Year 3 Scholarships

Expectations for pupil

• Follow the Staines Prep Way and be a role model to others in doing this.
• Be involved in a range of clubs to extend learning and develop skills.
• Represent the school/perform at events throughout the year.
• Demonstrate an exceptional ability in the core subject areas.
• Demonstrate excellent effort in all areas of the curriculum.

References

• Reference required from current Head for external applicants only.

Retaining the scholarship

• Perform at the top of the year group in all academic subjects – shown through effort grades and attainment levels.
• Approach all areas of school life with a positive and enthusiastic attitude.
• Uphold behavioural standards.
• Participate in all whole school challenges/ competitions e.g. reading challenge, fundraising challenge etc.

Assessment (Stage 1)

• Writing task
• Comprehension task
• Maths task

Interview (Stage 2 – if criteria is met from Stage 1)

• Interview with 2 members of the Senior Leadership Team
• Tour of the school (external applicants only)
• Option to show a portfolio of independent work during interview

Expectations for pupil  

• Follow the Staines Prep Way and be a role model to others in doing this
• At or working towards Grade 1 and shows potential in their chosen instrument
• Be involved in Music clubs to extend learning and develop skills
• Represent the school/perform at events throughout the year

References

• Reference required from a current Music teacher (teacher of chosen instrument)
• Required from current Head or Director of Music for external applicants only

Retaining the scholarship

• Assessment of effort and attainment in Music and Singing lessons
• Attend extra-curricular Music clubs
• Perform at Music Evening
• Review achievement in Music graded exams and Music curriculum lessons

Interview/Assessment

• Perform on principal instrument of two short contrasting pieces. Candidates may also offer an additional piece on a second instrument
• Aural test
• Assessed by Director of Music
• Interview with 2 members of the Senior Leadership Team

Expectations for pupil 

• Participate in at least two sports outside of school. One of these should be at a high level for the child’s age group. This will be verified through the reference.
• Be involved in at least one sport that is offered as part of the SPS PE and Games curriculum (linked to the SPS competitive sports)
• Follow the Staines Prep Way and be a role model to others in doing this
• Demonstrate sporting spirit.
• Commit to fixtures within school which may be on a Saturday or after school. Inform the Games department in advance if availability is an issue.

References

• 2 references required from current sports coaches
• Required from current Head or Head of Games for external applicants only

Retaining the scholarship  

• Be A team standard (high level) in their primary sport
• Continue to participate in a range of sports clubs
• Excellent effort in both PE and Games as shown in effort grades
• Attendance of School Fixtures

Interview/Assessment

• Undertake an assessment in their primary sport (if video evidence is required, candidates will be contacted)
• Undertake a variety of physical team-based challenges by Head of Games department
• Interview with 2 members of the Senior Leadership Team

For assistance with fee planning and information on means tested bursaries, please contact the Bursar. Completed application forms should be submitted to the Bursar by the first Friday in December for rewards in respect of the next academic year. Bursary awards are reviewed annually.

APPLICATION: EXTERNAL APPLICANTS

APPLICATION: INTERNAL APPLICANTS