Helping Your Young Person Succeed
Supporting your young person at college is important to their success. While they’ll have more responsibility for their learning, your encouragement and involvement can make all the difference.
Understanding College Life
College is a step up from school and your young person will have more freedom and independence. They’ll be expected to manage their own time and studies but they’ll still need guidance and support. Encourage them to stay organised, attend all classes and ask for help when needed.
Study Support and Mentors
Your young person has access to a range of support at college:
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Support and Achievement Mentors – Offer advice on studying, help students stay focused, provide one-to-one support, and assist with motivation during weekly sessions
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Tutors – Help with coursework, assignments, and academic progress
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Counselling and Wellbeing Services – Support your young person with emotional or personal difficulties
Encourage them to use these services to help with any challenges.
Your Role in Their Success
As a parent or carer, you have an important part to play in helping your young person do well at college. Encouraging them to attend all their classes is one of the best ways you can support their learning.
It also helps to check in regularly, ask how things are going, listen to any worries, and offer support when needed. Celebrating their progress, even the small wins, can boost their confidence and keep them motivated.
Helpful Resource
To support you in your role, we’ve created a simple Parent and Carer Checklist. It includes tips on how to stay involved, along with details of the support services available, such as one-to-one help, academic guidance, and wellbeing support.
