In short
The Art Scholarship at St Mary's Calne is an art scholarship for 11+ entry.
Who can apply for the Art Scholarship?
Girls demonstrating excellence and potential in art
What is the Art Scholarship worth?
Assessments take place in January prior to entry.
How do you apply for the Art Scholarship?
St Mary's Calne has not published its process here, so check with admissions.
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 Mary's Calne's own terms.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Art Scholarship at St Mary's Calne worth?
Assessments take place in January prior to entry.
Who can apply for the Art Scholarship?
Girls demonstrating excellence and potential in art.
How are art scholarships usually assessed?
Schools usually ask for a portfolio, then often set a timed practical task and talk to your child about their work.
Source: stmaryscalne.org, checked 4 Nov 2026