Clearing - a guide for parents and guardians

Whether your child has changed their mind on their university or course, is applying to university after 30 June or receives unexpected grades on Results Day, there are lots of ways you can support them as a parent or guardian.

1. Help them research their options
   

   The more research your child does, the better prepared they'll be for Clearing.
   A good starting point is checking the courses that different universities offer and how suitable they are, what accommodation there is and what the city or town is like.
   University websites and official social media can be helpful for finding this information - some universities also offer campus tours.

2. Be positive about the Clearing process

   The Clearing process is a normal part of university admissions, with thousands of students using it to secure a place each year. 
   Reassure your child that it's nothing to worry about, and lots of their peers will be in the same position.
   Read our full guide to Clearing.

3. Ask as many questions as you need
   

   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.

4. Be prepared to be swift
   

   Some courses fill up quickly in Clearing. If your child has already researched their options, they may be in a better position to contact their chosen university when results are released and secure their place without delay. 

5. Remind them about student finance
   

   In the rush of Clearing, sometimes students forget about student finance. If their course or university has changed through Clearing, your child 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 their details.

   Our Money Advice team can help you with student finance queries: please contact moneyadvice@leedstrinity.ac.uk.

And of course, once they've secured their place at university, it's on to the next adventure - starting to plan and get excited for their life at university.