Bursary
Up to 100% of feesMeans-tested help with day fees for families who cannot afford them, up to full day fee remission in cases of proven need.
Who can apply
Open at 11+, 13+ and 16+ entry. school's words
“Year 7 and Sixth Form entry These applications must be received by the end of September, prior to the intended September of entry (11 months ahead).”
Register for a place first. school's words
“you must first register your child with the College and indicate on the registration form that you wish to apply for financial assistance.”
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, fi nancial information from both parents should still be provided”
How it works
Apply by September in the year before entry. school's words
“These applications must be received by the end of September, prior to the intended September of entry (11 months ahead).”
The means test counts equity in your home, savings, investments and pensions, holidays, cars, second homes or land and home improvements. school's words
“Signi fi cant capital savings and investments would be expected to be used for the payment of school fees, as would equity values in property assets.”
Expect a home visit or video interview. school's words
“This will involve a representative of the school visiting the parents' home(s)”
Applications are assessed by Bursary Administration Limited. school's words
“Most applications are then referred to an independent company, Bursary Administration Limited (BAL)”
The award may also cover uniform and essential trips. school's words
“an allowance for other educational expenses such as school uniform or school trips)”
Awards are reassessed every year. school's words
“Bursary awards are subject to an annual review of the pupil’s and their parent’s fi nancial circumstances”
Your checklist
- 1Register your child with the College and tick the box on the registration form to apply for financial assistance.
- 2Use the emailed activation link to create an online account and complete the Statement of Financial Circumstance form.
- 3Expect the Bursar to review your statement, then a telephone or video call with Bursary Administration Limited.
- 4Accept the place and sign the bursary conditions once advised of the outcome.
Source: the school's bursary policy (policy dated November 2023)