Scholarship
The Fortes Scholarship Programme is a recognition of ability and application and is aimed at those students who have not only demonstrated a high level of academic, sporting or artistic ability, but those who have also shown themselves as being highly motivated and driven to achieve the highest possible standards with all aspects of their life.
Inspiring Purpose. Driving Passion.
With exceptional teachers and subject specialists, we provide a dynamic and innovative curriculum that is designed to meet the individual needs, talents and interests of our students.
Below we have answered some of the key questions that you may have about the Fortes Scholarship Programme.
Currently, our Fortes Schools are offering the following scholarship categories:
- Academic Scholarship
We are looking for those who consistently achieve academic excellence and strive for a place at the world’s top universities. - Sports Scholarship
We are looking for the outstanding performers who we can prepare for those cheering crowds. - Music Scholarship
We are looking for the passionate performer who we can help touch millions. - Art Scholarship
We are looking for the eccentric artist who we can nurture to make heads tilt. - Student of the Future Scholarship
We are looking for the visionary thinker who we can mould for the jobs of the future. - The Founder’s Scholarship
We are looking for the gifted and talented who we can support in their journey to become legends.
Do keep the following documents ready before you fill in the application form:
Criteria for All Scholars
- 2 references
- 3 Essay questions
- Personal statement (< 500 words)
- Scholarship question (<500 words)
- Leadership essay (< 500 words)
- Video presentation (< 7 mins)
Video must have:- Introduction to yourself
- Why do you deserve this scholarship?
Additional Criteria for Academic Scholars
- CAT score = or > 133
- For students applying for Year 10, 11 and 13: GL Data in Y9 and Y10 to be Stanine 8 or above in English, Maths and or Science
- For students applying for Year 12: 10 or more GCSEs taken with scores of 7-9’s or A to A*
Additional Criteria for Sports Scholars
- Student should have achieved national/international sporting representative honours in at least 1 of the following sports – Football, Swimming, Basketball, Cricket, Netball, Golf, Rugby, Volleyball, Athletics, Tennis. Valid for the last 2 years Or any notable awards received.
Additional Criteria for Music Scholars
- Student should have achieved Grade 6 in at least 1 musical instrument or voice through Trinity or ABRSM Valid in the last 3 years
- Evidence of solo live performance outside of school
Additional Criteria for Art Scholars
- Portfolio and evidence of exhibition
Additional Criteria for Student of the Future Scholars
- Portfolio and evidence of having a future skill. Skill can be Coding, Crypto, Social Work, Robotics, etc.
- Certifications/endorsements required.
Students in Year 9 (British Curriculum) or equivalent in other curriculums applying for Year 10 and upwards are eligible for scholarships.
New Student to the School
- After filling the Admission Application Form
Complete the admission application form to the Fortes School. At the end of the application form, select the button to ‘Apply for Scholarship’. You will be directed to the Scholarship Form. - Request for the Scholarship Form
You can also request for the Scholarship Form from the admissions team, who will send you a unique link. However, the Application Form is mandatory in this case as well.
Sunmarke student
- You may apply for the scholarship via the VLE where you will find a link to the Scholarship Application Form. Click here to log in.
- Application Review: Your application will be reviewed by our Academic Panel
- Audition: Should you get shortlisted, you will be invited to the school for an audition
- Interview: If you make it as a finalist, you will be invited for an interview with the Principal of the school
Finally, your application will be assessed and successful applicants could receive a scholarship up to 100%.
A Scholarship is renewable yearly between Year 10 to Year 13. The student’s scholarship continuation is subject to a termly Panel Review that showcases the student’s participation, growth and development.
This is to ensure that we as a school create an environment conducive for a student’s growth. Sunmarke/Regent will:
For All Scholars
- Ensure that the student receives guidance to develop a strong character and becomes a well-rounded individual
- Ensure the student has adequate support to perform academically
- Ensure opportunities to explore leadership positions within the Student Leadership Team
- Ensure opportunities to participate in activities outside the curriculum
For Academic Scholars
- Provide an environment that encourages the student to achieve the highest academic standards
For Sports Scholars
- Provide an environment that ensures student is able to maintain and improve performance
- Ensure that the student has access to facilities to practice and improve skills
For Music Scholars
- Provide an environment that ensures student is able to maintain and improve performance
- Ensure that the student has access to facilities to practice and improve skills
For Art Scholars
- Provide an environment that ensures student is able to maintain and improve performance
- Ensure that the student has access to facilities to practice and improve skills
For Student of the Future Scholar
- Provide an environment that encourages the student to achieve the highest academic standards
- Ensure that the student receives opportunities to meet mentors in the field of interest
“From the minute you walk into Sunmarke, you feel the positivity in the atmosphere, you see the vibrant colour schemes, the amazing facilities, and are always greeted by welcoming, smiling faces in every corridor. This feeling is reflected in the students learning and the way staff and students' value and interactive with each other.”