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The early years foundation stage (EYFS) sets standards for the learning, development and care of children from birth to 5
Guidance for parents and partners of students on how to apply for a Current Year Income assessment for the 2025 to 2026 academic year now that the 2025-26 tax year has ended.
Adult Dependants' Grant for full-time students who financially support an adult - funding, how to apply, eligibility.
Funding and university courses for mature students - entry requirements, find courses, student finance
Included is the PR1 application form and guidance notes to help complete the form.
What to do if you disagree with a decision about an EHC plan: how to appeal to the Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Tribunal.
Find and apply for a further or adult education course and work out what financial help you can get
How to check if the organisation giving you an award is registered and accredited by the exams regulator
Learner Support - funding for students aged over 19 in further education and financial hardship
Change of circumstances forms for tuition fee only students. Forms available for both academic years 2026 to 2027 and 2025 to 2026.
Guidance on how to support your child or partner’s student finance application and which forms you need to complete.
Application for Dependants' Grants form for both academic years 2026 to 2027 and 2025 to 2026.
Complain about a school - complaints process, when to complain to the Department for Education, the Education Funding Agency or Ofsted.
If your child cannot walk to school because of their special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) your local council must provide transport
Rights for interns and students in the workplace; work experience; work placements; rights to the National Minimum Wage.
How to get a grade reviewed (GCSE or AS or A level or other qualifications) by your school or college: how to appeal to your exam board and to Ofqual.
Care to Learn helps pay for childcare while you're studying - how to apply, money you get, courses that qualify, eligibility
Employee reference template for use by early years providers.
Application forms and guides for new tuition fee only students. Forms include EU26N, the certifier checklist and the Tuition Fee Loan request form.
Your responsibilities with your local council if you want to educate your child at home - sometimes called home schooling
Do not include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details.
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