11+ Drama Scholarships

Process | Expectations | Dates

Assessment Process

Candidates for Drama Scholarships will be asked to perform a prepared learnt monologue taken from a scripted piece of drama. This should be chosen to show the candidate’s physical and vocal ability. There will also be a group improvisation and/or work on unprepared material. Candidates will also have an interview with the Director of Drama.

If possible, candidates for Drama Scholarships are encouraged to invite the Director of Drama to watch them in a school production prior to the Scholarship assessment. If this is not possible, however, it will not count in any way against the candidate.

Expectations of Drama Scholars

Drama Scholars are expected to make an active and high quality contribution to Drama productions, either as performers and/or backstage. As they develop through the College, Drama Scholars will be encouraged to take opportunities to direct or produce pupil-led productions.

Please note that LAMDA lessons are optional and the cost of LAMDA lessons are not included as part of a Drama Scholarship. The Director of Drama meets with Drama Scholars regularly to support their development and ensure that the above expectations are being met.

Every scholarship holder is expected to set an example for the other students in their conduct and approach to academic study, to participate in the fuller life of the Senior School through its programme of extra curricular activities, and promote the school as requested at all Open Mornings.

KEY DATES
Closing Date for Entry & Scholarships
Friday 17th October 2025
General Entrance Assessment Date (11+ Experience Day)
Saturday 15th November 2025
Drama Assessment Date
Monday 17th November 2025
Bursary Application Window
TBC

The number of Scholarships awarded is at the discretion of the Head of College.

These awards are transferred to the Senior School until the end of GCSE (Year 11) if continued to GCSE level. If GCSE Drama is not taken as an option then the award will finish at the end of Year 9.

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