Transformational Bursaries | Repton School | Derbyshire

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CHANGING LIVES FOR THE BETTER - TRANSFORMATIONAL BURSARIES

A bursary has the potential to change the life of the recipient, in some cases not only funding the school fees but also supporting other sundry costs such as school uniform, laptop and transport. Many benefactors see this as a way to ‘pay forward’ the educational experience they, or family members, may have benefitted from. For bursary pupils, coming to Repton is often the catalyst which propels them on to university and beyond. It allows them to become the person they truly have the potential to be. Bursary pupils also enrich the lives of the community around them by bringing diverse perspectives and life experiences.

Repton provides pupils with an exceptional education, blending high academic achievement with outstanding sports, music and arts programmes. World class facilities, teaching of the highest quality and compassionate pastoral care afford pupils a learning environment in which they can thrive. Many pupils go on to study at Oxbridge, Ivy League and Russell Group universities, whilst competing in sport at a national and international level, and/or enjoying music, art and drama. Above all, Repton is a grounded school shaping well-rounded and unbounded individuals who make a positive contribution to society.

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“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.”

NELSON MANDELA

OUR VISION - 475 AND BEYOND

The will of Sir John Port provided funds for the creation of a school and for the expenses of ‘poor scholars’, which led to the foundation of Repton School in 1557. This ethos of supporting pupils who show potential but may lack the financial means to benefit from a Repton education, still holds true today, with hundreds of pupils awarded bursaries throughout the ages. They are called ‘transformational’ bursaries because they really do change the lives of young people from less advantaged backgrounds.

This generosity, coupled with the School’s ambition and achievement, has helped keep Repton at the forefront of independent boarding schools. This success is underpinned by a campus which is the envy of many, and a cohort of pupils built on talent and diversity of thought, rather than financial wherewithal. To continue this ancient tradition while shaping the global citizens of the future, we are reaffirming and looking to grow our commitment to providing bursary places through a dedicated Bursaries Fund. As we look towards our 475th anniversary in 2032 and beyond, we warmly invite you to be part of this next stage in our provision and join the many others who have already lent their support to changing lives for the better.

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BURSARY RECIPIENTS

Follow the journey of some of our Bursary recipients...

Yousaf Bin Naeem
Esther Ajayi-Akinsulire
Grace Hindle
Sam Nicholls
Amir Kadkhodaei
Beckah Walton

 

Yousaf Bin Naeem (School 2019-24)

Yousaf joined Repton from a local school, and in Lower Sixth, was given the opportunity to become Captain of Cricket. He rose to the challenge in terms of his all-round self-development on and off the pitch. As Captain, Yousaf held the record for the most wins in a season as well as being the highest ever total run scorer for Repton. Yousaf signed an 18-month professional contract at Derbyshire County Cricket Club whilst still at school, and went on to score two hundreds for Derbyshire 2nd XI, as well as representing England in the U19 training squad.

 

 

Esther Ajayi-Akinsulire (Field 2019-23)

Esther joined Repton Prep School in Year 7. With support from her Music Teacher, she developed her vocal talent and was awarded a Drama Exhibition to Repton, where she sang in the Choir, performed in various school productions and became Head of Field House. A highlight of her time at Repton was the Chapel Choir Tour to Rome. Esther has gone on to study Biomedical Sciences at Dundee University, and serves on the Student Union Board of Trustees as Vice President of Fundraising, working with charities such as Barnardo’s.

 

 

Grace Hindle (Garden 2022-23)

Repton gave Grace a supportive environment where her love of singing could be nurtured. She became an accomplished chorister and a highlight of her time at Repton was the Chapel Choir Tour to Rome where she sang in St. Peter’s Basilica. She also became Head Chorister of Derby Cathedral Choir and, after school, a Choral Scholar of St Edmundsbury Cathedral. She went on to read Music at Royal Holloway, University of London, with a Choral Scholarship for the prestigious Choir of Royal Holloway.

 

 

Sam Nicholls (Cross 2020-22)

Sam personifies the ‘allrounder’ Repton pupil. He achieved a perfect A*A*A*A* score in his Maths, Further Maths, Physics and Chemistry A Levels. He was made a School Prefect and Captain of the Repton Swimming Team, competing at the British Championships 2022. He was awarded a University of Oxford academic scholarship, studying Mathematics at Corpus Christi College, and has continued his swimming as Captain of the University of Oxford Swimming Club.

 

 

Amir Kadkhodaei (Latham 2019-21)

At just 16 years old Amir Kadkhodaei fled his home country of Iran with his mother and one of his sisters for fear of persecution on religious grounds. On arriving in Derby, a meeting at church led to a conversation with Repton School and Amir joined Repton on a full bursary place so he could complete his studies. Having achieved A*A*A*A* at A Level, Amir went on to read Computer Science at St. John’s College, Cambridge, graduating with a 2.1.

 

 

Beckah Walton (Field 2016-18)

Bekah Walton arrived at Repton on a full bursary place from local school, John Port in Etwall. At Repton, Bekah was able to balance her academic studies in core STEM subjects whilst also maintaining her intense sport schedule, benefitting from the extensive facilities and resources available on campus. Bekah went on to read Mechanical Engineering at Loughborough University, where she was a STEM ambassador and British Javelin Champion.

 

IDENTIFYING BURSARY RECIPIENTS

Key to the success of Repton’s transformational bursary programme is our ability to identify prospective pupils, in need of financial support, who not only have extraordinary potential but who will thrive as part of the Repton boarding school community. Bursary pupils will join in years 9 (B Block), 10 (A Block) or 12 (Lower Sixth) as boarding or day pupils.

BURSARY FUNDING OPTIONS

PERMANENT ENDOWMENT

A permanent donation to our Bursaries Fund to finance a Year 9 (B Block), Year 10 (A Block) or Lower Sixth place for a pupil at 100% of the fees, in perpetuity. To cover 100% of the fees and other sundry costs such as school uniform, laptop and transport.

PAY AS YOU GO

Commit to fund a one-off place for a Year 9 (B Block), Year 10 (A Block) or Lower Sixth pupil. To cover 100% of the fees and other sundry costs such as school uniform, laptop and transport.

MAKING A GIFT

There are a number of different funding options open to donors, including an endowment to secure a bursary place in perpetuity or pay as you go for a fixed term. Benefactors receive regular progress reports on the award recipients

If you would like to discuss the options open to you, please contact the Repton Foundation Development Director, Juliet Wolfe née Ryalls (Abbey 1983-85), at foundation@repton.org.uk or call 01283 559248.

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APPLYING FOR A BURSARY

If you are enquiring about a bursary (financially-assisted place) at Repton, please email admissions@repton.org.uk

PASTORAL CARE AT REPTON

We support children and their families when navigating this exciting journey to ensure the best possible experience is delivered at every stage of their time at Repton. As such, our pastoral team are a crucial part of the journey when joining Repton and are ever-present throughout the education of every child. Their role extends to supporting families – answering questions across all aspects of school and boarding life, which may be unfamiliar to those looking to join a thriving boarding community.

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CONTACT DETAILS

The Repton Foundation
The Hall, Repton School,
Repton, Derbyshire. DE65 6FH

Tel: 01283 559248
EMAIL

OFFICERS

Ms Juliet Wolfe (née Ryalls)
Development Director – Repton Foundation
foundation@repton.org.uk / 01283 559248

FOUNDATION BOARD OF TRUSTEES
  • Trustee and Chairman (Governor): Mr M J C Needham (Priory 1980-85)
  • Trustee (Chair of Governors): Mr E M Shires
  • Trustee (Governor): Mr A J Churchill (Priory 1982-87)
  • Trustee (Governor): Mr N C Walford (Brook 1969-74)
  • Trustee (Governor): Mr M A Casini (Mitre 1976-80)
  • Trustee: Mr S J Rush

FOUNDATION BOARD PRESIDENTS:

  • President: Mr R M Kirkland DL (Orchard 1959-64)
  • Vice President: Mr R A Litchfield (Brook 1960-65)
  • President Emeritus: Brigadier C E Wilkinson CBE, TD, DL (Cross 1946-49)

FOUNDATION BOARD EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS:

  • Headmaster Repton School: Mr M J Semmence
  • Development Director Repton Foundation: Ms J Wolfe (née Ryalls) (Abbey 1983-85)
  • Chief Operating Officer Repton School: Mrs Sarah Greig
  • Clerk to the Governors Repton School: Mrs R Mair


Registered charity number - 1067418