The Creative Arts Scholarship at St James Preparatory School is an art scholarship for 4+ entry, worth up to 25% of fees. Applications close on 6 Jan 2027. Assessment is on 20 Jan 2027.
Who can apply for the Creative Arts Scholarship?
Candidates with exceptional strengths in Music, Performing Arts or Visual Arts, currently in Years 2 to 5.
What is the Creative Arts Scholarship worth?
Worth up to 25% of fees, as published by St James Preparatory School.
Up to 25% of tuition fees
How do you apply for the Creative Arts Scholarship?
- Assessment depends on the chosen medium (music performance, prepared performance, or showing artwork)
- applicants give details on their application.
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 James Preparatory School's own terms.
Key dates
- Deadline
- 6 Jan 2027
- Exam or audition
- 20 Jan 2027
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Creative Arts Scholarship at St James Preparatory School worth?
It is worth up to 25% of fees.
When is the Creative Arts Scholarship deadline?
Applications close on 6 Jan 2027.
Who can apply for the Creative Arts Scholarship?
Candidates with exceptional strengths in Music, Performing Arts or Visual Arts, currently in Years 2 to 5.
How do you apply for the Creative Arts Scholarship?
Assessment depends on the chosen medium (music performance, prepared performance, or showing artwork); applicants give details on their application.
When is the Creative Arts Scholarship assessment?
On 20 Jan 2027.
Source: stjamesschools.com, checked 4 Nov 2026