Founders' Bursary Awards
30–100% of feesMeans-tested GDST bursaries for academically strong girls entering Year 7 or Sixth Form, worth up to 100% of fees.
Who can apply
Open at 11+ and 16+ entry. school's words
“A small number of means-tested bursaries are available for up to 100 per cent of school fees, for pupils entering Year 7 or Sixth Form.”
No award above a household income of £102,000. school's words
“We would not be able to award a bursary to a family whose annual income and resources is greater than £102,000 (or £107.500 for London schools)”
The largest awards go to households under £44,000. school's words
“For families with an annual income under £44,000 (£49,500 for London schools), with no assets a full bursary may be offered.”
Your child must meet the normal entrance standard. school's words
“Your child’s academic performance will be a key consideration when the school is deciding whether or not to award a bursary.”
Register for a place first. school's words
“Complete a school application form to register your daughter indicating that you would like to apply for financial assistance.”
How it works
- Apply by Applications take place in the Autumn term; contact the school for the deadline.
You hear at the same time the school offers your child a place. school's words
“the school will send you details of the bursary award it can offer your family at the same time it offers your child a place.”
The award may also cover uniform, lunches, travel and essential trips. school's words
“Students in receipt of a full bursary award will also get help to meet the costs of uniforms, lunches, travel and trips”
Awards are reassessed every year. school's words
“We re-assess bursary awards every year to take account of any significant changes in family income and circumstances.”
Your checklist
- 1Complete the school application form, indicating you want financial assistance, and register for a parent account.Autumn term for Year 7 and Year 12 entry
- 2Complete the declaration of income and assets and upload proof such as payslips and bank statements.Before the school's deadline
- 3The GDST assesses your eligibility and tells the school the maximum support it can offer.
- 4Receive the school's decision with any bursary award alongside the offer of a place.At the same time as the place offer
