We offer a number of scholarships.
For more information and to download application forms, go to the Public Education Foundation website or email info@publiceducationfoundation.org.au
telephone 02 9266 8681
Students are welcome to apply for more than one scholarship but only one scholarship can be held.
The Emorgo Scholarship for music
To be eligible for the Emorgo Scholarship for Music you must be:
- commencing Year 7 at the Conservatorium High School as a member of the school’s Junior Vocal Stream and either continuing with, or taking up, study of a woodwind instrument or French Horn
OR
- be a student in the junior school (Years 7, 8 & 9) majoring in the study of a woodwind instrument or French Horn
One scholarship will be awarded.
What does the Emorgo Scholarship for music provide?
The Emorgo Scholarship for Music will provide financial support up to the value of $5,000 to support the study of wind instruments (including French Horn) and to assist with expenses related to musical studies. These expenses may include musical tuition, the purchase of a woodwind instrument or French Horn (must be an instrument relevant to studies at the Conservatorium High School but need not be the student’s major study), educational software, school levies and other costs relevant to educational outcomes.
J Holden Family Foundation Scholarship for music
The Public Education Foundation’s J. Holden Family Foundation Scholarship for Music was established support talented young musicians attend the Conservatorium High School by defraying the cost of the school’s music program. The scholarship is offered to a student whose financial circumstances warrant the assistance this scholarship can provide.
Who can apply?
To be eligible for this scholarship you must be:
- an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
- commencing Year 7 at the Conservatorium High School
- able to demonstrate financial need for this scholarship
- committed to completing secondary education up to the Higher School Certificate at the Conservatorium High School.
Up to four scholarships will be awarded.
What does the J Holden Family Foundation Scholarship for music provide?
Recipients of J. Holden Family Foundation Scholarship for Music will receive a one-off financial award in the amount of $3000 on their commencement of Year 7 at the Conservatorium High School.
The scholarship funds are to be used for the student’s direct educational benefit by assisting with expenses related to their studies at the Conservatorium High School. These expenses may include musical tuition, the purchase of an instrument, educational software, school levies and other costs relevant to educational outcomes.
Patricia Long Conservatorium High School Scholarship
The Public Education Foundation’s Patricia Long Conservatorium High School Scholarship was established from the proceeds of the Estate of the Late Patricia Long. This scholarship assists gifted young musicians attend the Conservatorium High School by helping to defray the cost of the school’s music program. The scholarship is offered to a student whose financial circumstances warrant the assistance this scholarship can provide.
Who can apply?
To be eligible for the award of Patricia Long Conservatorium High School Scholarship the applicant must be:
- an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
- current or commencing student at the Conservatorium High School
- able to demonstrate financial need for this scholarship
- committed to completing secondary education up to the Higher School Certificate at the Conservatorium High School.
What does the Patricial Long Conservatorium High School Scholarship provide?
The recipient of the Patricia Long Conservatorium High School Scholarship will receive financial support in the amount of $2500 for each year s/he remains enrolled at the Conservatorium High School.
The maximum period of support is six years. The scholarship holder will receive the scholarship for the duration of his/her enrolment at the Conservatorium High School on condition that s/he makes excellent progress in studies and maintains an exemplary attendance record.
NSW School Nanga Mai Awards
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Premier’s Spelling Bee
The Premier’s Spelling Bee is an annual competition that encourages primary school students in Years 3 to 6 to develop their spelling skills in a fun and educational way. Students are selected at school level to take part in regional finals. Regional winners then compete in the state final.
Premier’s Reading Challenge
This Premier’s Reading Challenge encourages students from Kindergarten to Year 9 to develop a love of reading and plays an important role in developing literacy.
Premier’s Debating Challenge
The Premier’s Debating Challenge is open to students from Year 5 to 12. Teams compete in a round robin series of debates against other schools. The winners go on to compete at regional and state level to determine the eventual state champion.
Public speaking competitions
The Arts Unit offers public speaking competitions for NSW school students. Each competition is a great opportunity for students to develop their speech-writing and presentation skills while representing their schools in a state-wide competition.
Premier’s Anzac Memorial Scholarships
The Premier’s Anzac Memorial Scholarships are an opportunity to visit significant overseas sites associated with Australia’s participation in war for Years 10 and 11 students in selected schools.
The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award - Australia
The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award - Australia provides an internationally recognised, self-development program for people aged 14 to 25. The program equips young people with the opportunity to undertake a variety of voluntary and challenging activities.