Sports scholarships

Overview

Sports scholars are expected to play a full role in the PE Department. They are expected to participate in and promote extra-curricular activities in sport. Sports Scholars are ambassadors for sport in and out of lessons and should show this through their effort and attainment in PE lessons and in broader participation beyond lessons. It is possible that sports scholar can retain their scholarship even if they choose not to take PE as a GCSE or A-Level option. However, the expectations to participate fully in the broader life of the subject remains and retention of the scholarship is dependent upon it.

Sports scholars should either be exceptional in any sport (which does not need to be part of the school’s standard PE curriculum) or very good at a range of sports normally undertaken at Rookwood School.

At 11+, candidates should be involved in their chosen sport at local club level and/or school team standard. They will be asked to submit a brief resume of their sporting activities to date, and should also provide a letter of recommendation from their coach or PE teacher. The assessment includes a fitness test and a group sporting activity.

At 13+, candidates should be involved in their chosen sport at local club level and/or school team standard. They will be asked to submit a brief resume of their sporting activities to date, and should also provide a letter of recommendation from their coach or PE teacher. The assessment includes a fitness test and a group sporting activity.

At 16+, candidates should provide a portfolio of evidence, demonstrating their sporting success. This should include letters of recommendation from a coach or teacher. External candidates will also be interviewed and may be required to undertake a fitness assessment. The school reserves the right to interview/assess internal candidates (current Rookwood students).