The Sport Scholarship at The Perse School is a sport scholarship for 7+ entry, worth 5% of fees. The last published deadline was 5 Dec 2025; check with the school for the next round.
Who can apply for the Sport Scholarship?
Representative level in cricket, football, hockey or netball, ability to compete at elite/county/regional/national level
What is the Sport Scholarship worth?
Worth 5% of fees, as published by The Perse School.
Assessment of physical and technical sporting ability, interview with Director of Sport
How do you apply for the Sport Scholarship?
- Complete the sports section of the registration form with evidence
- shortlisted applicants have an interview and short presentation with the sports senior leadership team.
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 The Perse School's own terms.
Key dates
- Deadline
- 5 Dec 2025 (past)
Dates usually move each year, so confirm the next round with the school.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the Sport Scholarship at The Perse School worth?
It is worth 5% of fees. Assessment of physical and technical sporting ability, interview with Director of Sport.
When is the Sport Scholarship deadline?
The last published deadline was 5 Dec 2025. It usually falls at the same time each year, so check the next date with The Perse School's admissions office.
Who can apply for the Sport Scholarship?
Representative level in cricket, football, hockey or netball, ability to compete at elite/county/regional/national level.
How do you apply for the Sport Scholarship?
Complete the sports section of the registration form with evidence; shortlisted applicants have an interview and short presentation with the sports senior leadership team.
Source: perse.co.uk, checked 4 Nov 2026