Means-Tested Bursary
Up to 100% of feesMeans-tested bursaries for families of new entrants, discounting tuition fees by up to 100% depending on financial circumstances.
Who can apply
Open at 7+ entry. school's words
“The School generally awards bursaries to parents/guardians of children entering the School in Year 3 or above.”
Every parent is expected to work unless they can't. school's words
“where there are two parents, both would be expected to be employed unless one is prevented from doing so through incapacity”
Both parents' finances are assessed, including separated parents. school's words
“In cases of separation, the contribution made by both parents.”
How it works
The means test counts savings, investments and pensions, holidays, cars, second homes or land and home improvements. school's words
“frequent or expensive holidays; new or luxury cars; investment in significant home improvements; a second property/land holdings.”
There may be a home visit. school's words
“This will usually involve a video call to ensure the information has been correctly interpreted”
You hear in usually no later than the beginning of the summer term for a September entry. school's words
“(This will usually be no later than the beginning of the summer term for a September entry).”
Awards are reassessed every year. school's words
“All bursary awards are subject to the annual review of parental means.”
Your checklist
- 1Pay the Registration Fee (it may be waived in cases of extreme need).Step 1
- 2Complete the online BWPS Means-Tested Bursary Application Form with full documentary evidence.Step 2
- 3Your application goes to an external organisation, usually with a video call to check your information.Step 3
- 4The Bursary Committee assesses the report and agrees an award.Step 5
- 5Receive the offer and formal letter from the Chief Operating Officer.Usually no later than the beginning of the summer term for a September entry
- 6Sign the acceptance letter and bursary conditions, and normally pay a deposit.Step 7
Source: the school's bursary policy (policy dated February 2026)