The Cambridge Maths School offers a Bursary Fund to provide financial support to students who need it. This fund is designed to help students with essential course-related costs and ensure that financial barriers do not hinder their education.

Types of Bursaries Available

16-19 Bursary Fund

• Vulnerable Student Bursary: Available for students who are in care, care leavers, receiving Income Support, or receiving both Employment and Support Allowance and Disability Living Allowance.
• Discretionary Bursary: Provided to students facing genuine financial difficulties to help with costs such as transport, meals, books, and equipment.

Free Meals

• For students who meet the criteria, the equivalent cost of free school meal support is given directly to students during term time.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the bursaries, students must:

• Be aged 16-19 at the start of the academic year.
• Meet the residency requirements as set out in the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) funding regulations.
• Be enrolled in a full-time course at Cambridge Maths School.

How to Apply

Students can apply for the bursary by contacting the Bursary Fund Coordinator ().

Application Deadline

The application deadline for the Bursary Fund is typically at the start of the academic year. However, students who face sudden financial hardship during the year can apply at any time.

Assessment Process

Each application is assessed based on individual circumstances and financial need. The school will review the supporting documents and determine the level of support required.