The GDST Bursary Scheme
In 1997 the Girls’ Day School Trust introduced its own bursary scheme to replace the
Government Assisted Places Scheme. This aims to ensure that GDST schools continue to be accessible to bright girls who would profit from a Trust education, but who could not
afford it without financial help.

Applying for a Bursary
To apply for a means-tested bursary you will need to complete a series of forms, available from the school Admissions Officer, which ask you to provide information on your
financial circumstances. The forms should be sent directly to the Trust office who will
inform the school of their review.

All bursary awards are subject to the Head’s discretion. Bursaries are reviewed annually.

Short-term assistance
Bursaries are intended to provide financial assistance throughout a girl’s time in the Senior School. However, it is recognised that occasions will arise when some form of short-term assistance is required and a small fund (the Centenary Fund) exists for this purpose. It is the policy of the Trust to make every effort to help if possible in order to avoid disruption of a girl’s education at a critical point in cases of unexpected family financial difficulties.