The Scholarship at Dwight School London is a music scholarship for 11+ entry. The last published deadline was 5 Jan 2026; check with the school for the next round.
Who can apply for the Scholarship?
- Applicants with strong musical ability and commitment
- Grade 3 standard for Year 7, Grade 5 for Year 12 preferred.
What is the Scholarship worth?
- Specialist Arts (Music/Drama) and other Dwight scholarships for Sept 2026 entry: candidates share presentation/portfolio/sheet music with Admissions by midday 5 January 2026
- interview & audition follow.
How do you apply for the Scholarship?
- Submit video recordings and sheet music by 2026-01-05
- live audition and interview on 2026-01-17.
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 Dwight School London's own terms.
Key dates
- Deadline
- 5 Jan 2026 (past)
Dates usually move each year, so confirm the next round with the school.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Scholarship at Dwight School London worth?
Specialist Arts (Music/Drama) and other Dwight scholarships for Sept 2026 entry: candidates share presentation/portfolio/sheet music with Admissions by midday 5 January 2026; interview & audition follow.
When is the Scholarship deadline?
The last published deadline was 5 Jan 2026. It usually falls at the same time each year, so check the next date with Dwight School London's admissions office.
Who can apply for the Scholarship?
Applicants with strong musical ability and commitment; Grade 3 standard for Year 7, Grade 5 for Year 12 preferred.
How do you apply for the Scholarship?
Submit video recordings and sheet music by 2026-01-05; live audition and interview on 2026-01-17.
Source: dwightlondon.org, checked 12 Jun 2026