Parents & guardians

Know what is happening — and how to help.

Clear, independent guidance so you can understand deadlines, decisions and support options without taking over your child’s application.

1

Understand each stage

Know what should be happening now and what is coming next.

2

Track key dates

Keep UCAS and decision deadlines visible before they become urgent.

3

Support without taking over

Help with structure, confidence and questions while preserving student ownership.

4

Choose the right help

Use tutoring, reviews or interview support only when it genuinely adds value.

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Independent support principles
The student keeps ownership of their work and decisions.
Feedback should be honest, specific and practical.
Support should reduce confusion, not create dependency.
Paid help should be proportionate to the student’s actual need.
Useful next steps

Help them stay ahead without hovering.

Use key dates, readiness checks and targeted support to know when a conversation or intervention is actually useful.

Want to contribute directly?

Gift professional support without choosing it for them.

Parents and grandparents can contribute towards reviews or interview preparation while allowing the student to decide when to use it.