King Edward's School, Birmingham bursaries.

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

Birmingham

Key facts

Support: Up to 100% of fees
Means-tested: Yes, on household income and assets
Annual support: £1.5m

Who qualifies

Available for families with income less than approx. £80,000; sliding scale of fees based on family income; includes free school meals, travel, uniform grants… Read more

Available for families with income less than approx. £80,000; sliding scale of fees based on family income; includes free school meals, travel, uniform grants and trip payments for those on full Assisted Places.

Source: kes.org.uk, checked 20 May 2026

Deadlines by entry point

Entry	Opens	Closes	Means-test forms	Decision
11+2027-28	—	—	—	—

Named bursaries

Assisted Placesup to 100% of feesMeans-tested Assisted Places covering up to full fees. Income less than £28,000 may qualify for free place; sliding scale up to income threshold of £80,000. Over £1.5 million per year allocated. Up to 25 Assisted Places in Year 7, about 10 of which are free places.11+ entry

Frequently asked questions

How much bursary support does King Edward's School, Birmingham offer?

Bursaries at King Edward's School, Birmingham 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 King Edward's School, Birmingham?

How do I apply for a bursary at King Edward's School, Birmingham?

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 King Edward's School, Birmingham?

Yes, the two are assessed separately: King Edward's School, Birmingham lists 3 merit scholarships, and a bursary can be added on top where a family qualifies financially.