold drink.
Oyster card
If you live in a London borough and your child is 18 and under, they can also apply for a Zip Oyster photo card which gives them free or discounted travel around London on buses, the tube, DLR and Overground. Find out more here.