16-19 Bursary

16-19 Bursary

What is the 16-19 Bursary Scheme?

The 16 to 19 Bursary Fund provides financial help to young people aged 16 to 19 who face financial barriers to participating in education or training.

Am I eligible?

If you are in Y12-14 in a North Tyneside sixth form in September, you could be eligible for up to £1200 per year if you meet one of the criteria below:

• In care.
• Left care having been in care for a minimum of 3 months from the age of 14.
• In receipt of Income Support (or Universal Credit).
• In receipt of both Employment and Support Allowance (or Universal Credit) and Disability Living Allowance or Personal Independence Payment.

Discretionary bursaries are also available; the amount available depends on individual circumstances. 

The eligibility criteria for these include:

• Eligible for Free School Meals.
• A family in receipt of Tax/Universal Credit.
• Families with low household income.

How do I apply?

• Paper copies of the application are available from Miss Potts in the Post 16 Office.
• Applications can also be completed online here.