Essential information to be included for Scholarship Applications
To be considered for a scholarship at Whitgift, please ensure that the attainment levels and supporting information is either uploaded during the application process in the ‘Scholarship supporting evidence upload file’ area, or for Art Scholarship candidates, by presenting a portfolio to the school.
Following the entrance examinations, selected candidates who have performed well, may be invited to Whitgift for scholarship assessment.
Art Scholarship Applications
Scholarship candidates will be asked to present a portfolio of their work for assessment, demonstrating both aptitude and interest in the visual arts. The portfolio should display a personal involvement with expressive, responsive and design aspects of art activity and include work completed in school (including homework), as well as pieces done for pleasure. A testimonial from an art professional should accompany this application.
Portfolios must be brought to Whitgift on Saturday 28 November 2020 between 10am and 12pm (noon) and will not be accepted at any other time. Candidates do not have to bring the portfolios in person, as there will not be any teacher interaction on the day. Portfolios will be returned within the session. Selected candidates will be invited to attend an Art assessment morning on the 19 or 21 January 2021.
The portfolio should contain at least 10 pieces of artwork, no smaller than A4 and no more than 30 pieces. The work included should be of the highest standard that the student can produce, so please be selective.
Drawings
Sketches, observational drawings, and carefully considered work produced over a lengthy period should be included. Students need to demonstrate good technical skills, including use of correct proportion and tonal shading to create form.
Styles and Techniques
Include work that shows a willingness to experiment and be inventive. For 3D work, please do not submit actual work, but photographs of it from two or more angles. Candidates should show an understanding of other artists' work, and it would be useful to have a few pieces of work that demonstrate how they have used an artist's work to inspire their own work.
Workbooks or sketchbooks could provide evidence of
• Preparation for final pieces
• Personal interests
• Contextual work (study of the work of artists)
Awards and Competitions
• Evidence of entries to competitions and awards given
Art Assessment by invitation
During the assessment, which will last approximately four hours (two hours for each task), candidates will be asked to produce an observation drawing from a selection of still life objects in a medium specified by the teacher, focusing on accurate proportions, detail and tone, and also create a piece of imaginative artwork in response to a brief set by the teacher on the day.
Design Technology & Engineering (DTE) Scholarship Applications
Scholarship candidates should submit a portfolio of their work during the admissions process, which demonstrates flair and technical ability in one or more resistant materials, along with a subtle understanding of the design process. Selected candidates will be invited in for a DTE assessment on the 20 January 2021.
The initial portfolio should be in digital format and contain sketches, designs and photographs of work together with any other multimedia work. This should be either a PDF, a link to a web or video site. If selected to attend the assessment day, students are encouraged to bring in a digital or physical portfolio.
Designing
- Demonstrate the ability, through sketches and designs, to visualise ideas (e.g. from conceptual sketches to accurate finished drawings)
- Demonstrate skills in computer graphics
Making
- Demonstrate creativity and inventiveness through a variety of means (e.g. by mechanical, structural or electronic components)
- Produce accurate models by using either kits or your own construction skills
Quantity
• A maximum of 10 examples of work on A3 or A4 paper can be included in the portfolio
• No more than three 3D pieces should be presented on assessment day
Do's and Don'ts
• Please do not be afraid to put in unfinished work
• Please do not include work that has been only been done at school
• Please do not put in several versions of the same item
DTE Assessment by invitation
The presentation will form the basis of an interview with the Head of Design, Technology & Engineering, and the candidate will also be asked to perform a practical task, which will last the remainder of the day.
Drama Scholarship Applications
Scholarship candidates will be required to present a portfolio of their achievements relating to drama, theatre, or performance during the application process. Selected candidates will be invited in for a formal Drama audition on 25 January 2021.
The Portfolio should include
• Photographs of productions (in chronological order), demonstrating a variety of roles
• Any certificates achieved in theatrical qualifications (LAMDA, RADA, Guildhall, Trinity)
• A list of plays seen at the theatre (amateur or professional)
• A short, written assessment of a piece of live theatre, commenting on elements that were enjoyable
• Any other information relevant to Drama or performance.
Drama Audition by invitation
If invited to audition, candidates will be asked to prepare a three minute monologue. The piece should be memorised and developed for performance to members of the Drama Department. Candidates will also be asked to take part in a paired improvisation task, or unseen, scripted piece.
Music Scholarship Applications
Scholarship candidates would be expected to be of a standard equivalent to at least Grade 3 (10+/11+), Grade 5 (12+/13+), Grade 6/7 (14+/15+) and Grade 8 (16+). A Music CV must be submitted during the application process, and should include; testimonials detailing musical ability, current standard and suitability for a scholarship, from instrumental/ singing teacher(s), together with the following information:
List whether applying for a Music Scholarship and/or a Minster Choristership**
Principal Instrument*: Number of years tuition:
Date of last exam passed: Grade: Mark: Exam Board:
Second Instrument*: Number of years tuition:
Date of last exam passed: Grade: Mark: Exam Board:
Please list membership of any ensembles:
Please list any vocal or choral experience:
Please list other relevant information relating to the Music Scholarship Application:
If your son has attended a Prospective New Boys Music Course or any other instrumental day at Whitgift, please note the details:
* Singing is considered as an instrument
Music Audition by invitation
Candidates will audition for the Director of Music in person between 18-21 January 2021, or via Skype by agreement. Auditions are arranged directly with the Music department.
**Chorister candidates must attend the Music Choristership Day on Sunday 24 January 2021.
Note: Students who were unsuccessful in receiving a scholarship after audition, may be offered a Music Award to cover the cost of music lessons, whether taken in school or with an outside teacher, to the value of the Whitgift music lesson scale.
Sport Scholarship Applications
Scholarship candidates will need to submit a Sports CV during the application process. Candidates should have a significant strength, to national and county level, in one or more of the sports offered at Whitgift. In the case of certain sports, the selection to an Academy or national/regional elite training group may be seen as comparable. Selected candidates will be invited to Whitgift for sports testing.
The CV should include:
- Testimonials from relevant sports coaches
- A list of teams your son has represented
- A list of Representational honours
- Any other relevant information, including times and distances
Sport Testing by invitation
Candidates will be tested through a series of physical tests, including hand eye co-ordination across several sports.
Swimmers will be tested through swimming times only.
Sports testing dates
10+ - 18 January 2021
11+ - 19-21 January 2021 (boys invited for one of the days only)
13+ - 22 January 2021
16+ - To be arranged on an individual basis