Scholarships And Bursaries
Wellington School is pleased to be able to offer a number of scholarships to pupils coming into the school. These will be awarded to high achieving pupils who will demonstrate outstanding ability, performance and/or potential and bring distinction and commitment to the school through their achievements.
Scholarships are offered to recognise ability and potential in the following areas:
Academic, Music, Sport, Drama, Performing Arts and Art & Design.
Pupils applying for Sport, Music, Drama, Performing Arts and Art & Design scholarships must fulfil the academic requirements of the school.
Scholarships are offered for entry into Year 7, Year 9 and the Sixth Form.
For further information on scholarships and bursaries for the academic year 2025/26 please see the brochures below or contact the Admissions Team, admissions@wellington-school.org.uk or 01823 668803.
Bursaries
All parents are entitled to submit a means-testing form for bursarial assistance. Bursaries will be reviewed annually to ensure the award is still appropriate.
Parents are welcome to contact the Director of Finance with any queries in relation to the bursary application process.
Scholarship Examination and Assessment Dates
| Year 7 Entrance and Academic Scholarship Assessment | Saturday 17th January |
| Year 7 Sport, Art And DT Scholarship Assessments | Monday 19th January |
| Year 7 Music, Drama and Performing Arts Scholarship Assessments | Tuesday 20th January |
To apply for Year 7 Entrance and Scholarships please fill out the application form here.
| Year 9 Sport, Art And DT Scholarship Assessments | Monday 17th November |
| Year 9 Music, Drama And Performing Arts Scholarship Assessments | Tuesday 18th November |
| Year 9 Academic Scholarship Assessments | Wednesday 19th November |
To apply for Year 9 Entrance and Scholarships please fill out the application form here.
Sixth Form Scholarship Exams and Assessments – To be arranged individually with candidates
To apply for Sixth Form Entrance and Scholarships please fill out the application here.
For further information on scholarships and bursaries, please contact the Admissions Team (admissions@wellington-school.org.uk / 01823 668803).
The Process
A candidate must be registered with Wellington School in order to submit a scholarship application. A registration form and a fee of £100 should be submitted to the Admissions Department.
An appropriate application must be made before the closing dates. Application forms for Year 7 and Year 9 are available above. For Sixth Form scholarships please contact Admissions (admissions@wellington-school.org.uk). All applicants should provide a copy of their latest school report and copies of any certificates that are relevant to the application. Any other testimonials and demonstrations of ability are welcomed.
When all the assessments and examinations in each year group of entry have been completed, appropriate senior staff meet to discuss all applications and assessment outcomes.
Awards are made based upon performance in the examination/assessment/interview and supporting documentation submitted.