As part of our on-going commitment to excellence in student achievement, Springfield Central State High is pleased to offer scholarships to students again for 2026. The scholarships are available to responsible young people prepared to strive for their personal best, who will become a credit to their families, and the school. 

The scholarship will cover the School Resource Scheme (SRS) for the 2026 school year and a $250 uniform shop voucher.

Eligibility : Existing SCSHS students in Year 7-11 in 2025. 

• 1 x Academic Scholarship .
  

• 1 x Cultural Scholarship .

• 1 x Leadership and Community Service Scholarship.

• 1 x Sport Scholarship.

Students who apply for a scholarship at Springfield Central State High must meet the clearly defined criteria as stated below. The successful scholarship recipient will demonstrate:

Academic Scholarships:

• Excellence in all CORE subject areas of Mathematics, Science, English and Humanities.

• Academic achievements.

• Commitment to the four school core values: Respect, Relationships, Resilience and Responsibility.

Cultural Scholarships:

• Excellence in the area of arts or languages e.g. Dance, Drama, Music, Visual and Media Arts.

• Cultural or Arts achievements.

• Commitment to the four school core values: Respect, Relationships, Resilience and Responsibility.

Leadership and Community Service Scholarships:

• Ability to lead and mentor fellow students.

• Ability to participate in, and contribute to, both school and community groups.

• Commitment to the four school core values: Respect, Relationships, Resilience and Responsibility.

Sports Scholarships:

• Met West representation in the 24 months prior to application. 

• Active participation in sport within SCSHS.

• Commitment to the four school core values: Respect, Relationships, Resilience and Responsibility.

Students applying for a Springfield Central State High Scholarship should:

• Demonstrate a commitment to achievement in academics according to the student’s potential to achieve.

• Demonstrate a continued effort and sustained commitment to improving academic performance.

• Be prepared to participate in nominated school-based activities and events as notified.

• Demonstrate commitment to the leadership role that is implicit for all scholarship holders. Including:

  • Being a positive role model for younger students, displaying leadership by encouraging and supporting other students, and fostering group and school spirit. 

  • Supporting the school’s Uniform Policy by wearing the correct uniform with pride.  For students receiving the Sports Scholarship, this includes at training and competitions.

  • Student and parents demonstrating support for the values of Springfield Central State High both at school, and outside school.

• Show an awareness of, and appreciation for, school life and a willingness to accept the broad range of opportunities offered at Springfield Central State High.

• Provide support to school activities by volunteering to assist in events and activities when possible.
  

• Be committed to the school values.

• Support the student to ensure the above commitments are achieved.

Applications will only be accepted via this electronic form.

Completed applications should include:

• Completed scholarship application package;

• Two references from a current teacher, and/or sporting coach, and/or co-curricular tutors;

• Personal resume;

Your most recent school report card/s will be reviewed during the application process; (Academic, Cultural, and Leadership and Community Service scholarships only).

The closing date for applications is 3:00pm Friday 13  July, 2025.

• All applications will be assessed against the scholarship criteria outlined on this form.

• All applicants will be informed of their outcome by the school and further information will be provided for successful candidates. 

Application       

Application is complete and includes:

• Two references

• Personal resume

• Most recent report card

• Sample of work or copies of certificates

Academics       

Demonstrated excellence in all core subjects:

• Mathematics

• English

• Science

• Humanities

Academic Achievements   

• Statement within application

Academic Aspirations   

• Statement within application

Demonstrated Commitment to the four school core values

• Statement within application

References       

References and report card indicate outstanding:

• Effort

• Attitude

• Engagement to areas of academia

Application

Application is complete and includes:

• Two references

• Personal resume

• Most recent report card

• Sample of work or copies of certificates

Cultural or Arts Achievements

Demonstrated excellence in:

• Areas of the Arts

• Cultural achievements or languages

• Statement of achievements and certificates.
  

Cultural or Arts Aspirations

• Statement within application

Demonstrated Commitment to the four school core values

• Statement within application

References

References and report card indicate outstanding:

• Effort

• Attitude

• Engagement to areas of culture and the arts
  

Application       

Application is complete and includes:

• Two references

• Personal resume

• Most recent report card

• Sample of work or copies of certificates

Leadership and Community Service  

• Demonstrated leadership roles within the school or community.

• Statement within application
  

Demonstrated Commitment to the four school core values

• Statement within application

References       

References and report card indicate outstanding:

• Effort

• Attitude

• Commitment to leading through Springfield Central State High’s four core values.
  

Application       

Application is complete and includes:

• Evidence of Met West team selection.
  

• Evidence of desirable criteria

Sports Achievements

Demonstrated excellence in the area of Sport

• Statement within application

• Copies of certificates

Demonstrated Commitment to the four school core values

• Statement within application

References       

References and report card indicate outstanding:

• Effort

• Attitude

• Engagement in areas of school sport
  

I/We hereby declare that to the best of my/our knowledge all documentation and information submitted or made by me/us to the school is true, accurate and complete. 

I/We understand and accept that Springfield Central State High reserves the right at any stage to withdraw a scholarship which has been offered on the basis of incorrect or incomplete information. 

I/We understand and accept the conditions of the scholarship as set out in this Scholarship Application.