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City of London Freemen's School bursaries.

Means-tested bursaries to help with fees.

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Key facts

Means-tested
Yes, on household income and assets

Who qualifies

Means-tested bursaries for families, assessed on income, expenditure and assets by Bursary Administration Ltd.

Source: freemens.org, checked 10 Nov 2026

Who can apply, and how

From City of London Freemen's School's own published policy, read on 10 Nov 2026. The school decides every award.

Bursaries

Means-tested bursaries for families, assessed on income, expenditure and assets with independent review by Bursary Administration Ltd.

Who can apply

  • Register for a place first. school's words
    “Tick the bursary box on your registration form.”

How it works

  • Apply by 10 October.
  • Late applications are not considered. school's words
    “Late applications cannot be considered.”
  • Applications are assessed by Bursary Administration Ltd. school's words
    “We work with Bursary Administration Ltd to ensure a fair, independent review.”
  • Awards are reassessed every year. school's words
    “Successful awards are reviewed annually.”

Your checklist

  1. 1Tick the bursary box on your registration form.
  2. 2Complete your application through the bursary portal link you receive.
  3. 3Submit your application by the deadline.By 10 October

Source: Help With Fees and Bursaries | City of London Freemen's School

Hardship Funds

Limited hardship support for current families facing unexpected financial change, not available to parents with outstanding fees.

Who can apply

  • For pupils already at the school. school's words
    “For current families experiencing unexpected financial change, limited hardship support may be available.”

Your checklist

  1. 1Email Helen.Gardner@cityoflondon.gov.uk to arrange a confidential conversation.

Source: Help With Fees and Bursaries | City of London Freemen's School

Deadlines by entry point

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

Named bursaries

Frequently asked questions

Who qualifies for a bursary at City of London Freemen's School?

Means-tested bursaries for families, assessed on income, expenditure and assets by Bursary Administration Ltd.

How do I apply for a bursary at City of London Freemen's 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 City of London Freemen's School?

Yes, the two are assessed separately: City of London Freemen's School lists 7 merit scholarships, and a bursary can be added on top where a family qualifies financially.