WE RECOGNISE EXCELLENCE AND OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE
We are pleased to offer a range of scholarships to prospective pupils demonstrating outstanding achievement or talent.
Scholars are offered opportunities to develop their talents within school and are expected to act as ambassadors for the school, upholding exemplary behaviour and leading their peers in extra-curricular and enrichment activities. They make a valued contribution to the rich and vibrant life of our school.
Year 7 Scholarships
2025 Entry Scholarship Timeline:
| EVENT | DATE |
|---|---|
| Year 7 Taster Day | Wednesday 16 October 2024 |
| Application Deadline | Friday 25 October 2024 |
| Entrance Assessment | Saturday 9 November 2024 |
| Scholarship Assessments | Week Commencing Monday 18 November 2024 |
| Awards | Week Commencing Monday 2 December 2024 |
READY TO EXCEL
English, Mathematics, Science, Music & Performance, Digital & Creative Art, Technology and Sport scholarships are available for entry into Year 7 of our Senior School. We are also delighted to offer a STEAM scholarship, a unique opportunity for pupils who demonstrate outstanding achievement in 2 of the following subjects - Science, Technology, Engineering/Electronics, Art and Mathematics.
Applicants for English or Mathematics Scholarships will be invited to sit for either or both of these scholarship awards only if they demonstrate outstanding performance in the School’s Entrance Assessments.
Applications for Science, Music & Performance, Digital & Creative Art, STEAM, Technology and Sport scholarships are judged purely on merit, based on evidence gathered via a range of methods including auditions, work samples, interviews and references.
Applicants can apply for up to two scholarships.
Scholarships are awarded solely on merit and at the discretion of the Headteacher.
Year 6 3-Year Academic Scholarship
ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS FOR YEAR 6 PUPILS
Colchester Prep & High School are delighted to offer 3-year academic scholarships to year 6 pupils demonstrating outstanding achievement in English and Mathematics
Applicants are required to undertake an assessment in English and Mathematics and attend an interview.
Scholarships are awarded solely on merit and at the discretion of the Headteacher.
Scholars can reapply for scholarships in Year 9.
2025 Scholarship Timeline:
| EVENT | DATE |
|---|---|
| Application deadline | Friday 7 February 2025 |
| Assessments | Wednesday 26 February 2025 |
| Awards | Week commencing Monday 10 March 2025 |