Sport Scholarships at UK Independent Schools
In most schools, sport is a fundamental part of education. Students compete in a wide range of disciplines including: Rugby, Football, Hockey, Cricket, Tennis, Swimming, Netball, Horse Riding, Athletics and Golf.
School of the Week – Truro School
Truro School is located in rural Cornwall and life there makes for a traditional English experience. The majority of students are from a local background. The boarding community is small and therefore maintains a warm family feel. Truro is a welcoming school that maximises the potential of its students. Geology is offered as a subject.
School of the week – St Georges School for Girls, Edinburgh
St Georges is a famous all-girls school located near the Murryfield Sports Stadium in Edinburgh. It combines elements of the English and Scottish education systems. On both counts the school’s results compare with the best in Scotland. A particular strength of the school is the Art Department and the Tennis Academy. The school is a perfect environment for a true Scottish experience.
IB at Oakham
Oakham School is one of the top IB boarding schools in England, excelling in sports like hockey, rugby, and golf.
School of the Week – Oakham School
Oakham School was founded in 1584 and is renowned for being innovative. It was the first independent all boys school to accept girls and introduced the IB qualification over 10 years ago. The results have been impressive (2012 IB Points average = 37.8). It is particularly successful at rugby, hockey and cricket.
School of the week - Repton School
Repton School is a prestigious and flourishing school in the Midlands founded in 1557. It achieves very good results and excels at sport, art and drama. In 2012, 11% of Year 13 went to Oxbridge. School teams have been National Champions in hockey, cricket, swimming and tennis in recent years.