The 1 in 6 Bursary Campaign
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A CHS for everyone
Opening doors for some. Strengthening the CHS experience for all.
At CHS we believe education is at its best when it brings together young people from a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences.
The 1 in 6 Campaign is about making that possible by increasing the number of students supported through bursaries and widening access to a CHS education.
One School. Many Voices.
The 1 in 6 Campaign touches every part of school life in the classroom, on the pitch, on stage and beyond.
Today, around 1 in 11 students at CHS receives financial assistance. Our ambition is to grow this to 1 in 6.
Why it matters
Hear from one of our students about what a CHS education has meant to them.
Where your support goes
The impact of a CHS Bursary
The 1 in 6 Campaign: FAQs
What is the 1 in 6 Bursary Campaign?
The 1 in 6 Bursary Campaign is CHS’s commitment to widening access and preserving the inclusive community that defines our school. Our goal is to increase the number of students benefiting from bursaries from 1 in 11 to 1 in 6 by 2030.
Bursaries have always been an integral part of CHS’s ethos, ensuring that talented young people, regardless of their financial situation, have the opportunity to grow, connect, and thrive here. But the impact of bursaries goes beyond those who receive them. They enrich every corner of our school by bringing together students from diverse backgrounds. This diversity creates a vibrant environment where every student learns to navigate different perspectives, collaborate with others, and prepare for life in the wider world.
The 1 in 6 Campaign represents a pivotal moment for CHS. It’s about more than numbers—it’s about protecting what makes CHS special and building a future where every young person, regardless of their starting point, has the chance to thrive.
What is a Bursary at CHS?
A Bursary is a form of financial assistance to help cover fees for students whose families may not be able to afford the full cost of a CHS education. Bursaries are awarded based on financial need and can range from 10% to 100% fee remission, depending on the specific circumstances of the family. A small number of 110% Transformational Bursaries are awarded to looked after children referred to us by our partner, Royal National Children’s Springboard Foundation.
View our Financial Assistance information booklet here.
How did CHS prepare for the 1 in 6 campaign?
Preparation began with discussions with Governors, parents, Old Waconians and staff to ascertain their views on a number of strategic fundraising projects for CHS. A decision was reached to focus solely on raising funds for bursaries.
In addition, SLT led a ‘self-assessment’ exercise and asked the school community questions about our identity, future, and how our history informs our present. An outcome of both exercises was the affirmation of our diverse community as a core strength and reinforced the school’s commitment to being a place where students from different backgrounds can learn together, and enrich each other’s experiences.
