Bursary Scheme
Means-tested bursaries for a small number of Senior School pupils offered a place who cannot otherwise afford fees, awarded as a percentage of fees.
Who can apply
Open at 11+ and 13+ entry. school's words
“Bursary awards are typically granted upon entry at age 11 (Year 7), though applications from pupils aged 13 (Year 9) will also be considered.”
The largest awards go to households under £40,000. school's words
“All cases are considered on their own merits but it is highly unlikely that any significant bursary award would be made to a family with gross income of more than £40,000 per annum.”
Your child must meet the normal entrance standard. school's words
“If the results of the January entrance examination indicate that the pupil has performed strongly enough for consideration of a bursary, the SOFC will be used to assess whether a bursary may be available.”
Register for a place first. school's words
“Parents wishing to be considered for a bursary on entry at Year 7 or Year 9 must indicate this on their Registration Form and complete a confidential Statement of Financial Circumstances form (SOFC)”
How it works
There may be a home visit. school's words
“The School may require a meeting with parents to discuss the financial assessment before finalising any offer.”
Awards are reassessed every year. school's words
“Bursaries are means-tested, and are subject to review and may be adjusted.”
Your checklist
- 1Indicate on your Registration Form that you want to be considered for a bursary.On entry at Year 7 or Year 9
- 2Complete the confidential Statement of Financial Circumstances form (SOFC) sent to you.
- 3Sit the entrance examination; the school may ask to meet you to discuss the financial assessment.January entrance examination
- 4Wait for a formal written offer stating the specific award; do not assume one.When the offer of a place is made
Source: Scholarships & Bursaries | Boarding School Croydon | Royal Russell