Sir William Perkins’s School has much to offer individuals who demonstrate outstanding talent and potential in their chosen fields. Scholarships are designed to recognise and develop pupils’ talents, interests and aptitudes, whilst providing them with both enrichment and support.
SWPS offers a range of scholarships to pupils entering the school at Year 7, Year 9 and Year 12 including Academic, Art and Design, Drama, Music, Sport and STEM, and are worth up to 10% of the current tuition fees. The number and value of scholarships awards vary from year to year and awards are at the discretion of the Head. All scholarships, which can be held for the whole of a pupil’s time at SWPS subject to the terms and conditions of each award, are reviewed annually. We look forward to award-holders remaining at SWPS until they have completed their A Level examinations, thus making a significant contribution to school life.
Aspire Programme
Strong candidates who are not awarded a full Academic, Music, Art, Drama, Sport or STEM Scholarship may be invited to join our ‘Aspire’ programme. This gives students the opportunity to join Scholarship activities and take up opportunities such as peer mentoring and specialist trips in recognition of their ability and commitment to their chosen field. Whilst there is no fee remission for being on the Aspire programme, it is nevertheless a prestigious opportunity and one which will allow the students to develop their specialist interest and talent extensively.
Rewards & Responsibility
Receiving an award carries a level of prestige but also a degree of expectation. Scholars will be expected to act as role models in their fields of interest, and – as they move into their senior years – to begin to deliver on their potential by taking on positions of leadership.
We have developed a programme of extension activities and opportunities appropriate to particular areas of talent; Music and Drama scholars, for example, attend regular masterclasses with visiting professionals, as well as perform in scholars’ recitals and school productions.
Scholarship Information for Candidates booklet
Year 7 and Year 9 Scholarships
Please read the Scholarship Information Brochure before applying. Once you child is registered you will be able to complete a scholarship application form within the admissions portal. Applications open 1 July and close on 15 October of the year before entry.
Scholarships available:
Academic Scholarships
Art Scholarships
Drama Scholarships
Music Scholarships
Sport Scholarships
STEM Scholarships
Academic Scholarships
Art Scholarships
Drama Scholarships
Music Scholarships
Sport Scholarships
STEM Scholarships
Sixth Form Scholarships
At SWPS, scholarships are our way of recognising and nurturing exceptional talent. Whether it’s in academic study, Art, Drama, Music, Rowing or Sport, we honour pupils who show outstanding promise and passion in their chosen field.
Throughout our history, our scholars have enriched the life of the School with their energy, creativity, and leadership. And beyond our walls, they’ve gone on to make their mark on the world, carrying the spirit of SWPS with them.
If you’re ready to challenge yourself, grow your talents, and be part of a vibrant, supportive community, a scholarship at SWPS could be your next step.
Sixth Form Scholarships Applications
Academic, Art, Drama, Music, Rowing and Sport Scholarship interviews/auditions/trials will take place in November 2025. The competitive nature of these scholarships mean that these dates are fixed, which unfortunately means applicants are unable to attend on a different day.
Please email admissions@swps.org.uk if you have any further enquiries.
Applications open 1 July and close on 15 October of the year before entry.
