Scholarships

The Foundation Scholarship provides remission of up to 50% of tuition fees for new students entering Year 10, for the remaining duration of the student's schooling. Preference is offered to boarding students.

Description

To be considered for a Foundation Scholarship, students are expected to meet the following selection criteria:
* Demonstrate a sound academic record and continue to make good academic progress, displaying conduct of a high standard throughout her schooling.
* Demonstrate skills and participation across a number of key areas including leadership, sports, music, the arts or community service.
* Commit to participating in the life of the School, and show the potential to positively contribute to the community. 
* Display good character and embrace the School’s values of Courage, Commitment, Community and Growth.

Consideration is also given to candidates with demonstrated financial needs who would not otherwise be able to attend Walford.

Currently accepting applications for 2026 and 2027.

A Principal's Scholarship provides remission of up to 40% of tuition fees for the remaining duration of the student's schooling at Walford. New students for Years 7 to 12 are eligible to apply.

Description

To be considered for a Principal’s Scholarship, students are expected to meet the following selection criteria:
* Demonstrate a sound academic record and continue to make good academic progress, displaying conduct of a high standard throughout her schooling.
* Demonstrate skills and participation across a number of key areas including leadership, sports, music, The Arts or community service.
* Commit to participating in the life of the School, and show the potential to positively contribute to the community.
* Display good character and alignment with the School’s values of Courage, Commitment, Community and Growth.

Consideration is also given to candidates with demonstrated financial needs who would not otherwise be able to attend Walford.

Accepting applications for the 2026-2028 school years.

The Thomas and Gwenyth (Bonnar) Gepp Bursary provides remission for new students entering Years 7 to 11 of up to 50% of tuition fees. Preference is offered to boarding students.

The Thomas and Gwenyth (Bonnar) Gepp Bursary is named in honour of Mrs Gwenyth Gepp (nee Bonnar), who graduated from Walford in 1939, before later returning as a sports mistress in the mid-1940s. Mrs Gepp predeceased her husband, Thomas, and, following his passing in early 2018, we learnt that together they had decided to generously bequeath a gift to the School to be used for a descendant of a Walford old scholar or boarding student who may not otherwise have the means to attend Walford Anglican School for Girls and for certain other purposes.

Description

To be considered for this Bursary, students are expected to meet at least one of the following selection criteria:
* Be a descendant of a Walford Old Scholar.
* Live in a remote/regional area.
* Demonstrated financial need and not otherwise be able to attend Walford.

Accepting applications for 2026 and 2027 entry.

A Boarding Scholarship provides remission of up to 50% of tuition fees for the remaining duration of the student's schooling. New students entering Years 7 to 12 are eligible to apply.

Description

To be considered for a Boarding Scholarship, students are expected to meet the following selection criteria:
* Be a new student entering the Boarding House. 
* Demonstrate good academic progress, displaying conduct of a high standard throughout her schooling.
* Commit to participation in the life of the School and show the potential to positively contribute to the community.
* Display good character and embrace the School’s values of Courage, Commitment, Community and Growth.

Consideration is also given to candidates residing in an isolated location and/or with demonstrated financial needs who would not otherwise be able to attend Walford.

Accepting applications for the 2026-2028 school years.

Walford offers a variety of scholarships, including academic, sport, the arts, boarding and all-rounder. Most scholarships are open to new students commencing in the Secondary School; however, there are also scholarships available for current students, and girls in Years 5 or 6. We encourage families to review the application criteria carefully to find the scholarships suitable for their daughter.

Most new students can apply for a scholarship online using the New Student Scholarship Application Form. Please ensure applications include verifiable demonstration of the scholarship selection criteria. Applicants are required to include a written (maximum 1 page) or video (maximum 3 minutes) reflection, addressing the selection criteria and what they hope to contribute to the School community going forward.

Applications for academic scholarships need to be submitted through ACER, and students will need to sit the ACER scholarship test, which typically takes place in February.

Current Walford students can submit via this application form, and will need to login to their Walford account to do so.

The strongest scholarship applications are those that provide a clear and well-rounded picture of the student. Information that helps assessors make informed decisions include academic results, evidence of involvement and achievement in areas such as leadership, sport, music, the arts or community service, and examples that demonstrate character, values, and a willingness to contribute to School life. Thoughtful supporting documentation, genuine personal reflections, and complete, well-prepared applications also help the selection panel understand the student's potential and suitability for the scholarship.

Each application is carefully reviewed against the scholarship criteria and supporting documentation. Shortlisted candidates may be invited to attend an interview, complete an assessment, audition, or provide further information, depending on the scholarship category. Following a thorough evaluation process, successful applicants are notified of the outcome and offered a scholarship remission amount determined by the School. As scholarship decisions are made through a rigorous selection process, the outcome and remission awarded are final and not subject to negotiation.

Scholarships provide a remission on tuition fees, the amount of which is determined through a thorough and carefully considered selection process. They do not usually cover all costs associated with attending school. Families should clarify what is included, such as tuition, and what remains payable, including uniforms, camps, excursions, technology levies, co-curricular activities, music lessons, and boarding fees where applicable.