Sixth form access funds

Learner Support Fund


The Learner Support Fund is a scheme designed to help young people in school sixth forms who might face financial barriers which threaten their access or participation in their course of learning. Support is focused on those students whose needs are greatest. Students can apply to the Local Authority for assistance from this scheme if they are eligible under the criteria outlined below.

Cumbria County Council provide Sixth form access funds as part of their Children's Services.