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Music Scholarship at City of London Freemen's School.

A music scholarship for 11+ entry.

In short

The Music Scholarship at City of London Freemen's School is a music scholarship for 11+ entry.

Who can apply for the Music Scholarship?

Exceptional musical ability

What is the Music Scholarship worth?

Available for pupils demonstrating exceptional musical ability.

How do you apply for the Music Scholarship?

City of London Freemen's School has not published its process here, so check with admissions.

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 City of London Freemen's School's own terms.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the Music Scholarship at City of London Freemen's School worth?

Available for pupils demonstrating exceptional musical ability.

Who can apply for the Music Scholarship?

Exceptional musical ability.

How are music scholarships usually assessed?

Schools usually hold an audition: prepared pieces on one or two instruments or voice, often with scales, sight-reading and aural tests.

Source: freemens.org, checked 4 Nov 2026