The Year 12 Music Scholarship at Channing School is a music scholarship for 16+ entry, worth 50% of fees. The last published deadline was 16 Oct 2026; check with the school for the next round.
Who can apply for the Year 12 Music Scholarship?
Passed Grade VI with merit prior to November 2025 (or equivalent evidence).
What is the Year 12 Music Scholarship worth?
Worth 50% of fees, as published by Channing School.
- Year 12 (16+) Music Scholarship: apply by Fri 16 Oct 2026
- auditions take place November 2026 in the Senior School.
- Grade VI merit required prior to Nov 2026.
How do you apply for the Year 12 Music Scholarship?
- Letter of application to Director of Music with mark sheets by 17 Oct 2025
- auditions November 2025.
How music scholarships usually work
Schools usually hold an audition: prepared pieces on one or two instruments or voice, often with scales, sight-reading and aural tests.
- Check the standard each school expects at your entry point, since many state a grade.
- Choose pieces your child can play confidently, ideally contrasting ones.
- Ask the instrumental teacher for a reference early, as many schools ask for one.
General guidance across schools, not Channing School's own terms.
Key dates
- Deadline
- 16 Oct 2026 (past)
Dates usually move each year, so confirm the next round with the school.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Year 12 Music Scholarship at Channing School worth?
It is worth 50% of fees. Year 12 (16+) Music Scholarship: apply by Fri 16 Oct 2026; auditions take place November 2026 in the Senior School. Grade VI merit required prior to Nov 2026.
When is the Year 12 Music Scholarship deadline?
The last published deadline was 16 Oct 2026. It usually falls at the same time each year, so check the next date with Channing School's admissions office.
Who can apply for the Year 12 Music Scholarship?
Passed Grade VI with merit prior to November 2025 (or equivalent evidence).
How do you apply for the Year 12 Music Scholarship?
Letter of application to Director of Music with mark sheets by 17 Oct 2025; auditions November 2025.
Source: channing.co.uk, checked 4 Nov 2026