Scholarships

Maximise your child’s potential with a St Margaret’s Berwick Grammar General Excellence Means-Tested Scholarship

 

Expressions of interest for Year 8-11 General Excellence Means-Tested Scholarships in 2027 are now open.

Thanks to a generous bequest, St Margaret’s Berwick Grammar can offer General Excellence Scholarships for students entering Years 8 to 11, in line with the wishes of the donor.

General Excellence Scholarships support students of exemplary work ethic and good character who would not otherwise be able to attend St Margaret’s Berwick Grammar without the benefit of a scholarship.

These scholarships are for students who demonstrate:

• the ability to make a positive and significant contribution to the life of the School
• exceptional ability or promise in one or more of our 4 As (Academics, Athleticism, Artistry, and Adventure)
• an exemplary work ethic
• strong academic potential
• they would not otherwise be able to attend the School without the financial support of a scholarship as evidenced by completing our means-tested financial assessment

These scholarships are available for new students, with the remission amount varying to cover partial tuition fees based on family need, the applicant, and the availability of scholarships each year.

Final submissions will close on 1 October 2026. We recommend applying as soon as possible, as expressions of interest will be considered on an ongoing basis until this date.

Application Process

1. Apply
2. Interview

Apply Now / Register your expression of interest

Our 2026 Academic scholarship opportunities closed on Friday, 24 April 2026 at 4.00 pm. 

Our 2027 Academic scholarship opportunities will open in March 2027 for 2029.

Eligibility

• Students currently in Year 3 for Year 5; and
• Students currently in Year 5 for Year 7;
• Must be an Australian citizen, permanent Australian resident, or temporary resident.
• Currently at SMBG or attending another school.
• Must apply using the School’s Scholarship Application Form.

Value

A percentage of the annual tuition fees.

Information required within the Scholarship Application

• Evaluation of a 200-word statement on why the candidate is applying for this scholarship; this should be written by the student, demonstrating their accomplishments, talents, any leadership experience and their reasons for wanting to attend SMBG.
• The student’s most recent NAPLAN test results.
• The student’s two most recent school reports.

Application Process

1. Apply
2. Sit the Scholarship Test
3. Interview

Our 2026 Music scholarship opportunities closed on Friday, 24 April 2026 at 4.00 pm. 

Our 2027 Music scholarship opportunities will open in March 2027 for 2029.

Eligibility

• For students in Year 3 for Year 5 and up.
• Must be an Australian citizen, permanent Australian resident, or temporary resident.
• Currently at SMBG or attending another school.
• Must apply using the School’s Scholarship Application Form.
• Suggested performance standards, based on AMEB levels, for students entering the Performing Arts program: 
  • Students commencing at a Year 5 academic level should generally be performing at approximately AMEB Grade 4 standard.  
  • Students commencing in Year 7 should generally be performing at approximately AMEB Grade 5 standard.  

Value

A percentage of the annual tuition fees.

Information required within the Scholarship Application

• All applicants are required to audition.
• In the audition, students will be required to present: 
  • Two contrasting works on their chosen instrument or voice,  
  • Copies of sheet music for both performances.  
• To be considered ALL candidates must provide (upload) the following information in their application:
  • Most recent school report (upload to Student’s most recent school report (e.g. semester 2)
  • Second most recent school report (upload to Student’s second most recent school report (e.g. semester 1)
  • Latest NAPLAN results (upload to Student’s NAPLAN)
  • Candidates’ digital portfolio (upload to Portfolio documents to support scholarship(s) – Single PDF Document containing copies of achievements, certificates, references and links to videos of performances and concerts.
  • Complete the Music Scholarship specific questions.

Application Process

1. Apply
2. Attend Audition
3. Interview

Our 2026 Dance scholarship opportunities closed on Friday, 24 April 2026 at 4.00 pm. 

Our 2027 Dance scholarship opportunities will open in March 2027 for 2029.

Eligibility

• For students entering Senior School.
• Must be an Australian citizen, permanent Australian resident, or temporary resident.
• Currently at SMBG or attending another school.
• Must apply using the School’s Scholarship Application Form.

Value

A percentage of the annual tuition fees.

Information required within the Scholarship Application

• Evaluation of a 200-word statement on why the candidate is applying for this scholarship; this should be written by the student, demonstrating their accomplishments, talents, any leadership experience, and their reasons for wanting to attend SMBG.
• The student’s most recent NAPLAN test results.
• The student’s two most recent school reports.
• Candidates’ digital portfolio (upload to Portfolio documents to support scholarship(s) – Single PDF Document containing copies of achievements, certificates, references, and links to videos of performances and concerts.
• Complete the Dance-specific questions in the application form.

Application Process

1. Apply
2. Attend Audition
3. Interview

Our 2026 Art and Design scholarship opportunities closed on Friday, 24 April 2026 at 4.00 pm. 

Our 2027 Art and Design scholarship opportunities will open in March 2027 for 2029.

Eligibility

• For students entering Senior School.
• Must be an Australian citizen, permanent Australian resident, or temporary resident.
• Currently at SMBG or attending another school.
• Must apply using the School’s Scholarship Application Form.

Value

A percentage of the annual tuition fees.

Information required within the Scholarship Application

• Evaluation of a 200-word statement on why the candidate is applying for this scholarship; this should be written by the student, demonstrating their accomplishments, talents, any leadership experience, and their reasons for wanting to attend SMBG.
• The student’s most recent NAPLAN test results.
• The student’s two most recent school reports.
• Candidates’ digital portfolio (upload to Portfolio documents to support scholarship(s) – Single PDF Document which should include up to 5 examples of your work.
  • Works can be from any medium or art form.
  • Candidates’ portfolio work will be assessed on the originality and creative expression of their work.

Application Process

1. Apply
2. Attend workshop
3. Interview

Our 2026 Sport scholarship opportunities closed on Friday, 24 April 2026 at 4.00 pm. 

Our 2027 Sport scholarship opportunities will open in March 2027 for 2029.

Eligibility

• For students entering Senior School.
• Must be an Australian citizen, permanent Australian resident, or temporary resident.
• Currently at SMBG or attending another school.
• Must apply using the School’s Scholarship Application Form.

Value

A percentage of the annual tuition fees.

Information required within the Scholarship Application

• Evaluation of a 200-word statement on why the candidate is applying for this scholarship; this should be written by the student, demonstrating their accomplishments, talents, any leadership experience, and their reasons for wanting to attend SMBG.
• The student’s most recent NAPLAN test results.
• The student’s two most recent school reports.
• Proof of performing at a state or national standard in a Sport offered by SMBG.
• Proof of contribution/s to the broader community.

Application Process

1. Apply
2. Interview