Published: 21 July 2026
The Assistance for Isolated Children Scheme (AIC) helps families get allowances for students who can’t attend a local state school due to geographical isolation, disability or special needs.
You can get AIC allowances if your child meets certain living, age, disability, health, study or isolation requirements.
The AIC helps with:
You can make a claim for this school year any time before 1 March 2027.
Find out more about Assistance for Isolated Children Scheme.
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