Bursaries & Scholarships

Bursaries

The Edinburgh Academy is firmly of the belief that talented children should be able to benefit from an Academy education. Means-tested bursaries are available for pupils joining the School, whose household meets the financial criteria. Bursary awards can be made of up to 100% of school fees.

These are means tested awards and are targeted towards those applicants who would benefit most from this life-changing opportunity. Funds are usually available to support pupils in receipt of 100% bursaries with some of the extra costs associated with school, for example uniform, books etc.

Bursaries are normally prioritised for Senior School years, but special consideration may be given for support in the Junior School depending on the availability of funds. Bursaries are awarded for a year at a time and are reviewed annually, with the amount awarded decided on a case-by-case basis by an external Bursary company (BAL Ltd.) Applicants seeking financial support will be means tested based on the recognised evaluation of family income, including income from relatives/partners, Trust funds, savings or shares.

The deadline for application for fee assistance is early January each year. 

For further details on bursaries please contact our Bursary Department at bursaries@edinburghacademy.org.uk
 

Scholarships

Scholarship opportunities at The Edinburgh Academy are available to both internal and external candidates, offering support and challenge to the most able and committed.

Current pupils, as well as new entrants progressing to, or joining, Geits (P7), 2nds (S1), 3rds (S2) or 4ths (S3) may be invited to sit Academic Medal exams. These awards are Academic Medals and a £100 book token. Further details can be found in the EA Scholarships Overview document.

Pupils can apply to become an Art or Music Scholar. Art awards offer personalised support, as well as a small annual grant to provide financial assistance in pursuit of the scholar’s specialist endeavours. Music Scholarships offer free tuition in one instrument or voice. Talented Athletes gain access to a wide range of benefits including access to high-level coaching; competitive opportunities; mentorship in goal-setting; nutrition and hydration; sports science support and analysis; and individual development plans.
 

Want to find out more

For more information on the individual Scholarships, please download the EA Medals & Scholarships Overview 2025-26 document below. Then complete the application(s) and return to the email listed at the top of the form.