To be eligible for a means-tested Scholarship at Newington, applicants may be boys entering Years 7, 9, 10 and 11 in 2028, or girls entering Years 7 and 11 in 2028. Both current and new students may apply Means-tested Scholarships. 

Applicants must be Australian citizens or holders of an Australian Permanent Resident Visa.

Applicants shortlisted for interview for a means-tested scholarship will be required to complete a confidential Financial Questionnaire and provide information that demonstrates their family’s current financial circumstances.

Supporting documentation may be requested to verify the information provided. This may include evidence of income, taxation or financial records, assets and liabilities, business interests and other relevant financial commitments.

Eligibility and the level of assistance offered will be determined following an assessment of the family’s demonstrated financial need and capacity to contribute towards College fees.

Means-tested Scholarships are provided with utmost confidentiality, fairness, and sensitivity. No one on the selection panel or teaching staff will have access to your financial information. Financial assessment is completed under the direction of the College’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO).  

Documents that you may be asked to provide include: 

• copies of recent taxation returns 

• a statement of assets and liabilities, including any interests in trusts, companies, and partnerships 

• a statutory declaration attesting to your financial position.  

Student selection is based on the following: 

• demonstrable sound performance in the Newington College scholarship examination 

• an exemplary work ethic, outstanding character and leadership skills 

• enthusiasm and capability in co-curricular activities including sport and/or creativity 

• review of applications and, if shortlisted, subsequent interviews.  

Students applying for this opportunity must demonstrate excellence through a range of supporting documentation. This includes: 

• recent school reports showcasing academic performance 

• awards or certificates from external competitions 

• NAPLAN results as evidence of academic aptitude 

• if required, any other documentation requested by the College. 

Successful students will need to demonstrate a willingness to participate in the wide range of opportunities available at Newington, respect for our values and heritage, and other qualities that contribute positively to the College. 

Means-tested Scholarships cover partial remission of academic tuition fees. 

Following the Scholarship Testing, shortlisted students will be invited to an interview with a senior member of the academic team. 

Interviews will occur during March-April 2028. Shortlisted students will be contacted to advise of their progress, and their family will be asked to complete a Financial Questionnaire, and/or provide supporting documentation. 

Successful students will then receive a Scholarship Agreement. 

2028 Senior School Scholarships

• Applications open: Saturday 31 October 2026 
• Applications close: 5.00pm, Friday 22 January 2027 
• Scholarship testing:
  • Year 7: Monday 1 February 2027 
  • Years 8–11: Tuesday 2 February 2027 
• Shortlisted student interviews: March / April 2027 
• Outcomes: Communicated to successful students during May 2027