Most attend public schools close to their homes. Things may look good on the surface. But in truth there are still so many deserving children who have not been awarded a scholarship. There is simply not enough money to go round. Generally the scholarship covers tuition fees.
Parents still have to fork out for meals, transport, books, uniforms and other necessities.
Although BMA schools do have an allowance for lunch, uniforms and books for younger students, often they are insufficient. And older students have to find the money themselves. The economic downturn hit these children hard. Some bridge the income gap by getting their kids out of schools and into the workforce. The less fortunate ones may end up in the ya ba or amphetamine trade.