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Royal Grammar School Guildford bursaries.

Means-tested bursaries worth 5–100% of fees.

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Key facts

Support
5–100% of fees
Means-tested
Yes, on household income and assets
Next deadline
27 Nov 2026 (11+)

Who qualifies

Bursary awards are means-tested based on strict financial criteria and are available to successful applicants for entry at 11+ First Form, 16+ Lower Sixth and… Read more

Bursary awards are means-tested based on strict financial criteria and are available to successful applicants for entry at 11+ First Form, 16+ Lower Sixth and Year 3 at RGS Prep. Families with annual income above £120,000 are unlikely to be eligible.

Source: rgsg.co.uk, checked 21 May 2026

Who can apply, and how

From Royal Grammar School Guildford's own published policy, read on 10 Nov 2026. The school decides every award.

RGS Prep Bursary Scheme

Means-tested bursary assistance with fees for children joining RGS Prep from Year 3 upwards.

Who can apply

  • Open at 7+ entry. school's words
    “from Year 3+ (pupils joining in Nursery – Year 2 are not eligible for bursaries)”
  • Register for a place first (£120 fee). school's words
    “please indicate your interest on the online registration form”

How it works

  • Apply by Bursary applications must be completed before the child's assessment at RGS Prep.

Your checklist

  1. 1Register your child using the online form and pay the £120 non-refundable registration fee.
  2. 2Indicate your interest in the bursary on the online registration form.At registration
  3. 3Complete the bursary application before your child's assessment.Before the assessment

Source: FAQs | Private School Surrey | Royal Grammar School

Deadlines by entry point

EntryOpensClosesMeans-test formsDecision
16+2027-28—9 Oct 2026——
11+2027-28—27 Nov 202627 Nov 202615 Feb 2027

Named bursaries

Frequently asked questions

How much bursary support does Royal Grammar School Guildford offer?

Bursaries at Royal Grammar School Guildford are worth 5–100% of fees, depending on household income and assets. Full-fee places go to families on the lowest incomes.

When is the Royal Grammar School Guildford bursary deadline?

The next published deadline is 27 Nov 2026 (applications close, 11+ entry). Bursary deadlines often come before registration closes, so start the financial forms early.

Who qualifies for a bursary at Royal Grammar School Guildford?

Bursary awards are means-tested based on strict financial criteria and are available to successful applicants for entry at 11+ First Form, 16+ Lower Sixth and Year 3 at RGS Prep. Families with annual income above £120,000 are unlikely to be eligible.

How do I apply for a bursary at Royal Grammar School Guildford?

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 Royal Grammar School Guildford?

Yes, the two are assessed separately: Royal Grammar School Guildford lists 7 merit scholarships, and a bursary can be added on top where a family qualifies financially.