Childcare Provision

University College Birmingham does not have its own nursery but childcare does not need to be an obstacle for potential students. A number of schemes are available to assist home students with their childcare costs. If you need to find a nursery or childminder please go to DirectGov where a search can be made and a list of registered childcare providers in your area will be displayed.

Higher Education

All Higher Education students should apply to Student Finance England for assistance in the form of a childcare grant. How much you receive will depend on your financial circumstances. More information can be found at DirectGov .

Further Education

Students aged 16 to 19

You will need to apply for assistance under the Care to Learn Scheme, to find out if you qualify and how to apply please go to DirectGov  website.

Students aged 20 or over

There are 2 schemes available to students over the age of 20.

If you have a partner who is working and your household income for the previous tax year is below £20,000 you may receive help from the Free Childcare for Training and Learning to Work scheme . Please see the DirectGov website for more information.

If you are over 20 but do not fit into the above category please contact Student Services for advice about how to apply for assistance from the Learner Support Fund.

If you have any queries concerning the above schemes please contact Student Services on 0121 604 1000 ext 330 or by email.