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Willington School bursaries.

Means-tested bursaries to help with fees.

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Key facts

Means-tested
Yes, on household income and assets

Who qualifies

External-sourced bursary page (raw text in external_data_imports)

Source: willingtonschool.co.uk, checked 3 May 2026

Who can apply, and how

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

Bursaries

Fully means-tested bursary assistance for potential pupils and, for unexpected hardship, current pupils.

Who can apply

  • Register for a place first. school's words
    “The usual admissions process of registering the child and paying the non-refundable registration fee should be followed.”

How it works

  • The means test counts savings, investments and pensions. school's words
    “taking into account the income, assets and circumstances of the family and the School's assessment of the benefit to the pupil.”
  • Applications are assessed by Finance & General Purpose committee. school's words
    “Finance & General Purpose committee consider and approve bursary applications on a case by case basis.”

Your checklist

  1. 1Register your child and pay the non-refundable registration fee.
  2. 2Apply formally for bursary assistance using the full application form once a place is offered.At the time that the school is able to offer a place

Source: Fees, School Fees Plan & Bursaries - Willington Independent Prep School

Bursary for current pupils

Current families facing significant unexpected changes in circumstances can apply to the Bursar for an initial assessment of possible support.

Who can apply

  • For pupils already at the school. school's words
    “parents of current pupils may apply to the Bursar for an initial assessment of the level of award which might be possible”

Your checklist

  1. 1Apply to the Bursar for an initial assessment of the possible award.For the following academic year

Source: Fees, School Fees Plan & Bursaries - Willington Independent Prep School

Named bursaries

Frequently asked questions

Who qualifies for a bursary at Willington School?

External-sourced bursary page (raw text in external_data_imports)

How do I apply for a bursary at Willington 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 Willington School?

Yes, the two are assessed separately: Willington School lists 5 merit scholarships, and a bursary can be added on top where a family qualifies financially.