Scholarships

Scholarships at Sancton Wood School

Supporting talent. Celebrating potential. Opening doors.

Choosing a school is an important moment for any family, especially when a child shows real promise in a particular area. Our scholarship programme recognises and nurtures students with exceptional academic, creative, or sporting ability — offering them the encouragement, guidance, and opportunities they need to thrive.

We award scholarships at three key points in a child’s journey with us:

7+ Academic Scholarships

• Who: Year 3 students
• Applications open: September–December of Year 2

 11+ Academic, Creative Arts & Sports Scholarships

• Who: Year 7 students
• Applications open: September–December of Year 6

13+ Academic, Creative Arts & Sports Scholarships

• Who: Year 9
• Applications open: September–December of Year 8

Who Should Apply?

If your child shows exceptional talent — whether academically, creatively, or in sport — we warmly encourage you to apply. We value passion, commitment, and potential just as much as proven success.

The number of scholarships offered each year varies depending on the applications we receive, and all awards are reviewed at the start of each new key stage to ensure they continue to be the right fit for each pupil.

What a Scholarship Includes

Our scholarships recognise both achievement and potential. Beyond a reduction in school fees, scholars receive tailored support to help them grow, challenge themselves, and contribute meaningfully to school life.

Fee Reductions

• 11+ Scholarships: 5–50%
• All other scholarships: 5–10%
  Students may apply for multiple scholarships, but in the interest of inclusivity, no student will hold more than two awards.

Mentoring & Development

Each scholar is paired with an academic mentor who helps guide their progress and nurture their talents. Scholars also enjoy:

• Regular mentoring meetings, including support with study skills, time management, and well-being
• Participation in the More Able Register, providing stretch, challenge, and enrichment
• Opportunities to develop leadership skills as role models across the school

Mentors work closely with students to identify their aspirations, explore academic and vocational pathways, and highlight opportunities that help strengthen future sixth-form or college applications.

Additional Scholar Benefits

Our scholars benefit from a wide range of opportunities designed to broaden their horizons and deepen their interests:

When to Apply

• Applications open: 11 September
• Applications close: 16 January
• Scholarship Interview Day: 20 March
• Offers made: 27 March

You will find full details in our Scholarship Policy.

How to Apply

Scholarships are open to both internal and external candidates for entry at Year 3, Year 7, and Year 9.

Interviews and Scholarship Days are competitive, and applicants are welcome to apply for more than one scholarship category.

External candidates must submit:

• A Scholarship Application Form
• A Registration Form
• The Registration Fee (unless already enrolled)

A separate application should be completed for each child.

If you have any questions, our Admissions Team is always happy to help you understand the process and explore the best options for your child.