One of the most important advantages of choosing an Ofsted-registered homework and school support centre is access to government-backed fee support. At Brainology, we accept payments through several schemes that can reduce the cost of homework and school support significantly.
If you're unsure which applies to you, call us on 0121 794 1878 and we'll talk you through your options.
Up to 85%
of fees covered via Universal Credit
+20%
government top-up with Tax-Free Childcare
£0
cost for your child's first assessment
For working families receiving Universal Credit
If you receive Universal Credit and are in paid work, you may be able to claim back up to 85% of your childcare costs, including homework and school support at Brainology. This is the main government support route for working families. Contact the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) or check your UC journal for details on how to apply. Call us on 0121 794 1878 for help navigating the process.
gov.uk/universal-creditFor working families with children aged 0–11 (up to 16 if disabled)
Tax-Free Childcare is available to working families with children aged 0–11 (up to 16 for disabled children). For every £8 you pay into your government childcare account, the government adds £2 — up to £2,000 per child per year. Because Brainology is Ofsted-registered, we are eligible to receive Tax-Free Childcare payments.
gov.uk/tax-free-childcareFor full-time higher education students receiving student finance
If you are a full-time higher education student receiving student finance, you may qualify for a Childcare Grant of up to 85% of childcare costs (up to a set cap) for children aged 0–14 (up to 16 if disabled). This grant does not need to be repaid and is separate from other student finance payments.
gov.uk/childcare-grantWorking Tax Credit (being phased out): Working Tax Credit is being replaced by Universal Credit. If you currently receive Working Tax Credit, you may be moved across to Universal Credit. Contact us for guidance.
Every child begins with a free, no-obligation assessment. Register online, or get in touch and we'll talk you through the options.
