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Head Up!
higher education access for disabled and disadvantaged students
Advice
Check out our resources and advice on a range of topics and what to consider from a disability perspective. This includes UCAS, exams, finance, social life and much more!
Mentoring Scheme
Our free mentoring scheme supports 14-18 year-olds who self-identify as disabled (or anyone who has a physical/mental health condition, SpLD, or neurodivergence). We offer 1 hour a month for at least one year virtual mentoring with a disabled student/graduate matched by subject or disability.
The sessions are led by the mentee and can cover: uni applications, revision tips, accessing support, setting goals, navigating social situations & disability confidence.
Our mentors are DBS checked and undergo safeguarding training. Find our full safeguarding policies on our website,
Case Studies
Articles written from personal experience on a range of topics including school, uni applications, applying for DSA, disability access schemes and much more.
Disability 101
Find out more about disability including who ‘counts’ as disabled, disability rights and disability support resources.
Check out our disability factsheets which aim to introduce different conditions and signpost useful information for managing conditions and identifying the right support.
About Us
The general aim and objective of Head Up! is to promote the interests of young people with disabilities, physical and/or mental health conditions, specific learning difficulties and neurodivergence; offering them practical advice and support concerning their education and welfare.