Academic Scholarships
Academic Scholarships are offered at 11+, 13+ &16+. There is much competition for Scholarship places but they offer only a small amount of financial help - the reward is through recognition of the Scholars' contribution to their area of excellence within the School.
Academic Scholarship Interview Dates
11+ and 13+ prospective candidates whose performance in the Entrance Examinations (see above for details) is deemed worthy of consideration for an Academic Scholarship will be invited for an online interview with a senior member of staff and the Master of Scholars.
Scholarship interviews are by invitation only and candidates selected for scholarship interview will be informed by Friday 22nd January. The online interviews will be scheduled for the week commencing 25th January 2021.
16+ Academic Scholarship Examination and Interviews will be held on Tuesday 26th January 2021.
Music Scholarships are offered at 11+, 13+ and 16+.
Auditions for 11+, 13+ and 16+ Music Scholarships will take place by invitation between Monday 18th January - Friday 29th January
Full details are available from the
Director of Music.
Art Scholarships are offered at 13+ and 16+, Textiles Scholarships are also offered at 16+.
Scholarship interviews: 22 January 2021 (13+ & 16+)
Drama Scholarships are offered at 13+ and 16+.
Auditions for 13+ and 16+ Drama Scholarships will take place by invitation between Monday January 18th - Friday January 29th
Sports Scholarships are offered at 13+ and 16+ assessment days are held prior to pupils sitting entrance examinations. Talented sportsmen and women are invited to apply to attend the assessment days but all candidates are required to meet the necessary academic standard for entry to the school. The Directors of Sport can give more information.
Sports Scholarships Assessment Dates
13+ and 16+ Sport Scholarships will take place by invitation between Monday 18th January - Friday 29th January 2021. During this period socially distanced assessments of candidates will take place involving interview, fitness testing and sports specific performance. If not practically possible then video evidence or coach testimonials will be considered
The following awards are usually made annually:
11+ 4 Academic Awards,1 Music Award
13+ 6 Academic Awards, 2 Music Awards, up to 2 Art Awards and up to 4 Sports Awards
16+ 6 Academic Awards, 2 Music Awards, up to 2 Art Awards and up to 5 Sports Awards
Please complete the online Scholarship Application Form if you would like to apply for a Bromsgrove Scholarship.
Foundation Scholarships are available at 11+ and 13+. These awards only operate in respect of day places and preference is given to candidates from Bromsgrove and the surrounding area. Foundation Scholarships are awarded to very able pupils in need of financial assistance. The maximum award is 50% of the day fee, which can be augmented by a means-tested bursary. Candidates wishing to be considered for a Foundation Scholarship should apply in writing to the Assistant Head in charge of Admissions.