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Sports Scholarships

Sports Scholars are role models in their approach to sport and physical activity. They demonstrate a strong commitment to all aspects of school sport, fully engaging in co-curricular activities, team participation and competitive fixtures, while consistently leading by example. As they progress through the school, Sports Scholars also take on responsibilities in coaching, leading and officiating for younger pupils. Sports Scholarships are awarded to candidates who demonstrate excellent potential within Dunottar’s core sports: Football, Netball and Cricket for girls; and Rugby, Football and Cricket for boys.

Sports Scholars benefit from:

Dedicated Mentorship
Access to mentors who maintain a holistic overview of each scholar’s development, ensuring they remain focused and supported in achieving their personal goals.
Half Termly Development Seminars
Covering key topics such as Personal Development Planning, Diet and Nutrition, Leadership, Elite Sport and Sports Psychology, providing valuable insight into developing as a high-performing athlete.
Individual Performance Profiling
Comprehensive analysis to identify strengths and areas for improvement, forming the foundation of a tailored strength and conditioning programme.
High Performance Training
Regular sessions in the Courtyard Gym, designed to enhance functional movement and support each scholar’s Personal Development Plan in line with their profiling outcomes.
Inspirational Experiences
Including:
- A Sports Science and Biomechanics day at Surrey Sports Park (University of Surrey)
- Attendance at live elite-level sporting fixtures across a range of sports
Professional Sporting Partnerships
Links with Surrey CCC, Dorking Wanderers FC and Saracens Rugby, offering specialist coaching days, ‘Meet the Pro’ events and matchday experiences.
Coaching Qualifications (16+)
Opportunities to gain recognised qualifications through organisations such as The FA, ECB, England RFU and England Netball, alongside active involvement in the school’s coaching programme.