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Staying at school
If you wish to stay on at school after you reach the school leaving age you may be eligible for an Education Maintenance Allowance ( EMA) depending on your household income. This can be up to £30 a week during term time.
Income thresholds 2006/2007 | Weekly amount during term time |
|---|
£0 - £20,817 | £30 |
£20,818 - £25,521 | £20 |
£25,522 - £30,810 | £10 |
If you would like more information about this, contact Enquire - The Scottish Advice Service for Additional Support for Learning on:
tel: 0845 123 2303
text: 0131 22 22 439
web:www.enquire.org.uk
Two bonuses of £150 may also be available if you remain on your course and make good progress.
As a disabled person at school, you have the right to have adjustments made and additional support provided if this is what you need in order to learn.
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