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St Philip'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

Source: stpschool.co.uk, checked 20 May 2026

Who can apply, and how

From St Philip's School's own published policy, read on 10 Nov 2026. The school decides every award.

Entrance bursaries (external candidates)

Up to 100% of fees

Means-tested entrance bursaries for new applicants at 7+, 8+ and in-year placements, of up to 100% of tuition fees.

Who can apply

  • Open at 7+ and 8+ entry. school's words
    “The school offers a number of entrance bursaries at 7+, 8+ and in-year placements of up to 100% of tuition fees.”
  • Register for a place first (£240 fee). school's words
    “As part of the registration process, parents have the opportunity to request a bursary application form.”

How it works

  • There may be a home visit. school's words
    “This may include a home visit which, by necessity, will be at short notice.”
  • Applications are assessed by Bursary Administration Ltd. school's words
    “The school uses Bursary Administration Ltd to review and assess entrance bursary applications.”
  • Awards are reassessed every year. school's words
    “All bursary applications are subject to annual means testing and may be varied upwards or downwards depending on parental circumstances and financial information provided on review.”

Your checklist

  1. 1Register your child with the Registrar and pay the registration fee.Deadline 1st October in the year preceding entry
  2. 2Request a bursary application form from the Head Master, Registrar or School Office.As part of the registration process
  3. 3Complete the assessment with Bursary Administration Ltd, which may include a home visit.

Source: St Philip's School

Financial support - internal candidates

Short-term help for current parents facing an unforeseen change in financial circumstances, subject to availability.

Who can apply

  • For pupils already at the school. school's words
    “St Philip's has limited bursarial funds to provide short term assistance to current parents where there has been an unforeseen change in financial circumstances.”

Source: St Philip's School

Named bursaries

Frequently asked questions

How much bursary support does St Philip's School offer?

Bursaries at St Philip'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.

How do I apply for a bursary at St Philip'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 St Philip's School?

Yes, the two are assessed separately: St Philip's School lists 3 merit scholarships, and a bursary can be added on top where a family qualifies financially.