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Al-Zahra School bursaries.

Means-tested bursaries worth 10–100% of fees.

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Key facts

Support
10–100% of fees
Means-tested
Yes, on household income and assets

Who qualifies

Bursaries are means-tested financial awards reducing fees by 10%, 25%, 50%, 75%, or 100% based on assessed need and committee discretion. Available for all… Read more

Bursaries are means-tested financial awards reducing fees by 10%, 25%, 50%, 75%, or 100% based on assessed need and committee discretion. Available for all years from Reception through Year 11. Subject to satisfactory academic performance and engagement.

Source: alzahra.asazs.co.uk, checked 10 Nov 2026

Who can apply, and how

From Al-Zahra School's own published policy, read on 10 Nov 2026. The school decides every award.

ASAZS Bursary Scheme

10–100% of fees

Means-tested bursary for new and current families, reducing or removing tuition fees at 10%, 25%, 50%, 75% or 100%.

Who can apply

  • Your child must meet the normal entrance standard. school's words
    “The applicant pupil must meet the school's standard academic admission requirements or, for current pupils, be”

How it works

  • Apply by no later than one month before the school's published admissions registration deadline for the relevant year of entry.
  • Late applications are not considered. school's words
    “Applications received after the published deadline will not ordinarily be considered in the current cycle, except in cases of”
  • You hear in For new applicants, notification is issued at the same time as any admissions offer. school's words
    “For new applicants, notification is issued at the same time as any admissions offer.”
  • Awards are reassessed every year. school's words
    “All bursary awards are reviewed annually.”

Your checklist

  1. 1Contact the school office to request the confidential Bursary Application Form.Before, during or after registering your child
  2. 2Complete the Bursary Application Form in full with household income, family and pupil information.No later than one month before the admissions registration deadline
  3. 3Provide supporting documents if the Committee requests them, or submit voluntarily.Following receipt of the application
  4. 4Await written notification of the outcome.For new applicants, at the same time as any admissions offer

Source: the school's bursary policy (policy dated Last Review Date: April 2026)

Deadlines by entry point

EntryOpensClosesMeans-test formsDecision
11+2027-28————

Named bursaries

Frequently asked questions

How much bursary support does Al-Zahra School offer?

Bursaries at Al-Zahra School are worth 10–100% of fees, depending on household income and assets. Full-fee places go to families on the lowest incomes.

Who qualifies for a bursary at Al-Zahra School?

Bursaries are means-tested financial awards reducing fees by 10%, 25%, 50%, 75%, or 100% based on assessed need and committee discretion. Available for all years from Reception through Year 11. Subject to satisfactory academic performance and engagement.

How do I apply for a bursary at Al-Zahra School?

Register for a place, then return the school's financial form with P60s or tax returns and bank statements before the bursary deadline. Many schools make a home visit, and awards are reviewed each year.

Can I get a scholarship and a bursary at Al-Zahra School?

Bursaries are awarded on financial need and are separate from merit awards. Al-Zahra School does not list separate scholarships with us.