Scholarships
At Shebbear College we offer a range of Scholarships to talented pupils interested in joining our Form 1 (Year 7), Form 3 (Year 9) or Lower Sixth, awarded for outstanding academic ability or a talent and passion for Art, Music, Sport or Drama & the Performing Arts.
Scholarships consist of a reduction on school fees and access to our Scholars’ Masterclasses.
Who can apply?
Scholarships are open to applicants from within or outside of Shebbear College joining Form 1 (Year 7) at 11+, Form 3 (Year 9) at 13+ or Lower Sixth either as day or boarding pupils. Scholarships are awarded on merit and potential. They remain with pupils throughout their time at Shebbear College (including Sixth Form) as long as the expectations of a scholar are fulfilled.
All Scholars at Shebbear College should act as positive role models, showing an exemplary level of behaviour and commitment to their school work. They must be enthusiastic about their field of expertise and willing to contribute fully to the school community.
Key Dates for 2026-27:
- Applications for 2027 11+, 13+ and Sixth Form Scholarships are now open.
- Scholarship application deadline – 9am on Saturday 31st October 2026
- Scholarship interviews and auditions – Monday 16th November – Friday 20th November
- Scholarships will be awarded by the end of term (Friday 18th December)
How to apply
- Please fill out the Scholarship application form below.
- Sixth Form applicants and Academic Scholarship applicants of all ages will be required to take an Admissions Assessment as part of the Scholarship process.
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview and/or audition at Shebbear College to discuss their interests.
- Academic Scholarships are based the Admissions Assessment (11+ and 13+)/ predicted GCSE grades (Sixth Form) and an interview.
- Art Scholars are asked to submit a portfolio and sketchbooks prior to their interview.
- Music and Drama Scholars will be invited to perform a rehearsed piece at their audition.
- Sports Scholars will be invited to a practical sports assessment with our Head of Sport.
If you would like to apply for more than one Scholarship, please fill out a separate form for each application (reload your page to refresh the form).
Apply for a Sixth Form Scholarship
Scholars’ Programme
Pupils who are awarded scholarships will be placed on our Scholars’ Programme, where they will have access to a range of curriculum enrichment and extension opportunities throughout the year, including sessions with external speakers, workshops with professionals in their field and enrichment trips and visits as well as leadership opportunities.
Scholars’ Programme | PDF for viewing on mobile