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SCHOLARSHIPS

Dover College offers a wide range of scholarships at 11+, 13+ and 16+ entry. In addition to academic scholarships, applications for Art, Design Technology, Music, Drama and Sport are also welcomed.

Applications are accepted up to the closing date with scholarship days held during the second half of the Michaelmas Term.

BURSARIES

In addition to scholarships, it has long been the policy of Dover College to support senior school pupils who are unable to pay full fees. The Governors of the College are committed to broadening access by offering means-tested bursaries to beneficiaries who would otherwise not be able to attend the College.  Awards are protected from inflation by being expressed as a percentage of the annual fees.

All bursary awards are subject to annual testing of parental means and may be varied as parental circumstances change.  Awards are assessed on the basis of a completed Confidential Statement of Financial Circumstances which is available from the Bursar.

Bursary funds are limited and priority will be given to those who have been awarded scholarships as they are those likely to gain most from attending the College.  The potential contribution of the candidate to the wider School community will also be taken into consideration as will the likely impact of the award on the candidate’s education opportunity.

Applications are made directly to the Bursar whose decision is final.

ADMISSIONS
What people are saying
“We were attracted to Dover College for the small class sizes and family atmosphere. The reality is that those small classes mean that our child is supported by academic as well as pastoral staff. We have regular contact with his teachers, tutor and Housemaster and communication has always been excellent.”
Mr and Mrs Proctor
Mr and Mrs Proctorparents of Fourth Form pupil
“The staff at Dover College are exceptional. On so many occasions we have marveled at the care and attention they’ve given to our children academically and in pastoral care. We are forever grateful to the college for the happy, welcoming environment they provide the children to learn in.”
Mr and Mrs Taylor
Mr and Mrs Taylorparents of Fourth Form and Third Form pupils
“We are happy to highly recommend Dover College. It provides just the right environment for our son, who started in Year 5 four years ago. Previously, we have seen our older children through several private schools, here and abroad, and we are convinced that this has been our best experience. What we have always appreciated is the 'family' like atmosphere. However it is still a big enough school for our son to socialise well and to participate in many sports and extracurricular activities. He loves the multi-cultural environment and feels he is advantaged by having peers from all around the world.”
Dr and Mrs Richter
Dr and Mrs Richterparents of Third Form pupil
“The Dover College family has given our son the confidence and skills to thrive. In the six years he has been at the school, he has grown into a well-rounded young man who is not afraid to get involved - in the classroom and beyond. His academic achievements are supported by staff that recognise and celebrate individuality, that nurture and encourage success, even in subjects that he finds challenging.”
Mr and Mrs Grove
Mr and Mrs Groveparents of Fourth Form pupil
“My two children began their journey with Dover College from the age of 3 in the Prep School. Dover College provides a 5-star service - they are our extended family, looking after our children’s individual needs but collectively in a classroom environment. Each teacher goes over and above to know every child’s individual needs and requirements. This has been demonstrated on a number of occasions, but especially through the pandemic. Dover College teaches our children resilience, friendship, community, how to think differently and to be independent. What more could we want for our children, for their future?”
Mr and Mrs Cowell
Mr and Mrs Cowellparents of Shell and Fourth Form pupils
“We are very pleased to have chosen Dover College, as the school is so flexible in all areas. As well as the academic values, which are very important to us, life in St Martin’s House enriches our daughter’s school experience and is highly recommended. All in all, Dover College offers a balanced education.”
Mr and Mrs Denecke
Mr and Mrs Deneckeparents of Fifth Form pupil, boarder
“As a teacher I put my children's education at the top of my priorities list. I did not want an exam factory; I want a confident articulate child who has been challenged to do their best and know that was good enough. I wanted mental health above grade 9's. I wanted a young man who would become a valued member of society. I knew Dover College was right from the Head’s speech on the Open Day.”
Mr and Mrs Mercer
Mr and Mrs Mercermother of Third Form pupil, boarder

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