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CONTENTS

Scholarship Overview

Academic Scholarships

Art Scholarships

Design, Technology & Engineering Scholarships

Drama Scholarships

Music Scholarships

Sport Scholarships

All-Rounder Scholarships

Next Steps

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SCHOLARSHIP OVERVIEW

Scholarships are the highest awards, granted at the Headmaster’s discretion,

to those displaying excellence in the scholarship assessments.

The scholarship categories are outlined in detail on the following pages.

Please note that, in addition to receiving reports and feedback from their

current school, all candidates will be expected to undertake the following:

• An online aptitude test

• An interview with the Headmaster or a member of the School’s

Management Team

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ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS

The award of an Academic Scholarship is based upon the candidate’s

performance in the following assessments, in addition to those common to

all applications:

• Standardised tests based on the national curriculum in:

• English

• Mathematics

• Science

• A written essay in response to a philosophical question, demonstrating

capacity for creativity and critical thinking.

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ART SCHOLARSHIPS

Art Scholarships are awarded for outstanding performance in the visual

arts. Candidates will be required to produce a piece of work on the day of

interview, which may be from one of the fine art disciplines.

Candidates should also show a portfolio of artwork, which may include

paintings, drawings, prints, photographs, ceramics or sculpture.

Portfolios will be discussed at interview with the Head of Art or

Headmaster.

DESIGN, TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING SCHOLARSHIPS

The Design, Technology and Engineering Scholarships are intended to

identify children who have the potential to pursue a career in these disciplines.

Candidates are required to produce a piece of work on the day of interview.

This can be some design work or a manufactured outcome and supporting

evidence.

Candidates should also show a portfolio of design work, which can include

the rich history of design, an understanding of iconic design, design ideas,

development sketches and/or models, technical skills, craftsmanship, CAD/

CAM work, manufactured work completed outside of school or work that

displays engineering principles.

Portfolios will be discussed at interview with the Head of Design, Technology

and Engineering or Headmaster.

In addition to those assessments common to all applications, candidates will

also take a standardised test based on the national curriculum in mathematics.

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DRAMA SCHOLARSHIPS

Drama Scholarships are awarded to candidates who demonstrate

outstanding creative thinking and can present an innovative and

emotive performance piece.

Candidates will be asked to present a two minute monologue of their

choosing and to engage in a short, improvised drama session.

Candidates should bring a portfolio of work to include any relevant

qualifications gained e.g. LAMDA examinations and evidence of

involvement in productions. These will be discussed at interview

with the Head of Drama or Headmaster.

MUSIC SCHOLARSHIPS

Music Scholarships are awarded to pupils who display musical excellence

or potential. The standard of performance expected is for at least one

instrument at ABRSM Grade 3 or above and another instrument at Grade

2 or higher.

However, evidence of ability and true potential is of equal importance to

actual examinations passed.

The practical examination will last approximately 45 minutes and will

comprise:

• A performance of two contrasting pieces on each instrument

• Sight-reading tests

• Aural tests, to include sight-singing

• Interview with the Director of Music

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SPORTS SCHOLARSHIPS

These may be gained by those displaying exceptional attitude and potential

in one of Sedbergh School’s chosen sports. Outstanding performance in

a single sport will be considered, but it is usual to offer more than one

discipline.

The candidates will be required to undergo a practical assessment in at least

one of the major team sports of cricket, hockey, netball or rugby.

Excellence in individual sports such as athletics, cross country, swimming or

shooting, will also be taken into consideration.

There will also be an interview with the Director of Sport or Headmaster.

ALL-ROUNDER SCHOLARSHIPS

Candidates who successfully apply for a specific Scholarship in two or more

fields will be automatically considered for an All-Rounder Scholarship.

The decision to award a prestigious All-Rounder Scholarship is made at the

discretion of the School, therefore, and not through a separate application.

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NEXT STEPS

If you would like your child to be assessed for one of the scholarships

outlined in this publication, please contact the Admissions Team, on email

admissions@sedberghprep.org or telephone +44 (0)15242 79200.

A scholarship application form will be sent to you, along with further

information, and a date for the assessment will be confirmed.

Please note, assessments usually take place in the October of your child’s

time in Year 6, prior to their September entry into Year 7. However, please

do contact us for alternative assessment dates and entry points if required.

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A World of Futures Awaits

Casterton Sedbergh Preparatory School

Casterton

Nr Kirkby Lonsdale

Cumbria

LA6 2SG

015242 79200

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