The King David School
Scholarship
Information
2010
Academic, General Excellence, Music & Sport
Updated March, 2009
The King David School is a co-educational multi-campus school providing a student-
focused education within a Progressive Jewish framework. An extended hours
Daycare Centre, Kindergarten, and a Junior, Middle and Senior School are designed
to meet the students’ developmental needs.
The King David School rewards and values excellence and commitment. The School
pursues programs and initiatives that promote academic, physical and spiritual growth.
The School Council realises that financial considerations may prevent all children
from sharing this experience. Accordingly, the School offers a range of ways to
make the unique learning environment of The King David School more accessible.
eg. Scholarships, Bursaries and Prizes.
Bursaries — A small number of bursaries are available for families based on financial
need. Applicants interested in applying for a bursary must complete the Fee Assistance
Application. Forms are available from the Registrar or the Finance Office.
Information on Scholarship criteria and application details are detailed inside.
Academic Scholarships
Students Entering Years 4, 7, 9, and 11 in 2010
Examination Date: Sunday, 15 March 2009
Closing Date for Applications: Friday, 6 March 2009
Entry to Years 7, 9 and 11 in 2010 General Information
A number of scholarships are available to both Parents will receive a confidential report from ACER
prospective and current students of The King David indicating their child’s performance in the examination.
School who are entering Years 7, 9 and 11 in 2010. For more information on the examination please
refer to the ACER web site: [Link].
All scholarships are available up to and including Year
12 and cover 50 to 100% reduction in tuition fees. All candidates who wish to apply for the Academic
Scholarship for Years 4, 7, 9 and 11 in 2010
These scholarships will be awarded to children who
should complete the online application form.
demonstrate high levels of academic ability and who
will benefit from and contribute to the extracurricular The Scholarship Fee is $75.
life of the School. Scholarships are awarded on the
The examination will be held on Sunday, 15 March
basis of a written examination, previous school reports,
2009 at the Magid Campus, 517–519 Orrong Road,
references and interviews. The written examination is
Armadale. Applicants must report to the school
conducted by the Australian Council for Educational
office at 8.30 am. Applicants are to bring two pens
Research (ACER), and covers Mathematics, written
(blue or black), two HB or B pencils and an eraser.
expression and reading comprehension. There is
No other items will be allowed in the examination
no Hebrew or Jewish Studies component to The
room, including calculators, mobile phones, bags,
King David School Scholarship Examination.
pencil cases, etc. Applicants are encouraged to
bring a light snack and drink with them as there
Entry to Year 4 in 2010 will be a short break between examinations.
The Year 4 scholarship is available for three years,
Parents are invited to join in a tour of the
at which time the child may apply for the Year 7
Magid Campus at 8.45 am with the Principal,
scholarship.
Michele Bernshaw and Senior Staff.
The value of the scholarship is 50 –75% reduction in
The Year 4 examination will conclude at 11.15 am
tuition fees only.
and the Years 7, 9 and 11 examinations at 12.00pm.
Students must sit a scholarship examination which Parents should meet their children at the front
is part of the ACER Primary Scholarship Program. entrance at the conclusion of their exam.
Information on the exam can be found on the ACER
Short-listed applicants will be contacted to attend
web site:
an interview with the Principal. At the interview they
[Link]/scholarships/documents/PSPAD_CIB.pdf
will need to provide a copy of their 2008 school
Please note that this scholarship exam covers a reports (candidates for Years 7, 9 and 11 should also
range of year levels. To avoid undue stress, please bring their NAPLAN test results sheet), and a short
ensure that your child understands he/she will not resume stating how long they have been at their
be expected to answer all of the questions. current school, their involvement in co-curricular
activities such as music, performing arts, sporting
teams, student council and other extra-curricular
activities such as youth groups, scouts, etc.
Results will be announced at the end of May.
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General Excellence The Instrumental Music Scholarships entitle the
recipients to free Music tuition on one instrument (or
Scholarships
voice) for an entire academic year, which includes 32 half
hour lessons. Students should be at Level 4 or 5 AMEB or
the equivalent to qualify for an audition.
Applications will be taken up to The Music/General Excellence Scholarship is awarded
Friday 6 March 2009. annually to a student who demonstrates outstanding
musical ability in addition to general academic excellence.
Late applications will be considered
This scholarship entitles the recipient up to 75%
if places are available.
remission on School Tuition fees to Year 12 and 100% of
Short listed applicants will be contacted Instrumental Music fees for one academic year. Students
to arrange an interview with the Principal. must be at a Level 6 AMEB or the equivalent to qualify for
an audition and they must demonstrate a minimum of a
A number of General Excellence Scholarships are available
B academic average.
to students entering The King David School.
The successful applicants must demonstrate: There is no application fee.
1. A consistently high standard of work over two or
more previous years (minimum B average), and Scholarship Conditions
good work habits — as stated in school reports Holders of Music Scholarships are expected to make progress
a willingness to pursue excellence in keeping with such an award and to substantially contribute
a history of positive staff and student interactions. to music within the School. Regular daily practice on the
and instrument or voice is essential and a positive attitude and
2. Superior skills in two fields of endeavour eg. commitment for other student musicians to follow. Scholarship
academic, performing and visual arts, sport, music, students are expected to play in the School bands and
student leadership. ensemble program and perform at School events, assemblies
and musical productions.
To apply for this scholarship, please send the following
to the Registrar: Scholarships are reviewed annually by the Principal and the
1. A cover sheet with the following information: Name Music Department to ensure that the above conditions are
of Student, Address, Date of Birth, Current School, fulfilled. Students who do not fulfil their commitments may
Name of Parents, Home Telephone, Email Address, have their scholarship revoked.
and Mobile Telephone.
2. Copies of school reports for the past two years. Scholarship Auditions
3. A short resume which may include: Students will be chosen to audition based on their level of
how long you have been at your current school achievement so far, their age and the contribution they would
your involvement in co-curricular activities make to the School.
such as music, performing arts, sporting
Candidates are expected to perform two pieces of contrasting
teams, student council
style on their major instrument or voice. If the School is
academic achievements
required to provide accompanists, at least two weeks’ notice is
achievements in music, sport or performing arts
required. Candidates may also be examined on some technical
extra-curricular activities such as youth groups,
work, general knowledge, aural tests and sight reading, or
scouts, etc.
improvisation for contemporary Music students.
4. Shortlisted applicants for Music/Performing Arts
scholarships will be required to attend an audition. In general, however, the adjudication panel looks for good
control, tone production, intonation, rhythmic ability,
Music Scholarships
technique, a sound understanding of style and a developed
musicality.
Besides ability, other factors may contribute to the panel’s
Years 5 through 12 in 2010
decision to award scholarships. These could include the
Closing Date for Applications: Friday, 6 March 2009 instrumental requirements of the School’s larger ensembles and
the candidate’s academic ability and attitude.
General information Short-listed applicants will be contacted by the Music School
A number of music scholarships are available to current office to arrange a suitable audition time.
students of The King David School as well as students
currently attending other schools who are entering Years 5
through 12 in 2010.
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Sport Scholarship Years 7 through 12 in 2009 Closing Date for Applications: Friday, 6 March 2009
General information through active participation in its sporting programs.
The recipient must be available at all reasonable times to
A Sport Scholarship is available to current students of
The King David School as well as students currently represent the School in their particular field of expertise
attending other schools who are entering Years 7 and must be willing to serve as an ambassador of the
through 12 in 2010. School through continued involvement in recognised
competitions outside of School. He/She must consent
The Sport Scholarship is awarded annually to a student to the School promoting his/her achievements as a
who demonstrates outstanding sporting ability in student of The King David School; demonstrate a
addition to general academic excellence. This scholarship positive and constructive attitude towards schoolwork;
entitles the recipient up to 75% remission on School and abide by the rules and regulations of the School.
Tuition fees to Year 12. Students must be performing
The Head of Sport will shortlist candidates for interview
at State Level in their field of expertise and they must
with the Principal. Students will be chosen to attend
demonstrate a minimum of a B academic average.
an interview based on their level of achievement
A Sport Scholarship recipient is expected to make so far, their age and the contribution they would
progress in keeping with such an award and to make to the School. Candidates should bring
substantially contribute to sport within the School evidence of their achievements to the interview.
Matched Scholarships
These scholarships are available at any level for students either currently at The King David School or at another school.
The King David School may match the benefits, to that student, of an academic scholarship awarded by another
school. Evidence of being awarded a scholarship must be produced. The applicant will be required to attend an
interview at the School. The decision to match a scholarship is at the discretion of the Principal.
Bursaries
From time to time bursaries are offered to students from the School or external organisations based on specific criteria.
These bursaries will be advertised as and when they become available.
Parents may apply for bursaries based on financial need at any time through completion of the Fee Assistance
Application Form, available from the Registrar or Finance Office.
General Information & Enquiries
The Awards listed here will be granted in 2009 for 2010. Where a scholarship recipient chooses to leave the
The School reserves the right not to award a scholarship School prior to the completion of the scholarship
if it is deemed that a satisfactory standard has not been period, the full amount of fee remissions may be
achieved, or if other specified criteria are not met. deemed payable, at the sole discretion of the School.
All scholarships are subject to annual review. Parents who currently receive, or may wish to apply
The review is based on the following: for financial assistance, must elect to receive either
scholarship funds or financial assistance, as these cannot
◗◗ Continued academic effort to the best of the be taken (for any individual student) in conjunction.
student’s ability, as assessed by the teaching staff.
Scholarships are conditional upon payment of fees
◗◗ Appropriate conduct, including abiding by within the stated guidelines. They do not include
the rules and regulations of the School. non-tuition levies, uniforms, or extracurricular activities.
◗◗ Willing participation in, and commitment to, A Holding Deposit is payable on acceptance of the scholarship
the ethos and co-curricular life of the School. which is credited to your account on commencment.
Any queries? Please contact the Registrar, Direct correspondence to:
on 9527 0102 or email registrar@[Link]
The Registrar
This information is also available on our web site: PO Box 286, Malvern 3144 VIC
[Link]
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