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Hallfield School is delighted to offer a limited number of scholarships to children as they enter Year 7. Our prestigious Scholarship Programme recognises the exceptional abilities of children that attend Hallfield School across a number of disciplines. The Scholarship Programme extends the talents and interests of scholars through special opportunities outside of the standard curriculum they receive at Hallfield. All scholars must represent the school to the highest standards. Attendance and punctuality levels must remain above 95%, with uniform, academic and behaviour standards adhered to at all times.
Things to note
Both internal and external applicants will be required to attend an academic scholarship assessment day on Saturday 25 January regardless of the scholarship they are applying for.
External candidates who submit the scholarship application form below will be required to complete a registration form and pay a £100 registration fee if they have not already done so. They will need to attend a taster day ahead of the academic scholarship assessment on 25 January 2025, so we encourage early submission of applications.
Scholarship criteria guidance
Below sets out the criteria for application across academic, art, drama, languages, music and sport. The Old Hallfieldian Scholarship is awarded at the discretion of the Head Master to a good all-rounder. Applications for children entering Year 7 in September 2025 are now open and will close on Friday 10 January, 9:00am GMT.
Academic scholarships
Pupils applying for an academic scholarship should be working consistently at an academic level significantly above that of the age expected level. They should possess an excellent attitude towards learning and a passion for academic growth and development.
Art
Applicants should have a passion for art and creativity, demonstrating a strong aptitude and creativity in visual arts, including painting, drawing, sculpture or digital art. They should regularly complete art work outside of the classroom environment and may attend a regular art class in their own time. Successful candidates will have a mean standardised score for maths, English and CAT above 100.
Drama
Candidates will have a passion for drama and creativity. They will show a strong aptitude in this discipline and have performed leading roles in stage productions. Applicants may attend a regular drama or LAMDA class inside or outside of school. Successful candidates will have a mean standardised score for maths, English and CAT above 100.
Languages
Pupils should be able to converse comfortably using opinions, connectives and at least two tenses in the language. They should be able to complete a translation task with ease and also a writing task showing accurate understanding of grammar. Have a mean standardised score for maths, English and CAT above 100 and consistently maintain this.
Music
Music Scholars will demonstrate a passion for music and play at least one instrument to Grade 5 standard. They will have a mean standardised score for maths, English and CAT above 100.
Sports
Applicants will be the best at a major sport in their year group (e.g. football, rugby, hockey, netball and cricket). They will have achieved a level of county standard in one of Hallfield’s major sports or have the potential to achieve county standard. Successful candidates will have a very good skill set relevant to one of our major sports, such as hand-eye co-ordination, ball skills, stamina and speed. A sports scholar needs to display a superb attitude towards their learning, be able to encourage others and display good sportsmanship. All sport scholars will have a mean standardised score for maths, English and CAT above 100 and consistently maintain this.
Old Hallfieldian
This prestigious scholarship is awarded to an all-rounder, someone who optimises the broad and balanced curriculum of Hallfield. They may not be the highest achieving in a single area but showcase superb talent and dedication across the board. They will have a mean standardised score for maths, English and CAT above 115 and consistently maintain this.
