Scholarships and Bursaries

Northbourne Park is committed to making an independent education accessible. Bursaries, scholarships and discounts are available to both day and boarding families, and we encourage any family considering the school to speak with us about what may be possible.


 

Bursaries

A bursary is a means-tested award that reduces the cost of fees for families who need financial assistance. Bursaries are available to both day and boarding pupils.

The process is straightforward and handled with complete confidentiality. Families complete a financial circumstances form, assessed by the Head Teacher and Finance Manager. Replies are usually swift once the supporting evidence has been received.

Mr Mark Hammond, our Head Teacher, is always happy to speak personally with families who would like to discuss their circumstances before or during the application process. No family should feel uncertain about making an enquiry.

How to apply

To begin a bursary application, contact us directly. We will share the financial circumstances form and supporting guidance, and talk you through what is required.

Contact us to discuss a bursary


 

Scholarships

Scholarships recognise particular ability and potential in specific areas. They are available from Year 3 upwards, for both internal pupils and external applicants joining the school. Families wishing to apply for a Year 3 scholarship may do so during Year 2.

 

What scholarships are available?

Northbourne Park School offers scholarships in three areas:

Academic

Awarded to pupils who demonstrate high ability in standardised assessments and scholarship examinations.

Sport

For pupils who show particular aptitude, commitment and potential in one or more sports.

Creative & Performing Arts

Available in Art, Design Technology, Music and Drama for pupils who demonstrate talent, creativity and enthusiasm.

 

What does a scholarship award include?

Scholarship awards typically provide up to 25% remission on day fees. In some cases, a scholarship may be supplemented by a means-tested bursary. The combined value of financial awards does not usually exceed 50% of fees, though exceptions may be considered in individual cases.

Scholarship pupils also benefit from individual support and development in their area, recognition within the school community, and the full breadth of a Northbourne Park education.

 

Scholarship Week

Candidates are assessed during Scholarship Week, when they attend the school to take part in activities and assessments relevant to their chosen area. Assessment may include academic testing, a performance or portfolio review for Creative and Performing Arts, or skills assessment and observation for Sport.

While most assessments take place during Scholarship Week, we are flexible and welcome enquiries throughout the academic year. Alternative arrangements can be discussed where necessary.

Following assessment, the school will contact families promptly with the outcome. If a scholarship is awarded, the standard admissions process then begins.

Find out more about the admissions process.

Next Scholarship Week

Scholarship Week dates for the next academic year will be announced shortly. To register your interest in advance, contact admissions@northbournepark.com.


Discounts

40% discount

Armed Forces

Families with a parent or parents serving in the Armed Forces are entitled to a 40% discount against boarding or day fees.

10- 15% discount

Siblings

Where an elder sibling is enrolled in Pre-Prep or Prep School — 10% for a second child, 15% for a third. Not available for Nursery children unless attending full time.

Where more than one discount applies, the most valuable is awarded. Any discount may be supplemented by a bursary. A full copy of the Scholarship & Bursary Policy is available on request.

Find out more

We are happy to discuss any of the above before you make a formal application. Please do not hesitate to get in touch.

  +44 (0)1304 611215    

  admissions@northbournepark.com

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