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Year 7 Drama Scholarship at Reading Blue Coat School.

A drama scholarship for 11+ entry.

In short

The Year 7 Drama Scholarship at Reading Blue Coat School is a drama scholarship for 11+ entry. Assessment is on 14 Nov 2026.

Who can apply for the Year 7 Drama Scholarship?

Students demonstrating exceptional talent in drama

What is the Year 7 Drama Scholarship worth?

  • Drama scholarships at Year 7 entry.
  • Scholarships are honorary and do not carry fee remission.

How do you apply for the Year 7 Drama Scholarship?

Reading Blue Coat School has not published its process here, so check with admissions.

How drama scholarships usually work

Schools usually ask for prepared speeches, often with a group workshop or improvisation, followed by an interview.

  • Choose contrasting speeches and check any time limit.
  • Note any stage work, LAMDA or similar exams and school productions, with dates.
  • Practise taking direction, since panels often ask a child to try a speech differently.

General guidance across schools, not Reading Blue Coat School's own terms.

Key dates

Exam or audition
14 Nov 2026

Frequently asked questions

How much is the Year 7 Drama Scholarship at Reading Blue Coat School worth?

Drama scholarships at Year 7 entry. Scholarships are honorary and do not carry fee remission.

Who can apply for the Year 7 Drama Scholarship?

Students demonstrating exceptional talent in drama.

How are drama scholarships usually assessed?

Schools usually ask for prepared speeches, often with a group workshop or improvisation, followed by an interview.

When is the Year 7 Drama Scholarship assessment?

On 14 Nov 2026.

Source: rbcs.org.uk, checked 10 Nov 2026