Scholarships

Prepare for a successful academic career in the British education system

 

About The Frank Bell Scholarship

For the academic year 2010/2011, the Bell Educational Trust is offering international students the opportunity to apply for a scholarship to Bell Bedgebury International School – a British boarding school in the UK for international students. Scholarships range in value from 10% up to 75% of the fees and will be awarded to students who best demonstrate, through a personal statement, how a study experience at Bell Bedgebury International School will be valuable preparation for their academic careers.

Scholarships will be awarded to students aged 12-17, and are for one full academic year (three terms, starting from September 2010 – June 2011). However if a student is eligible for the two-year A-level programme the scholarship will continue for the second year of the programme (subject to good performance).

The Frank Bell scholarships are funded by the Bell Educational Trust, the operators of Bell Bedgebury International School, in memory of their founder. Following his experiences as a prisoner of war, where he set up and ran a secret university for his fellow prisoners, Frank Bell founded the Trust with a vision to promote international understanding through the power of education.

"The Bell Educational Trust has a long tradition of supporting international students through scholarships and bursaries. This scholarship gives students from around the world an unrivalled opportunity to learn and grow in the British education system. And with its reputation for excellence in academic and English language teaching, Bell Bedgebury International School provides students with the best possible preparation for the next stage of their academic careers."

Eric Squires , Headmaster

To apply

Before applying please read the application criteria.

Download the Frank Bell Scholarship application form. Students are asked to write a personal statement of up to 500 words on why they think they are best suited to benefit from the scholarship. The personal statement must be in the student’s own handwriting.

Email this to or post it to:

Vivien Constable
Bell International
Hillscross
Red Cross Lane
Cambridge
CB2 0QU
UK

Closing date for receipt of applications is 12 noon on 16 April 2010.

Application form

Application form

PDF Click here to download the Frank Bell Scholarship application form.
 

Application criteria

  • All applications must be in English.
  • Applicants can only be made by students between 12-17 years old. All students must be at least 12 years old on 31 August 2010.
  • Students must have a minimum language level of IELTS 5.5 (or equivalent).
  • The scholarship is not transferable.
  • We will not consider applications from those that have been dismissed or removed from school on account of misconduct.
  • All applications must be supported by a parent or guardian.
  • All applications must be received by 12 noon on 16 April 2010. Late applications will not be considered.
  • The successful applicant will need to abide by the Bedgebury International School rules.
  • What’s included in the scholarship?
    Agreed percentage of fees which includes
    • Tuition.
    • Use of library/study facilities including complete access to audio, DVD and video libraries, all practice and test materials, books and stationery, and free internet/email access.
    • Extra-curricular activities including regular study tours plus weekday and weekend activities and clubs.
    • Use of sports and social amenities.
    • Pastoral and academic advice and support from school staff.
    • Accommodation and all meals.
    • Travel insurance.
  • What’s not included in the scholarship?
    • Additional trips and activities outside the planned extra-curricular programme, or entrance fees to tourist attractions unless specified.
    • Specialist or individual lessons.
    • Airport transfers - these can be arranged at an additional cost.
    • Exam entrance fees.
    • Uniform. 

Privacy policy

By signing the scholarship form you are agreeing to the storage and use of the information you supply for the Bell Educational Trust and Bell Bedgebury International School purposes only. We will not pass your details on to any other organisation or third party.