At Blue Coat we want to ensure that every one of our students is given every opportunity to succeed. For some of our students this might mean financial support if a student is experiencing financial hardship.

The 16-19 Bursary is a fund that supports access to learning for Sixth Form students who are suffering financial hardship; it helps pay for: 

• Transport
• Learning equipment
• Field trips
• University Open days/visits/interviews

There are 2 types of bursary that may apply toy depending on your financial situation.

The Vulnerable Bursary

This is available to students who fall under any of the following categories:

• Young person in care
• Young person in receipt of income support (in your own name)
• Disabled young person in receipt of Employment Support Allowance & Disability Living Allowance.

The Discretionary Bursary

This is available to students who can evidence meeting the following criteria:

• Eligibility for FSM in Year 11
• Unaccompanied asylum seeker
• Young carer not in receipt of a carers allowance
• Parent in receipt of benefits
• Total household income of less than £25 000.

How to Apply

• Applications can be made from September onwards, but will not be back dated.
• Completed application forms should be emailed to KS5Bursary@blue-coat.org.