Cost on top of a bursary place at independent school

[LadyFuschia]

We’re looking at applying for a bursary place for DD at a local independent school, which could be up to 100% of the fees.

DH is concerned that the school gloss over how much extra cost there would be for us, and I wondered if anyone has any experience? What happens with extra-curricular activities, cost associated with sports & matches, materials for art things etc? Are there potentially lots of extra costs that mean we’d end up spending lots too?

Lots of the application forms waive the fee if you are also applying for a bursary. So it may not be an issue.

OP you’ve said what you want - have you thought hard about what your child will offer the school?

They would, for a start, need to be keen to attend the new school.The children I know who have been awarded large bursaries were independently enthusiastic / proactive about getting a place in the face of tough competition. And, if you like, fairly sharply drawn characters - not likely to fade into the background. Essentially, children who, one way or another (not necessarily primarily academically) would be likely to make their mark on the school and pay for the investment in them.

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