Parents' Learning Allowance
The Parents' Learning Allowance (PLA) is a means tested grant of up to £2,024 in 2025/26 if you have one or more dependent children, regardless of the age of the children. You do not have to receive the Childcare Grant to be eligible.
The PLA is to help cover some of the additional costs incurred by students with dependent children; eg higher travel costs, books and equipment, and is paid in three instalments alongside with other maintenance support.
Income threshold for the Parent's Learning Allowance*
Household income must be this or below to receive maximum grant |
£14,910 |
Household income threshold to receive minimum grant |
£18,957.98 |