Bursaries
Up to 100% of feesMeans-tested bursaries for new pupils at 7+, 11+ and 16+, giving up to 100% off fees depending on family finances.
Who can apply
Open at 7+, 11+ and 16+ entry. school's words
“For entry in 2026 it is expected that bursaries will be offered at the 7+, 11+ and 16+ entry points.”
Families living closest get priority. school's words
“Priority may be given to Bursary candidates who live closer to the School;”
No award above a household income of £70,000. school's words
“the School is unlikely to award a bursary if the family gross income is more than £70,000”
The largest awards go to households under £45,000. school's words
“if total family income is less than £45,000 and if there are no significant assets (e.g. savings), then an applicant could be entitled to 100% funding of school fees”
Your child must meet the normal entrance standard. school's words
“The School’s usual academic requirements also apply to bursary holders.”
Every parent is expected to work unless they can't. school's words
“where there are two parents, both would be expected to be employed unless one is prevented from doing so”
Both parents' finances are assessed, including separated parents. school's words
“in general, the financial circumstances of both parents of an applicant will be assessed”
How it works
The means test counts savings, investments and pensions, equity in your home, holidays, cars, home improvements and second homes or land. school's words
“Significant capital savings and investments would be expected to be used for the payment of school fees, as would substantial equity values in properties;”
There may be a home visit. school's words
“BAA will contact parents directly to arrange an online meeting or telephone call”
Applications are assessed by Bursary Assessment Associates (BAA). school's words
“administered on our behalf by Bursary Assessment Associates (BAA), an independent company.”
You hear in 16+ in December, 7+ in January and 11+ in February. school's words
“For 16+ entry this is in December, 7+ in January and 11+ in February.”
The award may also cover lunches, music lessons, exam fees, essential trips, uniform, a laptop or tablet and travel. school's words
“Bursary holders also receive the same level of discount on Specified Charges such as school lunches, lessons on one musical instrument, exam fees and university entrance tests.”
Awards are reassessed every year. school's words
“All bursary awards are subject to the review of parents’ means each year”
Your checklist
- 1Tick the bursary box on the application form and give your estimated household income.Applications open from the summer the year before entry
- 2Complete the financial form and submit evidence to BAA by the application deadline.Usually October for 16+ and November for 7+ and 11+
- 3Sit the entrance assessment (7+/11+) or interview (16+).November or December before entry year
- 4Attend an online meeting with BAA to go through your finances.After application
- 5Receive the offer and sign the acceptance form and bursary conditions.
Source: the school's bursary policy (policy dated September 2025)