Means-tested bursaries worth up to 100% of fees.
Lee, Greenwich
Who qualifies
Published pupil/full-place data: Five fully funded Leatherseller Scholarships in 2025/26; total 15 Leatherseller Scholarships; >100 pupils supported since launch | Annual pot/total support: Externally supported by Leathersellers/Colfe's charitable funds; total annual pot not published | Full award may cover: Fees; details vary by award | Eligibility: Household income under c.£40k for the 100% scholarship route; exceptional ability | Confidence: Hard number
Source: colfes.com, checked 14 May 2026
From Colfe's School's own published policy, read on 10 Nov 2026. The school decides every award.
Small number of awards worth up to 100% of fees for 11+ and 16+ entrants with household income under £40,000 and exceptional entrance performance.
“who demonstrate exceptional ability in the entrance assessment, perform well at interview”
Source: Scholarships & Bursaries - Colfe's School - Independent day school in S
Fully funded means-tested sixth form scholarships for pupils joining from local state schools, funded by the Leathersellers' Company and donations.
“for pupils joining Colfe’s from local state schools and who meet the eligibility criteria”
“A limited number of fully funded (worth 100%+) means-tested scholarships are available in Colfe’s Sixth Form.”
“candidates should qualify for the government’s pupil premium or have a household income of less than £40,000 a year”
Source: Scholarships & Bursaries - Colfe's School - Independent day school in S
Short-term bursaries for current pupils whose family finances have changed significantly since joining.
“Short-term hardship bursaries may be offered to current pupils whose financial circumstances have changed significantly since they joined the school.”
Source: Scholarships & Bursaries - Colfe's School - Independent day school in S
| Entry | Opens | Closes | Means-test forms | Decision |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16+2027-28 | — | 11 Nov 2026 | — | — |
| 11+2027-28 | — | 13 Nov 2026 | — | — |
Bursaries at Colfe's School are worth up to 100% of fees, depending on household income and assets. Full-fee places go to families on the lowest incomes.
The next published deadline is 11 Nov 2026 (applications close, 16+ entry). Bursary deadlines often come before registration closes, so start the financial forms early.
Published pupil/full-place data: Five fully funded Leatherseller Scholarships in 2025/26; total 15 Leatherseller Scholarships; >100 pupils supported since launch | Annual pot/total support: Externally supported by Leathersellers/Colfe's charitable funds; total annual pot not published | Full award may cover: Fees; details vary by award | Eligibility: Household income under c.£40k for the 100% scholarship route; exceptional ability | Confidence: Hard number
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.
Yes, the two are assessed separately: Colfe's School lists 11 merit scholarships, and a bursary can be added on top where a family qualifies financially.