Scholarship Opportunity at The British School, Kathmandu
The British School wishes to offer the opportunity for new students to join our community by offering a scholarship to children who would not normally consider TBS as an option due to financial constraints. A-Level qualifications, alongside an education at a world-class school such as TBS. provide students with an excellent opportunity to excel academically. In addition, our co-curricular and additional support programme broadens our students' educational experience and can further students' chances of gaining entry to their university of choice.
Details of the Scholarship
- The scholarship is a monetary equivalent award towards TBS school fees. It is made by the school to a family who wishes to send their child to The British School.
- Scholarships are only open to new students.
- Scholars will need to demonstrate that they would thrive in the international, multicultural environment provided at TBS and that they could excel when faced with the demands of the A-Level course.
- Scholarships are for entry into the Sixth Form (equivalent to Plus Two) and are for the full duration of the two-year A Level course. contingent On a positive approach to learning, community involvement, and positive behaviour.
- Scholarships cover between 50% and 100% of tuition fees (dependent on the economic capability of the family), the full amount of the
Capital Development Fee and between 50% and 100% of the security deposit (again, based on the economic capability of the family).
Eligibility
Any student, that is not presently a member of the school or has not previously been a member of the school, who holds Nepali citizenship or permanent residence rights may apply for a scholarship.
Scholarships are open to students with a passion, talent, and aptitude for a range of academic disciplines and a firm commitment to extracurricular activities. Current subjects offered by the school at A-Level include
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Art and Design |
Chinese Language (AS only) |
Economics |
Music |
Psychology |
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Biology |
Drama |
French Language |
Media Studies |
Physical Education |
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Computer Science |
Design and Technology |
Geography |
Mathematics |
Sociology |
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Chemistry |
English Literature |
History |
Physics |
Spanish Language |
Candidates should be at least 16 years of age in August 2024 and should have completed. or be about to take, the SEE. Candidates should be able to speak English fluently and write English to a very high standard. Prospective scholars should write a letter of application to the Principal (no more than 500 words), outlining the following areas and should upload this on the application form mentioned below.
- Your background e.g. where did you grow up, family, schooling, values you hold etc
- Your talents and passion(s)
- Why education at TBS will help you realise your ambitions
The scholarship application form should be completed (available on our website) which requires an up to date academic transcript of the previous two years of schooling, showing all grades in all subjects. a letter of recommendation from the Principal of the applicant's current school, an application letter to the Principal and a financial declaration of the family (with documents supporting the declaration). Please download the financial declaration form from TBS website under the Admissions tab or contact [email protected] to request the form.
Application Deadline: 29th February 2024
