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www.canterburycollege.ac.uk/iag 01227 811188
Canterbury College, New Dover Road, Canterbury, Kent CT1 3AJ
The Student Information Centre provides a wide range of free, impartial and confidential support for students, staff and visitors
We are here to provide the information, advice and guidance you need to help you make the choices that are right for you.
We hold the Matrix Quality Standard for information, advice and guidance.
The Association of Colleges has awarded Canterbury College the Beacon Award for Student Support.
This flyer is available in other formats or we can read and explain this document to you.
Information, Advice and Guidance We offer advice about:• Disability• Health and welfare• Careers• Funding advice and support• Progression into university or work• Children in care• Safeguarding• Personal issues• Any other queries or issues.
Careers Advice We can advise on your next steps after College and support your progress. We can also help with:• CV Writing and interview• Career options• Employability skills• Apprenticeships• Work and volunteering.
Progression into University We offer advice with progressing into University or Higher Education. We can help with:• Explaining the UCAS system• Making the right choices• UCAS applications• Funding options
• Life at university• Alternatives to university• Progression events.
Financial Support We want all our students to be successful and enjoy their time at College. We also know that some students are concerned about the costs involved with College, like travel, childcare and food.
If you have questions regarding financial support please contact the Funding Team in the Student Information Centre for help.
College Learning Allowance (CLA) Need help with some of the costs of studying at College? The College Learning Allowance (CLA) is a means tested fund for eligible students which can help with some of the costs of coming to college. These include:• Childcare (if aged 20+) • Travel • Healthy meals.
Funds are limited and early applications are always strongly encouraged.
If you received CLA support this year and are returning in September you will need to re-apply.
Application forms are available from the Student Information Centre, on the college website at www.canterburycollege.ac.uk/student-information/student-finance or by request from the Funding Team contactable at [email protected]
16-19 Guaranteed Bursary If you are under 19 as of 31/08/15 and are in care or a care leaver or in receipt of Income Support or in receipt of ESA and DLA/PIP you may be eligible for the 16-19 Guaranteed Bursary of up to £1200.
You cannot receive both College Learning Allowance and the Guaranteed Bursary.
Student Information Centre
www.canterburycollege.ac.uk/iag 01227 811188
Canterbury College, New Dover Road, Canterbury, Kent CT1 3AJ
Free College Meals Did you get Free School Meals? You can now apply to receive help with the costs of healthy meals at College. To be eligible you need to be a student aged 16-18 and in receipt of certain benefits, or 19-25 in certain specific circumstances.
24+ Advanced Learning Loans Students aged 24 or over can apply for a loan to cover their course fees if they are studying a Level 3 or 4 course.
For full details and official information, visit:
www.gov.uk/advanced-learning-loans/overview
Anyone who has been accepted for a 24+ Advanced Learning Loan can apply for CLA support toward the costs of travel and childcare.
Care to Learn: Childcare for those under 20 If you under 20 Care to Learn can pay your childcare costs and travel costs. Please ask about Care to Learn in the Student Information Centre, or visit www.gov.uk/care-to-learn to apply.
Health and Welfare – Personal Advisor Our Personal Advisor can help with a range of personal issues, such as:• Difficulties with life at College or with your course• Support with disciplinary procedures• Physical, Mental and Sexual Wellbeing• Bullying• Relationships• Children in Care• Housing and Benefits.
Support for Children in Care and Care Leavers We want all students to enjoy, achieve and stay safe during their time with us.
We understand that young people who are in care or leaving care may face additional challenges. If this applies to you the College has various forms of support available.
There are designated members of staff for Children in Care and Young Care Leavers, who can support students at college. They are based in the Student Information Centre (just to the right of main Reception).
Kay O’Connell Personal Advisor 01227 811111 ext 2060 K.O’[email protected]
Rebecca Jones Learning Support Practitioner for CiC/YCL 01227 811111 ext 1449 [email protected]
Swale Campus Joanne Cattermole Welfare Support Assistant 01795 582057 [email protected]
The DMS can:• Act as a point of contact for Children in Care and Young Care
Leavers• Attend PEP meetings• Offer advice and guidance.
Student Forum We have regular Student Forums for our students in care. They are an opportunity for students to share their experiences at college or attend events and workshops. For more information please contact Rebecca Jones.
01227 811111 ext 1449
Useful Websites Statement of Service This describes our services in full detail. Read our Statement of Service at:
www.canterburycollege.ac.uk/student-information/advice-guidance/statement-service
Course Finder If, like many people, you are undecided on the course path that you should take, please try our easy interactive test and find some general ideas to get you started.
www.canterburycollege.ac.uk/student-information/course-finder
Children in Care Visit our Facebook page for Children in Care to find useful information for young people, parents and carers.
www.facebook.com/incareatcollege
KCC 16+ Travel Card Information about KCC’s 16+ bus travel scheme for Further Education students can be found here:
www.kent.gov.uk/__data/assets/pdf_file/0018/13824/16-TC-Leaflet.pdf
www.kent.gov.uk/roads-and-travel/travelling-around-kent/bus-travel/bus-passes/16-travel-card
If the costs of travel are a concern, you may be eligible for support through College Learning Allowance. Contact the Funding Team for more information.
Safeguarding Please click here to learn about support with Safeguarding or to report a concern.
www.canterburycollege.ac.uk/student-information/safeguarding
We welcome your feedback If you have used any of the services available from the Student Information Centre, we’d like to hear from you. Please use the Feedback Form to send us your comments. All feedback is confidential and will be used to improve our service.
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