School‑based bursaries / SAC funds: 2025 Bursary Guide

Q: What does School‑based bursaries / SAC funds: 2025 Bursary Guide cover?
A: Eligibility, income caps, and award components for the School-based bursaries / SAC funds bursary.

TL;DR
School‑based bursaries / SAC funds is run by Individual schools. It supports Often SC/PR (varies). Households that meet School-set receive Textbooks/attire/fees. Submit the application through your child's school during the bursary exercise.

Bursary Snapshot

• Status: Check the sponsor's current application window (verified 2025-10-03)
• Administered by: Individual schools
• Who It Supports: Often SC/PR (varies)
• Income Cut-Offs: School-set
• Award Components: Textbooks/attire/fees
• Application Route: Submit the application through your child's school during the bursary exercise.

Support Provided

• Textbooks/attire/fees
• small cash
• criteria vary (example shows PR-eligible)

Eligibility & Application Tips

• Confirm that you fit the target group: Often SC/PR (varies).
• Prepare documents to show you meet the income rule (School-set).
• Submit the application through your child's school during the bursary exercise.
• Reapply each school year with updated income documents; schools may require conduct reviews.

Useful Link

• School‑based bursaries / SAC funds details

Keep Fees and Aid in One Place

Track these awards alongside deadlines and income tiers using our Integrated Programme School Fees and Bursary Planner.