• The Cambridge Guide for Student Parents includes information on University assistance, childcare, health, finance, accommodation and local parenting contacts. Information on the University Nurseries can also be found here.
• Universities' Holiday Playscheme The Universities' Holiday Playscheme is a joint operation between the University of Cambridge and Anglia Ruskin University (ARU).
• The Graduate Union (GU) is the university-wide representative body for graduate students at the University of Cambridge.
• GU Parent and Toddler Group. The Graduate Union sponsors a free, informal group to which students and/or their partners can bring their young children. Contact the Graduate Union Families Officer or the University Centre reception on 01223 (3)37766.
• Cambridge University Students' Union (CUSU) for information, advice and support on welfare and education issues.
• The Cambridge University Family Society is a student-run organisation, aiming to provide support and information to student parents, their partners and children.

• The Access to Learning Fund (ALF) is principally for home students in financial hardship who may need additional assistance. The ALF is a discretionary fund and awards range from £100 to a maximum of £3,500. Students with children (especially lone parents) are a priority group for support.
• The Central Childcare Bursary Scheme is only available to eligible overseas and EU students. Home students with dependent children should apply to the Access to Learning Fund.

Downing welcomes and supports student parents but has no accommodation suitable for familes with children. The University Accommodation Service can help to find suitable accommodation for you. It has a huge list of University accommodation, as well as hundreds of privately-owned properties in and around Cambridge.