Information for parents and guardians

The more research they do, the easier Clearing will be.

It's important to really understand what universities offer, how suitable the course is, what accommodation and student areas there are and what the surrounding cities or areas have to offer for your child.

The Clearing process is a normal part of university admissions, with thousands of students using it to secure a place each year. It’s nothing to worry about and lots of their peers will be in the same position.

You and your child need to feel happy and comfortable with the decisions that you make together. We are always here to support you, so if you do need further information please get in touch at hello@leedstrinity.ac.uk. 

Your child may find it useful to speak to current students at Leeds Trinity about all aspects of life at university. They can chat with our students here.

Some courses and universities can fill up quickly through Clearing, so the sooner your child decides where they want to study, the better. If your child has already researched their options, they may be in a position to contact their chosen university when results are released and secure their place without delay. This then leaves more time to start planning their life at university and get excited for September.

If your child hasn't already applied for student finance, they will need to do so immediately at studentfinance.campaign.gov.uk to arrange their funding.

If they've already applied for finance, but their course or university has changed through Clearing, they will need to let Student Finance England know as soon as possible by logging in to their account at gov.uk/student-finance and updating the details so there will be no delay once they start their academic year.

For further information, please contact us at moneyadvice@leedstrinity.ac.uk for advice on what to do regarding your student finance application.