16+ SIXTH FORM SCHOLARSHIPS AND AWARDS ENTRY 2020 Dear Parent
Hurst College offers a range of awards for various aspects of school life. Award holders are valued at Hurst, not only for what they themselves can achieve, but also as role models for others and for their ability to support and lead others. They are certainly not seen as a breed apart, but are full members of our community who have a distinct role to play.
During their time at the college, they will be well supported and every step will be taken to ensure that they make the most of the oportunities here and of their own abilities. In this respect they are like every other pupil, but there is a recognition they have something particular to offer the rest of the school. Being an award holder is not only an honour and a privilege, but also a very real responsibility.
Awards come with expectations and it is important that these are recognised by those who hold them. There is a regular process of reviews which should, ideally, be congratulatory but also exploratory in order to see how best to develop an individual pupil’s talents. However, they are also designed to ensure that award holders do, indeed, play their part and make the most of their abilities and talents. In this way, award holders can expect a tremendous amount from the school, but also the school will expect much from them as well. Above all, award holders are expected to set a good example and, in the unlikely event that they transgress any of the Big 12 (see Pupils’ Guide) they will lose their award.
It is my experience that our approach to awards and award holders is very constructive and beneficial to both individuals and the school as a whole.
Good luck to those applying and do come and see me if you want to talk about anything raised in this booklet.
Yours sincerely
Tim Manly CONTENTS
GENERAL GUIDANCE ON APPLYING FOR AN AWARD AT HURST 2
CONDITIONS APPLYING TO COLLEGE AWARDS 2
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 3
TIMETABLE 3
ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP 4
MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP 4
DRAMA AWARD 5
DOWNS (SPORTS) AWARD 5
ART AWARD 6
SIXTH FORM AWARD APPLICATION FORMS) 9
DRAMA AWARD ENTRY FORM 11
MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP ENTRY FORM 13
DOWNS (SPORT) AWARD ENTRY FORM 15 GENERAL GUIDANCE ON APPLYING 2 FOR AN AWARD AT HURST
CONDITIONS APPLYING TO Sixth Form General Entry Requirements Awards COLLEGE AWARDS To enrol into the Sixth Form pupils require Sixth Form Awards are made subject to a Level 7 and above at GCSE in the subjects the candidates meeting the general • Sixth Form awards are made subject that they intend to study, as well as a entry requirements. to the candidates achieving Level 7 minimum Level 4 at GCSE in Mathematics at GCSE in the subjects that they and English. Pupils who wish to start a new Awards are available to external candidates intend to study. subject which they have not studied before, in the following categories: will need to have achieved a Level 7 in a • Academic • Award holders will be monitored GCSE subject closely related to it (e.g. for • Art throughout their time at the college Economics, ideally a pupil should have a • Downs (Sports) and awards will be reviewed annually Level 7 in Maths). However, we recognise • Drama to ensure satisfactory contribution and the need to be flexible and to operate on an • Music progress. The annual review of award individual basis, working closely with each holders by the Head of Senior School student on his or her choices, to establish Assessments will take place on either and others will take place in the what will be the best programme of study Monday 19th or Tuesday 20th November. Lent term. If the award holder is not for them. Some candidates may be required to attend making satisfactory progress, parents both days. Please note that depending on will be advised and the pupil set clear A satisfactory reference is also required from numbers, candidates may be required to targets. If these are not met by the end the candidate’s current school and parents attend on another day. Timetables will be of the Summer term, the award will be are asked to ensure that their child’s present sent nearer the day to confirm arrangements. withdrawn at that point. Headteacher is informed of their application, as we will be requesting a report including a In addition, financial support in the form of • Award holders are also expected to prediction of GCSE grades. means-tested bursaries may be available for represent the college at Open parents of children who have won an award Mornings, matches, performances All candidates will be invited to attend but are unable to afford the standard fees. (as appropriate to the Award) and interviews, take verbal and non-verbal Bursaries are determined using the Hurst at similar occasions. reasoning tests and be assessed according Scale of Awards, and may, in exceptional to the requirement of the discipline. circumstances, be available to meet up to • Any pupil in possession of an award In addition, all candidates will have an 100% of tuition fees payable, depending on of any sort who is suspended from interview with the Headmaste and other the personal circumstances of the applicants. the school will automatically lose members of staff. This booklet contains Academic potential and welfare needs will their award. further details of awards for each discipline. always be taken into account but, in general, applicants with academic awards will be General Entry Day expected to have a non-verbal or verbal Please note that for all applications, a Candidates are invited to attend a Sixth Form reasoning score of 130+ and applicants in confidential reference will be requested entry day on either Monday 19th or Tuesday other categories a score of 120+ in order from the candidate’s current school. 20th November. Please note that depending to qualify for bursarial support. on numbers, candidates may be required to attend on another day. All applications for bursaries must be submitted at the same time as the award Candidates will sit verbal and non-verbal application and no later than Friday 19th reasoning tests and have interviews with October on the College’s standard form, various members of Sixth Form Staff. copies of which are available from the Timetables will be sent nearer the day to Admissions office. confirm arrangements. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 3
What is a Scholarship or Award? What is a bursary? A scholarship or award is the recognition of A bursary can be given in recognition of high academic ability and/or excellence in financial need and can enhance a scholarship another field such as Art, Drama, Music or or an award. Bursaries are means-tested, so Sport following assessment by the college. parents are asked to complete a confidential financial circumstances form which is then How much are Scholarships and assessed by the college. Awards worth? In line with most HMC independent schools, Am I likely to qualify for a Bursary? the majority of scholarships awarded are Means-tested bursaries are intended to between 5% and 25% of the school fees. target those families most in need of the However, please bear in mind that means- limited support that the college can offer. tested bursaries can significantly enhance A family’s financial circumstances are the total amount of financial assistance. assessed to determine a ‘net worth’ value and if this falls within the normal scope How many Scholarships and Awards are a sliding scale of bursarial support can be given each year? applied where funding permits. There is no fixed number of scholarships or awards awarded in any discipline each year.
Which Scholarship or Award should my child apply for? Your child’s current school should be familiar with our various scholarship and award criteria and are best placed to advise you. We are happy to provide further information and clarification upon request. Candidates may apply for more than one scholarship upon recommendation from their Head, but careful guidance and management of expectations are required.
TIMETABLE
AWARD CLOSING DATE FOR ENTRIES AWARD ASSESSMENT DAYS
Academic, Art, Friday 18 October 2019 Monday 18 and/or Downs (Sport), Tuesday 19 November 2019 Drama, Music
Letters advising the outcome of awards will be mailed to parents in the first week of December 2019. 4 SCHOLARSHIPS
ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP Awards of up to £2,000 per term Awards of up to £1,250 per term
General information Entry requirements Awards are made to candidates who will It is not essential that candidates have make an outstanding contribution to the studied Music at GCSE but a high predicted academic life of the school. This means that grade would be expected if they have. Music candidates must have a strong set of GCSE candidates will be assessed on potential as predictions from their current school. It is well as achievement, but as a guideline they normal to have Level 7 and above predicted should be of Grade 6-8 standard on one for all subjects. instrument. A second instrument (including voice) would be an advantage although not Assessment essential. Candidates are assessed on Awards Day backed up by reports from their current Assessment school. They will take two examinations Candidates will be required to: in nominated subjects offered in the Sixth A. Perform two prepared pieces on their Form. Candidates will also be required to sit first instrument verbal and non-verbal reasoning tests as well B. Play a piece on their second instrument as attend interviews. C. Sight-read on the instrument of their choice D. Candidates may offer a solo song if For further information, please contact the they wish, and should bring two Admissions Office [email protected] copies with them E. Respond to aural tests F. There will be an interview with the Director of Music which will involve questions on the candidates’ knowledge of, and interest in, Music G. Candidates are to include references from Music teachers with their application form H. Candidates are not required to sit a written exam in Music
Although these requirements are specific, candidates will have the opportunity to demonstrate whatever musical skills they have, e.g. third instrument, composition, improvisation etc. An accompanist will be provided, if required.
For further information, please contact Director of Music, Mr Matthews [email protected] AWARDS 5
DRAMA AWARD DOWNS (SPORTS) AWARD Assessment Awards of up to £1,250 per term Awards of up to £1,250 per term Candidates are assessed during an Awards Day backed up by references from their Entry requirements General information current school. Information given on the It is not essential that candidates have Downs awards are given to candidates who application form will also help in providing studied Drama at GCSE, but a high predicted will make an outstanding contribution to the an accurate picture of sporting performance grade would be expected if they have. sporting life of the school. and potential.
Candidates must provide evidence of a Candidates are assessed on merit and should Candidates will undergo: sustained commitment to Drama for at least be of county standard in their preferred • Sports specific practices / conditioned two years, e.g. a GCSE in Drama, LAMDA sport, or have the potential to become games where core skills for individual or other awards in acting, or evidence of county standard during their time at the sports are highlighted participating in productions within or outside college. Although all sports are considered, • Fitness testing: a series of aptitude tests school. students majoring in the following will designed to elicit levels of success in the receive priority: following fitness components – speed, Expectations Boys: Rugby, Hockey, Cricket agility, power, cardio-vascular and Drama award holders will be expected to Girls: Netball, Hockey, Cricket endurance audition for roles in college productions. • All candidates will be seen performing Sixth Form Drama Scholars are encouraged Candidates are required to submit references in the following sports (relative to their to direct, or assist in directing, a small-scale from coaches and clubs to support their gender and specialism): Rugby, Hockey, production in the Drama Studio. application. Top performers in one of the Cricket, Netball, Swimming and Tennis. major sports at Hurst is desirable and will Other sports may well be added based Assessment take priority. However, they would be on the candidates’ expertise, however, Candidates will be required to audition expected to make an all-round contribution it is important to note that the major before the Director of Drama. They should across all three terms. An example would be sports identified earlier receive priority. prepare two pieces: count /divisional Rugby player or Netballer • a speech from a play written who also aspires to an A team in the two For further information, please contact between 1560 and 1720; and other terms. Director of Sport, Mr Kift • a speech by a modern playwright [email protected] written after 1900. A highly gifted performer in a minor sport Candidates are asked to bring copies of e.g. Tennis, Athletics or Swimming would their audition texts with them. also be considered, however, they would need to be at A team standard in at least Candidates will also be directed in unseen one of the major sports listed above. text and will be expected to discuss a visit to a piece of live theatre. They should also Girls and boys compete equally for these be able to discuss their own performances awards against standards appropriate for on stage with evidence of an analytical their gender, and successful candidates will approach to drama. be expected to provide a positive example in Games at the College. Candidates will also have interviews with the Head of Sixth Form and will be required to Candidates should bring indoor and outdoor sit verbal and non-verbal reasoning tests. sportswear and appropriate equipment for sports that they would like to be considered Candidates are asked to include references in (eg cricket bats and pads, swimming from Drama teachers, if applicable (not costume). school) with their application forms. Please note that Hurst will contact the candidate’s school to request references.
For further information, please contact Director of Drama, Mr Gasper [email protected] 6 AWARDS
ART AWARD Awards of up to £1,250 per term
General information It is not essential that candidates have studied Art at GCSE but a high predicted grade would be expected if they have.
Assessment Candidates are assessed on Awards Day backed up by a portfolio of work which they should bring with them. This should include earlier studies (it is important to note development), as well as the most recent body of work. It is expected that this would include evidence of research and initial ideas, through to more complete outcomes. We are looking for a portfolio with a broad approach, a sense of flair, process and development, and an awareness and understanding of how to use a variety of media. 2D and 3D work can be included, although 3D work should be photographed and not brought in.
In order to assess each Candidates’ individual approach and technique, selection will involve a practical examination which is in two parts: A. 45-minute observation drawing exercise; and B. candidates will be asked to complete a piece of work in the medium of their choice from a range of starting points. Themes will be sent out once the student has applied to sit the award
Candidates will be expected to discuss with the Head of Art their own work, that of other artists, and any art and design topics arising out of the discussion.
For further information, please contact
Director of Art and Photography, Richard Cuerden [email protected] 16+ SIXTH FORM SCHOLARSHIP AND AWARDS FORMS
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