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Sir William Perkins's School bursaries.

Means-tested bursaries worth up to 100% of fees.

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Key facts

Support
Up to 100% of fees
Means-tested
Yes, on household income and assets

Who qualifies

Means-tested financial assistance with school fees for families of students joining Year 7 or Year 12, worth up to 100% of tuition fees.

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

Who can apply, and how

From Sir William Perkins's School's own published policy, read on 10 Nov 2026. The school decides every award.

Foundation Bursary (Perkins Foundation)

Up to 100% of fees

Means-tested financial assistance with school fees for families of students joining Year 7 or Year 12, worth up to 100% of tuition fees.

Who can apply

  • Open at 11+ and 16+ entry. school's words
    “A limited number of means-tested financial awards are available to families of students joining Year 7 or Year 12 and are worth, in some cases, up to 100% of tuition fees.”

How it works

  • Awards are reassessed every year. school's words
    “Bursary awards are subject to an annual review and may be varied upwards or downwards, depending on any changes to parental circumstances.”

Source: Bursaries | Sir William Perkins's School (SWPS)

Deadlines by entry point

EntryOpensClosesMeans-test formsDecision
11+2027-28—30 Nov 2023——

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Frequently asked questions

How much bursary support does Sir William Perkins's School offer?

Bursaries at Sir William Perkins's School are worth up to 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 Sir William Perkins's School?

Means-tested financial assistance with school fees for families of students joining Year 7 or Year 12, worth up to 100% of tuition fees.

How do I apply for a bursary at Sir William Perkins's 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 Sir William Perkins's School?

Yes, the two are assessed separately: Sir William Perkins's School lists 14 merit scholarships, and a bursary can be added on top where a family qualifies financially.