Clearing - a guide for parents and guardians
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Together through Clearing
Clearing can feel overwhelming - for students and for those supporting them.
At Leeds Trinity, we understand how important your role is, and we're here to help you both navigate this next step with confidence.
Whether your child is rethinking their plans or discovering new opportunities through Clearing, you'll find the support and guidance you need right here.
Secure your place in Clearing
When you've got your results, apply online or call us on 0330 058 4266 to secure your place.
Our phonelines are open Monday to Thursday 9:00am - 5:00pm, and Friday 9:00am - 4:00pm.
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How to support your child through Clearing
Whether your child has changed their mind on their university or course, is applying to university after 30 June or receives unexpected grades on Results Day, there are lots of ways you can support them as a parent or guardian.
- Help them research their options
The more research your child does, the better prepared they'll be for Clearing.
A good starting point is checking the courses that different universities offer and how suitable they are, what accommodation there is and what the city or town is like.
University websites and official social media can be helpful for finding this information - some universities also offer campus tours. - Be positive about the Clearing process
The Clearing process is a normal part of university admissions, with thousands of students using it to secure a place each year.
Reassure your child that it's nothing to worry about, and lots of their peers will be in the same position.
Read our full guide to Clearing. - Speak to our Parental Advisory Team
Our Parental Advice Team can provide clear, friendly guidance on the Clearing process, student finance, accommodation, campus life, or simply what happens next.
How it works
- Complete our short online enquiry form (link opens in a new window).
- We'll contact you. A member of our Student Recruitment and Outreach team will contact you, ready to answer your questions on 13 August, between 9 am and 5 pm.
- Be prepared to be swift
Some courses fill up quickly in Clearing. If your child has already researched their options, they may be in a better position to contact their chosen university when results are released and secure their place without delay.
- Remind them about student finance
In the rush of Clearing, sometimes students forget about student finance. If their course or university has changed through Clearing, your child will need to let Student Finance England know as soon as possible by logging in to their account at gov.uk/student-finance and updating their details.
We've put together a guide to Clearing student finance to help, and you can also speak to our Money Advice team by emailing moneyadvice@leedstrinity.ac.uk.
And of course, once they've secured their place at university, it's on to the next adventure - starting to plan and get excited for their life at university.
Nobody does employability quite like us
We build industry experiences into every year of our three-year degrees**.
- Year 1: Professional challenge
Tackle a community problem as part of a team, building your confidence, creativity and problem-solving skills. - Year 2: Professional work placement
Gain valuable work experience during an immersive 5+ week placement, applying your knowledge in a real-world, professional setting. - Year 3: Professional collaboration project
Work on a live project with an industry partner, developing practical solutions while expanding your professional network.
**Exceptions apply. Visit our course pages for more information.
Your questions answered
Why choose Leeds Trinity University?
Going to university is an investment in your future, and nobody does employability quite like us.
We build industry experiences including work placements, work challenges and assignments into every year of our three-year degrees**. It's why our graduates are always in demand.
95% of our graduates are in work or further study six months after graduation (Graduate Outcomes, Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA), published 2026.
We're ranked 2nd in the UK for teaching quality and student experience (The Times Good University Guide 2026) and that's not our only accomplishment – we proudly list them all on our achievements page.
Leeds Trinity offers a personal, supportive university experience, whether students are based at our Horsforth Campus or our Leeds City Campus.
How will Leeds Trinity prepare my child for a career?
Our undergraduate degrees give our students the chance to gain real-world experience before they graduate. Depending on the degree, opportunities could include professional work placements, employer challenges and work-based learning.
We also offer careers support from day one, including CV advice, interview prep and networking opportunities.
It's all designed to help your child stand out in a competitive job market.
How will my child be supported?
We're proud to be known as the university where you're a name, not a number.
We offer a wide range of academic, wellbeing and financial support services.
Whether they need help adjusting to university life or support with their mental health, we're here for them throughout their time with us.
What is the accommodation like and how do they apply?
We offer a range of student accommodation on our Horsforth Campus and in Leeds city centre - all with access to 24/7 security and support.
We can guarantee a room in our range of affordable en-suite accommodation if your child applies through Clearing. If your child is made an offer and accepts, they'll receive details on how to apply.
How do tuition fees and student loans work?
Eligible UK Home students can apply for a tuition fee loan from the government to cover the cost of their tuition fees. Maintenance loans are also available to help with living costs.
Repayments begin once your child is earning over £25,000 a year - and they'll repay 9% of anything they earn above that.
If there's any balance left after 40 years after the April you were first due to pay, it's written off.
We have lots of helpful information on our fees and finance pages. There's also a step-by-step guide on the Student Finance England website.
What will my child's experience be like if they commute?
Commuting is completely normal at Leeds Trinity – many of our students travel in for their studies, and our campuses are set up to support that.
Your child will have access to lockers, showers and quiet study spaces at both sites, so they can arrive, freshen up and settle in without needing to live in accommodation.
Both campuses are well connected by public transport, and if they're driving, they'll find pay-and-display parking on-site or nearby.
We also run daytime events and drop-ins built around commuter schedules, so your child can still get involved and make friends, even without living on campus.