At Burgess Hill Girls, we believe passionately in the value of an all-girls education and are committed to making it as accessible as possible to families from a wide range of financial backgrounds. Our means-tested bursaries are designed to support those who may not be able to afford the full fees, and we warmly welcome applications from families who share our aspirations for their daughters’ futures.
Means-tested
Each year, a dedicated bursary fund is set aside to provide financial assistance to girls whose families need support. Awards are assessed confidentially by an independent third party to ensure consistency, fairness, and transparency across all applications. The value of a bursary is tailored to each family’s circumstances, taking into account income and financial resources. ensuring fairness and transparency across all applications.
Bursaries are subject to annual review and their continuation is dependent on an updated financial assessment, as well as the pupil maintaining the school’s expected standards of behaviour and commitment.
How much can be awarded?
While most bursaries awarded fall in the 10% to 30% range, families with a gross income below £30,000 per year and limited capital assets may be eligible for more substantial support. The maximum bursary award is 50% of the published fees, a limit set to enable the school to support as many deserving students as possible.
All bursaries are reviewed annually and continue to be awarded based on ongoing financial need and the pupil maintaining the school’s expected standards of behaviour and commitment.
Please note that bursaries are only applicable to day places.
How to apply
The bursary assessment process begins in September for students starting the following September and application forms will be issued to all families who have completed a registration form. We encourage early applications, as funds are limited and demand is high. External applicants should apply by the published deadline, as late applications may not be successful if all available funding has been allocated.
Families of current pupils whose financial circumstances change are welcome to apply at any time throughout the academic year. To find out more or to request an application form, please contact the Director of Finance and Operations at dfo@burgesshillgirls.com or call 01444 241050.
Should you have any questions or wish to request an application form, please contact the Director of Finance and Operations at dfo@burgesshillgirls.com or call 01444 241050.
For Sixth Form entry in September 2026, the deadline to request a bursary application form is Friday 7th November 2025, and completed applications must be submitted by Friday 21st November 2025. For all other year groups, the deadline to request a bursary application form is Friday 28th November 2025, with completed applications due by Monday 15th December 2025.