Scholarships & Bursaries
Scholarships are offered to candidates who excel in the areas of Sport, Music, Art and Academia.
These Scholarships can be applied for and suitable candidates will be invited to an interview with the Principal. In addition, where a strong candidate has narrowly missed out on a Scholarship, a Principal’s Award might be offered.
Academic Scholarship
Entry level: Years 7 and 10
Assessment: Entrance Examination Interview
Criteria: Outstanding performance in the Entrance Examinations Performance in the interview References/recommendations and school reports, supporting the application
Amounts awarded: Up to 25%
Sixth Form Academic Scholarships
Entry level: Year 12
Assessment: GCSE results
Criteria: Seven grades at 7-9, of which three should be 8-9
Amounts awarded: Up to 25%
Sport Scholarship
Entry level: Year 7, 10 and 12
Assessment: Entrance Exams Interview Ability tests
Criteria: Satisfactory academic performance in Entrance Examinations Outstanding ability Outstanding level of fitness Commitment to representing the school in sport Evidence of participation at a high level
Amounts awarded: Up to 25%
Art, Music, Performing Arts Scholarships
Entry level: Years 7, 10 and 12
Assessment: Entrance Exam Audition Work portfolio
Criteria: Satisfactory academic performance in the entrance examinations Performance in the interview References/recommendations and school reports supporting the application Art – A well-presented portfolio of art work showing genuine interest outside school Performing Arts and music – an excellent audition Evidence of participation and interest outside school
Amounts awarded: Up to 25%
Principal’s Awards
Entry level: Years 7, 10 and 12
Assessment: Principal's discretion
Criteria: For a candidate who has narrowly missed any of the above Scholarships but who the Principal feels would make significant contribution to the life of the school in one or more areas
Amounts awarded: Up to 20%
Means tested Bursaries
Entry level: Year 7 - 13
Assessment: Entrance Examinations Principal’s discretion
Criteria: A completed Bursary Form. A candidate with academic potential who could thrive in this setting but not meet the fees without financial assistance
Amounts awarded: Discretionary up to 50%
Bursaries are available to support families who need assistance with meeting the fees for Fulneck School. Any bursary award is means tested. Bursaries are usually in the region of 20 – 30% of the tuition fees, depending on individual need.