Scholarships

Each year, Northholm Grammar offers a limited number of scholarships for students entering Year 5, Year 7 and Year 11. If your child has achieved exceptional results in academics, is a talented all-rounder or displays outstanding music ability, then their needs can be nurtured with a scholarship at Northholm.

Scholarships at Northholm are open to both new and continuing students who demonstrate diligence to their studies and whose place will benefit themselves, the School and the community. Scholarships may cover full or partial tuition fees.

All Round Achievement

For students who display not only outstanding academic results, but also demonstrate excellence in at least two other non-academic fields, the All Round Achievement Scholarship provides an opportunity to experience a Northholm education. Fields can include, but are not limited to, the Performing or Visual Arts, Debate and Public Speaking, Sport, Leadership, Christian Service or Community Service. Applicants should submit evidence including school reports, certificates, portfolios or other recent documents, as well as sitting the ACER Scholarship Test.

How to apply

To begin your application, applicants are required to register for and sit the ACER Scholarship Test. The ACER tests are designed to assess students’ analysis and interpretation skills rather than testing them on any specific knowledge. The tests are specific to the age group.

In addition, the Head of Enrolments will reach out for applicants to supply evidence of meeting the specific criteria of each category above. Applicants will also sit an interview with the Principal and/or Head of Enrolments as part of the application process.

All scholarships are awarded at the discretion of the Principal and subject to annual review. The School reserves the right to not award scholarships if suitable applicants are not found.

Scholarship registrations for 2026 entry have now closed. Registrations for 2027 Scholarships will open in September 2025.

For further information, please contact the Head of Enrolments at enrolments@northholm.nsw.edu.au.