Sixth Form Scholarships
Our brand new Sixth Form Sports Scholarships – offering significant reductions in tuition fees of between 80% and 90% – are now available to talented students interested in joining our Sixth Form in September 2025.
The new Scholarships, enabled under the ownership of Inspired Learning Group (ILG), are primarily focused on sporting talent, but will also be available to students who excel academically or in the performing and creative arts.
We understand that in today’s economic climate, the decision to choose an independent school is a significant one for families, particularly in our region. For many, this choice may feel out of reach.
We want to make Shebbear College more accessible and in response have launched a new Sixth Form Scholarship programme, offering substantial tuition fee reductions. We hope this initiative will open the door to new students, celebrate excellence and provide new opportunities.
Mr Jenkins, Head
At Shebbear, we have long been known for our sport, with our biggest asset being the strength of our PE staff, who between them have a plethora of qualifications, coaching experience and playing experience – including an ex-England rugby player. Our sports teams regularly compete at a national level and recent successes include competing at the Independent Schools Association (ISA) National Netball Finals, the National Schools Equestrian Association (NSEA) National Finals, the ISA Swimming National Finals, the National Golf Championships and the ISA National Athletics finals, securing outstanding results.
As a small school, we punch above our weight in sport, excelling in traditional sports like rugby, hockey, netball, and football, but also have a thriving presence in niche disciplines such as equestrian, basketball, and golf. We’re equally committed to expanding opportunities for girls’ sports, particularly in rugby and football. Our Sports calendar is extensive and includes opportunities for everyone – we’re excited to extend these opportunities and encourage all aspiring athletes to apply.
Who can apply?
Scholarships are open to students currently in Year 11, who would join Lower Sixth either as day or boarding pupils in September 2025. Scholarships are awarded on merit and potential, as well as the ability to be a positive role model.
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.