Childcare provision

For parents with young children, childcare provision is almost certainly on of the main concerns when considering enrolling in a course. Some colleges and universities provide childcare facilities or an affiliated nursery on campus, others have an arrangement with a local nursery.

You should be aware of what arrangements are possible, if any, to inform potential students of their choices. In addition, it is important to be informed about any financial support that might be available to students to meet childcare costs, either from your organisation directly or other funding sources.

Further information

• Local information
• Scottish Executive Funding – students with dependent children
• Learn Direct – Lone parents
• Learn Direct – help with childcare

Childcare provision PDF

To be familiar with various support services available to parents who wish to study, including financial support.

Info pack PDF

General information about student support services in your organisation.