Scholarships 16+

The Charterhouse Academic Scholars’ Programme exists to inspire and enable all pupils to explore independently their full academic potential beyond the curriculum.

We award Sir Robert Birley Academic Scholarships and Exhibitions annually to candidates joining the Sixth Form following the Sixth Form entrance examinations and interview in the November prior to entry.  Honorary Academic Scholarships are also available to students following their GCSE results and at the end of the first year of the Sixth Form, based on their academic performance.

To find out about our Academic Scholars' Programme, please use the link below:

Charterhouse Academic Scholars' Programme

The Art & Fashion Design Department is a lively, popular and creative hub within Charterhouse. The study of art is a journey of exploration and our aim is to undertake projects that stretch the appreciation and understanding of the aesthetic, technical and conceptual aspects of art.

Scholars are part of a vibrant and inclusive environment where pupils are encouraged to share ideas and develop their skills.  Art Scholars are expected to make full use of Studio’s facilities and become involved in the life of Charterhouse and its opportunities for enrichment.

Art & Fashion Design Scholarship assessments are held in November and candidates will be invited to bring a portfolio of work with them.

Find out more about Art Scholarships at Charterhouse via the link below: 

Art & Fashion Design at Charterhouse | Internal Page 

Music Scholars are recognised for their special talent and potential and enjoy a busy and challenging programme, intended to help them reach their potential during their time at Charterhouse. All Music Scholars and Exhibitioners can receive free music lessons in their chosen instrument/s. Music Scholarships and Music Exhibitions are offered after the auditions, which are held in November prior to entry. 

Find out more about Art at Charterhouse via the link below: 

Music at Charterhouse | Internal Page 

Sport Scholars are invited to join the Charterhouse Athlete Programme, which aims to challenge and support our Scholars through an excellent 1:1 mentoring scheme, first class coaching and strengthening and conditioning training. Sport Scholarships are awarded to candidates who demonstrate excellence, commitment and potential in their chosen sport/s. Applications are welcome from across all sports, but emphasis is placed on our core sports which are football, hockey, cricket, tennis and athletics. Our expectation is that candidates will be of a County standard or above in their chosen sport. The assessment will be in the November prior to entry and will include a combination of references, interview and the opportunity to demonstrate their sporting skills.

Find out more about Sport at Charterhouse via the link below: 

Sport at Charterhouse | Internal Page 

Drama Scholars are expected to take a keen interest in the theatre programme and be an active part of that in some way throughout the school year, as either a cast or crew member.

Drama scholars will be invited to submit a video of an unedited performance of a short monologue of their choice of no more than two and a half minutes. Interviews will be by invitation.

While GCSE Drama or A Level Theatre options are available, there is no expectation that a Drama Scholar would opt for these subjects. However, Scholars will be invited to drama workshops, lectures and trips to the theatre organised for those studying Drama and Theatre as part of the curriculum. In addition, we would expect a Drama Scholar to organise a theatrical event as they move through the School (for example directing or producing a House play or a piece for the Arts Festival). Scholars would be offered LAMDA lessons with one of our visiting teachers as part of the Scholarship.

Find out more about Drama & Theatre Studies at Charterhouse via the link below: 

Drama & theatre at Charterhouse | Internal Page