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Eltham College 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
Annual support
£2.3m

Who qualifies

Published pupil/full-place data: 19 students received 100%+ bursary support in 2023 | Annual pot/total support: £2.3m dedicated to fee assistance | Full award… Read more

Published pupil/full-place data: 19 students received 100%+ bursary support in 2023 | Annual pot/total support: £2.3m dedicated to fee assistance | Full award may cover: Uniforms, lunches, IT and other support for some 100% bursary holders | Eligibility: Means-tested; school scholarships/bursaries | Confidence: Hard number

Source: eltham-college.org.uk, checked 4 Nov 2026

Who can apply, and how

From Eltham College's own published policy, read on 10 Nov 2026. The school decides every award.

Means-tested bursaries

Up to 100% of fees

Means-tested bursaries for families who cannot afford the fees, for entry into Year 7 and Year 12, with value depending on family finances.

Who can apply

  • Open at 11+ and 16+ entry. school's words
    “Our bursaries are means-tested, and applications are only accepted for entry into Year 7 and Year 12.”
  • Your child must meet the normal entrance standard. school's words
    “Only students who meet the highest academic standards will be offered a place, whether or not they are applying for a bursary.”
  • Register for a place first. school's words
    “If you wish to apply for a bursary, you must indicate this at the time of registration.”

How it works

  • The award may also cover uniform, lunches and a laptop or tablet. school's words
    “Some 100% bursary holders may therefore receive assistance with, amongst other things, the cost of uniforms, lunches and IT equipment.”

Your checklist

  1. 1Indicate on the registration form that you wish to apply for a bursary.At the time of registration
  2. 2Complete the bursary application through the portal link emailed to you.In due course
  3. 3Sit the College entrance examinations and interview.

Source: Scholarships & Bursaries at Eltham College

Deadlines by entry point

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

Named bursaries

Frequently asked questions

How much bursary support does Eltham College offer?

Bursaries at Eltham College 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 Eltham College?

Published pupil/full-place data: 19 students received 100%+ bursary support in 2023 | Annual pot/total support: £2.3m dedicated to fee assistance | Full award may cover: Uniforms, lunches, IT and other support for some 100% bursary holders | Eligibility: Means-tested; school scholarships/bursaries | Confidence: Hard number

How do I apply for a bursary at Eltham College?

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 Eltham College?

Yes, the two are assessed separately: Eltham College lists 14 merit scholarships, and a bursary can be added on top where a family qualifies financially.