Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA)

Education Maintenance Allowance

Education Maintenance Allowance

If your child is considering staying on for Sixth Form, but financially there is a problem, it might be worth your while to consider applying for EMA.

If you qualify for EMA, the amount you get depends on your household income.

If your household income is:

  • up to £20,817 per year you get £30 per week
  • £20,818 - £25,521 per year you get £20 a week
  • £25,522 - £30,810 per year you get £10 a week
  • more than £30,810 per year no entitlement to EMA

These thresholds represent household income before tax, and relate to the tax year 2006-2007.

Bonus payments of up to £500

From time to time, you may also qualify for bonus payments. If your learning programme lasts over two years, these payments could be up worth up to £500.

For more information on EMA, please contact Mrs Katie Lee, Senior Teacher: Pastoral on KatieL@rossallcorporation.co.uk or click here to go to the EMA website.