The Music Scholarship at Croydon High School is a music scholarship for 11+ entry. The last published deadline was 19 Oct 2026; check with the school for the next round. Assessment is on 23 Nov 2026.
Who can apply for the Music Scholarship?
- 11+ entry (Year 7)
- audition required
What is the Music Scholarship worth?
- Year 7 (2027 entry) Performance Scholarship assessments for Art, Music and Drama take place week commencing 23 Nov 2026 at school.
- Year 7 application deadline Mon 19 Oct 2026.
How do you apply for the Music Scholarship?
Croydon High 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 Croydon High School's own terms.
Key dates
- Deadline
- 19 Oct 2026 (past)
- Exam or audition
- 23 Nov 2026, at school
Dates usually move each year, so confirm the next round with the school.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Music Scholarship at Croydon High School worth?
Year 7 (2027 entry) Performance Scholarship assessments for Art, Music and Drama take place week commencing 23 Nov 2026 at school. Year 7 application deadline Mon 19 Oct 2026.
When is the Music Scholarship deadline?
The last published deadline was 19 Oct 2026. It usually falls at the same time each year, so check the next date with Croydon High School's admissions office.
Who can apply for the Music Scholarship?
11+ entry (Year 7); audition required.
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.
When is the Music Scholarship assessment?
On 23 Nov 2026, at at school.
Source: croydonhigh.gdst.net, checked 8 Oct 2026