about
CLEIS is an initiative set up to support students from care experienced, independent and estranged backgrounds.
We believe in the potential of every care leaver and estranged student. We pave the way for bright futures by:
BUILDING AWARENESS: BY EDUCATING PEOPLE ON THE ISSUES FACED BY CLEIS
OFFERING MENTORSHIP: TO STUDENTS
RAISING ASPIRATIONS: TO ENCOURAGE AND MOTIVATE STUDENTS TO STAY ON IN HIGHER EDUCATION
GIVING WORK EXPERIENCE OPPORTUNITIES: TO HELP STUDENTS RELEASE FINANCIAL BURDENS AND RAISE ASPIRATIONS
The journey to higher education and further training is not just a dream - it's a tangible goal within reach. We will guide and support students in every step of the way.
Their success story starts here, with us.
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who is a care leaver?
The Children (Leaving Care) Act 2000 states that a Care Leaver is someone who has been in the care of the Local Authority for a period of 13 weeks or more spanning their 16th birthday.
who is a care experienced student?
Anyone who has spent time in care
who is an estranged student?
A student who has little or no contact with their parents (either biological or adoptive) and this is unlikely to change.