In short
The Sports Scholarship at St Swithun's School is a sport scholarship.
Who can apply for the Sports Scholarship?
Playing at county level or above in one of lacrosse, netball, cricket, tennis and athletics.
What is the Sports Scholarship worth?
Formally recognises achievement and attitude in sports.
How do you apply for the Sports Scholarship?
Candidates are invited to an interview and an assessment day.
How sport scholarships usually work
Schools usually run a practical trial and look at your child's record at club, county or national level, often with a coach's reference.
- Keep a simple record of teams, levels and results, with dates.
- Ask a club coach early for a reference.
- Check which sports the school assesses. Some ask for strength in two.
General guidance across schools, not St Swithun's School's own terms.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Sports Scholarship at St Swithun's School worth?
Formally recognises achievement and attitude in sports.
Who can apply for the Sports Scholarship?
Playing at county level or above in one of lacrosse, netball, cricket, tennis and athletics.
How do you apply for the Sports Scholarship?
Candidates are invited to an interview and an assessment day.
Source: stswithuns.com, checked 4 Nov 2026