Millfield Foundation

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About Millfield Foundation

The Millfield Foundation is rooted in the philanthropic tradition of Millfield School, established by 'Boss' Meyer in 1935. Its mission is to fund transformational bursaries and scholarships that enable talented, ambitious children from diverse and financially disadvantaged backgrounds to access a life-changing education at this leading independent school in Somerset. The Foundation believes that financial barriers should not hinder brilliance, and it focuses on cultivating excellence and inclusivity through needs-based bursaries and ability-based scholarships. It exclusively supports individual students—primarily children and young people facing significant financial need—by funding school fees for day or boarding places at Millfield Prep, Senior, or Sixth Form.

What Millfield Foundation funds

The Foundation funds school fees for day or boarding places at Millfield Prep, Senior, and Sixth Form. It supports talent scholarships for exceptional academic, sporting, or creative potential, as well as means-tested bursaries. The focus is on transformative impact on social mobility and enriching the school’s community. There are no geographic restrictions, provided attendance is at Millfield in Somerset. The Foundation prioritises children and young people from financially disadvantaged backgrounds who demonstrate ambition and talent.

Who can apply

Eligibility is limited to individual families with children seeking a place at Millfield School. Applicants must register through Millfield’s admissions process; the Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications from charities or external entities. There are no geographic or religious restrictions. The Foundation prioritises families facing significant financial need, and children with exceptional academic, sporting, or creative potential are considered for talent scholarships.

What Millfield Foundation doesn't fund

The Foundation does not fund external charities, projects, capital costs, or any education outside Millfield School. It also does not accept unsolicited applications from organisations or entities other than individual families going through the school’s admissions process.

How they like to fund

The Foundation provides fee support directly to Millfield School through means-tested bursaries and talent scholarships. It does not accept unsolicited applications from charities; all funding is directed through the school’s admissions process for individual students.

How much does Millfield Foundation give?

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Frequently asked questions

How much funding does Millfield Foundation provide?

Grant amounts vary. Contact Millfield Foundation directly for current funding levels.

Where does Millfield Foundation fund charities?

Millfield Foundation funds charities operating in the UK.

Does Millfield Foundation accept unsolicited applications?

Millfield Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications.

How do I apply for funding from Millfield Foundation?

Millfield Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation. A fit check still tells you whether your work aligns with their published remit.