Learner Support
Our aim at Learn Scilly is to make our courses, workshops and events as inclusive as possible. We want to reduce the barriers to anyone wishing to participate and will do our best to support you, whatever your needs.
If you'd like to discuss your individual circumstances please do get in touch. Call us on 01720424444 or email learnscilly@scilly.gov.uk
Fee Remission
Learners may be eligible for fee remission if they are in receipt of any of the following state benefits:
- Employment and Support Allowance (WRAG).
- Jobseekers’ Allowance.
- Income Support
- Council Tax Benefit.
- Housing Benefit.
- Working Tax Credit.
- Pension Guarantee Credit.
- Carers Allowance.
- Universal Credit.
- Personal Independence Payment
Boating
Learn Scilly offer boating support to all off Islanders, you pay a standard scheduled fare and we will top up the rest. We do expect you to take advantage of any boat sharing where possible and the offer is only applicable to boating during daylight hours. Please tell us that you need a boat when you book on a course.
Childcare
If you are attending a Learn Scilly recreational course, we can help pay for your childcare costs while you attend. Please contact us to discuss your options.
Additional Support
We will make every effort to respond flexibly to your individual needs and may be able to provide learning materials that suit your individual circumstances. For example, large print handouts, extra time for exams, physical support to access our facilities, support equipment or a helper to assist you in class.