Parents' Learning Allowance

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Overview

You may be eligible for help with your learning costs if you’re a full-time student with children. This is called Parents’ Learning Allowance.

How much you get depends on your household income.

The allowance:

  • does not have to be paid back
  • is paid on top of your other student finance
  • will not affect your benefits or tax credit

You may have to pay back any money you are overpaid because of a change in your circumstances or course.