Bursaries

We understand that applying for a bursary is an essential step for some families, and we aim to approach each application with sensitivity and care.

Please read the below information and if you think you qualify for assistance, email us at admissions@dunottarschool.com.

At Dunottar we can offer a very limited number of Bursary assistance to those families who really need the support. To help us understand your circumstances fully, and to advise you appropriately on the next steps, it would be helpful if you could provide us the detail surrounding your interest in bursary support.

In particular, it would be useful to understand:

• Your current circumstances and the reasons you are seeking financial assistance.
• Any changes in your financial situation (if applicable)
• What you hope your child will gain from a place here at Dunottar
• Are you currently registered with us and if yes, which year of entry are you considering for your child

Our limited number of means tested bursaries are awarded on entry in Year 7 and they are reviewed annually. As a guide:

• Bursary applications for combined incomes over £70,000 may not be considered
• We do not offer full bursaries. Parents are expected to make the majority contribution to the fees with a guide reduction in fees between 5% and 15%
• The school employs the services of Bursary Administration Limited (BAL) to prepare the information which is used to make any decision
• If you chose to proceed, we would supply you with a form where you would need to declare a substantial amount of data to BAL, including financial and asset data. This data is reviewed by BAL and BAL sometimes make an in-person visit to verify the data collected
• Dunottar are then issued a report at which point the school reserves the right to make all decisions regarding any applications for a bursary

Please be assured that all information you share will be treated in strict confidence and used solely for the purpose of assessing eligibility for financial support.

Once we have a clearer understanding of your situation, we will be able to guide you through the bursary application process and outline the documentation required.