Advice needed on how to apply for my grandson to join me in the UK

[CMSyder]

I am sorry but this will be quite dramatic.My eldest grandson has not been blessed with a responsible mother(my daughter). My grandson, a Filipino citizen, now 14 years, was orphaned by his father even before he born. So since he was born I provided for his needs and his mother's. My daughter went from one relationship to another and mothered three more sons. On many documented occasions, my grandson was physically abused by his mom and mom's partner, justifying their action that they were just trying to discipline my grandson. My mother who is now 81 years old can not help me any more, in bringing up my grandson while I am here. I used to visit them in the Philippines twice a year but after Covid, my husband was left with mobility issues restricting us travel for now.
I want to try to bring my grandson to the UK to live with us. I want to provide him a family he can rely on, consistently caring and guiding him. He so deserves a good family life and reach his full potential as wonderful adult.
I know this application wont be straight forward but can someone direct me to what FORM to fill-up to start my application to get him. I know it will entail so much to prove that I have sole responsibility over him and to prove the lingering danger of his mother abusing him again and again.
Will it be easier and faster if I try the path of a student visa for my grandson? Will he be able to stay with me and become a permanent resident eventually?
I am a naturalised British Citizen and I have a full-time job.
Thank you for reading this and any advice is highly appreciated.

[vinny]

If you have enough evidence to satisfy 297(i)

• (f) one parent or a relative is present and settled in the United Kingdom or being admitted on the same occasion for settlement and there are serious and compelling family or other considerations which make exclusion of the child undesirable and suitable arrangements have been made for the child’s care; and

etc., then this route is possible.

[vinny]

With regards to a child student visa, see also Parental consent requirement for a Child Student
and Guidance, etc.

The student route does not directly lead to settlement, unless under the 10 years continuous lawful residence route.

[CMSyder]

Thanks very much Vinny.What form should I use?

[vinny]

Settlement or
student?

[CMSyder]

Settlement please. Thanks

[vinny]

Please click on the given underlined links above for details.

[CMSyder]

Thanks

[CMSyder]

Please check if this is the right form to apply for my grandson , Appendix 1 (VAF4A).
The caseworker guidance provided is for individuals with protection status though. But in any case, my application will stand in solid ground if I am able to prove that he should be granted leave to settle in the UK under exceptional circumstance.
Thank you so much.

[vinny]

Please check if this is the right form to apply for my grandson , Appendix 1 (VAF4A).

Yes. Do include it.