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Northwood College for Girls GDST bursaries.

Means-tested bursaries worth 30–100% of fees.

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Key facts

Support
30–100% of fees
Means-tested
Yes, on household income and assets
Next deadline
13 Nov 2026 (Year 12)

Who qualifies

Published pupil/full-place data: Not published individually | Annual pot/total support: GDST central/local funding; individual pot not published | Full award… Read more

Published pupil/full-place data: Not published individually | Annual pot/total support: GDST central/local funding; individual pot not published | Full award may cover: Lunch, mandatory extras, uniform grant, free coach if >3 miles | Eligibility: Year 7 applicants usually top 20% of consortium academic ranking | Confidence: Policy published

Source: northwoodcollege.gdst.net, checked 10 Nov 2026

Who can apply, and how

From Northwood College for Girls GDST's own published policy, read on 10 Nov 2026. The school decides every award.

GDST Bursaries

30–100% of fees

Means-tested GDST bursaries for suitably qualified girls entering Year 7 or Year 12, worth up to 100% of fees.

Who can apply

  • Open at 11+ and 16+ entry. school's words
    “They are available for entry into Year 7 and Year 12.”
  • No award above a household income of £102,000. school's words
    “We would not be able to award a bursary to a family whose annual income and resources is greater than £102,000”
  • The largest awards go to households under £44,000. school's words
    “For families with an annual income under £44,000 (£49,500 for London schools), with no assets a full bursary may be offered.”
  • Your child must meet the normal entrance standard. school's words
    “To be eligible for a bursary in Year 7, a candidate must be within the top 20% in the Consortium entrance examination.”
  • Register for a place first. school's words
    “Complete a school application form to register your daughter indicating that you would like to apply for financial assistance.”

How it works

  • Apply by November in the year before entry. school's words
    “Bursaries must be applied for no later than the end of November prior to entry the following September.”
  • Applications are assessed by Fees Office of the GDST. school's words
    “Bursary applications are assessed independently by the Fees Office of the GDST”
  • You hear in The school sends bursary award details at the same time it offers a place. school's words
    “the school will send you details of the bursary award it can offer your family at the same time it offers your child a place.”
  • The award may also cover lunches, essential trips, uniform and travel. school's words
    “The bursary will include the cost of lunch, mandatory curriculum extras (such as day trips), a uniform grant, and free use of the coach service”
  • Awards are reassessed every year. school's words
    “We re-assess bursary awards every year to take account of any significant changes in family income and circumstances.”

Your checklist

  1. 1Complete the school application form to register your daughter, stating you wish to apply for financial assistance.Autumn term before entry
  2. 2Complete the online declaration of income and assets and upload proof such as P60s, payslips and bank statements.Before the deadline
  3. 3Submit your bursary application by the end of November before entry.End of November prior to entry
  4. 4Wait for the GDST assessment; the school sends award details with any offer of a place.With the place offer

Source: 2027-28 Bursaries & Scholarships - Northwood College for Girls

Deadlines by entry point

EntryOpensClosesMeans-test formsDecision
Year 122027-28—13 Nov 2026——
Year 72027-28—30 Nov 202630 Nov 2026—

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Frequently asked questions

How much bursary support does Northwood College for Girls GDST offer?

Bursaries at Northwood College for Girls GDST are worth 30–100% of fees, depending on household income and assets. Full-fee places go to families on the lowest incomes.

When is the Northwood College for Girls GDST bursary deadline?

The next published deadline is 13 Nov 2026 (applications close, Year 12 entry). Bursary deadlines often come before registration closes, so start the financial forms early.

Who qualifies for a bursary at Northwood College for Girls GDST?

Published pupil/full-place data: Not published individually | Annual pot/total support: GDST central/local funding; individual pot not published | Full award may cover: Lunch, mandatory extras, uniform grant, free coach if >3 miles | Eligibility: Year 7 applicants usually top 20% of consortium academic ranking | Confidence: Policy published

How do I apply for a bursary at Northwood College for Girls GDST?

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 Northwood College for Girls GDST?

Yes, the two are assessed separately: Northwood College for Girls GDST lists 7 merit scholarships, and a bursary can be added on top where a family qualifies financially.