This Bursary is available for all Year 12/13 students who meet the eligibility criteria. Students can apply if they are in one of the following groups:
- Young people in care
- Care leavers
- Young people claiming Income Support
- Disabled young people in receipt of Employment Support – Allowance and Disability Living Allowance
- Young people in receipt of free school meals
- Young people whose household income is below £24,000per annum
- Young people who have been affected by a sudden, exceptional change in financial circumstances
The funds could be used for course related costs i.e.:
- Books/equipment
- Trips/visits
- Transport
- Meals
- Exam fees
The bursary payments are paid directly into the student’s bank account provided they meet certain attendance and behaviour criteria:
- Following a programme of study that consists of a minimum of 12 guided learning hours
- Have 100% authorised attendance
- Meet the required standard of behaviour and effort.
There is also the possibility of a discretionary bursary being available for one-off payments for situations of hardship or financial circumstances that arise which would hinder a student’s ability to continue in Post 16 education. Please ask the Sixth Form office for details.