Scholarships and Bursaries

We welcome applications from candidates at 11+, 13+ and 16+ for a range of scholarships that recognise academic, all-round, creative, or sporting potential and excellence.

There are two types of scholarship available: those that carry a small fee reduction and honorary awards. Additional financial support is available through means-tested bursaries and candidates can apply for both a scholarship and a bursary.

In awarding scholarships, we seek boys and girls who wish to be ‘Scholars’ in the broadest sense; extending themselves and enriching the community. Oakham has a long tradition of recognising and nurturing pupils with potential and drive in a variety of fields. In addition to developing their particular skills, we hope that an Oakham Scholar will act as a role model and inspiration to those around them. Teamwork and leadership are intrinsic to our expectations, together with an ongoing commitment to improvement. We see scholarships as a recognition of excellence, not as a means to allay financial need, but the School is determined to allow access wherever possible to the benefits of an Oakham education. Our bursaries are means-tested and aimed at ensuring that we continue not only to stay true to our charitable purposes, but also to allow life-changing opportunities when our funds allow. Our scholarships therefore carry a limited fee remission, with an option to apply for additional bursary funds thereafter.

ARKWRIGHT SCHOLARSHIPS FOR SIXTH FORM ENTRANTS

Oakham is affiliated with the Arkwright Scholarships Trust, a national award scheme for pupils wishing to study Design and Technology and/or Maths at an advanced level.

A detailed information leaflet on Scholarships and Bursaries is available from the Admissions Office. Please contact our Admissions team for further information on: T: 01572 758758 E: admissions@oakham.rutland.sch.uk

SCHOLARSHIPS ENTRY POINTS

Academic

All-Rounder

Art

Design and Technology

Drama

Music

Sport

11+ (Lower School)

Candidates must be under 12 on 1 September of the proposed year of entry

13+ (Middle School)

Candidates must be under 14 on 1 September of the proposed year of entry

16+ (Upper School)

Candidates must be under 17 on 1 September of the proposed year of entry

Pupils’ success in external academic competitions, in sport and music and in the creative and aesthetic arts is excellent.”

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