TAS 2027 Scholarship Handbook

SCHOLARSHIPS

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2027

SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM Scholarships at Toowoomba Anglican School are designed to attract talented students who will enhance our educational programs and positively contribute to our school culture. We offer five types of scholarships: Academic, Sports, Performing Arts, Boarding and All Rounder. These scholarships, typically funded by the school, are available annually for a limited number of students entering Years 7 and 10.

A successful interview with a member of the Executive Scholarship Panel; Current and past achievements detailed in a Cover Letter and Resume; Performance in the Edutest Scholarship Examination; Audition results in the case of Performing Arts scholarships; and Willingness to actively participate in and contribute to school life.

A limited number of scholarships are available to both day and boarding students entering Years 7 and 10 in 2027.

Scholarships are merit-based and are offered on the conditions of:

Scholarships offer a partial remission of tuition fees in the range of 10% to 30% for the term of the student’s enrolment, subject to ongoing performance conditions.

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IMPORTANT DATES 2027 PRO GRAM

Applications Open: Monday, 3 November 2025 Applications Close: Friday, 30 January 2026 Edutest Examination Day: Saturday, 21 February 2026 Performing Arts Audition Day: Saturday, 21 February 2026 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: For further information, please contact the Head of Admissions: enrolments@taschool.qld.edu.au

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ACADEMIC Scholarship

HOW TO APPLY Step 1: Apply All non-current students* are required to submit an Enrolment Application no later than two weeks prior to the scholarship testing day.

A non-refundable application fee of $150 is payable at the end of the online application submission.

Complete an online Enrolment Application HERE *non-current students: your child is not a current student at Toowoomba Anglican School.

Step 2: Register Register for the TAS Academic Scholarship via this LINK Register for the Edutest scholarship testing via this LINK Upload supporting evidence: 1.Cover Letter – written by the applicant and addressed to the Principal outlining why they would like to be considered for a TAS Academic Scholarship.

2.Resume – a one to two page resume listing the applicant’s academic achievements e.g. ICAS, participation in academic activities at current school (Note: We do not require certificates to be submitted, however, please bring to the scholarship interview).

3.Referees – the names and contact details for two relevant referees (Note: list on Resume).

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Step 3: Attend Participate in the scholarship examination on Saturday, 21 February 2026 and attend an interview with a member of the Executive Scholarship Panel.

PERFORMING ARTS Scholarship

HOW TO APPLY Step 1: Apply All non-current students* are required to submit an Enrolment Application no later than two weeks prior to the scholarship testing day.

A non-refundable application fee of $150 is payable at the end of the online application submission.

Complete an online Enrolment Application HERE *non-current students: your child is not a current student at Toowoomba Anglican School.

Step 2: Register Register for the TAS Performing Arts Scholarship via this LINK Register for the Edutest scholarship testing via this LINK Upload supporting evidence: 1.Cover Letter – written by the applicant and addressed to the Principal outlining why they would like to be considered for a TAS Performing Arts Scholarship.

2.Resume – a one to two page resume listing the applicant’s performing arts achievements e.g. AMEB exam grade and results, awards, participation in eisteddfods, ensembles, programs etc. (Note: We do not require certificates to be submitted, however, please bring to the scholarship interview).

3.Referees – the names and contact details for two relevant referees (Note: list on Resume).

Step 3: Attend Participate in the scholarship examination on Saturday, 21 February 2026 and attend an interview with a member of the Executive Scholarship Panel.

Step 4: Audition Short-listed applicants will be invited to attend an audition on Saturday, 21 February 2026.

Audition Details: 1. Students should prepare two (2) contrasting pieces that showcase the strongest aspects of their ability.

2.If students have (two) 2 or more areas, they should prepare one piece for each area.

3.Music Students may be asked technical work appropriate to their level of ability. Music students will also be given aural tests appropriate to their level of ability.

4.Music students must provide music for the provided accompanist or can perform with a backing track that does not include their part. All students will be given a short interview as part of their audition.

5.Students are very welcome to bring their own accompanist.

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SPORTS Scholarship

HOW TO APPLY Step 1: Apply All non-current students* are required to submit an Enrolment Application no later than two weeks prior to the scholarship testing day.

A non-refundable application fee of $150 is payable at the end of the online application submission.

Complete an online Enrolment Application HERE *non-current students: your child is not a current student at Toowoomba Anglican School.

Step 2: Register Register for the TAS Sports Scholarship via this LINK Register for the Edutest scholarship testing via this LINK Upload supporting evidence: 1.Cover Letter – written by the applicant and addressed to the Principal outlining why they would like to be considered for a TAS Sports Scholarship.

2.Resume – a one to two page resume listing the applicant’s sporting achievements e.g. representation at Regional, State and National level, participation in school sport and/or club teams etc. (Note: We do not require certificates to be submitted, however, please bring to the scholarship interview).

3.Referees – the names and contact details for two relevant referees (Note: list on Resume).

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Step 3: Attend Participate in the scholarship examination on Saturday, 21 February 2026 and attend an interview with the Director of Sport. Target signature sports are encouraged to apply: Tennis, Football (soccer), Rugby Union, Netball, and Athletics.

ALL ROUNDER Scholarship

HOW TO APPLY Step 1: Apply All non-current students* are required to submit an Enrolment Application no later than two weeks prior to the scholarship testing day.

A non-refundable application fee of $150 is payable at the end of the online application submission.

Complete an online Enrolment Application HERE.

Step 3: Attend Participate in the scholarship examination on Saturday, 21 February 2026 and attend an interview with a member of the Executive Scholarship Panel.

*non-current students: your child is not a current student at Toowoomba Anglican School.

Step 2: Register Register for the TAS All Rounder Scholarship via this LINK. Register for the Edutest scholarship testing via this LINK. Upload supporting evidence: 1.Cover Letter – written by the applicant and addressed to the Principal outlining why they would like to be considered for a TAS All Rounder Scholarship.

2.Resume –a one to two page resume listing the applicant’s academic, performing arts, sporting and leadership achievements such as Primary School Captain (Note: We do not require certificates to be submitted, however, they may be requested).

3.Referees – the names and contact details for two relevant referees (Note: list on Resume).

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BOARDING Scholarship

HOW TO APPLY Step 1: Apply All non-current students* are required to submit an Enrolment Application no later than two weeks prior to the scholarship testing day.

A non-refundable application fee of $150 is payable at the end of the online application submission.

Complete an online Enrolment Application HERE. *non-current students: your child is not a current student at Toowoomba Anglican School.

Step 2: Register Register for the TAS Boarding Scholarship via this LINK. Register for the Edutest scholarship testing via this LINK. Upload supporting evidence: 1.Cover Letter – written by the applicant and addressed to the Principal outlining why they would like to be considered for a TAS Boarding Scholarship.

2.Resume –a one to two page resume listing the applicant’s academic, performing arts, sporting and leadership achievements such as Primary School Captain (Note: We do not require certificates to be submitted, however, they may be requested).

3.Referees – the names and contact details for two relevant referees (Note: list on Resume).

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Step 3: Attend Participate in the scholarship examination on Saturday, 21 February 2026 and attend an interview with a member of the Executive Scholarship Panel.

SCHOLARSHIP CONDITIONS Scholarships provided will reduce the base tuition fees and will not cover additional costs such as laptop hire, GPL Levy, extra curricular fees etc.

The scholarship is valid from Term One 2027 until the end of Year 12, contingent on ongoing compliance with the Scholarship Conditions listed below.

Recipients of a Scholarship must: 1.Maintain a consistent standard in scholarship area.

2.Uphold and enhance the school’s ethos, values, and traditions.

3.Adhere to the terms and conditions of enrolment.

A student can only receive one school discount at a time (this extends to the Family Fee Cap). If a student is awarded and accepts a discount of higher value, the previous discount will be forfeited.

A student may be considered for more than one type of scholarship, however only one scholarship will be awarded.

This offer is conditional upon a successful enrolment interview.

Scholarship offers are made at the discretion of the Principal and are non-negotiable and confidential.

All scholarship recipients are required to provide media consent, allowing the school to use their name, image and achievements for promotional and publicity purposes.

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