Supporting Young People in Our Community

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The Loughborough Educational Trust (LET), provides meaningful financial support to young people aged 16-24 in the LE11 & LE12 areas, helping them overcome barriers to education and training.

Our commitment to accessible education for everyone in our community lies at the heart of everything we do. Whether it’s funding for transport, resources, or essential equipment, LET can help minimise financial burdens to ensure your ambitions are fully realised.

Who Can Apply?

LET is open to people who meet the following criteria:

  • Aged-16-24
  • Living in an LE11 or LE12 postcode as their primary address or currently enrolled on Loughborough College course.
  • In financial need and seeking support to access education or training.

What Can LET Fund?

Support from LET can help cover a wide range of educational costs, including:

  • Travel and transport to college, school, or training providers
  • Textbooks, resources, or specialist equipment
  • Workwear or uniforms
  • Additional qualifications (e.g. First Aid, Health & Safety)
  • Educational trips and enrichment activities
  • Clothing and travel for interviews or university open days

Real Stories, Real Impact

“Without this support, students would have struggled to attend. The textbooks provided meant learners had the resources they needed to study effectively at home.”

Rawlins Academy
With a reduced Post-16 Bursary budget, Rawlins Academy referred students unable to access internal support to LET. This year, LET helped eight students; six received bus passes and two were supported with essential textbooks.

“It’s taken the pressure off families and allowed students to focus on their studies without additional stress.”

De Lisle College
De Lisle College has worked closely with LET to support Sixth Form students facing increasing travel costs. Through LET, the College was able to offer 50% contributions towards transport costs, helping students stay enrolled and engaged.

“If I didn’t have school transport, I wouldn’t get home until 5:30pm. That would mean less sleep and less time for homework. The support from LET has made a real difference to my routine.”

Student from De Lisle College
One student shared how the support helped them access school transport instead of relying on a lengthy bus journey.

Take the Next Step

Every year, the LET helps local young people overcome financial barriers to education, helping them thrive. If you’re eligible, do not hesitate, apply today and let us help you achieve all you can.

How to apply

  1. Download LET application form

    LET Group Application
    LET Individual Application

  2. Complete your section of the form.

  3. Return it to your school or college (if applicable) – they’ll complete their section and send it on to us.

    Alternatively, you can post your completed form directly to:
    Loughborough Educational Trust
    c/o Loughborough College – Student Support
    Radmoor Road,
    Loughborough LE11 3BT

If you need help completing the form or require it in a different format, email let@loucoll.ac.uk

While all applications are treated with complete confidentiality, your application will be shared internally with the LET trustees to enable them to assess your eligibility and figure out how best we can provide you with the right support. Upon completion of the assessment, all personal data will be disposed of.

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