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Child tax credit from the Inland Revenue

Students with dependent children are entitled to child tax credits from the Inland Revenue. Students who receive the maximum amount of child tax credit (and no working tax credit) are entitled to free school meals for their children.

Adults dependant's grant

If you have a partner (including a partner of the same sex if you begin your course in 2005 or later) or another adult who depends on you financially, you may be eligible for additional support. How much you get depends on your income and that of your adult dependants. The maximum payment is £2,575. This will be paid in three installments with your student loan. you do not have to repay this grant.