The Sport Scholarship at Benenden School is a sport scholarship. Applications close in December 2026.
Who can apply for the Sport Scholarship?
- Assessed on current performance and sporting potential
- at 11+ promise in a variety of sports, at 13+ sport-specific ability, athleticism and mindset.
What is the Sport Scholarship worth?
- Honorary award
- on occasion, fee remission may be granted at Headmistress discretion
How do you apply for the Sport Scholarship?
Benenden School has not published its process here, so check with admissions.
How sport scholarships usually work
Schools usually run a practical trial and look at your child's record at club, county or national level, often with a coach's reference.
- Keep a simple record of teams, levels and results, with dates.
- Ask a club coach early for a reference.
- Check which sports the school assesses. Some ask for strength in two.
General guidance across schools, not Benenden School's own terms.
Key dates
- Deadline
- December 2026 (date TBC)
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Sport Scholarship at Benenden School worth?
Honorary award; on occasion, fee remission may be granted at Headmistress discretion.
When is the Sport Scholarship deadline?
Applications close in December 2026; the school has not published an exact day.
Who can apply for the Sport Scholarship?
Assessed on current performance and sporting potential; at 11+ promise in a variety of sports, at 13+ sport-specific ability, athleticism and mindset.
How are sport scholarships usually assessed?
Schools usually run a practical trial and look at your child's record at club, county or national level, often with a coach's reference.
Source: benenden.school, checked 4 Nov 2026