Young people who require financial support to help them continue post-16 education can apply to the school for the 16-19 bursary fund. The Canterbury Academy is allocated funding to distribute to students in genuine need of financial assistance based on eligibility.
Eligibility
The following students are eligible for the 16-19 Bursary Fund.
- Students in care, care leavers, young carers, students receiving Income Support or receiving Employment Support or Disability Living Allowance. Students in this group will qualify for a Bursary Fund of £1,200 per year.
- Students in receipt of free school meals are eligible for travel costs to be reimbursed for either bus or train. Weekly contribution is allocated. This is agreed by the Bursary committee.
Other Awards – to be means tested.
- Maximum award – up to £200 for students living < 1 mile from school
- Maximum award – up to £600 for students living > 1 mile from school
All applicants must provide evidence of their household income as part of the application process. We currently accept P60, Income Support/University Credit (Award Letter), Full Tax Credit Award. Self-Employee earnings (Official Tax return), other benefits/pension (Award Letter) or recent wage slips.
You may wish to seek additional guidance from the Government website www.gov.uk/16-to-19-education-financial-support-for-students.