13+ Scholarships and Non-Academic Awards
We offer 13+ Scholarships for academic excellence and Non-Academic awards for exceptional ability, or potential in Sport, Music, Art and Drama.
They are awarded to pupils in Year 8 (under 13 at the 1st September) for entry into Year 9 and are tenable, subject to suitable progress, through to the end of the 5th form.
As well as the prestige attracted to winning an award, there is a considerable benefit to parents in a fee reduction which is generally in the range of 10%-50% of fees paid. If the financial amount of a scholarship is insufficient to allow a pupil to attend King’s, parents can apply for a means-tested bursary to supplement the award.
Candidates may apply for more than one award: a child may, for example, receive both a sporting award and an academic scholarship or exhibition.
13+ Academic Scholarships and Exhibitions
We offer 13+ Scholarships for all round academic excellence. An exhibition is a minor award which may be given to a child with a high level of potential in either Mathematics or English, or who is close to scholarship level.
The 13+ Scholarships are held in January. Candidates sit a Mathematics test, English test and complete a Science practical. They also have an interview and attention is paid to a report from their current school.
Candidates interested in applying, are invited to complete the Registration Form which should be sent to the Admissions Office.
Following the assessments, individual letters will be written to all families either offering an award or a full fees place.
13+ Sport Awards
13+ Sports Award trials take place in January. The children will take part in a range of sporting activities, including running, ball skills and specific game skills in our major sports of Rugby, Hockey, and Cricket (Boys) and Netball, Rounders, and Hockey (Girls). Awards will be made for outstanding achievement and potential. In general potential to reach county level will be expected. Applicants must also have a written reference and a record of recent achievement.
Award holders will be expected to display a high level of commitment and motivation.
Candidates interested in applying, are invited to complete the Registration Form which should be sent to the Admissions Office.
13+ Music Awards
13+ Music Awards auditions are held in January. Successful candidates at 13+ will not be expected to have passed any particular grade examination, but the equivalent of Grade 3 and above would be a useful guideline
Candidates will be asked to play two contrasting pieces on their principal instrument and one on any other instrument. Candidates should also be prepared to sing their favourite song.
Music Award holders are expected to contribute fully to the choirs, orchestra and ensembles in the school.
Candidates interested in applying, are invited to complete the Registration Form which should be sent to the Admissions Office.
13+ Drama Awards
13+ Drama Award auditions are held in January. Candidates are expected to perform a prepared piece, perform an unseen piece and finally improvise based on a given theme. Following the audition candidates will have an informal interview.
We expect drama award holders to participate in a range of productions. In addition to fees remission, free StageSchool places are available to award holders.
Combined Dance and Drama Awards are also available to exceptional candidates
Candidates interested in applying, are invited to complete the Registration Form which should be sent to the Admissions Office.
13+ Art Awards
13+ Art Award trials are held in January. Candidates should bring a portfolio of recent work with them. They will be asked to show their work and should be prepared to discuss it during a brief, informal interview. Candidates will also be asked to complete a practical assignment on the day of the interview.
Candidates interested in applying, are invited to complete the Registration Form which should be sent to the Admissions Office.