Step 1
Submit your child’s school application for the following academic year and indicate you are interested in the Bursary Award on the application form.
Bursary Awards
Introduction
Our Bursary Awards are available for pupils entering P6 to S6
Bursary Application Opens for August 2027
01 September ‘26
Bursary Application Closes for August 2027
15 December ‘26
We believe that every child should have the opportunity to thrive in our learning environment, regardless of their family's financial situation.
To help make this a reality, we offer a limited number of Bursary Awards for children who may not otherwise be able to attend Albyn School.
Our Bursary Awards are based on both the academic ability and financial need of applicants. We assess each family’s financial circumstance to determine whether a full or partial award is made. As a general guide, Bursary Awards are made to families whose gross annual household income does not exceed £80k.
Sports Bursary Awards
Sports Bursary Awards are available for passionate and talented young athletes excelling in Athletics, Football or Netball entering S1 and S3, a pathway to excellence, both on and off the track, field or court.
Through this programme pupils will have the opportunity to develop their skills, embrace challenges and thrive both academically and in their selected sports.
Bursary Process
Here’s what you can expect from the admissions process when applying for our Bursary Award.
Step 2
After the bursary application portal has opened, our admissions team will be in touch with a link for you to complete an initial bursary application. On this form you will be asked to indicate if you would like to be considered for the Academic or Sports Bursary Award.
Step 3
Your child will be invited to complete their entrance assessment in January/February by the admissions team. Sports Bursary applicants will also be asked to attend a sports assessment.
Step 4
A more detailed bursary application will be sent to selected applicants who are being considered further. These applicants will be required to upload all supporting documents before a given submission deadline.
Step 5
The outcome of your child’s school and bursary application will be emailed to you on Friday 26 February 2027.
Through our pupils eyes:
“I didn't think I'd ever go to a school like this. The bursary made it possible. I've made friends for life and found a love of science, and now I feel ready for whatever's next. I'm really grateful for the chance I've had.
FAQs
As a general guide, the bursary awards are made to families whose gross annual household income does not exceed £80k.
You will be asked to upload:
Latest Payslips
P11D (where applicable)
Latest HMRC Self- Assessment Tax Return
Latest self-employment/partnership accounts and forecast for the coming year
Latest 3 months statements for all bank, building society, investment accounts
Latest 3 months statements for all credit cards and loans
Latest investment and share portfolio valuation(s)
Latest rental accounts
Current valuation of principal residence
Latest mortgage statement for principal residence or rental agreement if the property is not owned
Latest Council Tax Bill
Contents Insurance
Court orders & Legal separation documents
Benefits received
Other information may be requested
Bursary awards can range from 20% to 100% of the school fees; this is determined by a financial assessment.
Yes, pupils who do not receive a bursary award can apply again the following academic year.
If your child receives a bursary award, the award will be tenable through their time at Albyn School. The award will, however, be reassessed annually as your financial circumstances may change.
Further questions? Don’t hesitate to get in touch
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