Scholarships and Bursaries
St. Peter's is committed to supporting young people in achieving their fullest potential through its visionary and holistic education. To ensure that talented students have access to this exceptional educational experience, St. Peter's offers a variety of scholarships and bursaries to recognise and reward outstanding achievement.
By providing both scholarships and bursaries,
St. Peter's aims to create a diverse and inclusive community where every student has the opportunity to thrive.
Eligibility
Scholarship applications will be accepted for Year 9 - 13 current and prospective domestic students studying at St. Peter’s in 2025. Each scholarship provides up to 50% of the school fees for the duration of study at St. Peter’s.
Academic scholarships are awarded to students who demonstrate exceptional academic progress and achievement. These scholarships enable academically talented individuals to study in an environment that nurtures and supports their passion for learning.
Arts scholarships are awarded to students who can demonstrate outstanding potential and achievement in one or more artistic discipline, such as music, singing, theatre, or visual arts, recognising their exceptional talent and dedication in their chosen field, as well as their ability to contribute to the St. Peter’s Arts programme and wider school.
Sporting scholarships are awarded to students who display outstanding potential and achievement in one or more sports, and can demonstrate their ability to make a positive contribution to the
St. Peter’s Sports programme and wider school.
Bursaries
Students who are awarded a scholarship have the opportunity to apply for a bursary. Bursaries are available to families who may not otherwise be able to afford the costs of an independent school education. These bursaries provide financial assistance to ensure that deserving students can benefit from the unique opportunities offered at St. Peter's, regardless of their financial circumstances.
For further information regarding scholarships and bursaries, please contact our admissions team at admissions@stpeters.school.nz.
How to apply
Prior to submitting a scholarship and bursary application, families must first submit an application to enrol in 2025.
Scholarship and bursary applications can be completed online. You can apply for multiple scholarships but please note that a separate application is required for each category. Following completion of an application, shortlisted candidates will be invited to participate in an Assessment Day on campus.
Wednesday 7th August
Applications close
Thursday 22nd August
Assessment Day on campus
Parents notified of outcomes
Monday 2nd September
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