Sixth Form
SCHOLARSHIPS
Wimbledon High School
Sixth Form entry 2027
SIXTH FORM SCHOLARSHIPS
Sixth Form Scholarships 2027
SIXTH KEY DATES Key Dates for 2027 entry Sixth Form Open Evening 24 September 2026
Y12 Registration and scholarship application deadline 12 October at 12.00 noon Y12 Academic Assessment and Interviews 14 November 2026 Y12 Music / Drama / Sport / Art Scholarship Assessments / Interviews Early November 2026 Y12 Place and Scholarship offers published Early December 2026 Deadline for accepting a place Mid December 2026 Help with Fees The only criteria for entry to Wimbledon High School into Year 12 should be a student’s ability and potential. Please contact Bronagh Preston for further information: b.preston@wim.gdst.net / 020 3123 0856
SIXTH FORM SCHOLARSHIPS
Introduction to scholarships at WHS Here at WHS one of our core aims is to ‘Nurture curiosity, scholarship and a sense of wonder’ and as you move into the Sixth Form we believe this is the perfect opportunity to reward and acknowledge academic excellence with scholarships and exhibitions. These awards give a clear sign to universities and employers that you are a first rate student who has distinguished herself by her hard work and ability.
Scholarships are available in the following areas: Academic, Art, Drama, Music and Sport. Scholarships are not means-tested and are based entirely on the student’s skill and excellence in the area in question. They are competitive and the number of scholarships/exhibitions is flexible and will be awarded on merit. If the offer of a scholarship is not taken up we will not necessarily offer it to other candidates.
How to Apply If you wish to be considered for a scholarship at WHS while at another school, you must complete our online Sixth Form registration form and the relevant online scholarship application form and submit them by the closing date of Monday 12 October 2026 (noon). These can be found on our website; https://www.wimbledonhigh.gdst.net/ admissions/sixth-admissions/ For Music and Sports scholarships, we ask you to include the name of a referee. This referee may be a subject teacher in your current school. If you are applying for Music this should be your instrument/voice teacher. If you are applying for a Sports scholarship, please ask someone who trains you outside school (at club or county level) to provide this reference.
Please note that if you are applying for a scholarship as an external candidate, you must meet our academic entry requirements at GCSE and pass our 16+ assessment in order for any scholarship award to be ratified. Candidates are invited to apply for Art, Drama, Music or Sport scholarships, however, you do not need to apply for an Academic Scholarship. These will be awarded on merit after the assessment and all external candidates will automatically be considered. You may apply for more than one scholarship, although it is rare for an individual to be offered more than one. Please Note: no late scholarship applications can be accepted.
SIXTH FORM SCHOLARSHIPS
Academic Scholarships at WHS Scholarship benefits Academic scholarships are awarded to students in Year 11 at other schools who excel during the WHS Sixth Form Assessment process. They are worth 5% up to a maximum of 20% of the fees. All external applicants will be considered for an academic scholarship and need not apply specifically for one. Sixth Form Scholars will participate in our Scholarship
Expectations The characteristics of a potential Academic Scholar are: - intellectual curiosity and energy; - the ability to think independently, with creativity and perception about a range of issues; - a high level of numeracy; - expected outstanding performance at GCSE (as shown in predicted grades).
Assessment - Online skills assesment - Subject paper - Interview and an opportunity to meet with other students Online Interview (to be held in November) with Head or Head of Sixth Form, and one of your A Level subject Heads of Department.
How to apply / Timeline Please complete the online WHS Sixth Form application form (available on the Sixth Form Admissions page of our website). Deadline for application is: Monday 12 October 2026, 12.00 noon. Sixth Form Entrance Assessment: - Saturday 14 November 2026 - All offers (places and scholarships): Early December 2026. Deadline to accept an offer of a place/scholarship: mid December 2026 - date tbc.
SIXTH FORM SCHOLARSHIPS
Art Scholarships Scholarship benefits Scholarships are generally at 5% but may occasionally increase to a maximum of 20%. The Elsie Eldridge Art Scholarship is available to the most exceptional Art Scholarship candidate. (Elsie Eldridge was a WHS alumna who was a successful artist). Two years junior membership of the Royal Academy or the Tate. A commission to design an artwork for the school.
Expectations Applications for an Art Scholarship are invited from students who are skilled artists and who plan to study A Level art. The successful candidate will be expected to:
Assessment Based on one of the themes you have worked on during the GCSE course so far, or another idea you have had, create a painting or drawing from direct observation, a photograph, an experimental piece, a mixed media piece or a photograph of a sculpture or installation that you have made. The piece should be no bigger than A2 size and may be in a medium of your choice.
• Study art to A Level • contribute to art related activities within the school, such as The Big Draw • attend co-curricular art activities such as lectures, trips and workshops • run an art club for younger students You should send / hand in this work, either with your application form, or when you attend for assessment on 14 November 2026. If you are shortlisted for an interview, you will be asked to bring with you a portfolio of your GCSE sketchbooks and coursework. You will be asked to discuss your work and explain your influences. Do not send all your work with the application form. Please bring it with you if you are invited for interview.
How to apply / Timeline Please complete the Sixth Form Scholarship (Art Section) application form. Deadline for application is 12 October 2026 (12.00 noon). Artwork may be submitted when you attend for assessment on 14 November 2026. Interviews (by invitation) will take place on w/c Monday 16-23 November 2026. Results will be posted in early December 2026.
SIXTH FORM SCHOLARSHIPS
Drama Scholarships Scholarship benefits Scholarships are generally at 5% but may occasionally increase to a maximum of 20%. The Mary Kerridge Drama Scholarship is available to the most outstanding Drama Scholarship candidate. (Mary Kerridge is a WHS alumna who was an Actress and Theatre Director). Attendance at a specialist short course paid for by WHS.
Expectations Applications are invited from students who are highly talented performers or technicians who are able to express a well-developed understanding of the role of performance arts in education and in society at large. The successful candidate will:
• Be committed to supporting the dramatic life of the school • Need not be studying Drama and Theatre Studies at A Level but would be expected to commit to involvement in co-curricular Drama as a priority over other activities in school
Assessment • Application Form: To include details of past performance/ technical experience • Theatre Evaluation (submitted on the day of the audition/interview): A review of a piece of theatre experienced within the last 6 months (max 1000 words) • Audition: Applicants will prepare and perform a monologue of choice of up to 3 minutes duration
Technical applicants will need to produce a portfolio (they may use ICT for this) and be prepared to discuss their work • Interview: Questions will review the audition performance and the theatre evaluation. The applicant will have an opportunity to share their enthusiasm for Drama and related performance arts
How to apply / Timeline Please complete the Sixth Form Scholarship application form (Drama Section). Deadline for application is Monday 12 October 2026 (12.00 noon). Auditions (by invitation) will take place on w/c Monday 16-23 November 2026. Results will be posted in early December 2026.
SIXTH FORM SCHOLARSHIPS
Music Scholarships Scholarship benefits Scholarships are generally at 5% but may occasionally increase to a maximum of 20%. The Katy Chappell Music Scholarship is available to the most outstanding Music Scholarship candidate. You will have the opportunity to perform at regular Scholars’ recitals.
Expectations • Applications for a Music Scholarship are invited from students who are skilled musicians in an instrument or voice who plan to study Music at A Level. The minimum standard expected is Grade 6 or equivalent. The successful candidate will: • Study Music A Level (this requirement
• Play in senior orchestra and/or sing in chamber and senior choirs • Perform in termly scholars’ recitals and attend termly workshops with visiting musicians • Be an active part of music-making within school • Be an ambassador for the subject
is at the discretion of the Director of Music)
Assessment All candidates will attend a 30 minute audition which will consist of: • Performing two pieces, one on their main and one on their second instrument/voice or two contrasting pieces on the same instrument or two pieces in different studies
• An aural test • A short theory test • A short interview with the Director of Music, asking about the candidate’s musical aspirations and interests • The audition is held with the Director of Music and an accompanist
How to Apply / Timeline Please complete the online Sixth Form Scholarship application form (Music section). Please attach copies of grade certificates, references and audition music plus accompaniment to your application form by Monday 12 October 2026 (12 noon). Deadline for application is Monday 12 October 2026 (12.00 noon). Auditions (by invitation) will take place on w/c Monday 16-23 November 2026. Results will be posted in early December 2026.
SIXTH FORM SCHOLARSHIPS
Sports Scholarships Scholarship benefits Scholarships are generally at 5% but may occasionally increase to a maximum of 20%. The Billie Yorke Sports Scholarship will be awarded to the most outstanding sport candidate. (Billie Yorke was a WHS alumna in the 1920s and was Wimbledon Doubles Champion in 1937.) Scholars are invited to inspiring talks with professional athletes and regular breakfasts with their mentors.
Expectations Excellent skills in one or more sports which are offered at Wimbledon High School. The successful applicant will have leadership experience and the ability to motivate others. The ability to work well in a team and a passion for and commitment to sport in general are essential. Studying GCSE PE would be an advantage. The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate:
• Full commitment to team training both in and out of school • Represent School in chosen sport • Weekly commitment to coach younger pupils • Participation in at least one school sport each season
Assessment Along with your application you should submit copies of any certificates of sporting achievement both in and out of school.
On assessment day you will: • Be interviewed by PE staff • Complete a fitness test
How to Apply / Timeline Please complete the Sixth Form Scholarship application form (Sports section) and include a written statement explaining why you should be awarded the Sports Scholarship. Deadline for application is Monday 12 October 2026 (12.00 noon). Assessments and/or interviews (by invitation) will take place on w/c Monday 16-23 November 2026. Results will be posted in early December 2026.
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