To qualify, you must be:

• Aged 16–18 on 31st August 2025
  (If you turn 19 during your course, you're still eligible until the end of that academic year)

If you're eligible, you could receive support with:

• Travel to and from college

• Essential equipment (like books, uniform, or kits)

• Meals on college days

• Trips and visits for your course

You could receive up to £1,200 for the academic year.

You may qualify if you are:

• A young person in care

• A care leaver

• Receiving Income Support

• Receiving Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) and Personal Independence Payment (PIP)

Check full eligibility criteria here

See what evidence you’ll need to provide here