CELCIS · 2019
This is the first Scotland-wide survey of care experienced students in colleges and universities, commissioned by the Scottish Funding Council and conducted by CELCIS. It found that while many students reported positive experiences, significant barriers remain around financial support, accommodation instability, social isolation, and the complexity of declaring care experience. Students with disabilities were disproportionately represented and faced compounded challenges across all dimensions of their studies. The report makes 18 recommendations covering application support, financial aid, year-round accommodation, and dedicated pastoral services.