2027 Entry – Sixth Form Pathway – Sports Scholarship Application Form
SPORTS SCHOLARSHIPS – Sixth Form Pathway
Deadline for Application: 9am on Tuesday 13th October 2026
Sports awards can be offered for new and current pupils starting in Year 12. Candidates will be actively involved in sports at their current school and/or in clubs outside school. They should be able to demonstrate a commitment to sport, health and wellbeing as well as showing talent, skill and technique in their chosen sports. They should have the potential to be role models to their peers and an understanding of the wider benefits of teamwork and leadership which sports offer, with the potential to develop in this field.
Sports scholars should be willing to make an excellent contribution to school life, to show commitment to all aspects of sports at school, participating fully in co-curricular activities, teams and competitive fixtures and leading by example. Sports Scholars are reviewed annually by the Director of Sport to ensure the pupils are fulfilling their role appropriately.
Sports Scholars will work collaboratively with their fellow pupils and the staff at Dunottar School. All Sports Scholars will have access to strength and conditioning programmes, a range of lectures from experts in the fields of Nutrition, Psychology, Well-Being, specific Sports Scholar trips and much more to help them develop as people and as athletes.
GUIDELINES FOR SPORTS SCHOLARSHIP CANDIDATES
Candidates should offer at least two sports, both sports offered must be one of Dunottar’s main sports: Netball, Football, and Cricket for girls, Rugby, Football and Cricket for boys. A high level of performance within Swimming and/or Athletics can support a pupil’s application.
For the Year 12 award we would expect candidates to be highly active in their school’s sports teams, with an excellent track record of training and commitment, and to be competing at county or regional level in their main sport. Candidates should be able to demonstrate a high level of personal fitness and, during the assessment process, the Director of Sport will be looking for candidates who show an awareness of tactical play and a positive attitude, in addition to their sporting talent and skills. We expect all of our Sports Scholars to get involved in coaching and leading within the school sport programme throughout their time at Dunottar, to develop their leadership skills.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Deadline for Application: 9am on Tuesday 13th October 2026
Please submit the completed application form by the deadline given. With this application form the candidate should include a covering letter telling us why they believe they would be a successful sports scholar. In this letter you should tell us about any teams that they have been a member of over the last academic year in your present school and give details of any sporting activities that you pursue outside of school (including any relevant levels achieved). You should summarise the contribution you make to the sporting life of your school and/or local clubs currently and include any other supporting documentation that you feel will help demonstrate your sporting ability. Please also include a reference(s) or letter(s) of support from a P.E. teacher and/or any relevant coaches. The Director of Sport will review all applications and candidates shortlisted for assessment will be notified in writing. Please note that not all applicants are guaranteed an assessment. The assessment will involve the following elements:
- A series of fitness tests.
- Competitive drills/matches in rugby & football for boys, netball & football for girls and cricket for both if you have selected cricket as one of your main sports.
- A group interview over lunch.
If you require any further information about the scholarship application process, please contact the Admissions Office at admissions@dunottarschool.com or on 01737 761 945.
2027 Entry – Sixth Form Pathway – Sport Scholarship Application Form
Please ensure that you have read the accompanying guidance notes above to ensure your child qualifies for a scholarship before completing this form below.
