Apply for a Sports Scholarship
The sports scholarship programme at Polwhele House School sits at the heart of our commitment to sporting excellence. As the only school in Cornwall to offer a sports scholarship from Year 3, we are proud to be leading the way in developing young sporting talent. In 2023, we were joint runners-up in the ISA Awards for Outstanding Sport (Small School), a recognition that reflects the strength of our provision.
Sport is central to life at Polwhele House, and this programme plays an important role in accelerating our journey towards becoming a beacon of sporting excellence in Cornwall.
The next Sports Scholarship Assessment Day will be held on Friday 19th June 2026.
Apply HERE.
Outstanding Achievements
Over the last four years, sport at Polwhele House has reached an outstanding level, with qualification to national finals in both team and individual events becoming the norm. Our recent achievements include:
- U11 Netball South-West Champions 2021/22, 2022/23 and 2025/26; 5th at the National Finals in 2023/24; National Finalists 2024/25; U11 Cornwall Champions 2025/26.
- U11 Football National Finals 2022/23.
- U11 Tag Rugby South-West Champions 2022/23, 2025/26.
- U9 Tag Rugby South-West Champions 2025/26.
- U9 Boys Cross Country South-West Champions 2022/23.
- Multiple individual Cross Country South-West Champions & two top-8 finishes at National Finals.
- 26 individual Athletics South-West Champions in the last 3 years, including 1 Gold, 5 Silver, and 6 Bronze at Athletics National Finals.
- 18 gold medals at the 2023/24 Cornwall Primary Athletics Championships.
Coaching Excellence
These successes are only made possible through tailored coaching and training. Mrs Elworthy, an ex-international netball player, brings her experience at the highest level to develop our athletes. Mr Elworthy has worked with some of the best tennis and cricket players in the world during his broadcasting career and has represented Hampshire in various sports. Our sports scholars will benefit from highly experienced coaches who will support them in becoming their very best.
The sports scholarship not only offers more opportunities for training but also introduces athletes to the mental side of sports. Our scholars will have access to workshops on sports nutrition and sports psychology, key components of developing the complete athlete.
Target Sports
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Athletics
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Cross Country
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Football
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Netball
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Rugby
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Athletics
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Cross Country
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Netball
Scholar Benefits
In addition to one PE Lesson and Double Games each week, sports scholars will also receive:
- One afternoon of group strength and conditioning training every week.
- Specialist sport specific coaching sessions, such as netball shooting workshops, football goalkeeping workshops, or long jump workshops etc
- Scholar only trips and experiences
Scholarships & Discounts
Gold – 40% Scholarship
Awarded to athletes who consistently perform at the highest level, showing exceptional skill, dedication and leadership both on and off the field.
Silver – 20% Scholarship
Recognizes students who display strong sporting talent, determination and sportsmanship with continued growth and achievement.
Bronze – 10% Scholarship
Encourages developing athletes who show potential, passion and a commitment to improving their skills.
THE APPLICATION PROCESS
The next Sports Scholarship Assessment Day will be held on Friday 19th June 2026.
Apply HERE.
If you have any queries about the scholarship, please email our Head of Sport, Jonny Elworthy, at jonny.elworthy@polwhelehouse.co.uk
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