Scholarship overview
Awarded on academic merit at secondary entry.
The Aspire Academic Scholarship recognises students with exceptional academic ability at the point of entry to secondary. It is awarded at Years 6, 7, 8, and 9 only. The scholarship is not available mid-year or at the IGCSE stage (Year 10 onwards).
Scholarship holders are expected to maintain strong academic performance throughout their time at Aspire. The award is based on merit, not financial need.
At a glance
Open to
Year 6, Year 7, Year 8, and Year 9 applicants.
Entry timing
At the point of admission only. Not available mid-year or at IGCSE stage (Year 10 onwards).
Basis of award
Academic merit: school records, core subject performance, and on-campus assessment results.
How to start
Contact the admissions team to confirm availability and begin the process.
Year group eligibility
Four entry points, one scholarship.
The scholarship is open to applicants joining at Years 6 through 9. Each entry point has its own academic context and the assessment is calibrated to the specific year group.
Not available at IGCSE
Students applying for Year 10 or Year 11 are not eligible. The scholarship is an entry award for secondary, not a mid-course award.
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Year 6
Age 10-11 · End of Primary
EnglishMathematicsScienceThe transition from primary to secondary is a natural assessment point. The school looks for consistent performance across core subjects and evidence of intellectual curiosity. Students are assessed on English, mathematics, and science at the appropriate primary level.
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Year 7
Age 11-12 · Early Secondary
EnglishMathematicsScienceEarly secondary entry. The school looks for strong academic foundations alongside the self-motivation to handle a more demanding curriculum structure. Applicants are assessed on their subject knowledge and their readiness to engage with secondary-level material.
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Year 8
Age 12-13 · Mid Secondary
EnglishMathematicsScienceMid-secondary entry. Students at this stage are assessed on their ability to work independently, think critically, and engage with complex material across disciplines. Academic records carry significant weight alongside the on-campus assessment.
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Year 9
Age 13-14 · Pre-IGCSE
EnglishMathematicsScienceThe final scholarship entry point, one year ahead of the IGCSE pathway. Applicants are assessed on their academic record and their readiness to handle examination-level subject demands. This is the most competitive entry point.
What the school looks for
Academic ability and the potential to perform.
Selection is based on core subject performance, school records, and the results of the on-campus assessment at Aspire. All four components matter.
There are no interviews. The scholarship decision is made purely on academic evidence.
Academic record
Original report cards from the previous two school years, stamped and authenticated by the issuing school.
Core subject performance
Strong results in English, mathematics, and science. These carry the most weight in both the records review and the on-campus assessment.
On-campus assessment
An age-appropriate assessment taken at Aspire, calibrated to the specific year group being entered.
Behaviour reference
A reference letter from the applicant's current school, on official letterhead, signed by the principal or head of year.
The selection process
From enquiry to offer in four steps.
Selection process
Four steps from enquiry to decision.
The process is straightforward. There are no speculative applications or waiting lists. Availability is confirmed at first contact, and the outcome is communicated directly to the family.
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Contact the admissions team
Start by contacting the admissions team to confirm that the scholarship is available for the year group you are applying to and to understand the assessment timeline for the current intake. Availability varies by year group and term.
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Submit academic records
Provide the applicant's report cards from the previous two school years. The admissions team will review the academic record before scheduling the on-campus assessment.
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Complete the on-campus assessment
The applicant is invited to Aspire to complete an academic assessment appropriate to the year group. The assessment covers core subjects and takes place on campus under standard supervised conditions.
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Receive the offer decision
The admissions and academic teams review the full application together: school records, assessment results, and year-group context. Families are contacted directly with the outcome. There are no waiting lists.
Enquire about the scholarship
Contact admissions to confirm availability and begin the process.
The admissions team can confirm whether the scholarship is open for your child's year group and explain the assessment timeline for the current intake.
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