Scholarships 7+ (Year 3)
ENTRY AT 7+ (Year 3)
Examination Day - Friday 26 February 2010 (Deadline : 19 February 2010)
What Form Do the Scholarships Take?
ACADEMIC AWARD
Pupils will be given an opportunity to demonstrate literacy and numeracy skills, as appropriate for their age, as well as showing academic potential through non-verbal reasoning. All pupils will sit written tests in:
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• English
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• Mathematics
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• Non-Verbal Reasoning
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Pupils who achieve the highest academic performances in these tests will be considered for academic scholarship awards.
ALL-ROUNDER AWARD; Music and/or Sport
Candidates wishing to apply for the All-Rounder Awards will need to demonstrate strength in music and/or sport combined with a good academic standard. Pupils will be asked to demonstrate literacy and numeracy skills through sitting age appropriate tests in these areas. They will then be given the opportunity to demonstrate their talents in music and/or sport.
MUSIC
Applicants should be prepared to sing or play one piece and will be asked some simple aural tests to assess their general musical ability.
Parents of the applicant will be invited to discuss the candidate's musical experience and aspirations with the Director of Music.
Pupils gaining All-Rounder Awards with a talent in music will be expected to take a full part in the musical life of the Preparatory School, singing in the choir and taking part in ensembles, as appropriate.
SPORT
Applicants should be a potential all-rounder, with a good level of fitness and an aptitude for all sports. Applicants will be asked to perform an age-appropriate fitness test as well as simple skills designed to assess their general sports ability. They will also have a brief interview with the Head of PE.
Parents of the applicant will be invited to discuss the candidate's sports experience and aspirations with the head of PE.
Our main school sports include netball, rugby, hockey, football, rounders, cricket, cross country, athletics, gymnastics and tennis. Stover does not usually consider applicants who only have strengths in an activity which is not offered by the school.
Pupils gaining All-Rounder Awards with a talent in sport will be expected to take a full part in the sporting life of the Preparatory School, joining after-school clubs and representing the school in matches, as appropriate.
Please bring your Games Kit on the day.
For more information about entry and scholarships please contact the Registrar.