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Academic, Art, Drama, Music and Sport Scholarships at Plymouth College.

An all-rounder scholarship.

In short

The Academic, Art, Drama, Music and Sport Scholarships at Plymouth College is an all-rounder scholarship.

Who can apply for the Academic, Art, Drama, Music and Sport Scholarships?

  • Pupils joining the Senior School at 13+ or Sixth Form (16+)
  • internal awards for Years 8 and 11.

How do you apply for the Academic, Art, Drama, Music and Sport Scholarships?

Plymouth College 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 Plymouth College's own terms.

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for the Academic, Art, Drama, Music and Sport Scholarships?

Pupils joining the Senior School at 13+ or Sixth Form (16+); internal awards for Years 8 and 11.

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: plymouthcollege.com, checked 4 Nov 2026