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City of London School for Girls bursaries.

Means-tested bursaries worth up to 100% of fees.

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Key facts

Support
Up to 100% of fees
Means-tested
Yes, on household income and assets

Who qualifies

Published pupil/full-place data: Around 100 pupils receive bursary support; usually 12–15 at 11+ and 3–4 at 16+ | Annual pot/total support: Not published as… Read more

Published pupil/full-place data: Around 100 pupils receive bursary support; usually 12–15 at 11+ and 3–4 at 16+ | Annual pot/total support: Not published as total pot | Full award may cover: Full bursary can include lunch, laptop, trips, uniform, travel, co-curricular support and exams | Eligibility: Award depends on entrance assessment/interview, eligibility and available funds | Confidence: Hard number

Source: clsg.org.uk, checked 10 Nov 2026

Who can apply, and how

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

Transformational bursaries

Up to 100% of fees

Means-tested bursaries for girls joining at 11+ and 16+ who could not otherwise afford fees, giving up to 100% of fees plus extras.

Who can apply

  • Open at 11+ and 16+ entry. school's words
    “Transformational bursaries are available to pupils joining City at 11+ and 16+.”
  • No award above a household income of £70,000. school's words
    “families with a net household income of up to £70,000 per annum , with very limited assets, may be eligible to receive some bursary support.”
  • Your child must meet the normal entrance standard. school's words
    “Bursaries are awarded if an applicant is successful in the entrance exams and interview”
  • Register for a place first (£192 fee, which the school may waive). school's words
    “Once registered, you will be sent an online bursary application form.”

How it works

  • Late applications are not considered. school's words
    “if you do not complete this application at this point, we will not be able to consider your daughter for a bursary at a later date.”
  • The means test counts savings, investments and pensions and equity in your home. school's words
    “Assets may include, but are not limited to, savings, shares, or equity in property.”
  • There may be a home visit. school's words
    “we will visit some families under consideration for a bursary in their home to discuss elements of our bursary package.”
  • You hear in Bursary offers are made at the same time as places. school's words
    “Bursary offers are made at the same time as places.”
  • The award may also cover lunches, a laptop or tablet, essential trips, uniform, travel, music lessons and exam fees. school's words
    “a pupil in receipt of a full bursary will also receive support with the following:”
  • Awards are reassessed every year. school's words
    “the level of the award will be re-assessed annually and may be adjusted either up or down for the following academic year”

Your checklist

  1. 1Register your daughter and indicate your interest in a bursary.At registration
  2. 2Complete the online bursary application form sent to you.Once registration has closed
  3. 3Upload supporting documents if invited after the first assessment.If successful in the first assessment
  4. 4Be available for a home visit if the school arranges one.Before offers are made
  5. 5Check your offer email for the bursary outcome.When places are offered

Source: Bursaries - City of London School for Girls

Deadlines by entry point

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

Named bursaries

Frequently asked questions

How much bursary support does City of London School for Girls offer?

Bursaries at City of London School for Girls are worth up to 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 City of London School for Girls?

Published pupil/full-place data: Around 100 pupils receive bursary support; usually 12–15 at 11+ and 3–4 at 16+ | Annual pot/total support: Not published as total pot | Full award may cover: Full bursary can include lunch, laptop, trips, uniform, travel, co-curricular support and exams | Eligibility: Award depends on entrance assessment/interview, eligibility and available funds | Confidence: Hard number

How do I apply for a bursary at City of London School for Girls?

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 School for Girls?

Yes, the two are assessed separately: City of London School for Girls lists 8 merit scholarships, and a bursary can be added on top where a family qualifies financially.