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Childcare

Full time students with children in childcare should be able to claim 85% of actual childcare costs. There are rules about the type of childcare and there is a maximum of £148.75 per week for one child and £255 for more than one. For more info see the link below.

Don't forget that if you are a full time student with dependent children you can claim Child Tax Credit and if you get the maximum amount you are eligible for free school meals for the children.

If you would like more info about what income you can expect while you are studying full time, see the link below and make an appointment to see an IAU advisor.

You can also have a look at Student Finance Englands - Child Care Grant & Other Support

For a list of local nurseries, Childminders and Schools have a look athttp://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Diol1/DoItOnline/DG_10034063

You can also find out more about Keele University Nursery

Lone Parents

Gingerbread is the leading support organisation for lone parent families in England and Wales. Gingerbread was started in 1970 and is a registered charity maintained by lone parents. At this site you will find valuable information about support for lone parent families in the area.

Gingerbread

Places Of Worship

Keele campus has a Interdenominational Chapel, which provides a focus for Christian worship and a quiet / prayer room called 'The Space', which individuals of any or no faith can use for personal worship or quiet contemplation.

There is a new Mosque located in Barnes Hall that is open to all students on and off campus with facilities for Muslim workship.

There are also student societies deciated to supporting students in their religious worship and life.

You can check what Societies are available at Keele at the link below:

Keele Societies

There are a variety of places of worship in the local area for a list go to Newcastle Borough Councils website at the link below.

Newcastle Council - Places of Worship

If you have any questions or would like directions to any of the places on the list please contact the Advice Unit.

Personal Issues

This section of the Advice Unit website deals with issues that may affect people and topics that may have limited information and resources to access. These are often issues you may feel are difficult to talk about and for other people to understand.

The Advice Unit is here to help with all issues however, we may occasionally signpost or refer students to more appropriate sources of help for their personal benefit. If any of the topics below are affecting you please do come and speak to us and remember the service we provide is 100% confidential!

Download the 'Personal Matters' information below

Personal Matters