a guide to bursaries

what is a bursary?

Fettes is committed to broadening access to the school by offering means-tested financial support towards the payment of school fees - known as a Bursary. Bursaries can cover up to 100% of fees payable, depending on the financial circumstances of applicants.

Given the inclusive nature of the school, consideration will also be given to support towards the cost of essential school equipment and some relevant and educationally focussed trips.

Bursaries at Fettes are not connected to Scholarships, which are awarded based on a child demonstrating excellence in a particular area.

who is eligible?

At Fettes College we are proud to offer Bursary funding of up to 100% of the school fees for children entering 1st Form/P7/Year 7 or above. Owing to high demand for places at certain entry points and the limited funds available, Bursary support will be prioritised for Senior School years and directed towards boarding places and to those applying from within the EEA. For the avoidance of doubt, Bursaries will not be available to those entering T Form and below.

how is a bursary awarded?

In order to ensure that we give Bursaries to those families who need it most, awards are made on the basis of affordability, a process known as ‘means-testing’.

A thorough review of the family’s financial circumstances will take place including:

• Savings, investments and realisable assets

• Income

• Size of their family and number of dependents

The level of award is reviewed and revised annually by the Bursar and Finance Manager to reflect any changes in those financial circumstances and is approved by the Governors. Bursary awards are therefore subject to repeat testing of parental means each year and may be varied upwards or downwards, depending on parental and family circumstances.

Deadlines

Please note that the bursary application process for starting at Fettes in September 2024 has not yet begun. Deadlines will be posted here at the start of September 2023.