What do You Need to Know?
Our bursaries are awarded based on both financial need and merit, which includes a student’s performance in the entrance exam and how they present themselves during the process. As the number of bursary applications exceeds our available funds each year, a rigorous process is in place to ensure fair distribution. This includes a review by an external assessor, Bursary Administration Limited (BAL), with thorough checks to verify the information provided. In addition to this:
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Bursary support is only available for students entering our Senior Schools.
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Financial assistance must be requested and processed after you have applied and before you are offered a place and enrolled. Financial assistance cannot be granted after enrolment, except in cases where there has been a significant change in family circumstances, such as redundancy or bereavement.
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Siblings of current bursary holders are not automatically given preference; each applicant is assessed independently on their own merits, including performance and potential.
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In households with two parents, we generally expect both to contribute financially unless there is a verified medical condition or pre-school-age children. Supporting evidence will be required where this is the case.
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In cases of parental separation, both parents are typically expected to be part of the means-tested review, unless there are significant, verifiable extenuating circumstances.
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Our bursaries are awarded and reviewed annually after detailed screening using a third-party reviewer. This includes a review of the recipient’s application in both their studies and engagement with the community. Awards are subject to a means tested review, as well as a review by the School’s academic team.
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As well as stringent financial screening, an applicant must meet both the academic requirements and adhere to our bursary terms.
What Do I Do Next?
If you would like your child to become a part of our ESMS community, we want to hear from you! Our bursary process is inclusive, accessible and confidential. To find out more about our bursaries please contact our Bursar’s Office: bursar@esms.org.uk.
Make a Difference
If you would like to change the life of a child through the gift of an ESMS education through our Bursary Programme, you can find out how to support this by contacting Suzi Squires, Development Manager at development@esms.org.uk or call 0131 311 1131.