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Find out if you're eligible to receive a Childcare Grant (CCG), and how to apply for it. Content provided by Student Finance England.

Children’s nurses work as part of a supportive and inspiring team to provide young patients and their families with the vital care and compassion they need.

This briefing is for staff working in universities and colleges and supports the introduction of the new UCAS flag to identify students from UK Armed Forces families, from 2023 entry. We have worked with the Service Children’s Progression (SCiP) Alliance and the Ministry of Defence to outline the common challenges for these students, share good practice around the UK, and provide considerations ahead of the new question.

Your child may find writing their personal statement the most difficult part of the application process – they’re not alone.

Find out how to convince admissions tutors you’re right for this course, through your knowledge and understanding of what it entails.

Many universities and colleges have initiatives or support programmes in place for students who have been bereaved as a child.

If a student's parent(s) or carer(s) is serving as a Regular or Reservist in the UK Armed Forces, or has done so in the past, their experience of going to university may be different to their non-Service peers. This guide explains how you can practically support Service children along their journey to higher education.

Students with imprisoned parents are often overlooked, but they may face challenges when considering their next steps and making choices about their futures. This guide will help you offer practical ways to help them explore their options and get the right support.

There are ups and downs on results day, but getting prepared beforehand is the best way to navigate anything that might come your way.

Writing a personal statement is an important part of your child’s university application, and with the new format for 2026 entry, there’s a clear structure to follow. As a parent, guardian, or carer, your support can make a real difference. This page offers advice to help your child write a statement that reflects their experiences and goals, along with tips on what to avoid.

Once results day is out the way, you might be wondering how you can best make use of the summer before university or college starts. Here's some ideas to get you inspired!

The hard work has paid off, results are in the bag, and your child has secured a place. Now what?

As a parent, you've likely experienced a mix of excitement and apprehension as your child prepares to

Qualifications Wales have written a letter to staff in all UK universities and colleges responsible for

the Service Children’s Progression Alliance has developed a resource to help admissions teams support

To understand how service children are being supported into and through HE, the Service Children’s Progression

The younger that students decide higher education is for them, the more likely they are to go to a ‘higher

Mary Curnock Cook, UCAS Chief Executive comments on the "Data and public policy: trying to make progress

Careers adviser, James Wilmott, shares his top ten tips for engaging employers to create meaningful work

The May 2025 Department for Education update has raised the bar for Gatsby Benchmark 2. Caroline Green

Caroline Green RCDP, Careers Adviser and founder of The Talent Cycle

By Siobhan Williams – previously an Employability and Progression Coordinator at a technical college

Thousands of young adult carers are choosing courses at university or college with a clear social or