Bursaries
Up to 100% of feesMeans-tested bursaries for girls joining Channing at 11+ and 16+, covering part of fees up to full fee remission.
Who can apply
Open at 11+ and 16+ entry. school's words
“Bursaries may be awarded to children joining Channing in Year 7 and Year 12 only and are also available for current pupils.”
Your child must meet the normal entrance standard. school's words
“Applicants should meet the School’s normal academic entry requirements.”
Register for a place first. school's words
“You first need to register for a place at the Senior School or Sixth Form after which you will also need to complete a Bursary application form.”
Every parent is expected to work unless they can't. school's words
“However, where there are two partners we normally expect them to be employed and a family’s ability to improve its financial position or earning power will be considered.”
Both parents' finances are assessed, including separated parents. school's words
“If parents are separated or divorced before or while their child attends the school, both mother and father will require to complete an application.”
How it works
- Apply by Year 7: Friday 6 November 2026; Year 12: Friday 16 October 2026.
Late applications are not considered. school's words
“must be submitted to the Bursar no later than the published closing date for applications for each year for Bursaries to start the following September.”
The means test counts equity in your home, savings, investments and pensions, holidays, cars, home improvements and second homes or land. school's words
“Expenditure on expensive holidays, luxury cars and home improvements.”
There may be a home visit. school's words
“This might involve a home visit to ensure the information has been correctly interpreted and the basis of the financial assessment has been fair.”
Awards are reassessed every year. school's words
“Bursaries are reviewed annually, but if your financial situation stays essentially the same, you can expect your level of fee support to remain consistent year to year.”
Your checklist
- 1Register for a place at the Senior School or Sixth Form.First
- 2Complete the Bursary form with full documentary evidence and submit it to the Bursar by the closing date.By Friday 6 November 2026 (Year 7) or Friday 16 October 2026 (Year 12)
- 3Expect the Bursar to assess your application, possibly with a home visit.Step Two
- 4Sign the Acceptance Form and agree to any bursary conditions.After the offer
Source: Bursaries & Financial Assistance | Junior School London | Channing School