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Scholarships at Glenaeon

Scholarship Types

What kind of school is Glenaeon?

Glenaeon is an independent, co-educational school offering Preschool to Year 12 education, inspired by Steiner education and grounded in academic and creative excellence.

Sylvia Brose All Rounder Scholarship for Students in Primary School (Kindy – Class 6) OR Students entering Year 7.

Thanks to the generous support of donors to the Glenaeon Foundation Scholarship Fund, Glenaeon Rudolf Steiner School offers a means-tested scholarship to students who may not otherwise have the opportunity to attend our school.

This scholarship is named in honour of our founder, Ms Sylvia Brose OAM. Recipients reflect the Glenaeon ethos of inspired learning, artistic sensibility, and service to others. They demonstrate well-rounded capabilities and a strong commitment to personal and community growth.

Means Testing
As part of the application process, families are required to submit financial information to determine eligibility. This information will be handled with the strictest confidence and in accordance with the requirements outlined in the application form.

Primary School Entry (Kindergarten – Class 6)

Scholarships for Primary School entry are awarded on the basis of:

Completed scholarship application form and payment of scholarship application fee of $150
Successful interview with parents and child
A commitment to the school’s ethos and Glenaeon’s core values of Integrity, Wisdom, Courage and Heart.
Two recent school reports

Families with an understanding of Steiner education principles in the Glenaeon context, who also meet the financial eligibility criteria, are strongly encouraged to apply.

Year 7 Entry
Scholarships for entry into Year 7 are awarded based on the following criteria:

Completed scholarship application form and payment of scholarship application fee of $150
Academic performance, as reflected in two recent school reports and student work
A handwritten letter by the student, of no more than two A4 pages outlining their interests: give some details about activities in which they have been involved over the past two years and why they enjoy them.
Results of an assessment conducted at Glenaeon and successful interview
Demonstrated strength in at least two of the following areas:

Music
Visual Arts
Drama
Sport
Service
Wilderness activities

Commitment to Glenaeon’s core values of Integrity, Wisdom, Courage and Heart.

Glenaeon Scholarship - Year 7 Entry

Scholarships for entry into Year 7 are awarded based on the following criteria:

Completed scholarship application form and payment of scholarship application fee of $150
Academic performance, as reflected in two recent school reports and student work
A handwritten letter by the student, of no more than two A4 pages outlining their interests: give some details about activities in which they have been involved over the past two years and why they enjoy them.
Results of an assessment conducted at Glenaeon and successful interview
Demonstrated strength in school achievement.

Aaron MacMillan Music Scholarship - Year 7 Entry

Scholarships for entry into Year 7 awarded to an outstanding musician based on the following criteria:

Completed scholarship application form and payment of scholarship application fee of $150
A good pass in AMEB or equivalent exams at the following levels:

Piano: Grade 6

Strings: Grade 5

Brass/Woodwind: Grade 3

Orchestral Percussion: Two years prior tuition.

Academic performance, as reflected in two recent school reports and student work
A handwritten letter by the student, of no more than two A4 pages outlining their interests: give some details about activities in which they have been involved over the past two years and why they enjoy them.
Results of an assessment conducted, a music audition, and successful interview

Marion Mahony Griffin Scholarship - Year 11 Entry

Scholarships for entry into Year 11 are awarded based on the following criteria:

Completed scholarship application form and payment of scholarship application fee of $150
Academic performance, as reflected in Year 10 reports and a CV of interests and achievements.
A handwritten letter by the student, of no more than two A4 pages outlining their interests: give some details about activities in which they have been involved over the past two years and why they enjoy them.
A Curriculum Vitae (one page) outlining the applicant’s interests, activities and achievements over the past two years.
Results of an assessment conducted at Glenaeon and successful interview

Selection and Confidentiality

Scholarships are awarded at the discretion of the Head of School, in consultation with the Glenaeon Board’s Scholarship and Bursary Committee. All applications and decisions are treated with the strictest confidentiality.

Application Deadlines

Scholarships are now open. Application closing dates:

High School Scholarships for 2027 are now closed.
Primary School Scholarships are now open and processed upon application.
High School Scholarships open for 2028 on 14th October 2026 and close on 26th February 2027.

Scholarship interviews are conducted during May and June each year. Families are notified of outcomes in writing by the end of June.

Application Process

Families wishing to apply for a Glenaeon scholarship are asked to follow the steps outlined below. Please ensure all required documentation is submitted by the relevant closing date.

Complete the Scholarship Application Form and pay the non-refundable fee of $150.
The application form can be accessed via this link.
Submit supporting documentation.
Please email all required supporting documents to the Registrar enrolments@glenaeon.nsw.edu.au.
Additional Documentation (where applicable).
For applicants to the Sylvia Brose Scholarships, parents may be asked prior to an interview being offered to submit copies of the three most recent tax returns for both parents.
Shortlisting
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to proceed to the next stage of the process.
Interviews and Assessments
Interviews and, where appropriate, student assessments are conducted during this stage.
Notification of Outcome
Successful applicants are notified by email and telephone.

Complete a Scholarship Application Form

More Information

For more information, please contact our Registrar on 02 9417 3193 or enrolments@glenaeon.nsw.edu.au

Scholarships Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of school is Glenaeon?

Glenaeon is an independent, co-educational school offering Preschool to Year 12 education, inspired by Steiner education and grounded in academic and creative excellence.

Who can apply for a scholarship?

Scholarships are open to both new and existing students who demonstrate potential, commitment and a genuine connection to the Glenaeon approach.

At what year levels are scholarships offered?

Scholarships are offered for Primary School (Kindy - Class 6), for Year 7 entry and Year 11 entry.

What does the scholarship cover?

Scholarships may partial or full tuition fee reduction. Scholarships do not cover the class activity fees, co-curricular or other curriculum related costs.

What criteria are used to assess applications?

We consider academic effort, creative strengths, character, community spirit and alignment with the values of a Steiner education.

Are scholarships awarded only on academic results?

No. We value the whole child - creativity, initiative, kindness and curiosity are just as important as academic achievement.

How long does an awarded scholarship remain current?

Primary School scholarships remain current until the end of Class 6. High School scholarships remain current until the end of Year 12. Scholarship Awards are subject to on-going review and student progress is monitored annually. For means-test scholarships, financial eligibility is reaccessed every 3 years.

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