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South Hampstead High 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

Published pupil/full-place data: Not published individually | Annual pot/total support: GDST central/local funding; individual pot not published | Full award… Read more

Published pupil/full-place data: Not published individually | Annual pot/total support: GDST central/local funding; individual pot not published | Full award may cover: Extras may include uniform, lunches, travel and trips | Eligibility: Must reach academic standard; means-tested | Confidence: Policy published

Source: shhs.gdst.net, checked 14 May 2026

Who can apply, and how

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

GDST means-tested bursaries

Up to 100% of fees

Means-tested bursaries for 11+ and 16+ entrants who reach the required academic standard, worth up to 100% of fees plus extras.

Who can apply

  • Open at 11+ and 16+ entry. school's words
    “Each year, we award a number of scholarships and bursaries for 11+ and 16+ entry.”
  • No award above a household income of £107,500. school's words
    “If your family’s assessable income and resources are below £107,500, 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, you may be offered a full bursary.”
  • Your child must meet the normal entrance standard. school's words
    “to those that reach the required academic standards in the entrance examination”

Your checklist

  1. 1Check the GDST website for details of the bursary scheme and how to apply.
  2. 2Sit the entrance examination and reach the required academic standard.

Source: Scholarships & bursaries | Admissions | South Hampstead High School

Deadlines by entry point

EntryOpensClosesMeans-test formsDecision
11+2027-28—6 Nov 2026——

Named bursaries

Frequently asked questions

How much bursary support does South Hampstead High School offer?

Bursaries at South Hampstead High 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 South Hampstead High School?

Published pupil/full-place data: Not published individually | Annual pot/total support: GDST central/local funding; individual pot not published | Full award may cover: Extras may include uniform, lunches, travel and trips | Eligibility: Must reach academic standard; means-tested | Confidence: Policy published

How do I apply for a bursary at South Hampstead 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 South Hampstead High School?

Yes, the two are assessed separately: South Hampstead High School lists 16 merit scholarships, and a bursary can be added on top where a family qualifies financially.