Bishop Wordsworth's Church of England Grammar School
Parents
Financial Assistance
For parents who are concerned about costs of daily travel, school meals, uniform and educational trips, there are some specific charitable funds available. This includes early help such as attending open days from primary school through to trips in support of A-Level studies.
BWS Foundation
The Foundation provides:
- Support to, and enhancement of, Bishop Wordsworth’s School for the benefit of all pupils who attend the school.
- Grants and bursaries for uniform, extracurricular activities and transport for the benefit of those pupils who would otherwise be unable to afford such things.
- Grants to pupils not currently at the School but who need financial assistance to support their application, for example attending open days and the 11+ examination.
To apply, please complete the Foundation Bursary application form and return it to the Finance Office as per the instructions on the form.
Please note the BWS Foundation is an independent charity and decisions are made by an external panel.
BWS Hardship Fund
Bishop Wordsworth’s School has its own charitable fund that can provide funds to support costs of uniform, extracurricular activities and transport for those at the School, and those who are struggling to meet some costs of their child’s school activities.
The application form can be found at the bottom of the page.
16-19 Bursaries
We are committed to ensuring that every student can participate fully in sixth form life, regardless of financial circumstances. Our 16–19 Bursary Fund provides targeted support to students who need it most, helping to remove barriers to education and enrichment. This may include assistance with travel, essential equipment, curriculum-related costs, and participation in school activities.
We actively encourage families to explore this support where it may be needed. Applications are handled sensitively and confidentially, and we are keen to ensure that all students can access the full range of opportunities available during their time in the sixth form.
Please note successful applications will be paid directly into the account of the applying student.
The application form can be found as a pdf at the bottom of the page.
The 16-19 Bursary Policy can be found here
Free School Meals
Free School Meals are available to pupils whose parents are receiving certain state benefits. To apply, please complete the Free School Meals Application Form and return with proof of Universal Credit or any other eligible state benefit to finance@bishopwordsworths.org.uk
The Free School Meals Application Form can be found at the bottom of the page.
Pupil Premium
The pupil premium is additional funding given to publicly funded schools in England to raise the attainment of disadvantaged pupils and close the gap between them and their peers. It is not paid to the pupil or the family but to the School to be allocated where deemed appropriate. Details are available in the Pupil Premium Statement on the School web-site: Annual Reports and Financial Statements.