Means-Tested Financial Assistance (MTFA)
Partial tuition fee reduction for new or existing pupils with a Scholarship or Award who cannot meet full fees.
Who can apply
Register for a place first. school's words
“Families must first complete the admissions process and receive an offer of a place and a Scholarship or Award before applying for means-tested financial assistance.”
Every parent is expected to work unless they can't. school's words
“both are typically expected to be in employment unless prevented by incapacity, the need to care for dependants, or other valid reasons.”
Both parents' finances are assessed, including separated parents. school's words
“Contributions from both parents will be taken into account, along with any maintenance or financial support arrangements.”
How it works
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.”
There may be a home visit. school's words
“This may include a follow - up meeting or a home visit to ensure that the financial assessment is fair and accurate.”
Awards are reassessed every year. school's words
“All Financial Assistance awards are reviewed annually.”
Your checklist
- 1Email the Director of Finance & Resources to outline your circumstances and request the Financial Assessment Form.Step 1
- 2Submit full details of household income, expenditure, capital and assets with supporting documents.Step 2
- 3Take part in the assessment, which may include a follow-up meeting or home visit.Step 3
- 4Receive the written decision and sign the acknowledgement of conditions if you accept.Step 4
- 5Await written confirmation of support once final financial evidence is verified.Step 5
Source: the school's bursary policy (policy dated 28th October 2025)