This session discusses the myriad of options when it comes to bursaries and scholarships at Australian boarding schools. If there’s one theme that runs as a constant through any discussion on boarding school education, it’s how on earth do we pay for this? No-one likes talking about the financial side of things, but it’s one of the most important investments a family can make so it’s a vital conversation. Today, we’re going to take a deeper dive into scholarships and bursaries – the options, as well as who and importantly, how to approach.
- How do parents best approach schools? Do parents decide the shortlist of schools first, or is whoever offers the best deal?
- How do schools ensure that scholarships and bursaries reach the most deserving of students?
- Let’s be real… what are the ongoing expectations on the awardee when it comes to scholarships.
- Is there scope for schools to increase the breadth of scholarship and bursary options for our country students?
- Ensuring we explore ALL the options: ICPA, Federal Government
Panellists
- Myfanwy Stanfield, Ascham School (Sydney, NSW) Director Community Engagement & Senior Leadership
- Kate Kennedy, current parent of boarding student (Western Plains, NSW)
- Hon. Fiona Nash, Regional Education Commissioner
- Peter Horton, ex boarder parent (Central West NSW)
- Jennifer Cowley OAM, Facilitator
