The Art Scholarship at St Helen's School is an art scholarship for 11+ entry, worth up to 30% of fees. Applications close on 20 Nov 2026. Assessment is on 11 Jan 2027.
Who can apply for the Art Scholarship?
Self-motivated creative learners
What is the Art Scholarship worth?
Worth up to 30% of fees, as published by St Helen's School.
11+ Art Scholarship (up to 30% fees): assessment day for shortlisted candidates Mon 11 Jan 2027.
How do you apply for the Art Scholarship?
- Submit digital portfolio
- shortlisted candidates attend assessment with physical portfolio, interview and 50-minute observational drawing task.
How art scholarships usually work
Schools usually ask for a portfolio, then often set a timed practical task and talk to your child about their work.
- Ask how many pieces to bring and whether they can be photographed or must be originals.
- Show a range of media, including sketchbooks that show how ideas developed.
- Make sure your child can talk about why they made each piece.
General guidance across schools, not St Helen's School's own terms.
Key dates
- Deadline
- 20 Nov 2026
- Exam or audition
- 11 Jan 2027, at school
- Decisions
- 12 Feb 2027
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Art Scholarship at St Helen's School worth?
It is worth up to 30% of fees.
When is the Art Scholarship deadline?
Applications close on 20 Nov 2026.
Who can apply for the Art Scholarship?
Self-motivated creative learners.
How do you apply for the Art Scholarship?
Submit digital portfolio; shortlisted candidates attend assessment with physical portfolio, interview and 50-minute observational drawing task.
When is the Art Scholarship assessment?
On 11 Jan 2027, at at school.
Source: sthelens.london, checked 4 Nov 2026