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Criteria for Music Scholarship

  • 2 references
  • 3 Essay questions
    • Personal statement (< 500 words)
    • Scholarship question (< 500 words)
    • Leadership essay (< 500 words)
  • Student should have achieved Grade 6 in at least one musical instrument or voice through Trinity or ABRSM Valid in the last three years
  • Evidence of solo live performance outside of school

What will we offer?

Our Fortes School will create an environment conducive for a music scholar’s growth. We will:

  • Ensure that the student receives guidance to develop a strong character and become a well-rounded individual
  • Ensure the student has adequate support to perform academically as well as excel in the music field
  • Ensure opportunities to explore leadership positions within the Student Leadership Team
  • Ensure opportunities to participate in activities outside of academics
  • Provide an environment that ensures the student is able to maintain and improve performance
  • Ensure that the student has access to facilities to practise and improve skills

What do we expect from a scholar?

We would like to set expectations with the scholar on performance during the scholarship year. This is essential for the Scholarship Performance Review.

  • Consistent commitment to growth and development
  • Active participation in internal and external activities. For example, the World Scholar’s Cup, MUN, TEDx, Duke of Edinburgh, Internships, social work among others
  • To act as a brand ambassador of the school across all platforms. For example, social media, PR, videos, etc.
  • Participation in school showcases such as concerts, musicals, etc.
  • Participation in the school bands, choirs and ensembles
  • To be in the 75 percentile of their Year Group (for Year 10 and 12)
  • To achieve Level 6-9 in all their GCSE subjects (for Year 11)
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Scholarship FAQs

Students from which Year Groups are eligible for a Scholarship?

Students in Year 9 (British Curriculum) or equivalent in other curriculums applying for Year 10 and upwards are eligible for scholarships.

Where should a student apply for the Fortes Scholarship Programme?

If you are a new student at the school:

  • After filling out the Admission Application Form
    Complete the admission application form to the Fortes School. In the application summary, select the button to apply for a scholarship. You will be directed to the Scholarship Form.
  • Request for the Scholarship Form
    You can also request for the Scholarship Form from the admissions team, who will send you a unique link. However, the Application Form is mandatory in this case as well.

If you are a Regent/Sunmarke student

  • You may apply for the scholarship via the VLE where you will find a link to the Scholarship Application Form.
    Click here to log in.

What happens after submitting the Scholarship Form?

  1. Application Review: Your application will be reviewed by our Academic Panel
  2. Audition: Should you get shortlisted, you will be invited to the school for an audition
  3. Interview: If you make it as a finalist, you will be invited for an interview with the Principal of the school

Finally, your application will be assessed and successful applicants could receive a partial scholarship on the annual fees.

Is the Scholarship only for the year of admission or all subsequent years?

A Scholarship is renewable yearly between Years 10 to Year 13. The student’s scholarship continuation is subject to a termly Panel Review that showcases his or her participation, growth and development.