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Sports scholarships at London independent schools and boarding schools

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londonkids · 13/04/2013 19:46

I have a very sporty DS. He plays football in his school team, tennis tournaments through his local club, swims well and rugby competitively. He attends a state primary but we would like him to attend an independent school, either day or boarding. Does anyone have any experience of getting one, or can give advice on what schools offer them, or are there particular sports preferred by schools and does anyone have any info on the tennis scholarships at Reed School? Thank you

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difficultpickle · 13/04/2013 20:21

I would also pick your school carefully. Some can be very supportive of outside interests but others will expect your ds to be available for school matches. Dn was a county level at cricket and rugby. The commitment was high and he chose to pursue cricket. His school are very accommodating with giving him time out to attend a cricket academy during school time and he is well on his way in pursuing his dream of an England team place thanks to that support.

difficultpickle · 13/04/2013 20:16

How old is he? From what I know senior school scholarships would expect county level performance.

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