The Music Scholarship at St Mary's School Ascot is a music scholarship for 11+ entry, worth up to 5% of fees. The last published deadline was 10 Oct 2025; check with the school for the next round.
Who can apply for the Music Scholarship?
Applicants for 11+ or 13+ with outstanding music potential
What is the Music Scholarship worth?
Worth up to 5% of fees, as published by St Mary's School Ascot.
- Music Scholarship (5% of fees + up to three 30-min lessons/week) at 11+/13+.
- Application by Fri 10 Oct 2025
- interview and audition Wed 5 Nov 2025 at school.
How do you apply for the Music Scholarship?
- Application form signed by the Head with a report from the first study instrument teacher
- selected candidates are called for interview and audition with the Director of Music.
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 St Mary's School Ascot's own terms.
Key dates
- Deadline
- 10 Oct 2025 (past)
- Interview
- 5 Nov 2025 (past)
Dates usually move each year, so confirm the next round with the school.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Music Scholarship at St Mary's School Ascot worth?
It is worth up to 5% of fees.
When is the Music Scholarship deadline?
The last published deadline was 10 Oct 2025. It usually falls at the same time each year, so check the next date with St Mary's School Ascot's admissions office.
Who can apply for the Music Scholarship?
Applicants for 11+ or 13+ with outstanding music potential.
How do you apply for the Music Scholarship?
Application form signed by the Head with a report from the first study instrument teacher; selected candidates are called for interview and audition with the Director of Music.
Source: st-marys-ascot.co.uk, checked 4 Nov 2026