Bursary Information
At St Aidan's & St Anthony's Sixth Form, financial support is available to help students overcome barriers to education and participate fully in sixth form life.
Who Can Apply?
Students may be eligible for support through the 16–19 Bursary Fund if they:
- Are in care or a care leaver
- Come from a household with an income of £38,763 or below
- Receive certain benefits in their own right
What Can the Bursary Help With?
Funding may be used to support:
- Travel costs to and from sixth form
- Essential books, stationery, equipment and course materials
- Uniform, specialist clothing or equipment required for study
- Educational visits and compulsory trips
- Other costs associated with attending sixth form
How to Apply
New for September 2026, we have moved to an online platform for bursary applications and requests. Please use the link below to complete the application form.
Applications must be submitted through the appropriate Applicaa Bursary16+ portal.
St. Aidan’s students (Boys)
Students enrolled at St. Aidan’s Catholic Academy should apply via the Boys’ school bursary portal: https://staidansbursary.applicaa.com/bursary16
St. Anthony’s students (Girls)
Students enrolled at St. Anthony’s Girls’ Catholic Academy should apply via the Girls’ school bursary portal:
https://stanthonysbursary.applicaa.com/Bursary16
Evidence Required
Depending on your circumstances, you may be asked to provide:
- Universal Credit or benefit statements
- Tax Credit Award Notices
- P60s or payslips
- Evidence of care status
- Other proof of household income
Conditions of Support
Students receiving bursary support are expected to:
- Maintain good attendance and punctuality
- Engage fully with their studies
- Use funds for the agreed educational purpose
Further Information
All applications are assessed individually, and awards are subject to available funding and eligibility criteria. If you have any questions or require assistance with your application, please contact Mrs Purdy (Apurdy@staga.co.uk).