Financial Assistance

Church Schools Foundation Assisted Places

The Church Schools Foundation Assisted Places were introduced when the government decided to withdraw their own scheme in 1998. Assisted Places are awarded on the basis of both academic ability and financial need.

The value of the award is calculated on a sliding scale that takes into account the financial poisition of both parents' income and assets. The maximum award is to the value of 85% of fees. Assisted places may only be awarded to a child entering the school in Year 7 or into the Sixth Form. 

Clergy Bursaries

Bursaries are available to the children of clergy. The level of financial assistance is calculated on a sliding scale which takes into account the joint income of parents. Most clergy bursaries are held by Anglican clergy but the school will consider requests from clergy from other Christian denominations. Applications are welcome for children from age 3-18.

Forces Discount

A 10% discount from the boarding fee will be offered to children of forces personnel in receipt of the Forces Education Allowance. Applications are welcome for children aged 10-18.

Sibling Discounts

It is the policy of the United Schools Church Trust throughout its schools that a 5% discount will be given to the first sibling. A 10% discount will be given to the second and subsequent siblings who are enrolled in the school at the same time.

Emergency Bursaries

Occasionally, parents are unable to continue paying the full fees once their child has started at the School because of unemployment or other circumstances. In these circumstances it may be possible to provide a bursary or other short term support in for the child to complete that stage of education. Normally, such assistance is provided to those pupils who are preparing for public examinations.

Further Information

Further information and advice on any of the above may be obtained from the Head. Parents are encouraged to make an appointment to discuss their position in confidence. Appointments can be made by contacting the Admissions Office on 01233 739030.