John Lyon School Awards
10–100% of feesSchool-funded means-tested bursaries for pupils joining in Years 7, 9 and Lower 6, worth 10% to 100% of fees depending on family finances.
Who can apply
Open at 11+, 13+ and 16+ entry. school's words
“They are available for pupils joinin g the School in Y ears 7, 9 and L ower 6.”
Your child must meet the normal entrance standard. school's words
“For a new pupil , t h e y must also meet the School’s academic requirements and perform well in the assessment process.”
Register for a place first (£180 fee). school's words
“Please note that in order to apply for a bursary, you will need to have completed a full 11+ or 13+ registration form via our website before applying for the bursary.”
Every parent is expected to work unless they can't. school's words
“where there are two partners, both would be expected to be employed unless one is prevented from doing so through incapacity”
Both parents' finances are assessed, including separated parents. school's words
“in general, the financial circumstances of both parents/guardians will be assessed.”
How it works
Apply by October in the year before entry. school's words
“The completed online form is to be submitted by the 3 1 st October in the year before admission .”
Late applications are not considered. school's words
“Any applications received after this date will not be considered.”
The means test counts equity in your home, savings, investments and pensions, holidays, cars, second homes or land, home improvements and lifestyle spending. school's words
“Frequent or expensive holidays”
Expect a home visit or video interview. school's words
“If you meet all the bursary criteria , an appointment will be made for the Director of Finance and a member of the Admissions team to visit you at home .”
Applications are assessed by Bursary Administration Limited. school's words
“The School uses an external company , Bursary Administration Limited (BAL)”
The award may also cover uniform and essential trips. school's words
“The School also offers additional assistance to bursary recipients to help cover the initial cost of uniform and selected educational trips if required.”
Awards are reassessed every year. school's words
“All bursary awards are reviewed annually during the S pring term”
Your checklist
- 1Register your child via the full 11+ or 13+ registration form.Before applying for the bursary
- 2Complete and submit the online bursary application form.By 31 October in the year before admission
- 3Wait for the Finance Department to confirm whether you meet the criteria.After application
- 4If shortlisted, upload your supporting documents.Early December
- 5Attend the online appointment with BAL.After documents submitted
- 6Host the home visit.If you meet all criteria
- 7Sign and return the Confirmation of Acceptance form.By the acceptance closing date
Source: the school's bursary policy