Life-changing opportunities

Discover how a Walford scholarship can play a pivotal role in encouraging your daughter to be, become, do and achieve her best, her way.

Each year, Walford is pleased to offer a number of scholarships that promote academic excellence, foster diversity, recognise students for their individual strengths and talents, and alleviate financial barriers to a Walford education.

Our scholarship offerings span Years 5 to 12, and include various academic, music, boarding, equity-based, and all-rounder scholarships.

To ensure there are always opportunities to enrol at Walford for exceptional young women, we accept year-round applications for new students for the following scholarships:

Boarding Scholarship (Year 7-12)

Boarding Scholarships are available for entry into Years 7 to 12 in 2026. A Boarding Scholarship provides remission of up to 50% tuition fees 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.

Principal's Scholarship (Year 7-12)

Principal’s Scholarships are available for entry into Years 7 to 12 in 2026. A Principal's Scholarship provides remission of up to 40% tuition fees for the remaining duration of the student's schooling.

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 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.

To apply for a Boarding or Principal's Scholarship, please complete this application form.

The next full round of scholarships for entry in 2027 will open soon.

For all scholarship enquiries you are more than welcome to contact the Head of Enrolments.

Jade Harvey
Head of Enrolments
admissions@walford.asn.au
(08) 8373 4062