Bedford School scholarships.
Bedford School offers 12 scholarships, covering academic, art, music, sport and drama. The largest published award is worth up to 100% of fees. The next application deadline is in December 2026 (Academic scholarship). Means-tested bursaries are offered separately.
- 12
- Scholarships
- 100%
- Largest published award
- 5
- Award types
- December
- Next deadline
Bedford
Every scholarship at Bedford School
- Academic scholarshipValue not publishedAcademic13+ entryCloses December 2026
- Academic ScholarshipValue not publishedNon-means-tested honour awarded to boys who show outstanding academic ability. Scholars benefit from a tailored programme of enrichment. All boys assessed via BSAT are considered; formal application optional by 1 December.Academic13+ entryCloses December 2026
- Computer Science ScholarshipValue not publishedPortfolio of 3-5 pieces of code submitted by 1 December. Assessment includes 20-minute coding task and 25-minute group hardware task, plus interview.Academic13+ entryCloses December 2026
- Art scholarshipValue not publishedArtCloses December 2026
- Art ScholarshipValue not publishedDigital PowerPoint portfolio (max 10 slides) submitted by 1 December. Shortlisted candidates attend assessment day producing a test piece (drawing from observation) and interview with Director of Art.Art13+ entryCloses December 2026
- Music ScholarshipValue not publishedExperience in at least two instruments (including one orchestral) preferred. Candidates perform two contrasting pieces on first instrument and one piece on another instrument and/or voice. Tests on scales/arpeggios, sight-reading and aural awareness. Successful candidates receive free instrumental tuition on two instruments plus possibility of fee remission.Music13+ entryCloses December 2026
- Brian Cawley Rowing Scholarshipup to 100% of feesAwards of up to 100% of fees for talented rowers joining Year 12. Candidates must have rowed competitively for at least three years, be in top 20 nationally for Year 11 2,000m ergometer test, and satisfy standard academic entry requirements. Strong candidates will have featured in finals of National Schools or National Championships.Sport16+ entryCloses December 2026
- Cawley Rowing ScholarshipValue not publishedSpecialist rowing scholarshipSport16+ entryCloses December 2026
- Golf ScholarshipValue not publishedIn association with Woburn Golf Club. Candidates assessed on-course, range and short game by Woburn Golf Club Professional. Interview with Woburn Golf Club General Manager and school's Master in Charge of Golf. Scholars benefit from three championship courses at Woburn, professional coaching, Junior Membership and Golf Performance Centre.Sport13+ entryCloses December 2026
- Sport scholarshipValue not publishedSport16+ entryCloses December 2026
- Sport ScholarshipValue not publishedCandidates assessed on leadership, aerobic capacity, strength, power, speed, agility and coordination, and aptitude in one or more major sports (rugby, hockey, rowing, cricket). References/testimonials from coaches required. Scholars benefit from sports psychologist, conditioning coach and on-site physiotherapy.Sport13+ entryCloses December 2026
- Drama ScholarshipValue not publishedDigital portfolio submitted by 1 December. 13+/14+ candidates perform one monologue, take part in group workshop, and complete written task on live theatre. 16+ candidates perform two contrasting monologues. Interview with Head of Academic Drama and Head of Speech and Drama.Drama13+ entryCloses December 2026
Bedford School scholarships: questions parents ask
- What scholarships does Bedford School offer?
- Academic scholarship; Academic Scholarship; Computer Science Scholarship; Art scholarship; Art Scholarship; Music Scholarship; Brian Cawley Rowing Scholarship; Cawley Rowing Scholarship; Golf Scholarship; Sport scholarship; Sport Scholarship; Drama Scholarship.
- How much are Bedford School scholarships worth?
- Published awards range up to 100% of fees. Families who need more support can apply for a means-tested bursary on top.
- When do Bedford School scholarship applications close?
- The next published deadline is December 2026, for the Academic scholarship. Deadlines differ by award, so check each one below.