A Gordonstoun education aims to develop the whole student. We stretch students not just academically, but also through outdoor, cultural and sporting challenges that are integral to School life at Gordonstoun.
We therefore welcome applications for Sixth Form Scholarships from candidates with skills in any one or more of the above areas. The following Sixth Form Scholarships and Bursaries are available:
Academic Scholarships
We shall assess candidates on the basis of:
Headteacher's report
We shall select potential candidates after receiving and studying reports from their Headteachers.
We expect evidence of candidates' ability to embark on a two-year Sixth Form course with the prospect of obtaining at least three very good passes at A-Level.
Successful candidates will be invited to Gordonstoun on Friday and Saturday, 21 and 22 January 2011 for the written examination and interview.
Written examination
This is in three parts. Each candidate will take written papers in English and Mathematics. Copies of past papers are not available.
Interview
Candidates will be interviewed by senior members of Gordonstoun staff. They will also be asked to complete practical problem-solving exercises.
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Scholarships in Art, Design Technology, Drama, Information Technology, Music and Sport
Candidates must meet criteria specific to each of these subjects. The criteria are detailed here.
All candidates must show that they are suitable for a Gordonstoun education. They must also have:
- pronounced talent; and
- a high level of achievement in one of these fields:
- Art
- Design Technology
- Drama
- Information Technology
- Music
- Sport
Candidates do not have to sit the academic scholarship papers. They must, however:
- submit a report from their current school; and
- attend an interview at Gordonstoun.
We shall offer successful candidates a place provided they obtain satisfactory GCSE grades.
They will also be expected to have the potential to make a major contribution to School life.
Interviews and music auditions will take place at Gordonstoun on Friday and Saturday, 21 and 22 January 2011.
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All-Round Scholarships
These are for candidates who demonstrate a high level of ability and potential in several areas, based on interview and a report from their current Head Teacher. All-round applicants also take examination papers in English and Maths.
Candidates may apply for an All-Round Scholarship as well as an Academic Scholarship or one of those awarded for specialist skills eg music, sport, drama etc.
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Bursaries for children of Royal Navy or Merchant Navy Personnel
Bursaries in this category may be available through the Heath Jary Sheridan Paterson Trust.
Candidates do not have to sit the academic scholarship papers. They must, however:
- submit a report from their current school; and
- attend an interview at Gordonstoun.
It may be possible to augment Bursaries. This depends on candidates' financial circumstances.
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Externally funded Scholarships
External Charitable Trusts have provided funding for:
Parents and candidates may not apply for these awards.
Rather, we may propose to the Charitable Foundation candidates competing for other Scholarships and who have taken the Scholarship examination papers.
Candidates showing outstanding leadership qualities
Each Scholarship covers up to half the School fees. However the Trust will decide exact amounts after examining financial statements made by the parents of nominated and approved candidates.
Candidates taking Science at A-Level
These are to the value of 50% of the day fee or approximately 25% of the boarding fee.
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How to apply
Application forms are available from:
The Admissions Secretary
Gordonstoun School
Elgin
Moray
IV30 5RF.
The Sixth Form Scholarship application form will be available soon.
The final date for returning application forms is Friday 7 January 2011.
Each candidate or their parents should inform the candidate's present Headteacher before proceeding with an application.
Further information is available from the Director of Admissions or the Admissions Secretary:
Telephone: 01343 837829
Fax: 01343 837808
Email: admissions@gordonstoun.org.uk
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