Scholarships

For students in Years 3 – 11 2027 and in Year 7 2028

Academic scholarships are awarded on the basis of the academic performance of the applicant in the scholarship examination, to be held on 14 February 2026.

• Applicants are also assessed on their submitted portfolio.
• Short-listed candidates will be interviewed by the Principal.

As part of the application process applicants must upload the following documents.

• A copy of the student’s birth certificate
• Evidence of Australian citizenship or permanent residency (if the applicant or the applicant’s parents were not born in Australia)
• A copy of the student’s two most recent school reports
• A copy of the student’s most recent NAPLAN results (if applicable)
• Copies of any awards for academic achievement.

These scholarships are awarded at the Principal’s discretion and offer a part tuition fee remission for the duration of the student’s education.

• Applicants must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
• Applicants must be a current Year 2 – 10 student (in 2026).
• Applications open to new and current Kingswood College students.

By applying for this scholarship, students are affirming their commitment to Kingswood College and undertaking to remain part of our community for the longer term.

The College does not provide the scholarship examination results to applicants/parents.

Applications close on Wednesday 4 February 2026.

For students in Years 5 - 11 in 2027 and in Year 7 2028.

Choral scholarships are designed for students who have significant experience singing in choirs, either within their current schools or externally.  Students should possess experience of singing in high-level performance choirs and demonstrate:

• commitment to and enthusiasm for choral performance;
• an understanding of the choral rehearsal process;
• knowledge of appropriate choral technique; and
• established sight-reading skills.

Applicants for this scholarship will be asked to attend an audition which will involve:

• performing their respective part of two choral works, accompanied by a recording of a full choir singing the chosen work.
• demonstrating their sight-reading capacity
• participating in a short interview.

Successful applicants will be required to participate fully in the College's Choral Program, as well as adopting leadership positions within the Kingswood choirs when requested.

Choral scholarships are awarded on the basis of an applicant’s submitted portfolio, an audition and interview. Applicants will be sent additional information regarding audition times.

As part of the application process applicants must upload the following documents.

• A copy of the student’s birth certificate
• Evidence of Australian citizenship or permanent residency (if the applicant or the applicant’s parents were not born in Australia)
• A copy of the student’s two most recent school report
• A copy of the student’s most recent NAPLAN results
• Copies of any awards for choral achievement.

These scholarships are awarded at the Principal’s discretion and offer a part tuition fee remission for the duration of the student’s secondary education.

• Applicants must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
• Applicants must be a current Year 4 – 10 student (in 2026).
• Applications are open to new and current Kingswood College students.

By applying for this scholarship, students are affirming their commitment to Kingswood College and undertaking to remain part of our community for the longer term.

Applications close on Wednesday 4 February 2026.

For students in Years 5 - 11 in 2027 and Year 7 2028.

Instrumental scholarships are awarded on the basis of an applicant’s audition and interview.

Minimum AMEB level for eligibility:

• Brass – AMEB Grade 3
• Percussion – AMEB Grade 4 (or equivalent)
• Piano – AMEB Grade 5
• Strings (including guitar and harp) – AMEB Grade 5
• Woodwind – AMEB Grade 3 (or equivalent)

Applicants are also assessed on their submitted portfolio.

These scholarships are awarded at the Principal’s discretion and offer a part tuition fee remission for the duration of the student’s secondary education.

As part of the application process applicants must upload the following documents.

• A copy of the student’s birth certificate
• Evidence of Australian citizenship or permanent residency (if the applicant or the applicant’s parents were not born in Australia)
• A copy of the student’s two most recent school reports
• A copy of the student’s most recent NAPLAN results
• Copies of AMEB exam results
• Copies of any awards for instrumental achievement

Scholarship applicants will be required to attend an audition with the Head of Music. Applicants will be sent additional information regarding audition times.

Applicants will be shortlisted on the basis of their audition. Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed by the Principal.

• Applicants must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
• Applicants must be a current Year 4 – 10 student (in 2026).
• Applications are open to new and current Kingswood College students.

By applying for this scholarship, students are affirming their commitment to Kingswood College and undertaking to remain part of our community for the longer term.

Applications close on Wednesday 4 February 2026.

For students in Years 5 - 11 in 2027 and in Year 7 2028.

Visual Arts Scholarships are designed for students who have strong skills in the Visual Arts and a desire to lead and inspire others in this area.

As part of the application process applicants must upload the following documents.

• A copy of the student’s birth certificate;
• Evidence of Australian citizenship or permanent residency (if the applicant or the applicant’s parents were not born in Australia)
• A copy of the student’s two most recent school report
• A copy of the student’s most recent NAPLAN results

Applicants for Visual Arts Scholarships are required to attend an interview to present their portfolio. Applicants will be provided with their folio interview time once the application has been received. Applicants must be available to attend the folio interview as scheduled. 

A folio of work can include:

• Art created during school years
• Drawing, painting and sculptural artwork produced at home
• Sketchbooks of student illustrations
• Photographs of student’s artwork
• Other creative visual solutions

These scholarships are awarded at the Principal’s discretion and offer a part tuition fee remission for the duration of the student’s secondary education.

Applicants will be shortlisted on the basis of their folio interview. Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed by the Principal.

• Applicants must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
• Applicants must be a current Year 6 – 10 student (in 2026).
• Applications are open to new and current Kingswood College students.

By applying for this scholarship, students are affirming their commitment to Kingswood College and undertaking to remain part of our community for the longer term.

Applications close on Wednesday 4 February 2026.

Applications are open to new female students for commencing in Years 5 – 11 2027 and Year 7 2028

Young Women Wyvern Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic performance and demonstrated excellence in one or more cocurricular areas such as art, music, performance or sport.

Short listed applicants will be interviewed by the Principal

Successful applicants must also have a positive attitude toward learning and school life and be of respectful, resilient, and motivated character.

In addition to the online application, information as outlined below must be uploaded during the applications process.

• A copy of the student’s birth certificate;
• Evidence of Australian citizenship or permanent residency (if the applicant or the applicant’s parents were not born in Australia);
• A copy of the student’s two most recent school reports;
• A copy of the student’s most recent NAPLAN results (all available);
• Copies of any awards for academic achievement.
• Applicants will also be asked to outline how their achievements and attitude demonstrate the College's values of respect, kindness, courage, perseverance and excellence.

These scholarships are awarded at the Principal’s discretion and offer a part tuition fee remission for the duration of the student’s education.

• Applicants must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
• Applicants must be a current Year 4 – 10 student (in 2026).
• Applications open to new students only. Current Kingswood College students are no eligible to apply.

By applying for this scholarship, students are affirming their commitment to Kingswood College and undertaking to remain part of our community for the longer term.

Applications close on Wednesday 4 February 2026.