Finance for Education
Unless you attend a fee paying school education between 16 and 18 is free. However there may be some costs for things such as books, equipment and trips. If your family is on a low income you can apply for a school access fund. Contact either the school or your local LEA to find out how to apply.
Do you want to stay in education following year 11 next September but you're worried about money?
You may be able to get an Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA) for more details see the document on the right. Or check out the EMA website: www.dfes.gov.uk/financialhelp/ema
Information about the Educational Grants Advisory Service
The Educational Grants Advisory Service (EGAS) was established in 1962 to offer students, especially disadvantaged students, expert guidance and advice to enable them to secure funding for education and training.
EGAS provides information and advice on funding for post-16 education, enabling individuals to gain access to education to improve their quality of life and employment opportunities.
Email: egas.enquiry@fwa.org.uk
Website : www.egas-online.org
Telephone Helpline:
EGAS operates a telephone advice line on Monday, Wednesday and Friday
from 10 a.m. to 12 noon and 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Experienced student advisers
are available to answer questions on statutory and non-statutory funding
sources for post-16 education.
Telephone: 020 7254 6251
