A level scholarship applications are carefully assessed and take into consideration personal statements, participation in school activities, positions of responsibility, hobbies, interests and achievements outside of school, as well as ambition.
Students will only be considered for an A level scholarship if they have the academic capability to gain AAA or higher in Year 13 examinations; students applying for higher scholarships must show the potential to attain a minimum of A*A*A* in Year 13 exams.
A level scholarship role models
Everyone at Ashbourne is expected to play their part in making the College a friendly, safe and dynamic place to learn. Mutual respect, tolerance and collaboration reflect the College’s grown-up approach to education and is vital for student happiness which is considered the College’s most important goal. Responding positively to staff feedback and always looking to improve are commitments the College looks for.
I had the best two years of my life as an A level student at Ashbourne. Not only did Ashbourne prepare me extremely well for the A level exams, the music opportunities I was exposed to during my time really helped to develop myself into a better musician.
Verena, Music A level scholarship
Scholarship students are expected to be role models in their behaviour, academic endeavours and wider engagement in College life. This means making every effort to achieve outstanding A level results and gain entry to a top ranking university on a competitive degree course, for example:
- positive and encouraging half-term reports
- preparing thoroughly for all assessments
- seeking to consolidate knowledge, in and outside of lessons
- making a timely, well-planned and compelling university application including super curricular activities, where appropriate, and other initiatives to support the application.
They must comply with the core rules of the College as set below, as well as others in the Student Behaviour and Expulsions Policy:
- attend all classes on time
- submit all assigned work to the best of their ability and on time
- show full commitment to their studies inside and outside of the classroom
- respect fellow students and members of staff.
A level scholarship students must exhibit exemplary behaviour, and College staff should not have to spend time addressing behavioural issues with them.
Respectful behaviour is key and includes not having to be asked more than once to rectify behaviour, e.g., for failing to wear the Ashbourne Lanyard at all times or not complying with the dress code.
Ashbourne Ambassadors
Scholarship students are encouraged to play an active role within the community and to positively contribute to its running, for example by:
- participating in key events, e.g. open evenings and parents’ evenings
- actively engage in the Ashbourne Community, e.g., sports day, The Revue, clubs and activities
- being courteous and polite
- showing flexibility and adaptability to help out the College when reasonable requests are made.
