The Independent Schools Council is a politically independent, not-for-profit organisation representing 1,270 independent schools educating more than 500,000 children. It exists to promote choice, diversity and excellence in education, developing talent at all levels of ability and from all backgrounds.

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Bursaries

What is a bursary?
A bursary is a grant from the school or a foundation linked to the school to help you pay the fees. It is usually awarded after a means test of family income. Unlike a scholarship, it is not usually based on a competitive examination.

Many ISC schools have means-tested bursaries for which students may qualify for. The Head and/or Bursar of the school will be able to provide information about any such bursaries and eligibility.

How do pupils get bursaries?
Bursaries are means-assessed on a financial basis and will require the parent or guardian to fill out a declaration to establish whether the student meets the necessary criteria.

Many schools also offer grants to children of clergy, teachers and members of the armed forces. Some give help to children of former pupils, to single parent families and orphans, or concessions for brothers and sisters.

More on bursaries
ISC does not provide assistance with funding directly but we can put you in contact with the following:

Charities Commission - who hold a list of charitable trusts who may be able to provide financial assistance
Educational Grants Advice Service (EGAS) - an information helpline giving both general and specific advice regarding funding.
Educational Trusts' Forum - offers advice on possible funding.

If you would like to know more about bursaries and scholarships available at accredited ISC schools local to you, please contact our information & advice team via information@isc.co.uk or 0845 SCHOOLS (7246657).

ISCias can assist with lists of schools offering particular types of financial assistance as well as explaining the application process.