The Endeavour Scholarship Philosophy

In 2001 St Cuthbert's College, King's College and King's School launched a scholarship initiative which aims to enable young people of Maori and Pasifika descent to gain the qualifications which will help them take their place as leaders in our community.

The Endeavour Scholarships, which will eventually see 56 students assisted to attend the three schools, are funded by philanthropists and supporters of the schools of independent education and have the full support of leaders from Maori and Pacific Island communities.

• The girls' scholarship will cover education at St Cuthbert's College through Years 7 to 13.
• Boys will commence their education in Years 7 to 8 at King's School and then move to King's College for their secondary education in Years 9 to 13.
• Fundamental to the Endeavour scholarship programme is the principle that the schools, families and communities need to work together to encourage the students to reach their full potential.
• Scholarship students will share their cultural heritage and enrich the culture of the College.
• Every successful applicant's family will be assessed for its ability to pay independent school fees, with the amount of the scholarship being adjusted accordingly. Where families are assessed as unable to meet costs over and above tuition fees, such as uniforms, field trips etc, assistance will be offered.
• The management of the scholarship is structured to ensure that each student feels included and secure, with staff to support them and peer mentors to serve as role models.
  
  Please click here to read an article about two of our Endeavour Scholars in Spasifik magazine.

Endeavour Scholarships at St Cuthbert’s College for Entry in 2013

• Scholarships are awarded on the results of a competitive examination and a personal interview for short-listed candidates.
• Active participation in cultural activities, overall ability and previous school achievements are taken into account.
• Candidates will sit examinations in English and Mathematics.
• Based on the results of the scholarship examination and application, a short-list for interview will be established.
• The value of each Scholarship is a minimum of 25% of tuition fees each year, for the duration of the student’s College education.
  Greater support, up to the maximum value of 100% of tuition fees and provision for associated costs, is available if financial need is demonstrated. An assessment of financial position is undertaken by an evaluator independent of the College, at no cost, if you choose to apply for greater financial assistance.
• There is an annual review of the performance of the scholarship holder against attitude and commitment criteria. Students are expected to participate in and share their culture with the College community.
• Scholarships are open to all prospective students. Students must be New Zealand citizens or hold New Zealand residency visas. Students currently attending St Cuthbert’s College are not eligible to apply.
• In the event of there being no candidates who reach a sufficiently high standard, scholarships may not be awarded.
• The decision of the Principal is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
  
  To apply for a Scholarship please ensure that you complete the application form and include all items on the checklist. Applications can be submitted at any time before the closing date.
  You will receive an acknowledgement of the receipt of your application by mail. 
• Applications close on Thursday 2 August 2012.
• Endeavour Scholarship examinations will take place on Wednesday 8 August 2012 from 9.00am - 11.00am.
• Personal interviews will be held for candidates who are short-listed on Thursday 23 August 2012.
  Families are encouraged to accompany and support students in their interview. Please ensure that you are available on this day for an interview before you submit your application as interviews cannot be undertaken at any other time. 
• All candidates, both successful and unsuccessful, will be notified of the outcome of their application in writing
  
  
  To apply for an Endeavour Scholarship please complete both of the forms attached below or contact: