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Scholarships and Special Awards at 16+ at Headington School.

An all-rounder scholarship for 16+ entry.

In short

The Scholarships and Special Awards at 16+ at Headington School is an all-rounder scholarship for 16+ entry.

Who can apply for the Scholarships and Special Awards at 16+?

Outstanding candidates entering Sixth Form at 16+

What is the Scholarships and Special Awards at 16+ worth?

Scholarships and Special Awards programme for outstanding candidates at 16+

How do you apply for the Scholarships and Special Awards at 16+?

Headington School has not published its process here, so check with admissions.

How all-rounder scholarships usually work

Schools usually look at academic results alongside strength in at least two other areas, using references and an interview.

  • List what your child does in and out of school, with levels and dates.
  • Ask the current school early for a reference.
  • Prepare to talk about what your child would add to school life, not just what they have won.

General guidance across schools, not Headington School's own terms.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the Scholarships and Special Awards at 16+ at Headington School worth?

Scholarships and Special Awards programme for outstanding candidates at 16+.

Who can apply for the Scholarships and Special Awards at 16+?

Outstanding candidates entering Sixth Form at 16+.

How are all-rounder scholarships usually assessed?

Schools usually look at academic results alongside strength in at least two other areas, using references and an interview.

Source: headington.org, checked 4 Nov 2026