FAQs

What will it cost me?

There is a small enrollment fee of £20.00 for most courses with the exception of Skills for Life (Numeracy, Literacy) which is free.

Enrollment fees should be paid when you submit your application form to secure your place on the course. Many students at Hillcroft may be able to receive special bursaries to support residential accommodation, childcare provision and travel costs if they meet the eligibility criteria.

If you dont meet the criteria we have several affordable options available for you. For further details, please call Admissions on 0208 8399 2688.

Who is eligible for courses?

Women must be over 19 or over and have been resident in the UK for the last 3 years.

To qualify for a bursary and tuition fess you must have settled status and have been in the UK for the last 3 years and have not attended an Institution for Higher Education or completed a degree in the UK, EU or overseas, and be in receipt of means tested benefits.

Women who have been granted refugee status or exceptional leave to enter or remain can also be eligible.

If you are an asylum seeker please contact the Admissions Team to discuss elgibility. For further details, please call Admissions on 0208 8399 2688.

Why are the courses residential?

Residence at the college throughout the course is an important part of the learning experience as it allows you to concentrate on your goals. The learning environment and facilities are open 24 hours per day and students have a unique opportunity to learn together, support each other and share experiences.
 
The common areas, gardens and childcare provision will enable you to focus on your own development in a safe environment for you and your children.

Do you provide childcare?

The college has an Ofsted registered onsite nursery and top club and can provide childcare for children from 3 months up to 11 years.

If demand for childcare is very high the college may seek to book off-site registered childcare places for children. Places for children at the college are limited. Students wishing to bring children need to apply in advance. (Please ask us about availability)
Please note: Regretfully we can only support up to 2 children per parent: (There are some courses where childcare is unavailable)

What’s the catch?

There is no catch. Hillcroft exists to help women who have not previously had an opportunity to fulfill their potential through education. Email enquiry@hillcroft.ac.uk Tel: 020 8399 2688 www.hillcroft.ac.uk Registered charity 312825