1. Overview

The Bursary is money that you can use to pay for things like:

• Clothing, books and other equipment for your course
• Transport and lunch on days you study or train

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. Your education or training provider decides how much you get and what it’s used for.

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

If you qualify for the bursary, the school will allocate an amount of money to you as a proportion of the total amount received by the school. You will be able to claim back expenses that you have incurred throughout the year that have been necessary for your studies.

We may remove your eligibility if your attendance falls below an acceptable level, or 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.

Eligibility

Discretionary bursary

This is dependent on your total household income. 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.

The amount allocated to you depends on the costs you have and what you need for your course. This might include money for books, equipment or travel costs to school or college.

How to claim

Apply via the application form by following the link below.

When to apply

Apply once you have a confirmed place with us.

You will need to reapply for a bursary for each year of your course.

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 complete an application.