Learner Support Fund

The Learner Support Fund (LSF) is a limited sum of money provided by the Skills Funding Agency, to help some learners on adult education courses to allow them to join and stay on the course.

Q: What can I apply to the Learner Support Fund for?

Q: Who can apply for the Learner Support Fund?

Q: I need a taxi or bus to enable me to get to the course. Can the fund help?

Q: Can I be reimbursed for the cost of my petrol to the centre?

Q: I am attending a course run by a college or other training provider can I apply to the Learner Support Fund?

Q: I need someone to look after my child while I attend the course. Can the fund help?

Q: How will I receive the Learner Support Fund award?

An application form to apply for the fund will be available from your tutor or course organiser who will be happy to help you complete the form.  The form is also available to download from the link on the right.

Please apply promptly as the fund is limited.  The City Council cannot provide additional money once the fund has been used up.