Childcare Grant Full-time undergraduate, tuition fee and living cost students
3. How much can I get?
The amount you can get depends on your individual circumstances
The only way to know exactly how much you'll get is to apply but you could get up to £148.75 per week for 1 child or up to £255 per week for 2 or more children.
Maximum available
Academic year | Maximum for 1 child in childcare | Maximum for 2 or more children in childcare |
|---|---|---|
2026 to 2027 | up to £148.75 a week | up to £255.00 a week |
2025 to 2026 | up to £148.75 a week | up to £255.00 a week |
Applying before you have a confirmed childcare provider
You can still apply for a Childcare Grant before you have a confirmed childcare provider but your first payment will be up to a maximum of £115.00 a week or 85% of your estimate (whichever is less).
Let us know your childcare provider details as soon as possible and we will reassess your Childcare Grant.