Oundle’s Art School is a vibrant, inspirational, engaging and creative environment, where every pupil’s individuality and potential to realise their artistic ambitions fully is highly valued. Our Scholarship programme supports an exciting, diverse and challenging journey of rigorous artistic development and self-discovery. We aim to nurture creativity, develop multi-disciplinary skills, promote critical thinking and foster independence of mind. Pupils are encouraged to develop their awareness of historical and contemporary art and aesthetics, while exploring every facet of making and learning about art.Caroline Dent, Head of Art
We nurture imaginative and critical thinking. All pupils, particularly Art Scholars, are offered numerous opportunities to communicate creative and original initiatives, techniques and ideas, all of which contribute to a highly rewarding artistic life.
Art Scholars are encouraged to work with new and unfamiliar art materials, alongside challenging approaches to extend the boundaries of their experiences and artistic expression. Supported by talented and passionate staff, Oundelians are able to acquire new skills in both contemporary and traditional art making techniques, which engenders a progressive approach for all future studies. We support and expect our Scholars to be as explorative as possible and to follow their curiosity in a bid to find what ignites their interest within the field of Art and Design.
We are committed to providing the very best support to our Scholars by setting them on an exciting and challenging journey of rigorous artistic development and self-discovery that begins on arrival at Oundle and continues through life. We offer:
"As a subject, Art connects areas of life and education, giving pupils the opportunity to make a statement, a comment, an observation or to promote a message. It is a vehicle for discovery and for the development of practical and theoretical skills. At every level Art seeks to challenge and excite, and our Scholars should promote a sense of engagement and creativity."
Dedicated exhibition space at the Yarrow Gallery
Major exhibitions a year from visiting artists
Studios including a sculpture studio, kiln and print making zone
Artist in residence appointed on an annual basis providing guidance to pupils
Portfolio building clinics and summer workshops
additional spaces including a History of Art library, IT Suite and classroom
Art Mentorship Scheme with numerous opportunities to lead, mentor and share best practice
Multiple workshops and masterclasses
We are looking for individuals who engage passionately with the subject across a diverse Fine Art curriculum and who are not afraid of a challenge or to take risks with their creative work. Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong ambition and interest within the subject, along with recognised achievement. Our Art Scholars seek to engage with the wide range of creative opportunities that are offered here at Oundle, and are both resilient and reflective.
We are looking for enquiring minds, for pupils who enjoy academic study and who are keen to stretch themselves whilst being confident in their ability to keep on improving. We are looking for pupils with the personality and strength of character to lead and enthuse their peers. Successful candidates will show a certain flair and independence of mind; they will be engaged, curious, self-reliant and willing to take the initiative.
Our approach to assessment evaluates both holistic capabilities and potential. Candidates are asked to complete a timed, practical assessment, such as drawing from observation, or a creative task enabling them to demonstrate their skills in observation, creativity and problem solving. This will be followed by a short interview with the Head of Art, where candidates will present a portfolio of their work, consisting of no more than five A2 sheets. Portfolios will be carefully assessed across four strands: skill and aptitude, creativity, breadth of media and artistic potential. The final task of the day will be an analytical discussion, focusing on a particular piece of (unseen) artwork. Enthusiasm for the subject, as well as quality of skilful and artistic endeavour presented during the interview, are also considered.
We offer an Art Scholarship on entrance into the Sixth Form to a pupil who has not only displayed an enthusiastic interest but sustained high standards in the subject throughout their school career. The Senior Art Scholar should be a catalyst for achievement in their year group and bring new and unexplored approaches to their peers.
We seek an individual who is actively involved in the subject, who is ambitious, self-motivated and driven to contribute fully to an exciting and challenging journey of rigorous artistic development. Candidates should be confident in presenting their artwork and ideas to others and willing to challenge themselves through scrupulously refining their ideas, skills and contextual understanding. The selection process will involve a two-hour practical assessment, designed to test observational and creative skills, along with command of materials.
At interview, candidates will also be required to present an accompanied portfolio of their work consisting of no more than ten A1 sheets that demonstrate progression of their development of ideas and their use of materials to advance the refinement of skills. It is expected that, at this level, candidates will be able to articulate their knowledge of Art and Design practices, along with the ability to analyse the work of other artists.
To apply for an Art Scholarship or for any general questions or Scholarship assessment related queries please contact the Admissions office
Tel: 01832 277125
All Scholarship applicants are encouraged to apply for means-tested bursaries should they need financial support. We are proud that over one hundred pupils at Oundle are supported with bursaries and we are continually working to increase our Bursary Endowment Fund.
Yes, pupils may apply for Scholarships in more than one discipline. We offer subject-specific Scholarships for talented pupils with a strong interest in Art, Drama, DET, Music and Sport. However, being a Scholar involves a significant commitment, so applicants should consider carefully which areas best match their strengths and interests.
Talented all rounders might consider applying for an Oundle Scholarship which recognises and celebrates high academic standards together with significant commitment to the wider life of the School.
We are looking for individuals who engage passionately with the subject across a diverse Fine Art curriculum and who are not afraid of a challenge or to take risks with their creative work. Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong ambition and interest within the subject, along with recognised achievement. Our Art Scholars seek to engage with the wide range of creative opportunities that are offered here at Oundle, and are both resilient and reflective.
We are looking for enquiring minds, for pupils who enjoy academic study and who are keen to stretch themselves whilst being confident in their ability to keep on improving. We are looking for pupils with the personality and strength of character to lead and enthuse their peers. Successful candidates will show a certain flair and independence of mind; they will be engaged, curious, self-reliant and willing to take the initiative.
Our approach to assessment evaluates both holistic capabilities and potential. Candidates are asked to complete a timed, practical assessment, such as drawing from observation, or a creative task enabling them to demonstrate their skills in observation, creativity and problem solving. This will be followed by a short interview with the Head of Art, where candidates will present a portfolio of their work, consisting of no more than five A2 sheets. Portfolios will be carefully assessed across four strands: skill and aptitude, creativity, breadth of media and artistic potential. The final task of the day will be an analytical discussion, focusing on a particular piece of (unseen) artwork. Enthusiasm for the subject, as well as quality of skilful and artistic endeavour presented during the interview, are also considered.
We offer an Art Scholarship on entrance into the Sixth Form to a pupil who has not only displayed an enthusiastic interest but sustained high standards in the subject throughout their school career. The Senior Art Scholar should be a catalyst for achievement in their year group and bring new and unexplored approaches to their peers.
We seek an individual who is actively involved in the subject, who is ambitious, self-motivated and driven to contribute fully to an exciting and challenging journey of rigorous artistic development. Candidates should be confident in presenting their artwork and ideas to others and willing to challenge themselves through scrupulously refining their ideas, skills and contextual understanding. The selection process will involve a two-hour practical assessment, designed to test observational and creative skills, along with command of materials.
At interview, candidates will also be required to present an accompanied portfolio of their work consisting of no more than ten A1 sheets that demonstrate progression of their development of ideas and their use of materials to advance the refinement of skills. It is expected that, at this level, candidates will be able to articulate their knowledge of Art and Design practices, along with the ability to analyse the work of other artists.
To apply for an Art Scholarship or for any general questions or Scholarship assessment related queries please contact the Admissions office
Tel: 01832 277125
All Scholarship applicants are encouraged to apply for means-tested bursaries should they need financial support. We are proud that over one hundred pupils at Oundle are supported with bursaries and we are continually working to increase our Bursary Endowment Fund.
Yes, pupils may apply for Scholarships in more than one discipline. We offer subject-specific Scholarships for talented pupils with a strong interest in Art, Drama, DET, Music and Sport. However, being a Scholar involves a significant commitment, so applicants should consider carefully which areas best match their strengths and interests.
Talented all rounders might consider applying for an Oundle Scholarship which recognises and celebrates high academic standards together with significant commitment to the wider life of the School.
