Scholarships at Framlingham College
FOR SEPTEMBER 2026 ENTRY
“It is a wonderful thing if a child has talent, ambition and a hunger to develop further. At Framlingham, we provide the right environment for these talents to flourish.”
From the Principal
At Framlingham, we are interested in uncovering genuine scholarliness. We want our Scholars to demonstrate excellence and commitment, curiosity and a spirit of inquiry. We are looking for a genuine hunger to develop knowledge and understanding, and a willingness to promote the joy to be found in learning different skills.
Scholarships at Framlingham College are highly sought after because of the outstanding pathways that we provide for our Scholars. These pathways offer opportunities for mentoring, enrichment and extension in all fields. We challenge our Scholars and encourage them to question the status quo. We instil in them a profound sense of purpose and whole-hearted commitment. In return we expect our Scholars to push themselves as far they can go, to set the example, inspire others and be ambassadors for the College in all that they do.
It is a wonderful thing if a child has talent, ambition and a hunger to develop further. At Framlingham, we provide the right environment for these talents to flourish and we are delighted, every year, to welcome new Scholars to the College.
Louise North PRINCIPAL
Scholarships are available at the following age groups:
Scholarships Notes
1. There is an expectation that Scholars will remain in the College for the entirety of their education.
2. Once a pupil has been awarded a scholarship, it will be reviewed annually. Continuity of the Scholarship is dependent on a successful review.
3. Scholarships do not automatically continue beyond the period stated below. Scholars at 11+ must reapply for a 13+ Scholarship and scholars at 13+ must reapply for a 16+ Scholarship.
• 11+ Scholarships are awarded for Years 7 and 8.
• 13+ Scholarships are awarded for Years 9, 10 and 11.
• 16+ Scholarships are awarded for the two years of Sixth Form.
4. Pupils may apply for a maximum of two scholarships.
5. Scholarship awards are usually in the region of 5% - 30% and where needed, this can be supported by a means tested bursary. Scholarships and bursaries awarded are off day school fees only.
When applying, please provide the name, email and title of the Head of the candidate’s current school who we will contact to obtain a formal reference.
Once a Scholarship offer has been accepted and agreement signed, the College will then approach referees.
Bursarial Support
• Framlingham College is committed to widening access to its education. We believe in offering bursarial support for pupils who have significant potential and whom we believe would benefit from and thrive in a Framlingham College education, but whose financial circumstances prevent them from taking up their place.
• If would like to apply for a bursary alongside this scholarship application, please tick the relevant box on the scholarship application form and you will be sent our Financial Circumstances Form to complete. Please note, you will need to register your child and pay the registration fee before we can send you the Financial Circumstances Form.
• If a pupil is withdrawn before the completion of the scholarship period, the College reserves the right to request repayment of the value of the award for the period from the commencement of the scholarship to the date of withdrawal.
• Scholarships and bursaries awarded are off day school fees only.
• Pembroke Award
The College has six Pembroke bursary recipients at any one time. This bursary gives 100% remission of day fees. It is means tested and is awarded at the discretion of the College usually to a pupil joining our Sixth Form. It cannot be applied for. Recipients must be scholars who live in Suffolk, Norfolk or Essex whose financial circumstances are such that a Framlingham College education is out of reach.
Important Scholarship Dates
11+ Entry
11+ Scholarship Application Deadline Friday 02 January 2026 at 16.00
11+ Scholarship Assessment Date w/c Monday 26 January 2026
13+ Entry
13+ Scholarship Application Deadline Monday 01 December 2025 at 16.00
13+ Scholarship Assessment Date w/c Monday 12 January 2026
16+ Entry
16+ Scholarship Application Deadline Friday 10 October 2025 at 16.00
16+ Scholarship Assessment Date w/c Monday 10 November 2025
Communication of awards and feedback of the candidates’ performances will be communicated by email approximately 4 weeks after the last assessment.
Albert Memorial Scholarship
ALBERT SCHOLARSHIP CRITERIA
13+ and 16+
• The Albert Memorial Scholarship is awarded by the College to a scholar who has shown exceptional ability in two scholarship pathways, one of which has to be Academic.
This is awarded at the discretion of the College and cannot be applied for.
Academic Scholarship
ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS CRITERIA
11+ and 13+
• Candidates will sit two tests, one in English and one in Maths.
• Candidates will participate in a selection of group problem-solving exercises.
• Candidates will be interviewed by a senior member of staff about their personal statement and interests.
16+
• Candidates will sit two 60 minute written examinations in two of their selected Sixth Form subjects.
• Candidates will be interviewed by a relevant Head of Department, and a senior member of staff.
Academic Scholars' Pathway
• Mentoring: The Head of Academic Enrichment mentors the Academic Scholars, meeting regularly with them to check progress and support them in their study and research. Additional contact within departments will support students to further explore and immerse themselves in their subjects of interest.
• The Oxbridge mentor oversees all Oxbridge applications. Year 12 pupils who are considering applying for Oxford or Cambridge will learn about the application process, attend subject-related seminars and experience life in the University towns of Oxford and Cambridge.
• Academic enrichment opportunities: Scholars are expected to throw themselves into intellectual enrichment such as Debating, the Model United Nations, Book Club and Quiz Club. Engagement in competitions within the school and externally are encouraged, and scholars will have the opportunity to compete in the Ethics Cup. Scholars will also engage with a wide range of guest lectures from OFs and visiting speakers at our Academic Scholar Conferences, held in the Autumn and Spring term. They also have access to a wide range of talks through the school guest speaker programme. Speakers in the last two years have included scientists, programmers, explorers, Olympians, psychologists and more.
• Weekly Scholars discussion groups: Scholars attend a weekly Scholars meeting, The Academic Hub, which is designed to stretch, challenge and broaden our Scholars’ perspectives through a series of ‘dark arts’, ‘crash courses’ and guest lectures. Dark arts sessions provide scholars with a wide range of tools, tips and techniques to allow them to excel in the wider world, in areas such as debating, public speaking, research and more. Crash courses give academic scholars opportunities to develop new skills and engage with new activities, from the more practical (for example crash courses in coding) to the more cultural (for example, cheese-tasting). Intellectual curiosity and a spirit of enquiry are developed through these meetings.
• Academic Scholars undertake a personal project and are mentored by a member of staff. Academic Scholars in Years 10 & 12 are encouraged to undertake project qualifications HPQ (Year 10) and EPQ (Year 12).
Formal Review
Each Scholar has an annual review. This is to ensure that the pupil is meeting the expectations of a Scholar and to ensure also that the pupil is happy with their own progress and development.
Art Scholarship
11+ and 13+
• Candidates are asked to create a portfolio of their own work created both within school and especially to include work made beyond school. This can be in any media and presented in any way; we welcome work in both physical or digital form. This portfolio needs to be submitted one week before the Scholarship interview either delivered to Reception for the attention of the Admissions Department or digitally to scholarships@framlinghamcollege.co.uk
• 13+ Candidates will be asked to produce some new work on the day of the interview.
• Candidates will be interviewed by the Director of Art and a senior member of staff. Candidates will be given the opportunity to discuss their work at interview, to explore special areas of interest and to talk through their ideas for possible future projects.
16+
• Candidates are asked to create a thorough portfolio of work they are proud of. This should especially include any art work made outside of their GCSE studies as well as their recent school work. Please include any work submitted to competitions or that has been exhibited as well. This portfolio needs to be submitted one week before the Scholarship interview either delivered to Reception for the attention of the Admissions Department or digitally to scholarships@framlinghamcollege.co.uk .
• Scholarships are awarded on the strength of the interview and their portfolio which should include, though this list of media is not exhaustive: paintings, drawings, sketchbooks, photographs, textiles, collage, film, sculpture, ceramics or any other artwork; we welcome work in both physical or digital form.
• Candidates will be interviewed by the Director of Art and a senior member of staff. Candidates will be given the opportunity to discuss their work at interview, to explore special areas of interest and to talk through their ideas for possible future projects.
Art Scholars' Pathway
• Art Scholars’ Workshops run within the department, featuring artists or on location at local studios/ galleries and have included: specialist animation workshop, textile workshops, cinematography, sculpture, large scale printmaking, TV studio augmented reality and pottery masterclasses. Many of our Art Scholars workshops feature group work and enable Art Scholars from across the whole college to work together, help and learn from each other. Art Scholars are expected to attend all workshops.
• Art Scholars’ Trips: These expose our Art Scholars to a great variety of different Creative Visual Arts, for example: behind the scenes at film studios and galleries, local artist studios, university degree shows, university-based workshops and art fairs. Gallery visits form a regular part of the prescribed GCSE and A Level programmes.
Formal Review
Each Scholar has an annual review. This is to ensure that the pupil is meeting the expectations of a Scholar and to ensure also that the pupil is happy with their own progress and development. Discussion would include taking part in competitions, next steps beyond school and recent influences and inspirations. A report will be sent home to parents to confirm continuation of the Scholarship award or in rare cases when progress is not apparent, to discuss the possible withdrawal of the Scholarship award.
Design & Technology Scholarship
D&T SCHOLARSHIPS CRITERIA
11+ , 13+ and 16+
• Candidates are required to bring a portfolio of recent projects, demonstrating a varied and advanced range of skills in designing and making.
• Candidates will be given the opportunity to talk about their work at interview with the Head of Department and a senior member of staff.
• Candidates will be required to produce a practical piece of work on the day.
D&T Scholars' Pathway
• Academic study: Scholars are expected to study the subject at GCSE and A Level (if applying for a 13+ scholarship).
• Trips & Visits: Scholars will attend wide-ranging out of school visits to inspire and inform their design interests. These include national museums, local universities, and the designers and artisans of the Suffolk Craft Society.
• Mentoring: Scholars will be encouraged to spend extra time in the department pursuing not only course related projects but also those of personal interest. Scholars are given extended access to staff expertise, workshop facilities and the design studio outside of timetabled lessons.
• The Arkwright Scholarship: Scholars may be encouraged to pursue the Arkwright, or other design and manufacturing related scholarships and awards, and are supported through the process.
Formal Review
Each Scholar has an annual review. This is to ensure that the pupil is meeting the expectations of a Scholar and to ensure also that the pupil is happy with their own progress and development. A report will be sent home to parents to confirm continuation of the Scholarship award or in rare cases when progress is not apparent, to discuss the possible withdrawal of the Scholarship award.
Drama Scholarship
DRAMA SCHOLARSHIPS CRITERIA
11+ and 13+
• Candidates are asked to perform a short monologue of their choice from a published performance script (not from film/TV). Pieces can be suggested by teachers, but personal selection of material is strongly encouraged. Please email a copy of the monologue to the Director of Drama jrussell@framlinghamcollege.co.uk prior to the audition.
• Candidates will take part in a short spontaneous improvisation workshop. No preparation is required for this.
• Candidates will be expected to take direction at audition, which may seem contradictory to the character.
• Candidates will discuss their audition in detail with the Director of Drama, together with any recent visits to theatrical productions.
• Candidates will also be interviewed by a senior member of staff.
16+
• Candidates are asked to perform a short monologue from a list provided. Please email a one-page CV (with clear photograph) prior to the audition to the Director of Drama jrussell@framlinghamcollege.co.uk
• Candidates will be expected to take direction at audition, which may seem contradictory to the character.
• Candidates will take part in a short spontaneous improvisation workshop. No preparation is required for this.
• Candidates should be prepared to discuss an imaginary production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream as part of their interview. Candidates should be prepared to articulate their directorial vision for this and/or how they might interpret one of the key roles.
Drama Scholars' Pathway
• Academic study: All 13+ Drama Scholars are expected to take GCSE Drama and 16+ Drama Scholars are expected to take A Level Drama and Theatre.
• LAMDA: As part of the scholarship, Drama scholars of all ages are entitled to ten 30-minute lessons per term with our LAMDA teacher. If scholar applicants show a preference for and experience of technical theatre, alternative arrangements can be found with our technical team.
• Productions: Scholars are expected to take part in major co-curricular productions: This can be as performers, designers (lighting, sound, set or costume design) and/or directors.
Formal Review
Each Scholar has an annual review. This is to ensure that the pupil is meeting the expectations of a Scholar and to ensure also that the pupil is happy with their own progress and development. A report will be sent home to parents to confirm continuation of the Scholarship award or in rare cases when progress is not apparent, to discuss the possible withdrawal of the Scholarship award.
Music Scholarship
MUSIC SCHOLARSHIPS PATHWAY CRITERIA
11+
Expected minimum standard: Grade 3
• Candidates are required to perform two contrasting vocal and/or instrumental pieces of their choice.
• Candidates are interviewed by the Director of Music/Head of Prep School Music and given the opportunity to talk about their musical tastes, specialisms and aspirations for the future.
13+ and 16+
Expected minimum standards:
13+: Grade 5 | 16+: Grade 6
• Candidates are required to perform two contrasting vocal and/or instrumental pieces of their choice.
• Candidates are interviewed by the Director of Music and a senior member of staff and given the opportunity to talk about their musical tastes, specialisms and aspirations for the future.
• Music Scholars are expected to display high levels of commitment, enthusiasm and skill throughout their time at the College. They are expected to participate in a variety of ensembles and play a lead role in co-curricular Music.
Music Scholars' Pathway
We run a vibrant and personalised scholars’ programme, the aim of which is to stretch, challenge and inspire our finest musicians, while helping them to reach their goals, through short and medium-term planning and support.
• Academic study: All 13+ Music Scholars are expected to take GCSE Music and 16+ Music Scholars are expected to take A Level or BTEC Music.
• Music Lessons: As part of the scholarship, Music Scholars of all ages are entitled to ten 30 minute lessons per term with a music teacher nominated by the College on a single instrument.
• Individual Music Plans: Each scholar is assigned a musical mentor within the department, with whom they meet at the beginning of each term to discuss aspirations, plan for development and exchange musical ideas. This personalised support plan enables every music scholar to set their own targets and to achieve the standards of musicianship they aspire to reach.
• Music Scholars’ Workshops: These range from being improvisation based, to being focused on performance practice or masterclass style sessions and take place at least once a term. Pupils are encouraged to share musical opinions, and to develop their ability to create detailed and colourful performances. These workshops are run by Music Department staff or visiting specialists.
• Scholars’ Concert Trips: These trips expose our Music Scholars to a wide variety of artists, styles and genres, to broaden their appreciation of music in performance and widen their knowledge of repertoire.
• Annual Scholars’ Concert plus a wide range of performance opportunities for all pupils: These showcases are for the very best musicians in the College to perform as soloists (and sometimes in small ensembles). In terms of location, the scholars concert alternates between our own College Chapel and a variety of beautiful local performance venues.
Formal Review
Each Scholar has an annual review. This is to ensure that the pupil is meeting the expectations of a Scholar and to ensure also that the pupil is happy with their own progress and development. A report will be sent home to parents to confirm continuation of the Scholarship award or in rare cases when progress is not apparent, to discuss the possible withdrawal of the Scholarship award.
Sport Scholarship
SPORT SCHOLARSHIPS PATHWAY CRITERIA
We are looking for sports people who:
• *Pathway 1 - Who have aspirations of wanting to be an elite performer and represent their country and/or play professional sport.
• *Pathway 2 - Who want to be the best sports person they can be in hope to represent each one of the focused sports across the terms at 1st XI level.
11+
• Demonstrate natural athletic flair, sporting ability, rawness and good hand to eye coordination and/or excellent potential (relative to age and stage of development) in at least two of our focused sports (including hockey/rugby/cricket/netball/tennis).
• Candidates will take part in:
• A practical assessment which involves general multi-movements/activities/sports.
• Three practical sport sessions from our focused sports.
• A team building/peer reflection exercise linked to sport.
• Informal chats with the Sport Leadership Team.
• An interview with a senior member of staff.
13+
• Pathway 1 - demonstrate high level potential (relative to age and stage of development) in at least one of our focused sports and very good ability in at least one of our focused sports (including hockey/rugby/cricket/netball/tennis), as well as/or natural athletic flair, sporting ability, rawness and good hand to eye co-ordination.
• Pathway 2 - demonstrate excellent potential (relative to age and stage of development) in at least two of our focused sports and very good ability in at least one of our focused sports (including hockey/rugby/cricket/netball/tennis), as well as/or natural athletic flair, sporting ability, rawness and good hand to eye co-ordination.
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* It is possible to move across both pathways at various levels within our Sport Scholars process.
• Candidates will take part in:
• A practical assessment which involves general multi-movements/activities/sports.
• Three practical sport sessions from our focused sports.
• A team building/peer reflection exercise linked to sport.
• Informal chats with the Sport Leadership Team.
• An interview with a senior member of staff.
16+
• Pathway 1 - demonstrate excellent ability in at least one of our focused sports (including hockey/rugby/cricket/netball/tennis), as well as/or natural athletic flair, sporting ability, rawness and good hand to eye co-ordination.
• Pathway 2 - demonstrate very good ability in at least two of our focused sports (including hockey/rugby/cricket/netball/tennis), as well as/or natural athletic flair, sporting ability, rawness and good hand to eye co-ordination.
• We will consider candidates that are not performing in our focused sports for scholarship given our links to sporting clubs who:
• Show strong leadership qualities
• Show commitment and passion to want to be part of the sporting programme across each term and represent Framlingham College at every opportunity;
• Are tactically and technically aware in their chosen sport/s;
• Are ambitious and driven in pursuit of their goals whether that is being part of an elite pathway (1) or performance pathway (2);
• Are able to communicate effectively with staff and fellow pupils;
• Display potential and the personality to succeed showing a relentless, engaged and brave mindset to want to improve further.
• Candidates will take part in:
• A practical fitness assessment.
• A practical assessment in their chosen sport.
• An analysis reflection task.
• Informal chat with the Sport Leadership Team.
• An interview with a senior member of staff.
Sport Scholars' Pathway
There is no presentation to parents on the scholarship assessment day but following the scholarship day if there were any further questions relating to the individual sport our Head of Sports would be delighted to have a chat with you. Please email them to organise an informal chat about that sport here at Framlingham College.
• Cricket Mr Chris Gange cgange@framlinghamcollege.co.uk
• Tennis Mr Richard Daynes rdaynes@framlinghamcollege.co.uk
• Netball Mrs Lucy Collishaw lcollishaw@framlinghamcollege.co.uk
• Hockey Mrs Lisa Letchford lletchford@framlinghamcollege.co.uk
• Rugby Mr Will Cotterill wcotterill@framlinghamcollege.co.uk
The Head of Sporting Scholars is Mr Cameron Greenhall cgreenhall@framlinghamcollege.co.uk .
The Director of Sport, Mr Chris Gange, can also be contacted for any overall sport related questions or queries cgange@framlinghamcollege.co.uk
Our Sport Scholars at Framlingham College get:
• Coaching and mentoring: One-to-one and small group coaching is offered to Sports Scholars in the focused sport(s), as well as structured weekly team programmes and advanced playing opportunities, including playing out of age group where appropriate. Sport Scholars will be mentored in line to their current aspiration – Elite or Performance based reporting to the Head of Sport and/or Head of Sporting Scholars.
• Competition: We take the time to plan a competition and playing schedule in advance with all Sports Scholars and we construct a balanced yet challenging competitive programme across all sports for our teams. Along with our High Performing Policy we will manage Scholars in accordance with this taking into account representative sport too. We are well-versed in co-ordinating specialised training programmes, for example with professional clubs, within our own existing provision and or when Scholars can’t attend representative training as our coaching staff who are of a very high calibre will work in collaboration with these clubs to support and train up our scholars.
• Support and development: There are seminars every half-term for Sports Scholars on a range of topics, including nutrition and the psychology of sport. Analysis meetings are organised for the respective focused sport(s) across each term. Specialised Strength & Conditioning support which is age group related is available for all Scholars as well as termly testing to help track and monitor
development whilst physiotherapy and sports rehabilitation services can be booked through our Medical Centre. In the Prep school Scholars are encouraged to lead and take an active role in sport. Sporting exchange programmes with some of the leading South African schools are available to pupils in Year 11 for Hockey and Rugby. In the 6th Form sporting coaching and officiating opportunities are encouraged to those expressing a desire to move into these areas which starts here at the College in helping coach on our programmes to gain some experience..
• Focus on the individual: Following on from the coaching and mentoring section - Sports Scholars have a mentor who encourages them to adopt a multi-sport approach until specialisation becomes a necessity. Scholars are directed to pursue courses in Sports Leadership, Coaching, Officiating and other related specific sport courses in order to deepen their understanding of their chosen sport(s). We give each individual Sports Scholar a bespoke programme of sport and development that will give them the best possible opportunity to fulfil their potential but also enjoy a varied educational programme here at the College. This may also involve them in being able to attend and train external to the school at professional clubs.
• The next steps: We have developed outstanding relationships with local clubs, professional clubs, constituent bodies, universities in the UK and the US and National Governing Bodies to offer clear and proven pathways to sporting excellence. We aim to help prepare our Scholars for the transition from school to club/university/professional contract/National representation through everything we do.
The following free of charge 1-to-1 or small group, dedicated training provision will exist for Scholars and the 1st team / A team squad members in our Focus Sports (outside of our standard provision) in advance of that term of sport:
• Each Scholar pending on representative level:
• International / National = 3 sessions each week
• Regional = 2 sessions each week
• School 1st Team / A Team = 1 session each week
Specific references to 11+ (Prep School)
There will be opportunity for training across the school year in the various sports.
Specific reference to 13+ and 16+ (Senior School)
There will be opportunity for training across the school year in the various sports.
Strength & Conditioning (tailored towards the sport(s) the pupil is focusing on)
• 1 specialised session per week (Prep)
• 2 specialised sessions per week (Senior)
• Fitness testing termly
Allsessionsaboveandbeyondthisprovisionwillbechargedattheprevailingrate.
Monitoring of Sport Scholars during programme
Each Scholar will be reviewed continually through the term. This is to ensure that the pupil is meeting the expectations of a Scholar and to ensure also that the pupil is happy with their own progress and development.
Formal Review
Each Scholar has an annual review. This is to ensure that the pupil is meeting the expectations of a Scholar and to ensure also that the pupil is happy with their own progress and development. Feedback will be communicated to confirm continuation of the Scholarship award or in rare cases when progress is not apparent, to discuss the possible withdrawal of the Scholarship award.
Stapleton Scholarship
This is an academic scholarship for Sixth Form only. It is expected that the recipient will pursue an Oxbridge university education, specifically exploring the possibility of studying as an undergraduate at Exeter College, Oxford.
AT FRAMLINGHAM COLLEGE WE CELEBRATE EVERY INDIVIDUAL. THERE IS NO TYPICAL FRAMLINGHAMIAN, NO SINGULAR PATH THAT WE TAKE.
We are academics, actors, musicians, expeditioners, sports people, innovators, scientists, ruminators, decision makers, story tellers, teammates, artists, fun lovers, nurturers and thought provokers.
Often, we are many things within one. BUT WE ARE ALL INDIVIDUAL, EACH WITH OUR OWN STORY.
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