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Care to Learn
Care to Learn is a government funded scheme offering free childcare for young learners
aged 16 to 19. Further information is available at
t: 01207 585900 e: enquiries@derwentside.ac.uk w: www.derwentside.ac.uk
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There are two elements to the fund:
Mainstream Bursary
Learners who are in receipt of or they are
the dependent of someone in receipt of:
• An income-based benefit
• A low income.
Can claim help with College-related expenses.
Vulnerable Bursary
The Vulnerable Bursary is an enhanced payment for learners in the following defined
vulnerable groups:
• Learners in care or a care leaver
• Learners receiving Income Support or Universal Credit
• Learners in receipt of Employment Support Allowance or Universal Credit and Disability
Living Allowance or Personal Independence Payments.
What could I be entitled to?
Travel
Assistance with travel costs for those using public transport or their
own vehicle is available for all eligible learners.
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Financial Support
16-19 Bursary Fund
The 16-19 Bursary Fund provides support for young people to stay in education and training
after the age of 16. The fund offers assistance with travel expenses, meals, specialist
equipment and clothing, course trips and other associated costs.
Did You
There are NO course
fees for 16 -18 year
old learners
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Did You
Additional funding is
available to support
learners in exceptional
or emergency
situations
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