McAuley Scholarship Application

At Our Lady’s Abingdon School we believe that every pupil should do their very best in whatever subject they select for study. Our motto, ‘whatever you do, do it well’ is aptly supported by our extensive scholarship programme which includes Academia, Art, Drama, Music and Sport. All scholarships are open to both internal and external candidates and are awarded in the academic year before they come into effect. The application process begins with completing the below ONLINE application form. This helps us determine your suitability for a specific scholarship programme. Scholarships are not means tested and may vary in value.

Pupil Details

Surname*

Forename*

What School are you currently attending*

Current Year*

Date of Birth

Select the McAuley Scholarship Award you are applying for. Please select the Art Scholarship to apply for Textiles, DT or Art.

Select the year group

Academic question 1: What qualities do you think a Scholar should possess?

Academic question 2: What is your definition of leadership?

Please choose two subjects for your scholarship assessment papers:

Subject 1:

Subject 2:

Answer one of the following FIVE questions.
Answers should be approximately 500 words and presented as a formal piece of writing.

Should literature be moralising?

Albert Einstein famously said ‘the greatest scientists are always artists as well’. Discuss the ways that scientists can also be seen as artists?

How could society respond to the fact that misinformation can be harmful while recognising the value of free expression?

Since 1950, the number of unique languages spoken has declined. To what extent should we be concerned by the increasing number of extinct languages?

Is faith anything other than uncertain belief on incomplete evidence?

Choose one of the options

Select the year group

Art question 1: What qualities would an arts scholar need to demonstrate?

Art question 2: How would you define leadership?

Art is a disruptive form designed to bring about social and political change. Discuss how far you agree with this statement in relation to your chosen art form.
Answers should be approximately 500 words and presented as a formal piece of writing.

Select the year group

Music question 1: Please provide a record of musical experience and grades with a short comment from a referee (in practice a current instrumental/singing teacher)

Music question 2: What qualities would a music scholar need to demonstrate?

Music question 3: How would you define leadership?

Discuss how music has a positive impact on mental and physical wellbeing. Refer to at least one musician in your response.
Answers should be approximately 500 words and presented as a formal piece of writing.

Please provide a record of musical experience and grades with a short comment from a referee
(in practice a current instrumental/singing teacher).

Select the year group

Drama question 1: What qualities would a drama scholar need to demonstrate?

Drama question 2: How would you define leadership?

Drawing upon your past experiences as a performer and audience member, describe why Drama is important to you.
Answers should be approximately 500 words and presented as a formal piece of writing.

Select the year group

Sport question 1: What is your current sport and level of participation? Please list any previous ‘notable’ sporting achievements.

Sport question 2: What qualities would a sport scholar need to demonstrate?

Sport question 3: How would you define leadership?

Discuss the role that sport can play in strengthening national pride?
Answers should be approximately 500 words and presented as a formal piece of writing.

Please upload a transcript of your most recent grades and any other references pertinent to your application.
you can upload a maximum of 3 files.