1. Overview

The Bursary is money that can contribute towards to cost of:

• Smart clothing in accordance with our Dress Code, books, a calculator, and other equipment and stationary for your course
• Lunch
• Transport related costs such as an ‘Our Pass’ bus pass or other reasonable travel expenses
• Travel to University Open Days and interviews.

There are two types of 16 to 19 bursaries:

• A discretionary bursary 
• A bursary for students in vulnerable groups.

Discretionary bursary

You could get a discretionary bursary if you need financial help but do not qualify for a bursary for students in vulnerable groups. You do not get a regular payment; you can use your allocation to claim for items, trips or travel essential to your study. The amount allocated to you depends on the number of successful applicants we have, your specific circumstances and the total amount allocated to us by the government.

If you’re over 19, you’ll only be eligible for a discretionary bursary.

To remain eligible to claim a Bursary, you must ensure that you maintain an attendance of 95% or better, your punctuality is excellent and you are meeting our learning and behaviour expectations.

We may review your eligibility if you are found to be claiming for items not vital to your studies.

Bursary for students in vulnerable groups

You could get a bursary worth up to £1,200, depending on your circumstances and benefits. This sum is the maximum you can receive, the amount you get is dependent on your specific circumstances.

Eligibility

Discretionary bursary

This is dependent on your total household income, which must be below £28,500. You will be asked to provide some financial documents in your application to decide if you are eligible.

You can apply for a discretionary bursary if you’re over 19 and either:

• Continuing on a course you started aged 16 to 18 (known as being a ‘19+ continuer’)
• Have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP)

Bursary for students in vulnerable groups

You may be able to get a bursary if at least one of the following applies:

• You’re in or you recently left local authority care
• You get Income Support or Universal Credit because you’re financially supporting yourself.
• You get Disability Living Allowance (DLA) in your name and either Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) or Universal Credit.
• You get Personal Independence Payment (PIP) in your name and either ESA or Universal Credit.

How to claim

Apply via the application form by following the link below.

When to apply

Apply online once you have a confirmed place with us.

At the start of your second year, we will ask you to sign a declaration that your circumstances have not changed if you wish to continue to be eligible for the Bursary.

Help

Please contact the Sixth Form Administrator, Mrs Wheeler (v.wheeler@stretfordgrammar.com) for advice and guidance.

You think a decision is unfair?

Speak to the Sixth Form Administrator if you’re unhappy with a decision. We will advise you of the complaints' procedure should the need arise.

Emergencies and hardship

You might be able to get more support if your circumstances change, or you have an emergency. Application for the Bursary remains open throughout the year, so if your circumstances change, it is important that you discuss this with a member of the Sixth Form Team.