Scholarships and 2018 Admissions
Contents Introduction 2 Dates for Scholarships 3 About Berkhamsted School 4 The Academic Scholarship 5 Music 7 The Art Scholarship 9 Drama 11 The Sport Scholarship 13 Incent 15 How to apply 17 Scholarship enquiries 17 Introduction It is the Governors policy to award Scholarships and Exhibitions on merit to pupils whom Governors wish to attract to Berkhamsted because of the contribution they are able to make to School life, be that academic, musical, dramatic, sporting, artistic or as potential leaders. The Scholarship value will usually be 10% of the tuition fees although higher awards may be granted. Exhibitions may also be awarded. Where there is a demonstrated need, means-tested funding may be available to those awarded Scholarships, which can raise the value of the award to a maximum of 50% of school tuition fees. The Incent Award is awarded to talented pupils who would not otherwise be able to afford to attend Berkhamsted; the award may be up to the full value of tuition fees and can also include extras such as school uniform, travel to and from school, and trips and expeditions. Scholarships and Exhibitions are only awarded on entry to Berkhamsted (from age 9+) and thus are not available to pupils within the School. Pupils at the preparatory schools within the Berkhamsted Schools Group, however, are eligible for Scholarships if applying for entry to the Senior Schools (Berkhamsted Girls and Berkhamsted Boys). Scholarships are awarded for the duration of the pupil s time in the School. However, all Scholarships and Bursaries may be withdrawn if it becomes apparent through the scholarship review and monitoring process that the pupil to whom an award was made is not meeting scholarship expectations as set out in the Scholarships and booklet. 2
Dates for Scholarships FOR YEARS 5-12 Closing date for scholarship applications: Monday 16 October 2017 Deadline for applications for additional means-tested funding *: Monday 13 November 2017 FOR YEARS 7-8 Academic Scholarship by invitation Year 7 & 8 Scholarship exams Friday 24 November 2017 All other Scholarship Assessments Sport Scholarship Monday 13 November 2017 Drama Scholarship Thursday 16 November 2017 Music Scholarship Monday 27 November 2017 FOR YEARS 9-12 Academic Scholarship by invitation Year 9 & 10 Scholarship exams Tuesday 20 February to Thursday 22 February 2018 All other Scholarship Assessments Sport Scholarship (Year 12) Tuesday 14 November 2017 Girls Sport Scholarship (Years 9 & 10) Monday 20 November 2017 Boys Sport Scholarship (Years 9 & 10) Monday 20 November 2017 Drama Scholarship (Years 9-12) Wednesday 22 November 2017 Art Scholarship (Year 12) Friday 24 November 2017 Music Scholarship (Years 9-12) Monday 27 November 2017 Peter Gibbs Science Scholarship (Year 12) Saturday 20 January 2018 About Berkhamsted School Berkhamsted School is one of Britain s leading independent schools, with over 475 years of history and tradition. It is a Day and Boarding School for boys and girls offering both single sex (from age 11 16) and co-educational teaching (ages 3 11 and 16 18). The School is affiliated to the HMC, GSA and IAPS. Our Patron is Her Majesty The Queen. School structure Berkhamsted School has a diamond structure that combines both singlesex and co-educational teaching. Boys and girls are taught together until the age of 11 (Berkhamsted Pre-Prep and Berkhamsted Prep), separately from 11-16 (Berkhamsted Boys and Berkhamsted Girls), before coming back together again in a joint Sixth Form (Berkhamsted Sixth). The structure is a real strength of Berkhamsted. In the senior school, girls and boys are taught separately on different sites, but share in academic trips and visits and in many co-curricular activities, including the chamber choir, orchestras, drama, the Duke of Edinburgh s Award and the Combined Cadet Force. At Berkhamsted, boys and girls are able to maintain an appropriate level of social contact that means it is possible to develop friendships with their peers across both parts of the senior school. * Additional means-tested funding is only awarded in conjunction with a Scholarship. 3 4
The Academic Scholarship Academic Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic merit alone on entrance to the School. Who can apply? With the exception of Sixth Form applicants, pupils are invited to sit for an Academic Scholarship based on their performance in the Entrance Assessments in November and January. Applicants sit Scholarship Examinations in English, Mathematics and other appropriate subjects. These are usually at 9+, 11+ and 13+. To apply for an Academic Scholarship at 16+, please refer to our website Admissions section for updates to this requirement based on national changes to public examinations. For all 16+ Academic Scholarships, candidates will be required to complete a written assessment and will be questioned by an academic panel. The Peter Gibbs Science Scholarship is a Full Science Scholarship available for Sixth Form entry only. The Scholarship is offered to a talented student entering the school in the Sixth Form who is aspiring to study Science or Medicine at University. Applicants for this Scholarship must study at least one Science Subject at A Level e.g. Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Psychology. What is the Scholarship worth? The value of the Academic Scholarship is usually 10% of the tuition fees with additional means-tested funding available on application to raise the value of the award to a maximum of 50% of the fees. The value of the Peter Gibbs Science Scholarship will be 100% of the tuition fees for two years. Age Title 9+ The Major Open Scholarships Interview By Invitation Only 11+ The Major Open Scholarships Interview By Invitation Only 13+ The Major Open Scholarships Interview By Invitation Only Method of Assessment Scholarship Examination follows Entrance Assessment Scholarship Examination in English, Mathematics and a general paper including Geography, History and Science follows Entrance Assessment Scholarship Examination in English, Mathematics, Science, Geography, History, Modern Languages and Latin follows Entrance Assessment 16+ The Major Open Scholarships Written Assessment Including the Peter Gibbs Scholarships Applications Required Interview with Academic Panel Please check Admissions section of our website for updates to this requirement based on national changes to public examinations. What we expect of an Academic Scholar Scholarships are awarded for the duration of the pupil s time in the School. However, Scholarships are reviewed annually and may be withdrawn if it becomes apparent that the student to whom an award was made is not making a significant contribution to the academic life of the School or making the most of the opportunities available to him or her. 5 6
Music Who can apply? Music are given for musical ability to those who have attained the academic entrance criteria for the School. How do I apply? Registered candidates should complete the relevant application form on the School website, and provide any additional information requested. The Director of Performing Arts will be pleased to see prospective candidates or answer any enquiries. Pupils are assessed by a combination of audition, interview and a personal statement. The practical audition will require participants to attend a full day s workshop, where they will have the opportunity to participate in collaborative music making as well as perform a solo on their strongest instrument/voice in a concert setting. What is the Scholarship worth? The value of the Music Scholarship is usually 10% of the tuition fees and free tuition on two instruments (including Singing) and Music Theory lessons if the tuition is taken in School*. Applications can be made for additional means-tested funding to raise the value of the award to a maximum of 50% of the fees. A Music Exhibition provides free tuition on up to two instruments (which might include Singing) and Music Theory lessons as long as the tuition is taken in School.* Choral and String are also available for singers and string players at all levels of entry and are usually equivalent to the value of the Music Exhibition. What we expect of a Music Scholar For entry at 9+, 11+ and 13+, we would strongly encourage award holders to study Music to at least GCSE. At 16+ entry, award holders will be expected to choose Music as one of their A level options. Award holders should be ambassadors for Music at Berkhamsted and are expected to make a full contribution to the musical life of the School throughout their time in the School. They will be expected to commit to various ensembles, relevant to their instrument(s), and to perform in concerts and events. Music are offered for the duration of the pupil s time in the School. However, all award holders are mentored throughout the year by one of the music department staff and their progress encouraged and closely monitored. Through a structured annual review, awards may be withdrawn if it becomes apparent that the student to whom an award was made is not demonstrating continued commitment to the subject or making a significant contribution to Music Department activities and events. * exceptions to this would need to be authorised by the Director of Solo Performance and the Principal. Age Title Method of Assessment Indicators of Suitability 9+ Music 11+ Music 13+ Music 16+ Music Interviews with Head of Prep School & the Music Department Audition on at least one instrument Sight reading and aural tests Practical workshop Interview with the Music Department Audition on two instruments Sight reading and aural tests Practical workshop Interview with the Music Department Audition on two instruments Sight reading and aural tests Practical workshop Interview with the Music Department Audition on two instruments Sight reading and aural tests Practical workshop Minimum of Grade 3 in one instrument Minimum of Grade 4 in first study instrument including voice or equivalent Minimum of Grade 5 in first study instrument including voice or equivalent Minimum of Grade 7 in first study instrument including voice or equivalent 7 8
The Art Scholarship Who can apply? Art Scholarships are awarded for artistic and creative ability to those who have attained the entrance criteria for the School. How do I apply? Registered candidates should complete the relevant application form on the School website, and provide any additional information requested. The Head of Art and Design will be pleased to see prospective candidates or answer any enquiries. Pupils are assessed on the basis of the presentation of a Portfolio of work, a practical test and an interview with the Head of Art and Design. What is the Scholarship worth? The value of the Art Scholarship is usually 10% of the tuition fees with additional means-tested funding available on application to raise the value of the award to a maximum of 50% of the fees. What we expect of an Art Scholar It is expected that the award holders will choose Art & Design as one of the subjects for A Level. Award holders should be ambassadors for Art who will make a full contribution to the artistic life of the School throughout their time in the School. Scholars will be expected to attend the weekly club run by the resident artist and complete an independent art project in their own time each term. Scholarships are awarded for the duration of the pupil s time in the School. However, Scholarships are reviewed annually and may be withdrawn if it becomes apparent that the student to whom an award was made is not demonstrating continued commitment to the subject or making a significant contribution to Art in the School. 9 10
Drama Who can apply? Drama are granted for commitment to and achievements in Drama to those who have attained the entrance criteria for the School. How do I apply? Registered candidates should complete the relevant application forms on the School website, and provide any additional information requested. The Director of Drama will be pleased to see prospective candidates or answer any enquiries. Pupils are assessed by a combination of audition, interview and personal statement. The practical audition will require candidates to perform a solo acting speech and participate in a group workshop. The choice of speech is entirely up to the candidate, but must be from a published play and be no longer than three minutes (11+) and four minutes (13+ and 16+). What is the Scholarship worth? The value of the Drama Scholarship is usually 10% of the tuition fees with additional means-tested funding available on application to raise the value of the award to a maximum of 50% of the fees. Scholars are also eligible for free group Speech and Drama tuition in School. The value of the Drama Exhibition is free group Speech and Drama tuition in School. What we expect of a Drama Scholar and Drama Exhibitioner For entry at 11+ and 13+, it is expected that award holders will study Drama to at least GCSE. At 16+ entry, scholars will be expected to choose Drama and Theatre Studies as one of their A level options. Award holders should be ambassadors for Drama who will make a full contribution to the dramatic life of the School throughout their time in the School. Scholarships and Exhibitions are awarded for the duration of the pupil s time in the School provided they demonstrate continued commitment to the academic subject and participation in co-curricular activities. They should also make satisfactory progress in Speech and Drama lessons (if taken). Scholarships/Exhibitions are reviewed annually and may be withdrawn if expected behaviours standards are not met. Age Title Method of Assessment Indicators of Suitability 11+ Drama 13+ Drama 16+ Drama Interview with the Drama Department Audition: performance of a solo speech Participation in a Drama Workshop Personal Statement outlining commitment to and achievements in Drama Interview with the Drama Department Audition: performance of a solo speech Participation in a Drama Workshop Personal Statement outlining commitment to and achievements in Drama Interview with the Drama Department Audition: performance of a solo speech Participation in a Drama Workshop Personal Statement outlining commitment to and achievements in Drama Significant roles in productions Commitment to drama activities Speech & Drama Exams (if studied - these are not a requirement): Grade 2 or above (LAMDA or Trinity- Guildhall) Significant roles in productions Commitment to drama activities Speech & Drama Exams (if studied - these are not a requirement): Grade 4 or above (LAMDA or Trinity- Guildhall) Significant roles in productions Commitment to drama activities Speech & Drama Exams (if studied - these are not a requirement): Grade 7 or above (LAMDA or Trinity- Guildhall) 11 12
The Sport Scholarship Who can apply? Sport Scholarships are awarded to students in recognition of sporting excellence, talent and future potential. Students must have attained the academic entrance criteria for the School. How do I apply? Registered candidates should complete the relevant application form on the School website and provide any additional information requested. The candidate is expected to have representative experience or its equivalent at county level or above and provide evidence of commitment to school sport. The Directors of Sport will invite successful applicants for an assessment day. Pupils are assessed on the basis of their Sport CV and a practical assessment. In addition, there will be a panel interview, which will include the Directors of Boys and Girls Sport. What is the Scholarship worth? The value of the Sport Scholarship is usually 10% of the tuition fees with additional means-tested funding available on application to raise the value of the award to a maximum of 50% of the fees. Age Title Method of Assessment Indicators of Suitability 11+ The Sport Scholarship 13+ The Sport Scholarship 16+ The Sport Scholarship Panel interview with Directors of Sport Portfolio of sporting achievements Practical Assessment Panel interview with Directors of Sport Portfolio of sporting achievements Practical Assessment Panel interview with Directors of Sport Portfolio of sporting achievements Practical Assessment At least county representation or equivalent standard in one of the School s major sports. At least county representation or equivalent standard in one of the School s major sports. At least county representation or equivalent standard in one of the School s major sports. * Berkhamsted School s major sports are Cricket, Football, Lacrosse, Netball & Rugby What we expect of a Sport Scholar Award holders should be ambassadors for Sport who will make a full contribution to the sporting life of the School throughout their time in the School. Scholarships are awarded for the duration of the pupil s time in the School. Scholars are mentored throughout the duration of their scholarship and parents and scholars will receive regular updates on their progress. Scholarships are reviewed annually by the Directors of Sport. If it becomes apparent that the student to whom an award was made is not meeting expectations in terms of performance, progress, attitude and conduct or is not making a significant contribution to Sport in the School, their scholarship may be withdrawn. 13 14
Incent Incent are offered to high calibre pupils from financially or socially disadvantaged backgrounds. 1. They are awarded to enable talented pupils who would not otherwise be able to attend Berkhamsted, to afford to do so. 2. Candidates must demonstrate academic potential or have a particular talent(s) or skill(s) so that they will make a significant contribution to some area of School life. The candidate must clearly demonstrate the potential to reach scholarship level in whichever talent or skill is being assessed - Academic, Art, Drama, Music or Sport to be considered for an Incent Award. 3. The Award shall be up to 100% of the tuition fees, and, where appropriate, will also include financial assistance for the following areas: School uniform and sports kit Travel to and from school School trips and expeditions Extra lessons e.g. Music, Drama etc. if applicable. While most applications for Incent will be received from candidates who are presently in maintained sector schools, Berkhamsted does work with a number of feeder schools in the independent sector who offer awards on a similar basis and therefore will consider applications from pupils who are presently in receipt of means-tested awards of this nature. Incent are given for the duration of the pupil s time in the School. However, Incent may be withdrawn if it becomes apparent that the student to whom an award was made is not making the most of the opportunities available to him or her. Age Title 9+ The Incent Interview 11+ The Incent Interview 13+ The Incent Interview 16+ The Incent Interview Method of Assessment Qualification by Entrance Assessment Scholarship assessments in relevant area (Academic, Music) follow Entrance Assessment Qualification by Entrance Assessment Scholarship assessments in relevant area (Academic, Music, Drama, Sport) follow Entrance Assessment Qualification by Entrance Assessment Scholarship assessments in relevant area (Academic, Music, Drama, Sport) follow Entrance Assessment Scholarship assessments in relevant area (Academic, Music, Drama, Art, Sport) 15 16
How to apply If you would like to apply for any of our Scholarships, please submit a completed application form (available on the website or from the Admissions office) and send with the relevant information requested to arrive by 9am on Monday 16 October 2017 to the following address: Mrs Linzi Wesley Scholarship Administrator Berkhamsted School Overton House 131 High Street Berkhamsted Herts HP4 2DJ In case of financial need, the value of Scholarships may be increased by the award of additional means-tested funding. Parents interested in applying for such funding should tick the required box on the Scholarship Application Form. We will then be in contact regarding the completion of a confidential statement of financial circumstances for consideration. The deadlines for the return of applications for additional means-tested funding is Monday 13 November 2017. Scholarship enquiries All enquiries related to Scholarships and, requests for application forms and applications for additional funding should be directed in the first instance to the School s Admissions Manager, Mrs Wesley, on the following contact details: Telephone: 01442 358001 E-mail: admissions@berkhamstedschool.org 17 18
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