Scholarship Assessments

Music Scholarship Information Morning

Join us on Thursday 7 November 2024 at 10:00 for our Music Scholarship Information Morning, where you will have a chance to meet our Director of Music, Liz Regan, who will be available to answer your questions. Sign up using THIS form.

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10+, 11+ and 13+

Music awards are offered to students with exceptional musical promise on at least one instrument. Although some candidates may not have taken music exams, most candidates are between Grade III and Grade IV standard (Associated Board) on their principal instrument at 10+, Grade V at 11+, Grade VII at 13+. Applications can be made at the same time as applying for a place at Trinity. Auditions will take place in January for 10+, 11+ and 13+ applicants. Candidates should be prepared to play two pieces on their principal instrument and one piece on another instrument (if they play one). They will be expected to read a short piece at sight, and to answer questions to show their musicianship. Full details are given to all candidates who are offered an audition.

16+

Music scholarships are awarded to students with exceptional musical promise on at least one instrument. Although some candidates may not have taken music exams, most candidates are Grade VIII+ standard (Associated Board) at 16+. Auditions for 16+ will take place during the same week as our Sixth Form exams and interviews. Candidates should be prepared to play two pieces on their principal instrument and one piece on another instrument (if they play one). They will be expected to read a short piece at sight, and to answer questions to show their musicianship. Full details will be given to all candidates offered an audition. There is no fee for music auditions and an accompanist is provided.

Drama scholarships are awarded to candidates who show a strong commitment to high level performance on or backstage. As well as a passion for performance, successful scholarship candidates will be able to demonstrate a commitment to live theatre or performance, either through productions they have watched or through watching acting in other media, such as TV or cinema. It is expected that our Drama scholars contribute to our thriving co-curricular programme, normally as an actor but also as directors, designers and through creating promotional material. Scholars are invited to attend regular workshops with industry professionals, wherein they will develop their understanding of areas of theatre such as monologue, stage combat, comedy and improvisation (examples chosen from recent workshops).

10+, 11+ and 13+

At 10+ and 11+ , candidates should prepare a short 1 minute monologue from a play (or dramatic poem) that they are passionate about. At 13+, candidates should prepare a short 1-2 minute monologue from a play that they are passionate about. All candidates should be prepared to deliver their piece to the assembled candidates, as well as working on group tasks, in the audition.

16+

Candidates should prepare a short 2-3 minute monologue that they are passionate about, and be prepared to deliver their piece to two teachers in attendance and answer questions in an interview. Candidates are welcome to bring in evidence of their previous work in the form of photo books or portfolios to show at interview. Technical candidates at 16+ may still apply for a scholarship without auditioning, instead presenting a portfolio of their work at the interview.

Sports Scholars are awarded at Trinity to candidates who show exceptional promise in one or more of our major sports. Being a sports scholar enables you to access to elite-level coaching, links with professional sporting academies, and a High-Performance Programme, which encompasses a holistic approach to athlete development, including movement literacy, nutrition, psychology and mental resilience. Many of our students go on to gain district, county, and international recognition.

Sports scholars are invited to be part of our Sports Mentor programme, in which a member of our Sports staff is matched to the individual as a personal mentor, to offer advice and support. They also benefit from a bespoke strength and conditioning programme, are able to use our state-of-the-art athletic performance suite for training and conditioning and are invited to attend a series of seminars on topics such as psychology and leadership.

10+, 11+, 13+

Sports scholarships at this age are awarded to candidates who show exceptional promise across several of our major sports or athletic potential during the assessment days. No previous county or club experience is required but a good understanding of sport would be expected. All candidates who apply for a sports scholarship will be invited to an assessment day, where they will be asked to take part in two different sports as well as some athletic testing.

16+

Applicants at this age will be considered for a sports scholarship if they are an outstanding prospect in one sport or if they excel in a number of sports. On the application form please give details of your sporting achievements, membership of any clubs and any representative honours you have achieved to date. In sports such as swimming or athletics, please give specific details of your personal best performances. Applicants will be invited to an assessment afternoon which will take place with our current sports teams. One of the aims for this assessment is for you to experience our coaching philosophy and to gain a great understanding of our facilities.

10+, 11+ and 13+

The Design Technology Department at Trinity has some of the best facilities in the country and includes a wide range of engineering process, computer-aided-manufacture with laser cutters and 3D printers, heat treatment area and multi-purpose workshops. We have an excellent reputation for success in producing Arkwright Scholarships and students continuing their studies in Design and Engineering related fields.

Candidates for a DT Scholarship should be able to demonstrate a passion for DT and a track record of producing their own independent DT projects. In particular, we will consider the following:

• The ability to generate and record a range of creative solutions to design problems using a variety of communication methods, including 3D drawing techniques such as isometric
• A strong desire to find out how things work and how products are manufactured
• The ability to critically evaluate your own work and the work of others, including the suggestion of possible improvements to a design
• Having a passion for making three-dimensional artefacts from a variety of materials using hand tools and equipment.

Applicants who do well enough in our entrance exam will have their application reviewed by the Head of Design and Technology, and those suitable invited to attend an assessment morning. This will involve an informal interview with a member of the Design and Technology staff and a design and make task.

Before the assessment morning students will be asked to send through an electronic portfolio that will form part of our discussions. Further information will be sent with the invite, but it is expected that the will portfolio should include examples of Designing, Developing an idea and Practical skills

16+

Students applying for a Design and Technology Scholarship should have a genuine interest in product design, engineering or architecture that extends beyond their GCSE studies. They should be currently studying GCSE Design and Technology and be expected to study the subject at A Level. Design and Technology Scholars should be demonstrating a desire to push the boundaries of DT projects and be ambassadors for Design and Technology outside of the classroom.

Before the interview day students will be asked to send through an electronic portfolio. Further information will be sent with the invite, but the portfolio should include examples of:

• pages from your NEA to include research, development, and design work
• other work created through design and make activities whether through school, clubs or work produced at home. Any 3D work can be photographed.

You will be interviewed by the Head of Design and Technology and the portfolio will form part of our discussions and it is also anticipated that you will be able to talk in depth about your interest in Design or Engineering beyond the curriculum.

10+, 11+ and 13+

Through the Art scholarship at Trinity we look to further support the development of our students who show an early level of exceptional ability and subject interest. Selection takes place through a range of tasks and portfolio submission. In the portfolio we are looking to gauge the above and are interested to see a range of mediums, approaches to making, and technical application. After portfolio shortlisting, we invite candidates in for interview and to sit a creative and technical challenge. Whilst at the school, scholars take part in termly workshops and skills-based sessions, with both teachers from the department and practising artists/craftspeople. Scholars are also encouraged to participation in annual competitions and receive access to and help in using industry standard software from Adobe.

16+

Students applying for an Art scholarship will have a genuine interest in Art, Design and/or Photography and will have an informed knowledge of creativity through visits to galleries and museums. At this level, we are looking for those with an exceptional technical and conceptual ability. This may be in traditional media, or those seen as more contemporary. Within the department we pride ourselves on being able to fully support technical excellence for all, whether that be in oils or audio and beyond. The application process involves the digital submission of a portfolio of work, a creative challenge which must be completed and submitted along with the portfolio, and an interview. Whilst at the school, scholars take part in termly workshops and skills-based sessions, with both teachers from the department and practising artists/craftspeople.