Skip navigation

Clearing guide for parents

Heard of Clearing but not sure what it’s all about? Here we share what you need to know and practical tips for supporting someone through the process.

Parent and guardian guide to apprenticeships

Heard of an apprenticeship but not sure what it’s all about? Here, we share what you need to know and practical tips for supporting someone who might be thinking about an apprenticeship.

Parent, Guardian and Carer Guide

Download our free guide, containing everything you need to support a young person with their options and decision-making, and help them through the UCAS application process.

Parents and carers

Information for parents and carers about the opportunities for post-16 education and training,.

Student-parent’s guide to open days

This short guide is to help you feel in control of your open day experience. It will help you gather the information you need to make an informed decision about whether the setting you're visiting is right for you and your family commitments.

Students with imprisoned parents

Universities and colleges welcome students from a diverse range of backgrounds and experience. If you choose to disclose that you are a student with an imprisoned parent it will not negatively impact your application – it gives context to your circumstances.

Supporting students experiencing estrangement from their parents

Young people who are considering higher education but do not have support from either of their parents due to a breakdown in their relationship (also known as being ‘estranged’) may encounter challenges in their journey. Here we outline the ways in which you can help students in at each stage and explain what support they may be able to access.

Events Calendar 2024

From flagship events to smaller, locally focused exhibitions, we visit more than 40 towns and cities across the UK, offering hundreds of universities, employers, and commercial brands the opportunity to connect face-to-face with thousands of enthusiastic students, parents, and teachers actively seeking future options.

First-generation students

Students who do not have parents or carers who have attended university themselves sometimes find it useful to have additional information and help when making their decisions and applying to higher education.