Academic Scholarships

Year 7 entry: Academic testing required

Year 9 entry: Academic testing required

Years 11 – 13 entry: Academic testing required

All academic scholarship applicants must provide:

• A copy of their most recent school report
• A copy of academic results gained from current educational institution if applicable (NCEA, Cambridge or IB)
• A CV which includes a brief summary of your child’s extracurricular activities (volunteer commitments, associations with groups and organisations, school service) which are not supplied within the school report. Please also include any awards or other significant achievements
• A reference letter (this cannot be from a parent or family member)

Sport Scholarships
Years 7 – 13 entry

At Chilton Saint James we develop a passion for learning in a caring and friendly environment where students feel nurtured.

Sport is integral to this all-round learning experience, and we encourage our students to strive for excellence.

There are two categories where sport scholarships are available to students at Chilton Saint James School.

• The Elite Athlete Scholarship
• The All-Rounder Athlete Scholarship

Applicants must show excellence and commitment to their sport(s) and be willing to contribute to the wider life of the school while meeting the criteria below:

The Elite Athlete Scholarship

The Elite Athlete Scholarship: This applicant must have excelled at a National or International level. This scholarship is for two years and then reviewed.

The All-Rounder Athlete Scholarship

This applicant must have been selected for a representative team or had success at a Regional or National level. This scholarship is for two years and then reviewed.

Scholarship Expectations

The nominee will be expected to:

• Represent CSJ in their chosen sport
• Coach, officiate, or mentor players in CSJ junior teams
• Show an ongoing commitment to their academic studies
• Demonstrate academic improvement at CSJ
• Be a positive role model to others both on and off the field of play
• Be committed to the school ethos and values

All scholarship applicants will be required to

• Complete and submit the Sports Scholarship application form
• Sit an academic entry test
• Attend an interview with the principal and director of sport
• Provide a letter outlining the reason for applying for a Sport scholarship and what personal qualities the applicant would bring to Chilton.
• Provide a copy of a recent school report

Click here to see our Sports Scholarships brochure with further information.

Music Scholarships

Music scholarships are awarded to students who show potential, talent and dedication to their instrument, including voice.  As a guideline, the following standards of attainment on the are a broad expectation for students who wish to apply for a music scholarship.

Year 7 Music Scholarship

Following an audition and academic testing, a minimum of Grade 4 is required by the applicant. This scholarship is for two years and then reviewed.

Year 9 Music Scholarship

Following an audition and academic testing, a minimum of Grade 5 is required by the applicant. This scholarship is for two years and then reviewed.

Year 11 Music Scholarship

Following an audition, a minimum of Grade 6 is required by the applicant. This scholarship is for two years and then reviewed.

Years 12 – 13 Music Scholarship

Following an audition and academic testing, a minimum of Grade 7 is required by the applicant. This scholarship is for two years and then reviewed.

The Audition Process

• Applicants attend an interview with the Chilton leadership team.
• In the audition, applicants perform two contrasting pieces.
• All music scholarship applicants will be required to sit academic testing.

Please provide the following documentation in support of the application:

• A recent school report
• Copies of recent grade examination certificates with mark/comment pages (if applicable)
• A reference from an instrumental or voice teacher
• A letter outlining the reason for applying for a Music scholarship and what personal qualities the applicant would bring to Chilton.

Dance Scholarship: Years 7 – 13 entry

Dance scholarships are awarded to students who show potential, talent and dedication in any dance genre. Students must have achieved highly in recognised dance examinations and/or competitions or be dancing in specialist Regional or National training programmes.

This scholarship award is for two years and is reviewed at the end of the two year period.

There will be academic testing and an interview as part of the scholarship process. If required, you may be asked to submit a video audition.

All dance scholarship applicants must also provide:

• A copy of their most recent school report
• A copy of their most recent dance reports
• A summary of dance achievements
• A letter outlining the reason for applying for a dance scholarship and what personal attributes would make them an outstanding candidate for Chilton Saint James School

Students auditioning for the Year 9 Emerging Chilton Ballet Academy Programme are eligible to apply for this Dance Scholarship. Applications for the Emerging cba programme will open in July and auditions will be held in September. Please advise in your application if you intend to audition for the Emerging cba programme.

Chilton Dance Centre Scholarship: Years 7 – 13 entry

We are excited to offer an opportunity for our Dance Centre students to be part of the Quality teaching and Quality care which characterises a Chilton education. Come and join us on a journey with lifelong experiences both in and out of the classroom.

Candidates must be a part of the Chilton Dance Centre to apply.

There will be academic testing and an interview as part of the scholarship process. This scholarship is for two years and then reviewed.

All Chilton Dance Centre Scholarship applicants must also provide:

• A copy of their most recent school report
• A summary of dance achievements
• A letter outlining the reason for applying for a dance scholarship and what personal attributes would make them an outstanding candidate for Chilton Saint James School

cba Scholarships

cba Scholarships are open.

cba is a unique programme offering promising and dedicated dancers, whose goal is to pursue a career in dance, the best possible platform from which to achieve their potential.

cba allows students to maximise the amount of time spent in the dance studio without neglecting their academic studies. Students spend half of their school day in a range of dance classes including Classical Ballet Technique, Pointe Technique, Repertoire, Contemporary, Character, Coaching, and Conditioning. The remainder of the school day is spent focusing on academic studies in a classroom environment, working towards Cambridge International qualifications. cba students studying for RAD examinations must attend the Chilton Dance Centre syllabus classes in the evening.

The cba Scholarship is available to students entering Year 10 (Year 1 cba) and is for the two-year cba course.

Entry to cba is gained through an audition process, with students required to attend a classical class, a contemporary class, an interview and academic testing. This testing will be done on the audition day.

For further information, please email Bronwyn Bennett: bbennett@chilton.school.nz

Principal’s Scholarship: Years 7 – 13 entry

Occasionally a range of special scholarships are offered at the Principal’s discretion.

A Principal’s Scholarship is reviewed every two years and is for students who support Chilton values and would benefit from a Chilton education but who, due to genuine hardship circumstances, would not be able to attend Chilton.

All Principal scholarship applicants must provide:

• A copy of their most recent school report
• A letter outlining what personal attributes which would positively contribute to the character of Chilton Saint James School

All Principal Scholarship applicants will be required to complete a “Disclosure of Financial Position” document with supporting evidence for their application to be considered by the principal. This form will be sent to applicants on receipt of their principal’s scholarship application. This needs to be accompanied by suitable evidence.

Families who accept a Principal’s Scholarship must be prepared to give back to the school. Families who accept a Principal’s scholarship are expected to reapply every two years as family circumstances may change.

Please note, our Principal’s Scholarship will cover up to 50% of overall tuition fees at Chilton Saint James School.

Applications for our Suzanne Duncan Trust Scholarships are now closed

Suzanne Duncan Trust Scholarships are offered by the Suzanne Duncan Trust Board and are available to students from Years 7  – 13 who are regular and active members of St James’ Church, Lower Hutt.  Please contact St James’ Church to register interest in applying for this scholarship: reception@stjames.net.nz