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Early Years & Health & Social Care DBS Information

All applicants need to apply for the enhanced DBS to attend an industry placement, which is a requirement of the course.

When to Apply for Your DBS

Please only apply for your DBS after you have been offered a place on the course, following your attendance at a taster day and interview.

All offers are conditional on:

• Successfully passing the taster day and interview
• Achieving the required GCSE grades
• Providing a suitable reference

Please note: The DBS fee is non-refundable if you do not secure a place on the course.

Please use the link below to apply for your DBS:
Apply For DBS

Didn't Get the Exam Results You Expected?

Don't worry—we're here to help! Our Careers Team is available for advice on resits and alternative study routes. If you need support, please email [email protected]

Fees & Financial Support

If your joining instructions mentioned fees, an invoice will be automatically sent once you start your course. You can log into our payment portal to make a payment, set up a flexible payment plan, or apply for financial support.

If you need help covering college costs (e.g., travel, meals, materials, course fees), Click Here to find out about available bursaries and support options.

Your Financial Data

Please read the SGS College Privacy Statement for information on how your financial data may be shared with third parties who provide services including, for example, the provision of credit control, debt collection and payment plan services and/or, if under the age of 18, with parent(s) or guardian(s) within the same household.

PLEASE NOTE:
As funding may be limited, we recommend applying for financial support before starting at SGS College.
Financial support from the MMS team may not cover all costs. You are likely to still have costs left to pay even if awarded a bursary or other support.

Exams & Exam Re-sits

If you fail to attend an exam or do not give the Exams Department at least 48 hours' notice that you are unable to attend, this will be recorded as “No Show”. Re-sit fees may be charged when you re-sit your exam. The Exams team will confirm any costs when you re-register.

SGS College Holiday & Term Dates 2025/26

Term Time Absence

The College does not support learners taking holiday in term time and will record it as unauthorised absence against your attendance rate. We believe full attendance supports a learner to achieve their full potential.

Please make sure if you are absent from college for any reason you report it using our online form and contact your department.

View College Term Dates

Education, Health and Care Plan

If you have an Education, Health & Care Plan, please let us know by emailing: [email protected] so that we can liaise with the appropriate Local Authority.

We will be unable to provide the required support without agreeing provision and funding with the Local Authority first. Please get in touch with the Learning Support department and let us know what your needs are.

Probation Period & Progression

South Gloucestershire and Stroud College runs a probation system, and all learners are classed as being on probation during the first five weeks of their course.

During this period, you will be assessed based on attendance, attitude, punctuality, aptitude and performance. This will be clearly stated within your course handbook which is issued to all learners at the start of their course.

To pass your probationary period, you must also have either paid your course fees in full or arranged a bursary or instalment plan. Your handbook will also detail what's required to progress to the next level, based on end-of-course achievement, attendance, attitude and disciplinary record.

Learner ID Badges

You will be provided with a valid ID card and lanyard. It is important that you always wear this whilst on college premises.

ID and lanyards support safety on site and reflect professional expectations. Daily spot checks will take place. A £5 fee will be charged for replacements, available from reception.

Getting to College

Wondering how to get to your SGS College campus? Click Here for campus addresses, routes, and travel information to help you plan your journey.

College Parking

SGS College runs a managed parking service at WISE, Filton and Stroud sites to ensure responsible usage.

If you wish to park onsite, you must register your vehicle by 1st October. After this date, all queries/fines will be managed directly by UK CPM, not SGS College.

Register your vehicle here.
Parking is first-come, first-served and not guaranteed at any site.

Debt Process

If you do not pay your fees as agreed, SGS College has a formal debt process in place. Details can be found here.

Parent Portal

Parent Portal provides live digital data to parents and guardians, helping them support their child's journey at SGS College.

The portal offers access to:

• Academic progress
• Attendance and punctuality
• Timetables
• Exams information
• Behaviour and attitude to learning via 'report to parents'

Parents can apply for access via our website. Access will be activated in the last week of September, and students/parents will receive an email.

Meet the Tutor Event

From 22nd September, Curriculum Teams will hold “Meet the Tutor” events. These allow Parents and Carers to meet the tutor and learn how progress is tracked, reported, and supported across the Study Programme.

Need Help?

For any questions, additional support, or to update your application, contact [email protected].

Have a fantastic summer! We can't wait to see you at enrolment in late August!