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Putney High School 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

Who qualifies

Published pupil/full-place data: Almost one in five pupils receives bursary or scholarship | Annual pot/total support: GDST central/local funding; individual… Read more

Published pupil/full-place data: Almost one in five pupils receives bursary or scholarship | Annual pot/total support: GDST central/local funding; individual pot not published | Full award may cover: Uniform, lunches and travel for full bursary pupils | Eligibility: GDST means-tested; local demand and funding decide | Confidence: Policy published

Source: putneyhigh.gdst.net, checked 20 May 2026

Who can apply, and how

From Putney High School's own published policy, read on 10 Nov 2026. The school decides every award.

Senior School Bursaries

30–100% of fees

Means-tested bursaries for girls entering Year 7 or Year 12, from 30% to 100% of fees, based on financial eligibility and academic potential.

Who can apply

  • Open at 11+ and 16+ entry. school's words
    “A number of means-tested bursaries are available for pupils entering Year 7 or Year 12.”
  • No award above a household income of £107,500. school's words
    “If your family’s assessable income and resources are below £107,500 a year for London schools, you may be eligible for some support”
  • The largest awards go to households under £49,500. school's words
    “If your family’s annual income is less than £49,500 for London schools, you may be offered a full bursary”
  • Your child must meet the normal entrance standard. school's words
    “Entrance Assessment at Putney High School”

How it works

  • Apply by The deadline for bursary applications is the same day as the application for the school..
  • Applications are assessed by GDST Financial Assistance Department. school's words
    “Assessment of eligibility by the GDST Financial Assistance Department”
  • You hear At the time of a place being offered. school's words
    “Applicants will be notified whether they qualify for a bursary and if so, the value of that award at the time of a place being offered.”
  • The award may also cover uniform, lunches and travel. school's words
    “Pupils who get a full bursary may also get help to meet the cost of their uniforms, lunches and travel.”
  • Awards are reassessed every year. school's words
    “We re-assess every year to take account of changes in family income and circumstances.”

Your checklist

  1. 1Complete a school application form.Available the summer term preceding your daughter’s proposed year of entry
  2. 2Confirm your family's residency status.
  3. 3Declare your income and assets.
  4. 4Your eligibility is assessed by the GDST Financial Assistance Department.
  5. 5Your daughter sits the Putney entrance assessment.
  6. 6Receive the decision on whether you qualify for a bursary and its value.At the time of a place being offered

Source: Scholarships & Bursaries ⋆ Putney High School London GDST

Deadlines by entry point

EntryOpensClosesMeans-test formsDecision
11+2027-28—3 Nov 20263 Nov 2026—

Named bursaries

Frequently asked questions

How much bursary support does Putney High School offer?

Bursaries at Putney High School are worth 30–100% of fees, depending on household income and assets. Full-fee places go to families on the lowest incomes.

Who qualifies for a bursary at Putney High School?

Published pupil/full-place data: Almost one in five pupils receives bursary or scholarship | Annual pot/total support: GDST central/local funding; individual pot not published | Full award may cover: Uniform, lunches and travel for full bursary pupils | Eligibility: GDST means-tested; local demand and funding decide | Confidence: Policy published

How do I apply for a bursary at Putney High School?

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 Putney High School?

Yes, the two are assessed separately: Putney High School lists 34 merit scholarships, and a bursary can be added on top where a family qualifies financially.