Scholarships are awarded as a fixed percentage reduction in fees, usually between 5 and 20%. They are awarded for the full seven years of the Senior School from Year 7 to Year 13 and they are reviewed annually.

Eligibility

All pupils sitting the Entrance Examination are automatically assessed for Academic Scholarships.

Selection process

Pupils demonstrating exceptional promise will be invited for an Academic Scholarship interview the week commencing 11th January 2027. Selected candidates will have a choice of critical thinking questions to answer and discuss during their interview.

Academic Scholar benefits

Academic scholars will benefit from a wide range of exciting opportunities including:

  • Participating in leadership roles
  • Representing the school at curriculum events
  • Collaborating with Sixth Form scholars
  • Specific preparation for national and international competitions
  • Scholar society programme: each half-term, scholars will come together for a workshop and discussion targeted at university or career preparation
  • Mentoring from specialist staff: 1:1 mentoring about academic progress with recommendations on how to widen learning
  • Scholar society open mic: each term, scholars will be invited to present at an informal event for parents, teachers and special guests.

What skills should I have to be an Academic Scholar?

Essential:

  • Convey genuine excitement about current affairs topics, showing your curiosity
  • Offer unique viewpoints that contribute fresh insights to discussions, showcasing your creativity
  • Thoughtfully analyse and evaluate concepts, supporting your arguments with well-reasoned explanations
  • Skilfully answer questions on diverse current affairs topics
  • Pay close attention to interviewers’ questions, ensuring your responses address the specific points raised
  • Deliver concise, articulate answers that reflect careful consideration of the questions asked.
 Desirable:

  • Express ideas clearly and effectively, captivating the audience’s attention while explaining your reasoning
  • Speak with assurance and poise, conveying your thoughts and opinions in a self-assured manner
  • Approach sensitive topics with empathy and an open-minded approach, fostering a balanced and respectful discussion
  • Simplify complex concepts when answering questions
  • Proactively engage with interviewers, initiating thoughtful questions or expanding on points to enrich the conversation.

Apply

To apply for a scholarship, please register for a parent account.  If you have already submitted an application for your daughter, please register using the same email address you applied with.

 REGISTER FOR PARENT ACCOUNT

Fees

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