The 13+ Basil Hume Scholarship at Ampleforth College is an all-rounder scholarship for 13+ entry. The last published deadline was 20 Nov 2025; check with the school for the next round.
What is the 13+ Basil Hume Scholarship worth?
- 13+ Basil Hume Scholarship (Academic, Art, Dance, Drama, DT, Music & Sport) - assessment Thu 27-Fri 28 Nov 2025
- includes entrance assessments unless previously taken.
- Held for three years from Year 9. £50 application fee.
How do you apply for the 13+ Basil Hume Scholarship?
Ampleforth College has not published its process here, so check with admissions.
How all-rounder scholarships usually work
Schools usually look at academic results alongside strength in at least two other areas, using references and an interview.
- List what your child does in and out of school, with levels and dates.
- Ask the current school early for a reference.
- Prepare to talk about what your child would add to school life, not just what they have won.
General guidance across schools, not Ampleforth College's own terms.
Key dates
- Deadline
- 20 Nov 2025 (past)
- Exam or audition
- 27 Nov 2025 (past), At school
Dates usually move each year, so confirm the next round with the school.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the 13+ Basil Hume Scholarship at Ampleforth College worth?
13+ Basil Hume Scholarship (Academic, Art, Dance, Drama, DT, Music & Sport) - assessment Thu 27-Fri 28 Nov 2025; includes entrance assessments unless previously taken. Held for three years from Year 9. £50 application fee.
When is the 13+ Basil Hume Scholarship deadline?
The last published deadline was 20 Nov 2025. It usually falls at the same time each year, so check the next date with Ampleforth College's admissions office.
How are all-rounder scholarships usually assessed?
Schools usually look at academic results alongside strength in at least two other areas, using references and an interview.
Source: ampleforthcollege.org.uk, checked 4 Nov 2026