Sutton High School GDST 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
Awards made: 60

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: GDST full bursary extras | Eligibility: Academic and means-tested | Confidence: Policy published

Source: suttonhigh.gdst.net, checked 21 May 2026

Who can apply, and how

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

Bursaries

Up to 100% of fees

Means-tested bursaries of up to 100% of fees for girls joining at 11+ and Sixth Form, based on entrance exam rank and family finances.

Who can apply

Open at 11+ and 16+ entry. school's words
“A limited number of Bursaries for up to 100% of fees are available for girls joining us at 11+ and the Sixth Form.”
Your child must meet the normal entrance standard. school's words
“will offer to those who rank the highest in our entrance examination and meet the financial criteria.”

How it works

Apply by 1 October in the year before entry. school's words
“Deadline to apply for 11+ Scholarships and Bursaries – 1st October”
Applications are assessed by GDST Head Office. school's words
“Bursary applications are assessed by GDST Head Office and the final award, based on the GDST assessment, is made at the discretion of the Headmistress.”
You hear in Offered to selected pupils following the entrance examination. school's words
“Bursary awards will be offered to selected pupils following the entrance examination.”
Awards are reassessed every year. school's words
“Successful Bursary applicants will receive a Bursary throughout their time in the school subject to annual reassessment and satisfactory academic progress.”

Your checklist

1Tick the bursary box on the online application form.To start the process
2Sit the entrance examination.
3Await the bursary offer, made after the entrance examination.Following the entrance examination

Source: Scholarships & Bursaries - Sutton High

Frequently asked questions

How much bursary support does Sutton High School GDST offer?

Bursaries at Sutton High School GDST are worth up to 100% of fees, depending on household income and assets. It made 60 awards. Full-fee places go to families on the lowest incomes.

Who qualifies for a bursary at Sutton High School GDST?

How do I apply for a bursary at Sutton High School GDST?

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 Sutton High School GDST?

Yes, the two are assessed separately: Sutton High School GDST lists 12 merit scholarships, and a bursary can be added on top where a family qualifies financially.