16-19 Bursary Fund
If your family is on a low income or in receipt of benefits you may be eligible for financial assistance from the 16-19 Bursary Fund. This fund is provided by the government but is administered by schools and colleges who also set their own assessment and allocation criteria.
At Sir John Deane’s we prioritise transport costs as these can often be substantial. Our aim is to cover all your transport costs if you qualify for support from the Bursary Fund, although we cannot guarantee this until we know how many applications we receive each year. We also aim to provide support with the cost of books and materials and trips and visits that are linked directly to your course.
The college bursary is now closed for new applications and will re-open shortly for the 2026/27 academic year.
When the bursary reopens, we will be accepting applications from current Year 12s, (including students already in receipt of the bursary) and new students looking to join the college in September.
Any Year 12 students who are not currently in receipt of the bursary and would like to apply for the remainder of this academic year (2025/26) should contact Liz Woods at bursary@sjbf.org.uk.
Full details and guidance on applying for the bursary will be available on this page soon.
Free College Meals
Full details of this will be available on this page soon.
Student Opportunity Fund
We believe that every student deserves the chance to thrive – regardless of their financial background. The Student Opportunity Fund offers targeted financial support to help students access opportunities that enrich their education and personal development.
Whether it’s representing the college at national sporting events, attending international university interviews, or participating in life-changing trips and volunteering experiences, the Fund ensures that no student is held back by financial barriers. With a clear tiered assessment process, the Fund prioritizes support for disadvantaged students while remaining open to all who demonstrate need and ambition.
Former students can also apply to the fund, although priority will always be given to current students in the first instance.
The Fund’s impact is already visible in the achievements of students who’ve competed internationally, pursued elite training, or accessed unique academic pathways.
Students can apply directly through the online form, which is available via the Student Hub on Microsoft Teams or via the link below. Students should provide details about the opportunity and their financial need.