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One or two Art Scholarships are available at 11+, 13+ and 16+, each to the value of a £200 department programme and associated materials. Art Scholars would be expected to have a genuine passion for the subject, be able to work independently and act as role models within the year group. We welcome applicants who work in any media and who display creativity and originality. Art Scholars are expected to continue with the subject at least to GCSE level.

Potential scholars will be invited to attend an afternoon of Art activities in January, there will be a range of materials and tasks to complete. Potential scholars will have a tour of the inspiring Art Studios, meeting current Art Scholars to discuss the range of exciting Art extension projects they have participated in during the year.

One or two Drama Scholarships are available at 11+, 13+ and 16+, each to the value of a £200 department programme and associated materials. Drama Scholars would be expected to have experience of performance in a number of roles and to show a genuine passion for theatre and acting. They would be expected to contribute fully to drama at the school, either by acting or in technical roles. Drama Scholars are expected to continue with the subject at least to GCSE level.

Potential scholars will be invited to perform a three minute monologue for the Head of Drama in January and to discuss the piece, why they chose it, and their interpretation.

One or two Design, Engineering & Technology Scholarships are available at 11+, 13+ & 16+, each to the value of a £200 department programme and associated materials. Design, Engineering & Technology Scholars would be expected to have a genuine passion for the subject, be able to work independently and act as role models within the year group.  We welcome applicants who have an ongoing interest in any aspect of design, technology or engineering. Potential Scholars will be assessed and interviewed during an afternoon of activities in January of the year prior to entry.  Candidates will be asked to bring evidence of their interest in engineering, which could be images or practical work.

Four Music Scholarships (one of up to 25% of the School fees; one of up to 15% and two of up to 10%) are awarded across 11+, 13+ and 16+. A Scholarship includes free instrumental and/or singing tuition on two instruments (or instrument and voice). Additional awards of free tuition may be made if there are boys of sufficient merit. 

To gain an award a candidate must show exceptional promise either by an outstanding ability in one field or by a reasonably high standard in more than one. As a guide, the minimum standards expected are Grade 5 at 11+, Grade 6 at 13+ and Grade 8 at 16+ if a single instrument is offered (though candidates usually offer at least two instruments). Associated Board distinctions and high merits will often be a sign of strong technique and musicianship. We are particularly interested in boys who play orchestral instruments and will play a full part in the musical life of the school. We look for potential, achievement, and an abiding passion for music which puts it at the heart of a boy’s interests. 

Potential Scholars will be invited to an afternoon of activities and auditions in January of the year prior to entry.

Sports Scholarships at 11+, 13+ and 16+, are available, worth a £200 department programme and associated materials.

Although not essential, previous successful candidates have shown the potential to perform to a high level in one of our major sports (Rugby Hockey and Cricket). - Short-listed candidates will be invited to attend Scholarship afternoon in January, where they will 

• be asked to perform our major sports (Rugby, Hockey, Cricket).
• be required to perform well in appropriate fitness tests.
• have lunch with members of the Games Department and watch some of our major sport.

Once at the school, Sports Scholars will participate in the sports scholars training programme under the supervision of the Games Department, who will offer specialist advice and provide elite training opportunities. Sports Scholars will be expected to contribute fully to the sporting life of the school in all three terms of the academic year. Sports Scholars will receive additional exclusive sports scholars’ kit on arrival.