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Chess Scholarship at St Helen's School.

The Chess Scholarship at St Helen's School is a scholarship for 11+ entry, worth up to 30% of fees. Applications close on 20 Nov 2026. Assessment is on 12 Jan 2027.

Other scholarship
up to 30% of fees
11+ entry2027-28Closes 20 Nov 2026

At a glance

Value
Up to 30% of fees
Type
Scholarship
Entry point
11+
Entry year
2027-28
Application deadline
20 Nov 2026
Exam / audition
12 Jan 2027 · at school
Interview
12 Jan 2027
Decisions
12 Feb 2027

About the award

11+ Chess Scholarship (up to 30% fees): assessment/interview day for shortlisted candidates Tue 12 Jan 2027.

Who can apply

ECF rating of 900 or above; regular online tournament participant; ideally member of external chess club

Source: sthelens.london · checked 12 Jun 2026. Always confirm terms with the school before applying.

Chess Scholarship: questions parents ask

How much is the Chess Scholarship at St Helen's School worth?
It is worth up to 30% of fees.
When is the Chess Scholarship deadline?
Applications close on 20 Nov 2026.
Who can apply for the Chess Scholarship?
ECF rating of 900 or above; regular online tournament participant; ideally member of external chess club.
When is the Chess Scholarship assessment?
On 12 Jan 2027, at at school.

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