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<p>The 16 to 19 funding arrangements for school and college places include an element
of disadvantage funding. This element of the funding is for providers to attract,
retain and support disadvantaged students and to support students with special educational
needs and disabilities. Disadvantage funding is provided to institutions for students
with low prior attainment or for students who live in the most disadvantaged areas.
For the 2018/19 academic year, we have allocated approximately £510 million to institutions
for 16 to 19 year olds to provide extra support for students from disadvantaged areas.</p><p>The
department also provides financial support for 16 to 19 year olds who are economically
disadvantaged to help with costs associated with staying in post-16 education such
as travel and course equipment. The 16-19 Bursary Fund is the main programme, but
there is also residential and childcare support available. These programmes aim to
enable 16 to 19 year olds to participate in education whatever their financial situation.</p><p>For
those aged 19 and above, the Adult Education Budget provides financial support to
help adult learners to overcome barriers that prevent them from taking part in learning.
Through learner support, colleges and training providers have the discretion and flexibility
to help learners meet costs such as travel, books, equipment and childcare. In addition,
learning support, such as equipment, an interpreter or support worker, is available
to meet the needs of learners with learning difficulties or disabilities. If the cost
of support exceeds the fixed monthly rate that providers can claim or if the cost
of support exceeds £19,000 per learner per year, providers can apply for exceptional
learning support.</p>
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