All Years Awards and Scholarships
Music Awards
Music Scholarships are available at 11+ (Year 7), 13+ (Year 9) and 16+ (Year 12).
We welcome applications from both internal and external candidates; an offer of a Scholarship is conditional on gaining entry to one of the Schools in the Loughborough Schools Foundation.
Music Scholarships are available by audition in January to exceptional practical musicians, whether instrumentalists or vocalists. They provide the framework for a comprehensive partnership between the pupil and the Music department. Music Scholarships will be tenable for the duration of a pupil’s time at the Loughborough Schools Foundation, subject to annual review. They comprise individually tailored support with performance practice, music theory and aural skills, unrivalled ensemble experience and full access to the Enhanced Music Programme. Scholars must be enthusiastic and able musicians, who can demonstrate their passion for the subject as well as their technical skill. They will be mentored throughout their time at School to ensure they become the best musicians that they can be. Competition for Scholarships is very fierce, and they are strictly limited in number.
Please click here to submit a Music Scholarship Application Form
Sports Scholarship
There are two application points for our Sports Scholarships: Year 9 (13+) and Year 12 (16+). Recipients of the 13+ Scholarship would need to re-apply for the 16+ Scholarship in Year 12. The Sports Scholarship comes with a fee remission of up to 20%. The exact amount will be at the discretion of the Head of the relevant School in consultation with the Director of Sport, based on the individual’s sporting ability and potential in the School’s major team sports. To be considered, applicants should be at least near selection for age-relevant representative and development pathways at county or regional level.
Learn about the application process here.
Years 7 – 11 Awards and Scholarships
Sporting Talent Award
Available to pupils entering Year 7 (11+) or Year 8 (12+) we are looking for pupils who demonstrate evidence of athletic ability and the aptitude to work hard, demonstrating self-motivation and a clear desire to compete and strive for success. Pupils applying for this award, will have advanced physical competences and movement skills, and will benefit from a high level of coaching. Our Sporting Talent Award entitles the successful applicant to a single award of £500 to enhance their sporting experience.
Sixth Form Awards and Scholarships
The Tilsley Sixth Form Scholarship
Next Awarded: September 2025-26
The Tilsley Sixth Form Scholarship provides a wonderful opportunity for a Sixth Former with a household income of £40,000 (or demonstrating financial need) or less, wishing to attend Loughborough Amherst School.
The scholarship is funded by a generous donation from an OLCS (Our Lady’s Convent School) alumna and, with additional SAP (School Assisted Place) funding from Loughborough Amherst School, could cover up to 100% of school fees.
As a condition of the award the holder will commit to a written update in their first term and at the end of each school year to share with the donor the opportunities they have had thanks to the funding, and the difference the scholarship has made to them.
Find out more about the Tilsley Sixth Form Scholarship
Harry Humber Sixth Form Music Scholarship
Next Awarded: September 2026-27
The Worshipful Company of Plaisterers’ Harry Humber Music Scholarship is available for a Sixth Form musician who is living in Leicestershire or Nottinghamshire with a household income of £40,000 (or demonstrating financial need) and has made an application to attend Loughborough Grammar School, Loughborough High School or Loughborough Amherst School.
The scholarship will provide £7,500 a year towards tuition fees with the opportunity to top up to 100% based on financial need.
As a condition of the award, the recipient will perform at Plaisterers’ Hall once a year. We will also provide The Worshipful Company of Plaisterers’ with an annual update on the scholar’s progress during their time in Sixth Form.
Please click here to find out more about the 2024 Harry Humber Sixth Form Music Scholarship
Sir Thomas White Trust Scholarship for Sixth Form
Next Awarded: September 2025-26
Loughborough Schools Foundation are pleased to invite strong academic applicants who live in Leicestershire and Rutland to apply for the Sir Thomas White Trust Scholarship. The Scholarship is available for students who are currently educated in a state school and who would not have the means to pay for a place normally. The Scholarship will contribute towards tuition fees for Sixth Form study for two years.
As part of the application process, please specify if you would like to apply for this scholarship.
For further information or to make an application, please contact Hannah Wyatt, on 01509 638280 or by email amherst.admissions@lsf.org