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Glasgow Times
5 days ago
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- Glasgow Times
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. (Image: Supplied) Read more: Two Glaswegians help create 'meaningful' change to future of Scottish Parliament 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. (Image: Supplied) Read more: 'Extremely proud': Glasgow homeless organisation wins prestigious award 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."
STV News
23-05-2025
- General
- STV News
New children's book to encourage parents to return to education
A children's book aimed at adults has been launched as part of a new initiative to encourage parents across Scotland to return to education. Glasgow Clyde College (GCC) has updated its campus facilities as part of a launch of support for parents returning to education, including baby changing facilities, highchairs and bottle warming stations, a children's section in the library, access to finance and wellbeing support, Also released is 'Little Life Changing Stuff' – an illustrated children's book created with GCC alumna Esmé Boyle, which is aimed at helping little ones understand the journey of returning to college. The book, which tells the story of a mum and her son starting college together, is designed to be read to children to explain what a day at college is like. The initiative comes after enrollment stats showed that Glasgow Clyde College serves areas which rank highly in Scotland's Index of Multiple Deprivation (SIMD), with 28.7% of enrolments from SIMD10 and 44.9% from SIMD20. The college has said that new parents looking to return to education are affected by pressures such as uncertainty about returning, balancing childcare with studies and not knowing what support will be available can all be barriers for parents – factors that often can prevent them from applying completely. 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.' Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
