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Year 7 Music Scholarship at Oxford High School GDST.

A music scholarship for 11+ entry, worth 5% of fees.

In short

The Year 7 Music Scholarship at Oxford High School GDST is a music scholarship for 11+ entry, worth 5% of fees.

Who can apply for the Year 7 Music Scholarship?

Video performance of two contrasting pieces, letter of application, audition/interview.

What is the Year 7 Music Scholarship worth?

Worth 5% of fees, as published by Oxford High School GDST.

5% off fees per annum for duration of time at school, subject to good conduct and progress.

How do you apply for the Year 7 Music Scholarship?

Oxford High School GDST 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 Oxford High School GDST's own terms.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the Year 7 Music Scholarship at Oxford High School GDST worth?

It is worth 5% of fees.

Who can apply for the Year 7 Music Scholarship?

Video performance of two contrasting pieces, letter of application, audition/interview.

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.