Walford Scholarships

The following Academic Scholarships are awarded annually to new or continuing students in Years 5 to 10:

• Year 5 Entrance
• Year 6 Nina Morrison
• Year 7 Academic Excellence
• Year 8 Lydia Adamson
• Year 9 Ellen Benham
• Year 10 Mabel Jewell Baker

Academic Scholarships provide remission of up to 50% of tuition fees for up to eight years.

Students who wish to be considered must undertake the Walford Academic Examination on Thursday 12 November, 2026.

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Please note: Academic Scholarship applications close on Sunday 1 November 2026.

The Foundation Scholarship provides remission of up to 50% of tuition fees for new students entering Year 10, who are not already attending Walford 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.

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The Years 7-11 Principal's Scholarship provides remission of up to 40% of tuition fees for new students who are not already attending Walford for the remaining duration of the student's schooling. Current Walford students are eligible for the Year 7 Principal's Scholarship.

Description

To be considered for a Principal’s Scholarship, students are expected to meet the following selection criteria:
* Be a new student entering Walford (with the exception of Year 7, which is open to current Walford students also).
* 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.

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The Years 7-11 Thomas and Gwenyth (Bonnar) Gepp Bursary provides remission of up to 50% of tuition fees for new students who are not already attending Walford for the remaining duration of the student's schooling. 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.

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Members of the Walford Old Scholars’ Association (WOSA) understand first-hand the value of a Walford education. As a result of their generosity, they are offering tuition support to a new or continuing student with a close connection to a Walford old scholar.

Description 

This scholarship is available for one new or continuing day or boarding student for Years 9 to 12, providing remittance of $10,000 per year, for up to two years, towards tuition fees.  

The scholarship process involves application and interview, during which candidates will be required to demonstrate the following:
* A familial connection with a Walford old scholar, such as a mother, grandmother or aunt. The closeness of the connection will factor into the decision-making process.
* Good character including embracing the School’s values of Courage, Commitment, Community and Growth.
* Evidence of academic effort, personal qualities and involvement in social service and co-curricular activities.
* Evidence of a financial need whereby the student would otherwise be unable to attend Walford. 
* A commitment to join the WOSA as a committee member for one-year post-graduation.

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A Boarding Scholarship provides remission of up to 50% of tuition fees for new students who are not already attending Walford for the remaining duration of the student's schooling.

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.

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The Walford boarding community has a long history of supporting girls from rural and remote Australia, providing a home away from home while they immerse themselves in all of the outstanding academic and co-curricular opportunities the School has to offer. 

In response to the challenges faced by families residing in isolated locations, we would like to provide fee relief to the family of an exceptional student who may otherwise be unable to attend Walford. 

Description

This scholarship is available for boarding students entering Years 7 to 11, providing remittance of 60% of tuition fees per year for new students who are not already attending Walford for the remaining duration of the student's schooling.

To be considered for a Rural and Remote Boarding Scholarship, students are expected to meet the following selection criteria:
* Be a new student entering the Walford Boarding House.
* Resides in a rural/remote location with an address more than 100 kilometres away from Walford.
* 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.
* The family has a financial need whereby the student would otherwise be unable to attend Walford.

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The Music Entrance Scholarship is for a new student entering Years 5 to 12. It provides remission of up to 50% of tuition fees for up to five years for new students who are not already attending Walford for the remaining duration of the student's schooling.

Description

The scholarship process involves application, interview, and an audition in which two contrasting musical pieces are performed. Selection criteria requires applicants to:
* Be a minimum of Grade 5 standard in her first instrument.
* Demonstrate a sound academic record and continue to make good academic progress, displaying conduct of a high standard throughout her schooling.
* Commit to contributing to the life of the School through participation in Music and other co-curricular activities and show the potential to positively contribute to the School community.

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Awarded annually to a new or current student in Years 5 to 11.

The Rosalie Anne Taylor Music Scholarship provides remission of up to 50% of tuition fees for up to five years.

Selection Criteria

To be considered for the Rosalie Anne Taylor Music Scholarship students are expected to meet the following selection criteria:

• Be a minimum of Grade 5 standard in her first instrument. 
• Demonstrate a sound academic record and continue to make good academic progress, displaying conduct of a high standard throughout her schooling.
• Commit to contributing to the life of the School through participation in Music and other co-curricular activities, and show the potential to positively contribute to the School community.

Auditions 

Auditions will be held for all Music Scholarships.

Candidates should be prepared to play two pieces of contrasting character and may be asked to play a scale or exercise. Where a candidate can play other instruments, she should be prepared to show her ability on them.

The auditions will include aural tests and sight-reading, as well as a discussion to indicate musical knowledge based on the pieces played and the candidate’s general interest in music.

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The Tim Martin Music Scholarship was created thanks to the generosity of Mr Robert Martin, in memory of his son, Tim, who was an excellent chorister with a lifelong love of all things musical. The scholarship provides an opportunity for girls who love music, and have demonstrated proficiency in music, to benefit from a Walford education.

Description

This scholarship will be awarded to a new student entering Years 7 to 11, who loves music, shows great proficiency in her musical endeavours, and who commits to participating in the musical life of Walford. It provides remission of 25% tuition fees for up to three years for new students who are not already attending Walford for the remaining duration of the student's schooling.

The scholarship process involves application, interview, and an audition in which two contrasting musical pieces are performed. Criteria include a combination of the following:
* Demonstrated love of music and musical proficiency, including but not limited to choral music.
* Commitment to contributing to the musical life of the School.

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The Year 7-11 Sport Scholarships provide remission of up to 40% of tuition fees for new students who are not already attending Walford for the remaining duration of the student's schooling.

Description

To be considered for a Sport Scholarship, students are expected to meet the following selection criteria:
* Demonstrate a sound academic record and commitment to continuing to display a high academic standard throughout her schooling.
* Demonstrate skills at an elite level in their chosen sport.
* 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.

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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.

Tuition remission varies by scholarship. Some Walford scholarships may offer up to 50% tuition remission for eligible students, while others offer different remission amounts. Current remission details are listed under each scholarship.

Assessment requirements vary by scholarship. Some scholarships may require an application, supporting evidence, interview, audition or external testing. Families should review the current requirements listed for each scholarship before applying.

Scholarship application dates vary each year and by scholarship type. Families should check the current Scholarships page for opening dates, closing dates and entry years.

Academic scholarship testing dates are confirmed as part of the scholarship application process. Families applying for an academic scholarship should review the current application details for testing requirements and dates.