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Alleyn's Junior 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
Awards made
20 in 2025

Who qualifies

Means tested financial assistance is available; application indicated on registration form.

Source: alleyns.org.uk, checked 20 May 2026

Who can apply, and how

From Alleyn's Junior School's own published policy, read on 10 Nov 2026. The school decides every award.

Academic Bursary (means-tested financial assistance)

Up to 100% of fees

Means-tested bursaries for pupils joining Alleyn's in Years 7 and 12, which may cover the full cost of fees.

Who can apply

  • Open at 11+ and 16+ entry. school's words
    “Alleyn's offers its means-tested bursaries as part of the standard annual admissions process for pupils applying to join in Years 7 and 12.”
  • Register for a place first (£225 fee, which the school may waive). school's words
    “Once you have submitted your child's registration form we will send you a special Bursary Application Form for you to complete and return.”

How it works

  • Expect a home visit or video interview. school's words
    “An important part of the means-assessment process involves our Chief Financial Officer, Claire Morgan, and a member of her team meeting bursary applicants at their homes or at the School.”
  • Applications are assessed by School Bursar. school's words
    “which will be assessed by the School Bursar”
  • The award may also cover uniform, travel, lunches, a laptop or tablet and essential trips. school's words
    “We also provide assistance with uniforms, travel to and from school, lunches, IT devices, trips, and co-curricular opportunities”

Your checklist

  1. 1Submit your child's registration form and pay the registration fee (or provide Pupil Premium/Universal Credit evidence).When you submit the registration form
  2. 2Complete and return the Bursary Application Form the school sends you.After submitting the registration form
  3. 3Meet the Bursary team at your home or at the School for the means assessment.During the admissions process

Source: Help With Fees | Alleyn's School

Deadlines by entry point

EntryOpensClosesMeans-test formsDecision
11+2027-28—15 Oct 2023——

Frequently asked questions

How much bursary support does Alleyn's Junior School offer?

Bursaries at Alleyn's Junior School are worth 10–100% of fees, depending on household income and assets. It made 20 awards in 2025. Full-fee places go to families on the lowest incomes.

Who qualifies for a bursary at Alleyn's Junior School?

Means tested financial assistance is available; application indicated on registration form.

How do I apply for a bursary at Alleyn's Junior 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 Alleyn's Junior School?

Yes, the two are assessed separately: Alleyn's Junior School lists 9 merit scholarships, and a bursary can be added on top where a family qualifies financially.