Means-tested bursaries (Marjorie Hulme Bursary Fund)
10–100% of feesMeans-tested bursaries for talented girls from low and middle income families joining in Years 5, 6, 7 and 12, worth 10% to 100% of fees.
Who can apply
Open at 9+, 10+, 11+ and 16+ entry. school's words
“The School ’ s means-tested bursaries are available for external candidates joining us in years 5, 6, 7 and 12.”
No award above a household income of £80,000. school's words
“Parents whose gross income from all sources exceeds £80,000 per year are unlikely to qualify for an award.”
Your child must meet the normal entrance standard. school's words
“The child is of exceptional ability, as demonstrated by their performance in the entrance examination and interview for Year 7 entry”
Both parents' finances are assessed, including separated parents. school's words
“In cases of separation, the contribution or potential contribution made by both parents will be considered and separate financial reviews will be required.”
How it works
The means test counts equity in your home, savings, investments and pensions, second homes or land, holidays, cars, home improvements and lifestyle spending. school's words
“Lifestyle of the family including level of expenditure on holidays, cars, home improvements etc.”
There may be a home visit. school's words
“This interview will be conducted by Bursary Assessment Associates, either online or during a home visit”
Applications are assessed by Bursary Assessment Associates. school's words
“the School appoints an independent company, Bursary Assessment Associates, to conduct a financial review.”
The award may also cover uniform, music lessons and essential trips. school's words
“In cases where a 100% Award is made, additional assistance may also be available with the cost of uniform, music or drama lessons and school trips.”
Awards are reassessed every year. school's words
“All bursary awards are subject to an annual review to ensure that our funds are”
A rejected application can't be resubmitted. school's words
“The decision of Withington Girls ’ School is final; there is no appeals procedure”
Your checklist
- 1Indicate on the school's application form that you want your daughter considered for a bursary.When completing the school's application form
- 2Complete the online bursary form in full with all supporting documents by the specified deadline.By the specified deadline
- 3If shortlisted, attend the bursary assessment interview, online or at a home visit.After entrance assessments, if shortlisted
Source: the school's bursary policy (policy dated September 2026)