Curriculum and Learning

McGlade Academic Scholarship – Year 11, 2027

The College is pleased to invite applications for the 2027 McGlade Academic Scholarships, available to students entering Year 11 in 2027. Both current students and external applicants are warmly encouraged to apply.

This scholarship honours Brother James Athanasius McGlade, a devoted Christian Brother who served in Catholic education for more than 70 years, including many years at St Patrick’s College. His legacy continues through this scholarship, which celebrates academic excellence and a commitment to the formation of the whole person.

The McGlade Scholarship encourages a love of learning and invites applicants to participate fully in College life through academic endeavour, co-curricular involvement and service to others. It reflects our mission to form young men with strong minds and gentle hearts, supporting them to become confident, capable and compassionate graduates who are ready to make a positive difference.

One full scholarship, equivalent to the full tuition fee, is available. Two half scholarships, each equivalent to half the tuition fee, are also available.

Selection criteria, in order of importance, are as follows:

1. The highest overall combined performance in the Scholarship Examination, covering Abstract Reasoning and Problem Solving, Mathematics Achievement and Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, and Written Expression, conducted by Academic Assessment Services.

    

Successful students must also demonstrate:

1. Excellent academic achievement in school-based assessment. 

2. A strong record of respectful and positive behaviour towards students and College staff.

3. Participation in, and contribution to, the Shining our Light (SOL) Service program, or an equivalent program at their current school. 

4. Participation in, and contribution to, a range of co-curricular activities.

Families considering an application are encouraged to review the criteria carefully and speak with their son about his commitment to learning, service and active participation in College life that the scholarship represents.

Examination date:           Saturday 19 September 2026

Applications close:          Friday 11 September 2026

To apply on behalf of your son, please submit an application through the Academic Assessment Services (AAS) portal using the LINK

James Martin  

Director of Curriculum