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11+ Music Scholarship at Queen's Gate School.

A music scholarship for 11+ entry.

In short

The 11+ Music Scholarship at Queen's Gate School is a music scholarship for 11+ entry. The last published deadline was 6 Nov 2026; check with the school for the next round.

What is the 11+ Music Scholarship worth?

Scholarship auditions in Music, Drama and Art held Saturday 9th and Saturday 16th January 2027.

How do you apply for the 11+ Music Scholarship?

Queen's Gate School 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 Queen's Gate School's own terms.

Key dates

Deadline
6 Nov 2026 (past)
Interview
9 Jan 2027
Decisions
12 Feb 2027

Dates usually move each year, so confirm the next round with the school.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the 11+ Music Scholarship at Queen's Gate School worth?

Scholarship auditions in Music, Drama and Art held Saturday 9th and Saturday 16th January 2027.

When is the 11+ Music Scholarship deadline?

The last published deadline was 6 Nov 2026. It usually falls at the same time each year, so check the next date with Queen's Gate School's admissions office.

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.

Source: queensgate.org.uk, checked 12 Jun 2026