The Sport Scholarship at Northwood College for Girls GDST is a sport scholarship for 11+ entry.
Who can apply for the Sport Scholarship?
Girls entering Year 7 who are outstanding at one sport (County/District level or above) and/or have potential to represent the school in several sports.
What is the Sport Scholarship worth?
Year 7 (11+) Sport Scholarship: shortlisted candidates invited to a sports assessment afternoon in the January before entry (fitness testing and sports participation), held at school.
How do you apply for the Sport Scholarship?
- Submit an initial application with sporting evidence when registering
- shortlisted candidates attend a sports assessment afternoon in the January before entry including fitness testing, sports participation and an interview.
How sport scholarships usually work
Schools usually run a practical trial and look at your child's record at club, county or national level, often with a coach's reference.
- Keep a simple record of teams, levels and results, with dates.
- Ask a club coach early for a reference.
- Check which sports the school assesses. Some ask for strength in two.
General guidance across schools, not Northwood College for Girls GDST's own terms.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Sport Scholarship at Northwood College for Girls GDST worth?
Year 7 (11+) Sport Scholarship: shortlisted candidates invited to a sports assessment afternoon in the January before entry (fitness testing and sports participation), held at school.
Who can apply for the Sport Scholarship?
Girls entering Year 7 who are outstanding at one sport (County/District level or above) and/or have potential to represent the school in several sports.
How do you apply for the Sport Scholarship?
Submit an initial application with sporting evidence when registering; shortlisted candidates attend a sports assessment afternoon in the January before entry including fitness testing, sports participation and an interview.
Source: northwoodcollege.gdst.net, checked 4 Nov 2026