Scholarships and Awards
Our Scholarships and Awards aim to recognise and promote those who embody the attitude and approach to learning that we value, as well as those with a particular aptitude for a subject or activity.
Scholarships and Awards
Learning at Cokethorpe School is a dynamic and challenging process. We want every pupil to be ready to challenge themselves and to embrace the many opportunities that the School offers. We develop interested, passionate learners who recognise the importance of focused application whilst also being ready to embrace challenge and be excited by new ideas.
Our Scholarships and Awards aim to recognise and promote those who embody the attitude and approach to learning that we value whilst also rewarding those who show a particular aptitude in a specific area. We offer Awards in the following areas: Art, Design and Technology, Drama, Music, and Sport.
Our Scholarships and Awards are available at Third Form (13+) and Lower Sixth (16+). Members of the Lower Sixth can also apply for one of our Leadership Grants.
Academic Scholarships
The Scholarship Programme is coordinated by our two Heads of Scholars. We expect our Scholars to take a leading role, both in the classroom and beyond. In exchange, the Scholars have access to regular workshops, lectures and debates.
Each year, the Scholars pursue independent research into a topic of their choosing, which is initially presented at the annual Exhibition Evening. They then write up their findings as academic articles for publication in the Scholars’ Journal, which enables them to share and develop their academic passions.
Alongside our main Academic Scholarships are our named scholarships, the Allen and Trevis Scholarships (for Third Form). Discover more about our Academic Scholarships in the booklet below.
Scholarships and Awards
Read about the Scholarships and Awards available and the application process for them at 13+ and 16+ below.
How are Scholarships awarded?
Scholarships are not applied for; instead, candidates are identified through a combination of quantitative data (e.g. test scores) and qualitative judgement (e.g. attitude and engagement). Around 10% of each cohort are selected as Academic Scholars.
First Form:
No appointments are made in the first term to allow students to settle. Later in Michaelmas term, potential candidates are identified using baseline data. Selected pupils attend a January Assessment Day, where they complete a general paper. Final decisions are based on a holistic review of all available data.
Third and Fourth Form:
Scholarships are announced early in the Michaelmas Term, based on prior performance. Aptitude is assessed through end-of-year exam results and baseline score data, while attitude is evaluated via recommendation records and any academic concerns. Input from Heads of House/Year informs final decisions.
Sixth Form (Lower and Upper):
Scholarships are subject-based. At the start of Lower Sixth, students are selected using GCSE (or equivalent) results. The Deputy Head (Academic), in consultation with Heads of Department, identifies candidates, who are then invited to become “named Scholars” representing their subject area.
Overall, the process combines performance data, staff insight, and targeted assessment to ensure a fair and informed selection.
Awards
We are a school which recognises and embraces the many and varied talents of children. Our Awards Programme was created with this in mind and celebrates and supports success or the potential for it. Our Art, Design and Technology, Drama, Music and Sport Award Holders are thus provided with opportunities to further develop their talents.
Award Holders are expected to take a leading role in their field within the School, acting as ambassadors for their subject, art or sport. They will receive additional support from the respective department as they progress through the School.
Sixth Form Leadership Grants
Successful recipients of this prestigious grant receive a £750 contribution towards their first year university fees, and a further £250 budget to support an event or activity organised to benefit the School community. Grant-holders may choose to merge budgets, to support a joint venture.
Each year, five grants are awarded.
To read about the process for application, and the qualities we expect of a successful candidate, please see the booklet below:
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