Means-tested School Bursary
Up to 100% of feesMeans-tested bursary for existing pupils and, rarely, new applicants, giving a discount of up to full fee remission and possibly help with school lunches.
Who can apply
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 the event both parents are separated and/or divorced, financial information from both parents should still be provided”
How it works
- Apply by Applications to the Head of Finance no later than 1st May in any year for bursaries starting the following September; new starters by 30 June.
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 equity values in property assets.”
There may be a home visit. school's words
“Parents may also be asked to meet the Head of Finance and Administration or their nominee at the school”
You hear in End of May. school's words
“Step five - end of May the parents are advised whether their child is to be offered a place at the school and of the bursary offer.”
The award may also cover lunches. school's words
“may also include financial assistance for school lunches where appropriate”
Awards are reassessed every year. school's words
“with fresh information being required about the child’s parents’ circumstances for every year during the second term”
Your checklist
- 1Both parents complete the Bursary Application Form with full documentary evidence and submit it to the Head of Finance and Administration.No later than 1st May in any year for bursaries to start the following September
- 2Be ready to meet the assessor or provide additional supporting information if asked.
- 3Await the outcome of the bursary offer.End of May
- 4Both parents sign a letter accepting the place and the bursary terms.
Source: the school's bursary policy (policy dated Approved on 19/11/2025)