About Penrhos College scholarships
Penrhos College, a Uniting Church girls' school in Como, offers an Academic and General Excellence Scholarship, Music Fellowships and a boarding scholarship, assessed through a scholarship examination. The College seeks all-round students who combine a positive attitude to academic study with a willingness to embrace new challenges. The Academic and General Excellence Scholarship provides between 25 and 50 per cent remission of tuition for the remainder of secondary studies. The Michael Boud Foundation Boarding Scholarship offers 50 per cent remission of both tuition and boarding fees for students from regional Western Australia, while Music Fellowships provide up to 100 per cent remission of music tuition on one instrument. Applicants must be Australian citizens or permanent residents residing in Western Australia.
Girls
Perth – South of the River
Scholarship types
Test format and information
Penrhos College uses the AAS scholarship test. Reasoning and Problem Solving, Reading Comprehension, Mathematics, and Written Expression are covered in the assessment.
Scholarship test dates
Key dates for Penrhos College scholarship testing. Always confirm dates directly with the school.
Students sit the test 1 year before entry. E.g. Year 6 students sit for Year 7 entry.
The most recent scholarship round has concluded. Schools usually release the next round's dates later in the year — please confirm directly with the school.
Apply for a scholarship
Visit the Penrhos College website for full details on their scholarship program, eligibility criteria, and application process.
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Frequently asked questions
What test does Penrhos College use for scholarships?
Penrhos College uses the AAS scholarship test. The AAS assessment covers Reasoning and Problem Solving, Reading Comprehension, Mathematics, and Written Expression.
When is the Penrhos College scholarship test?
Check the Penrhos College website for the latest scholarship test dates. Dates are typically published in the second half of the year prior to entry.
How can I prepare for the Penrhos College scholarship test?
Penrhos College uses AAS, which covers Reasoning and Problem Solving, Reading Comprehension, Mathematics, and Written Expression. PrepHQ offers targeted practice sessions aligned with the AAS format, with detailed explanations for every question to help students build genuine understanding.