Event: Twilight CPD sessions

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Parent, carer and supporter (CPD) – Student Finance  

Thursday 12 February 2026 at 17:00 – 17:45 

A FREE virtual session delivered by Student Finance England to explain how student finance works for higher education. It is a session that will provide up to date information for parents, carers and supporters to find out more and to answer any questions you have.  

We will give you the facts on: 

• how much money students can receive as a loan or non-repayable bursary/ scholarship 

• the extra financial support they may be eligible for 

• repayments 

• and explain how finance isn’t a barrier to higher education. 

Please register using the following link: Parent, carer and supporter (CPD) – Student Finance  

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Parent, carer and supporter (CPD) – DSA decoded: The support you didn’t know you could have 

Wednesday 25 February 2026 at 17:00 – 18:00 

A FREE virtual session to help understand the financial support available to a disabled student at higher education. This session will provide information on:  

• what Disabled Student Allowance (DSA) is. 

• what forms you need to complete and how to do that. 

• the support provided for disabled students at higher education institutions. 

• take part in a Q & A session with current disabled students 

• find out why it is important to start the DSA process early to make sure all the support is in place for when the individual starts their higher education journey. 

It is never too early to start. Come along to our session to find out more.   

Please register using the following link:  Parent, carer and supporter (CPD) – Disabled Student Allowance 

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Supporter/CPD – Breaking barriers: Supporting disabled students’ journey to higher education 

Tuesday 24 March 2026 at 15:30 – 16:30  

A FREE virtual session to provide information to all supporters of students who have a disability.  This event is for school staff, local authorities, and 3rd party organisations (not just SENDCo’s).  

This session will cover: 

• What is a disability 

• How all staff can support disabled students 

• Disabled student support. 

• Disabled Student Allowance (DSA). 

• The words/expressions used in higher education and how it is different to school. 

• Resources available to support disabled students. 

Please register using the following link: Supporter/CPD – Supporting Disabled Students into higher education  

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Making the most of open days and choosing the right higher education course 

Thursday 21 May 2026 at 17:00 – 17:30  

Choosing the right higher education course is a major decision, and university or college open days are a fantastic way to explore options, ask questions, and experience the environment first-hand. This event is designed for supporters, parent and carers and prospective students to understand how to: 

• make the most of open days  

• confidently choose a course that fits their goals and interests 

• hear from parents/carers and students on their experience 

Please register using the following link: Making the most of open days and choosing the right higher education course 

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