financial help through college
Depending on your individual circumstances there are a range of financial support options available to KGV students including bursary funds and travel passes. View the information below or contact our Reception team for more information.
16-18 Bursary Fund
The 16-18 Bursary fund is for students who need some financial support to support them while in education. The bursary fund can be used to contribute towards the cost of expenses such as a college bus pass or funds, essential equipment, UK compulsory trips, UCAS fee’s, DBS etc.
Two types of bursary are available:
A Bursary of up to £1,200 a year:
For young people who are in a defined vulnerable group:
- Young people in care, care leavers
- Young People in receipt of Income Support or Universal Credit because they are financially supporting themselves or financially supporting themselves and someone who is dependant on them and living with them, such as a child or partner
- Receiving DLA (Disability Living Allowance) or PIPs (Personal Independence Payments) in addition to UC (Universal Credit) or ESA (Employment Support Allowance) - all benefits must be received by the student in their own right. If you would like support in making this application please contact our Welfare Officer on 01704 392746
A Discretionary Bursary:
For those students who do not meet the eligibility criteria for the above, but are facing financial hardship, they will be able to apply to the discretionary bursary for help towards funds for kits / uniforms, UK trips essential to your course, university trips, UCAS fees, DBS (including portable DBS costs) and other course related costs including support for distance learning. Students must have a household income of up to £38,500 gross for households not in receipt of UC, or up to £30,000 net for households in receipt of UC.
More Help:
Our Reception team can provide you with more information about the Bursary Fund, Travel Passes, Free Meals and Care to Learn and can discuss your eligibility, please contact us on 01704 530601.
Alternatively, please contact our Student Finance Team by email studentfinance.team@southport.ac.uk
To apply for any financial support, you will need to apply via Pay My Student.
Free Travel Pass
The College offers students* who live over 1.0 miles away from College and study a fulltime Further Education course the opportunity to apply for a free travel pass. The passes can be used on either Stagecoach, Arriva or Merseyrail networks. The Arriva bus pass can now be used for 7 days per week.
*Students aged 16-18 who live more than 3 miles away from the College may be eligible for travel passes (or funds where necessary). Students who live 1.0 to 2.9 miles away from the College and are aged 16-18 are means tested before passes are issued. Students aged 19 and over will be means-tested to assess for eligibility before passes are issued. Other terms and conditions apply. Additional information is available through contacting the Reception team on 01704 530601.
Alternatively, please contact our Student Finance Team by email studentfinance.team@southport.ac.uk
Free Meals
Students aged between 16 and 18 on 31 August 2026 may be eligible to receive a free lunch while studying at KGV College. Students in receipt of, or having parents who are in receipt of, one or more of the following benefits are eligible for free lunches:
- Income Support
- Income-based Jobseekers Allowance
- Income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)
- Support under part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
- The guaranteed element of State Pension Credit
- Universal Credit (no income threshold; transitional protection discontinued from August 2026)
Care to Learn
Learners under 20 years old can apply through Care to Learn to help support the cost of childcare.
You can get Care to Learn if:
- you’re a parent under 20 at the start of your course
- you’re the main carer for your child
- you live in England
- you’re either a British citizen or a national of a European Economic Area (EEA) country
- your course qualifies
- your childcare provider qualifies
Find out more information from gov.uk/care-to-learn/eligibility
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Support questions
We are often asked the following questions by our enrolling students...
Do I have to pay for my course?
If you are under the age of 19 years when you enrol on your course at KGV you will not have to pay any course fees.
Do I have to pay to park at KGV?
Free parking is available at KGV for students choosing to travel by car or motorbike. Enquiries about obtaining a student parking permit should be made to the Reception Team.
How do I apply for the Bursary Fund?
Bursary Funds can be applied for via Pay My Student
How do I apply for the Travel Pass?
Travel passes can be applied for via Pay My Student
How do I apply for a KGV Scholarship?
Our KGV scholarships programme is designed to reward our most high achieving students and scholarships are offered to prospective students who have applied to KGV and have the potential to achieve great things with us. To find out more and apply for a KGV scholarship, please click here.
Who can I talk to about Financial Support?
Our Reception team are happy to explain all of our financial support options, you can visit us at one or our open evenings or at your course discussion or you may contact our Student Finance Team by email studentfinance.team@southport.ac.uk.
KGV Scholarships
Our KGV scholarships programme is designed to reward our most high achieving students and scholarships are offered to prospective students who have applied to KGV and have the potential to achieve great things with us.
Personal Support
Students are at the centre of what we offer at KGV and our aim is to create a nurturing environment where every student thrives and reaches their potential. We have staff available for any individual who may need support and care during their time with us.
Learning Support
Our Learning Support Team offer tailored support and guidance to ensure every student has a positive and rewarding learning experience and we aim to support all student with difficulties or disabilities.
