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Sheffield High School for Girls 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

Means-tested bursaries for academically able girls entering Year 7 or the Sixth Form, covering 30% up to full fees.

Source: sheffieldhighschool.org.uk, checked 10 Nov 2026

Who can apply, and how

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

GDST Bursaries

30–100% of fees

Means-tested bursaries for academically able girls entering Year 7 or the Sixth Form, covering 30% up to full fees.

Who can apply

  • Open at 11+ and 16+ entry. school's words
    “Most bursaries are awarded during the year before entering Year 7 or on direct entry into the Sixth Form.”
  • Your child must meet the normal entrance standard. school's words
    “Bursaries are usually awarded to pupils in the top 30% of performance in the entrance examinations.”

How it works

  • Apply by December in the year before entry. school's words
    “The deadline for bursary applications is in early December each year.”
  • You apply online through GDST online bursary application platform. school's words
    “Once the application has been received we will issue login details to access the GDST online bursary application platform.”

Your checklist

  1. 1Indicate on the registration form that you wish to apply for a bursary.
  2. 2Use the login details the school issues to complete the GDST online bursary application.Once the application has been received
  3. 3Submit your bursary application by the deadline.Early December each year

Source: Sheffield Girls’ Bursaries for Academic Excellence

Post-entry bursaries

Bursaries for girls whose families suffer unexpected financial difficulty and can no longer pay full fees.

Who can apply

  • For pupils already at the school. school's words
    “Post-entry bursaries can be awarded to girls whose families suffer unexpected financial difficulties, and are no longer able to pay the fees in full.”

Source: Sheffield Girls’ Bursaries for Academic Excellence

Deadlines by entry point

EntryOpensClosesMeans-test formsDecision
11+2027-28————

Named bursaries

Frequently asked questions

How much bursary support does Sheffield High School for Girls offer?

Bursaries at Sheffield High School for Girls 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 Sheffield High School for Girls?

Means-tested bursaries for academically able girls entering Year 7 or the Sixth Form, covering 30% up to full fees.

How do I apply for a bursary at Sheffield High School for Girls?

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 Sheffield High School for Girls?

Yes, the two are assessed separately: Sheffield High School for Girls lists 9 merit scholarships, and a bursary can be added on top where a family qualifies financially.