Bromsgrove Scholarships for Academic Year 2024/25

February 10, 2020

How to Apply

A-Level Scholarships (for entering Year 12 in academic year 2024/25)

A-Level Scholarships are awarded to students progressing to, or entering, the Sixth Form (Years 12 & 13). Recipients will need to demonstrate an outstanding record of external examination performance (usually in GCSE/IGCSE). Bromsgrove School Thailand has a number of A-Level Scholarships available for external students joining our Sixth Form for the start of Year 12. Our Sixth Form Academic Scholars receive additional mentoring from both their personal tutors and our academic team. The Sixth Form Scholars mentoring programme has been structured to ensure that these students are developing leadership skills and qualities while also preparing their university applications. In addition our Sixth Form scholars are also invited to take advantage of bespoke support to complete the IPQ qualification. The A-Level scholarship interview day will be on Saturday 3 February 2024.

A-Level Scholars are awarded a discount up to 75% off tuition fees only
For more information, please visit https://www.bromsgrove.ac.th/sixth-form-academic-life/

Music & Performing Arts Scholarships (Years 5-13)

Bromsgrove Music and Performing Arts Scholars are passionate about music and drama, demonstrating a strong desire to perform, and to contribute to the growth of performing arts at the school. Our scholars not only strive to improve themselves, but also support and encourage other students to develop their skills and passion for the performing arts.  To apply for one of these scholarships candidates are required to sit the standard entrance tests for their age group and additionally are asked to:

  • Provide a portfolio or record of achievement showcasing their successes to date, including examples of performances in the form of YouTube or Google Drive links.
  • Attend the Performing Arts Scholarships audition day on Saturday 3 February 2024 for an interview and to demonstrate their competencies in an audition under timed conditions.

Music Auditions (Saturday 3 February 2024)

  • You will be asked to play two contrasting pieces on your main instrument. The total playing time should be between 5 and 10 minutes. It will not be necessary to play from memory.
  • We will be looking for musical performances of an appropriate level, but at least ABRSM Grade 4 (or equivalent). Please bring two copies of your music with you. Accompaniment will not be available.
  • You will be asked to sight-read, play scales in a range suitable for your instrument in major and minor keys up to 4 flats and 4 sharps and take aural tests.
  • You will be interviewed by the Head of Performing and Creative Arts regarding your experience and interests.

Performing Arts Auditions (Saturday 3 February 2024)

  • You will be asked to perform two pieces of your choice. These can take the form of a monologue, song or dance. The total time should be between 5 and 10 minutes.
  • You will need to be prepared to talk about the context and content of your chosen pieces, and the character you are playing. You will be asked to refer to the decisions you made as a performer.
  • You will be interviewed by the Head of Performing and Creative Arts regarding your experience and interests.

Scholarship Conditions

Music and Performing Arts Scholars are expected to commit to a range of enrichment opportunities and performances under the direction of the Head of Performing and Creative Arts, including:

  • Bromsgrove Youth Music Theatre (YMT)
  • Orchestras, music ensembles, and choirs
  • Solo, duet and chamber performances
  • Drama and theatre performances
  • Leadership roles in musicals and concerts
  • External performances (TISAC, FOBISIA, competitions)
  • Music or Drama study at GCSE (Key Stage 4)
  • Maintaining the rest of your academic work alongside your performing arts commitments.

Music & Performing Arts Scholars are awarded a discount off tuition fees only, ranging from 25% to 75%
For more information, please visit https://www.bromsgrove.ac.th/performing-arts-scholarships/