SIXTH FORM
SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS FOR 2023 ENTRY
Please note that all applications for scholarships/exhibitions should be accompanied by a one-page reference from the candidate’s relevant Headteacher or Head of Department. All information on the reference should be relevant to the past three years. All applications should be supported by and signed by the candidate’s Headteacher. A more detailed report may well then be requested from their current school in support of the candidate’s application. The maximum financial value of any non means-tested scholarship or award or combination thereof is 20% of the fees. Closing date for entry for all applications is: Friday 12th January 2023. Date of examinations and assessments for all Sixth Form scholarships and awards will be arranged on an individual basis.
ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS
PERFORMING ARTS SCHOLARSHIPS
Candidates are expected to deliver a 15 to 20 minute presentation on a subject of their choice to the Headmaster, Deputy Head Academic and Deputy Head Sixth Form. In addition, they will be expected to sit a paper on one of their intended A Level subjects (nominated by the candidate). All candidates can expect to be interviewed by the Deputy Head Academic and the Headmaster.
Performing Arts scholarships are awarded to candidates with an extraordinary aptitude in either acting or theatre production skills. All candidates are required to submit a review of a recent theatre production they have seen a week before the assessment.
On assessment day, all acting pupils will present a monologue of their choice of between 2 and 3 minutes in length. Technical pupils will offer a short presentation on a production discipline of their choice, eg lighting, sound, costume design or masks, complete with evidence of their own work.
ART SCHOLARSHIPS
All candidates will need to present a portfolio of work undertaken within the past two years and, on assessment day, will be asked to undertake some practical tests. Portfolios will be looked at as a department and the content discussed prior to speaking to the candidates. Candidates will be tested on their practical ability, their creativity, how they work as part of a group and their ability to comment earnestly about the subject. All candidates will be interviewed by members of the Art Department and by the Headmaster.
All candidates will be asked about their experience of drama, based on their submitted review and will participate in a practical workshop with the current L6th Form pupils. All candidates will be interviewed by the Headmaster.
MUSIC SCHOLARSHIPS & EXHIBITIONS In addition to any financial award, successful music scholars will receive free tuition on two instruments. All candidates should offer two instruments (which can include voice) and are expected to be of Grade 7 standard or above. On assessment day, candidates will be required to play two contrasting pieces on their first instrument and one piece on their second (and any subsequent instrument/s). They will be tested on scales, arpeggios, sight reading and aural skills. Candidates should bring examples of GCSE work to the interview. Candidates will be interviewed by the Headmaster and the Director of Music. Music Exhibitions Assistance towards the cost of instrumental lessons may be awarded to candidates who have not yet reached the standard for a scholarship but who show real musical potential. The assessment for exhibitions is the same as for scholarships.
SPORTS SCHOLARSHIPS & EXHIBITIONS
All candidates should have reached county representative level in at least two sports or regional level in one of our major sports and, ideally, offer 1st team sport in all three terms. They should submit a CV of their sporting achievements over the last three years and reports will be required from county/representative coaches. On assessment day they will be asked to show their ability/potential, and tested on attitude, tactical and game awareness, leadership, athletic ability as well as sport specific skills. All candidates will be interviewed by the Headmaster.
Sports Exhibitions Assistance towards the cost of one-to-one coaching and/or participation in the School’s Athlete Development Programme may be awarded to candidates who have not yet reached the standard for a scholarship but who show real sporting potential. The assessment for exhibitions is the same as for scholarships.
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SIXTH FORM
SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS APPLICATION FORM 2023
This form should be completed by the parents of the candidate and signed by the Head of their current school. Please send to: The Admissions Registrar, King's School, Bruton, Somerset, BA10 0ED. Name of candidate: Date of birth: Tel. No: Name of parents: Address:
Email: Present school: Since: Please indicate which scholarship or award you are entering for: Academic:
Chosen Subject Paper: (please state GCSE exam board and syllabus)
Sport:
Chosen sport(s): (please provide a report from county or equivalent coach)
Music:
1st Instrument: Latest Grade: Mark:
2nd Instrument: Latest Grade: Mark: 3rd Instrument: (if applicable)
Latest Grade:
Mark:
Art: Performing Arts: Please use the space below for any information you think might be relevant to this application.
Please note: 1 It is a condition of every scholarship or award given that its value remains confidential between the successful candidate’s parents and the School. 2 All candidates sitting for scholarships or awards must already be registered for entry to King's Bruton. 3 Candidates may enter for a maximum of two scholarships/awards. 4 The maximum financial value of any non means-tested scholarship or award or combination thereof is 20% of fees. Further details may be obtained from: The Admissions Registrar, King's Bruton, Somerset, BA10 0ED. Tel: 01749 814251 Email: registrar@kingsbruton.com Parent Signed: Date: Head Teacher Signed: Date: (Must be signed by Head Teacher of current school to endorse application).
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