Means-tested bursaries
Up to 100% of feesMeans-tested bursaries towards school fees for academically able pupils joining Year 7 or Year 12, from full to partial awards.
Who can apply
Open at 11+ and 16+ entry. school's words
“We offer a limited number of means-tested bursaries to pupils joining the school in Year 7 or Year 12.”
No award above a household income of £85,000. school's words
“To qualify for a bursary, gross income and savings from all sources can’t exceed £85,000 per year.”
The largest awards go to households under £30,000. school's words
“Families who typically receive a full bursary have a household income of less than £30,000 per year and have limited savings.”
Your child must meet the normal entrance standard. school's words
“To be eligible, applicants must meet our academic, financial and additional eligibility criteria depending on the value of the bursary.”
How it works
Apply by 30 November in the year before entry. school's words
“For Year 12 bursaries, an online application, plus the financial declaration form and supporting statement, must be submitted by 30 November 2026.”
The means test counts savings, investments and pensions, equity in your home, holidays, cars, second homes or land, home improvements and lifestyle spending. school's words
“Significant savings, a second property, expensive holidays or cars, substantial home improvements or significant charitable giving would normally be inconsistent with receiving a bursary.”
Applications are assessed by independent financial assessor. school's words
“The bursary value is recommended by an independent financial assessor following a rigorous process.”
You hear in March 2027. school's words
“| Bursary offers | March 2027 | March 2027 |”
Awards are reassessed every year. school's words
“They are reviewed every year to make sure that our funding continues to support families who need it most.”
Your checklist
- 1Complete the online application and pay the £100 non-refundable fee.Year 7 by 30 September 2026; Year 12 by 30 November 2026
- 2Return the financial declaration form and supporting statement.By the application deadline
- 3Your child takes the bursary shortlisting exam (Year 7) or entrance exam and interview (Year 12).29 October 2026 (Year 7); 16 January 2027 (Year 12)
- 4If shortlisted, provide financial records to the independent financial assessor.February 2027
- 5Meet with the Principal or Head of Senior School.February 2027
- 6Receive the bursary decision and accept a place.Offers March 2027; accept by April 2027
Source: Bursaries and fees assistance at The Grammar School at Leeds | Leading independe