Overview
A scholarship is a distinctive opportunity that benefits both students and the Glenaeon community. It allows recipients and their families to experience the value of a Glenaeon education, while enabling the school to welcome students of strong character and high potential.
The number of scholarships awarded each year may vary. Scholarships offer partial or full tuition fee relief; however, they do not cover the Class Activity Fee, co-curricular fees, or other curriculum-related costs.
All scholarship recipients have their progress reviewed annually. For means-tested scholarships, financial information is reassessed every three years.
Please note that scholarship applications for Year 7 - Year 11 for 2026 have now closed. Applications for the newly extended Sylvia Brose Scholarships for students in Classes K-6 2026 are now open and will be processed on application.
Scholarship applications for 2027 open October 13, 2025.
Closing date for 2027 scholarships is February 27, 2026.
Scholarship Process
Scholarship interviews are held in May and June each year. Families are informed of the application outcome in writing by the end of June. Applications for the newly extended Sylvia Brose Scholarships for students in Classes K-6 2026 are now open and will be processed on application.
Awarding of Scholarships is at the Head of School’s discretion, in consultation with the Glenaeon Board’s Scholarship and Bursary Committee. All details of applications and the award of scholarships are held in strictest confidence.
Steps
- Fill out the Scholarship Application Form
- Email all required documentation to enrolments@glenaeon.nsw.edu.au
- Pay the Scholarship Application fee of $150
- All applications are reviewed
- Glenaeon offers interview to shortlisted candidates
- Interview and assessments are conducted where applicable
- Prior to a formal offer of the Sylvia Brose Scholarship being made, parents will be asked to submit a Statutory Declaration and a copy of the two most recent tax returns for both parents.
- Successful applicants are notified by email and telephone
SCHOLARSHIPS OFFERED
Sylvia Brose All Rounder Scholarship (Foundation Scholarship) For students in Primary School (Kindy – Class 6) or 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 (for applicants entering Class 3 to Class 6)
Families with an understanding of Steiner education principles in the Glenaeon context, who also meet the financial eligibility criteria, are strongly encouraged to apply.
Applications for the newly extended Sylvia Brose Scholarships for students in Classes K-6 2026 are now open and will be processed on application.
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.
A general scholarship offered to a student with an excellent record of school achievement.
Applications must include:
- A handwritten letter of no more than two A4 pages outlining your interests: give some details about activities in which you have been involved over the past two years and why you enjoy them.
- Your two most recent school reports.
A scholarship awarded to an outstanding musician. Students need to have achieved good passes 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
There will also be an audition with Glenaeon Music staff.
Applications must include:
- A handwritten letter outlining your musical background and how you could contribute to the musical life of the school.
- The applicant’s two most recent school reports.
- Copies of AMEB or equivalent awards, and a reference from an instrumental teacher.
The successful candidate will be selected on the basis of academic merit as demonstrated in Year 10 reports and a CV of interests and achievements.
Applications must include:
- A handwritten letter outlining your academic achievements and interests, and how you could contribute to Glenaeon's Senior School.
- The applicant’s two most recent school reports.
- A Curriculum Vitae (one page) outlining the applicant’s interests, activities and achievements over the past two years.
Applying for a Scholarship
Interested families are encouraged to complete the Scholarship Application Form, providing all requested documentation and send this to:
The Enrolments Registrar,
Glenaeon Rudolf Steiner School,
5a Glenroy Avenue, Middle Cove, NSW, 2068
email enrolments@glenaeon.nsw.edu.au by the closing date.
Note: Primary Scholarships are processed on application.