Glasgow Clyde College launches book to help student parents
Glasgow Clyde College, which aims to be one of the most family-friendly campuses in the country, has introduced a variety of support measures for parents resuming their studies.
The new book, titled Little Life Changing Stuff, was illustrated by Glasgow Clyde College alumna Esmé Boyle and tells the story of a mother and her son starting college together.
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The release is part of a broader effort to ease the transition for student-parents, recognising the challenges of balancing education with family life.
The college has introduced several child-friendly measures across its three campuses, allowing parents to bring their young children with them between classes and nursery.
These include bottle-warming facilities, highchairs in canteen spaces, and baby-changing tables in toilets.
Parents will also have access to finance workshops to help them understand funding options for their courses, as well as funded nursery education during teaching hours where available.
David Marshall, assistant principal for student experience at Glasgow Clyde College, said: "We understand that for any parent, and particularly new parents, returning to or starting education can be daunting.
"There are many concerns such as juggling parenting and studying, nerves around returning to education, and the expense of childcare.
"That's why we've taken these important steps to support parents returning to education to make the transition as smooth as possible for parents and their children.
'We strive as a college to create an inclusive, welcoming, and nurturing supportive environment where everyone can thrive and believe these plans will ensure that new parents will be in an environment where they can experience and create life-changing stuff.'
The college also plans to provide parents with an online guide showcasing local family-friendly activities, restaurants, and groups in the area.
Its library will feature a dedicated children's section, allowing parents to borrow books for children of all ages, including the new illustrated storybook.
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Student-parent Jamie-Lee, 19, who is studying access to social care at the college's Anniesland campus, said: "I picked Glasgow Clyde College as I don't really know people in the area, and I felt it was the right environment for me to meet new people and create friendships throughout my course.
'When choosing a college, I had to consider childcare and learn how it worked but it was easy to locate information about childcare at the college via the Glasgow Clyde website.
"I would recommend the nursery as the staff are really helpful, friendly and my daughter loves them too.
'They always meet my child's needs and are really supportive about personal matters too.
"I would highly recommend Glasgow Clyde College to a friend or family member as the college suits everyone's needs and overall is a nice place to be."
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