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The Perse School bursaries.

Means-tested bursaries worth 5–100% of fees.

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Key facts

Support
5–100% of fees
Means-tested
Yes, on household income and assets
Next deadline
December 2026 (11+)

Who qualifies

We support pupils with bursaries worth between 5-100% of annual fees.

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

Who can apply, and how

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

Entrance Bursaries

5–100% of fees

Means-tested help with tuition fees for pupils entering Year 6 or the Upper School, worth 5% to 100% of fees.

Who can apply

  • Open at 11+, 13+ and 16+ entry. school's words
    “Bursaries are available to pupils entering the Upper School or Year 6 at the Prep School and are awarded at the discretion of the School.”
  • Your child must meet the normal entrance standard. school's words
    “Bursaries are only offered to the parents of those children who meet the academic entrance requirements set by the School.”
  • Register for a place first. school's words
    “Entrance bursary applications must be made on the registration form.”
  • Every parent is expected to work unless they can't. school's words
    “both are expected to maximise or seek to maximise”
  • Both parents' finances are assessed, including separated parents. school's words
    “The School deems bursary applications as being made jointly by both parents”

How it works

  • Apply by Same as the deadline for the registration form and registration fee.
  • The means test counts equity in your home, savings, investments and pensions, holidays, cars, second homes or land, home improvements and lifestyle spending. school's words
    “Significant capital savings and investments are”
  • Expect a home visit or video interview. school's words
    “Bursary Administration Limited will visit families to ensure that the information has”
  • Applications are assessed by Bursary Administration Limited. school's words
    “The School has appointed Bursary Administration Limited (BAL), an independent company”
  • You hear At least one week before the deadline to accept the place. school's words
    “You will be informed about the outcome of your bursary application at least one week prior”
  • The award may also cover lunches and a laptop or tablet. school's words
    “A bursary award may be up to 100% of tuition fees, Upper School lunch charges”
  • Awards are reassessed every year. school's words
    “The school reassesses existing bursaries every year and you will need to submit”

Your checklist

  1. 1Tick the bursary box on the registration form and give a lead applicant's email address.By the registration deadline
  2. 2Activate your account on the online bursary portal from the emailed invitation.After registering
  3. 3Submit your financial statement and supporting documents via the portal.By the deadline in the activation email, before the entrance test
  4. 4Be available for a home visit or online meeting with Bursary Administration Limited.Years 7-10 in February; Sixth Form in November

Source: the school's bursary policy (policy dated April 2026)

Hardship Bursaries

Help for current Prep and Upper School pupils whose family has an unforeseen significant change in financial circumstances.

Who can apply

  • For pupils already at the school. school's words
    “Hardship bursaries are available for pupils attending the Upper and Prep Schools whose”

How it works

  • Awards are reassessed every year. school's words
    “all hardship bursaries are”

Your checklist

  1. 1Write to the Chief Financial Officer as soon as your finances worsen unexpectedly.As soon as possible

Source: the school's bursary policy (policy dated April 2026)

Deadlines by entry point

EntryOpensClosesMeans-test formsDecision
11+2027-28—December 2026——

Named bursaries

Frequently asked questions

How much bursary support does The Perse School offer?

Bursaries at The Perse School are worth 5–100% of fees, depending on household income and assets. Full-fee places go to families on the lowest incomes.

When is the The Perse School bursary deadline?

The next published deadline is December 2026 (applications close, 11+ entry). Bursary deadlines often come before registration closes, so start the financial forms early.

Who qualifies for a bursary at The Perse School?

We support pupils with bursaries worth between 5-100% of annual fees.

How do I apply for a bursary at The Perse 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 The Perse School?

Yes, the two are assessed separately: The Perse School lists 11 merit scholarships, and a bursary can be added on top where a family qualifies financially.