Financial Support and IB Scholarship Financial Support Financial Support for Tuition Fees is available at ISA for those self-paying families with a student in Kindergarten through to Grade 12 who is academically eligible for admission to the school. Financial Support is not available on the UK National Tuition Fee nor does it apply to Pre-School tuition. Eligibility for Financial Support is determined by the following criteria: • the family’s ability to afford the Tuition Fees as assessed by the School Finance Committee • student will bring exemplary academic work to ISA • student will contribute to the positive social climate of ISA Support is awarded on an annual basis; the student’s standing at school together with continuing need is considered by the Committee in determining the renewal of assistance. Families awarded Financial Support are still responsible for the full cost of the Capital Fee and Registration Fee.

International Baccalaureate Scholarship Prospective International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma students may apply for an IB Scholarship to cover 100% of the Tuition Fees in grades 11 and 12. Award of this Scholarship is determined by the following criteria: • student will bring exemplary academic work to the IB Programme • student will contribute to the positive social climate of ISA • interview with the IB Scholarship Committee The award of this Scholarship is not dependent upon financial need. It is awarded for the full two year programme, but reviewed after one year. The student must bring exemplary academic work to the IB Programme and show good citizenship in order to retain the Scholarship. Parents of an IB Scholarship student are still responsible for the full cost of the Capital Fee and Registration Fee.

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Application Instructions for Financial Support Families receiving Financial Support are still responsible for the full cost of the Registration Fee and Capital Fee as itemised under Financial Information in the Prospectus. All information will be treated as strictly confidential and will be reviewed by the School Finance Committee without reference to the applicant’s name.

Students who are new to ISA To be eligible for Support, a student must be eligible for admission to ISA. To avoid misunderstandings, a decision on admission will not be communicated to parents until the financial award has been determined. Please submit the following forms together: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

ISA Enrolment Form School records/official transcripts for the past three years, including available standardised testing results Application Form for Financial Support Documentation such as government statements of income and/or Tax Returns (UK Forms P60, P11, P11D, P14 or US Income Tax Return Form 1040 with all schedules). These documents should be for the last tax year. Confidential Teacher Recommendation Form*

directly to: Mrs Sheila Sibley, Admissions International School of Aberdeen, Pitfodels House, North Deeside Road, Pitfodels, Cults, Aberdeen, AB15 9PN, Scotland Tel: +44 (0)1224 730300 Fax: +44 (0)1224 865558 Email: [email protected] * This form should be sent by the teacher directly to ISA, for the attention of Mrs Sheila Sibley, Admissions

Current ISA students Please submit the following forms together: 1. 2.

Application Form for Financial Support Documentation such as government statements of income and/or Tax Returns (UK Forms P60, P11, P11D, P14, or US Income Tax Return Form 1040 with all schedules). These documents should be for the last tax year.

directly to: Mrs Cyria Scott, Business Manager International School of Aberdeen, Pitfodels House, North Deeside Road, Pitfodels, Cults, Aberdeen, AB15 9PN, Scotland Tel: +44 (0)1224 730300 Fax: +44 (0)1224 865548 Email: [email protected]

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Application Instructions for IB Scholarship Families receiving an IB Scholarship are still responsible for the full cost of the Registration Fee and Capital Fee as itemised under Financial Information in the Prospectus.

Students who are new to ISA To be eligible for an IB Scholarship, a student must be eligible for admission to ISA. Please submit the following forms together: 1. 2. 3. 4.

ISA Enrolment Form School records/official transcripts for the past three years, including available standardised testing results IB Scholarship Applicant Questionnaire Confidential Teacher Recommendation Form*

directly to: Mrs Sheila Sibley, Admissions International School of Aberdeen, Pitfodels House, North Deeside Road, Pitfodels, Cults, Aberdeen, AB15 9PN, Scotland Tel: +44 (0)1224 730300 Fax: +44 (0)1224 865558 Email: [email protected] * This form should be sent by the teacher directly to ISA, for the attention of Mrs Sheila Sibley, Admissions

Current ISA students Please submit the following form: 1.

IB Scholarship Applicant Questionnaire

directly to: Mr Franke Thomas, High School Principal International School of Aberdeen, Pitfodels House, North Deeside Road, Pitfodels, Cults, Aberdeen, AB15 9PN, Scotland Tel: +44 (0)1224 730300 Fax: +44 (0)1224 865558 Email: [email protected]

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Application Form for Financial Support Family Name: Applying For Academic Year: Student Details Name(s) of child(ren) for whom financial support is requested: Name

Age

Grade in School

Child(ren) resides with: (tick all that apply) Father

Mother

Stepfather

Stepmother

Other

Family Information: Father/Guardian’s Name:

Mother/Guardian’s Name:

Home Address:

Telephone: Father/Guardian’s Employer:

Mother/Guardian’s Employer:

Position & Length of Service:

Position & Length of Service:

Business Address:

Business Address:

Anticipated length of time your family will reside in the UK:

Name(s) of other children and the schools/colleges/universities they attend: Name

Institution Attending

Year

Annual Tuition Paid By Parents

Amount of Financial Aid

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Family Name: Does the employer of the child’s parents provide tuition assistance? Yes

No

If yes, please provide details:

Parents’ current marital status: Married

Separated*

Divorced*

Single

Widowed

*If child’s parents are separated or divorced, complete this item: Student’s parents are: Divorced

Legally Separated

Separated, no court action

Is there any agreement specifying a contribution for the child’s educational expenses? Yes

No

If yes, how much per year £/$…………

Non-custodial parent’s full name: Home Address:

Occupation/Employer:

If you wish to provide supporting comments, please attach a separate sheet.

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Family Name: PARENTS’ ANNUAL INCOME AND EXPENSES Please report income of both parents and/or guardians for the last calendar year and represent your best estimate for income/expenses for the current calendar year. Documentation such as government statements of income and/or Tax Returns (UK Forms P60, P11, P11D, P14, or US Income Tax Return Form 1040 and all schedules) must be attached to this Application. These documents should be for the last tax year.

LAST YEAR ANNUAL INCOME

£(UK)

$(OTHER) INDICATE

CURRENT YEAR (Est) £(UK)

$ (OTHER) INDICATE

Salaries & Wages – Father/Guardian Salaries & Wages – Mother/Guardian Dividends and/or interest income Alimony received Child support received Net profit from business Rental income received Offshore income (please explain) Other income (please explain) EMPLOYER ALLOWANCES School fees Housing subsidy Car lease EXPENSES Mortgage or rental payments US/other income tax UK tax (council, national insurance) Living expenses (food, utilities) Insurance Instalment payments (please itemise) Childcare Medical Expenses not paid by insurance Vacations, holidays and summer camps Club Membership Other expenses (please explain) NOTE: Not all categories may be applicable to your circumstances. 3 of 5

Family Name:

PARENTS’ ASSETS AND LIABILITIES As of (Date): ASSETS

£(UK)

$ (other) indicate

Bank accounts – current & savings accounts Other investments – stocks, bonds, life insurance, etc. Property: list the present market value for all property owned Business assets Other assets (please specify) LIABILITIES Mortgage loans Personal debts other than mortgage loans (please specify) Business debts Total vehicle debt Other indebtedness (please specify) NOTE: Not all categories may be applicable to your circumstances.

EXPLANATIONS Please use this space to provide explanations and/or clarification for any item above. Attach a separate sheet if necessary.

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Family Name:

I/We certify that the foregoing is true and accurate. This application is submitted on the understanding that the decision of the School Financial Aid Committee is final. I/We understand that if I/We accept financial support and our child attends the school, I/We will personally be responsible for paying the Registration and Capital Fees, and the balance of the account as invoiced. I/We understand that if financial support is offered it is valid for only the academic year for which the application is made and an updated application must be submitted and approved annually to receive further assistance. I/We authorise the School Financial Aid Committee to make such enquiries to verify the information contained in this application as they deem necessary, although the Committee is under no obligation to do so. I/We also agree that in the event of the information contained herein proving to be incomplete, inaccurate or misleading, the Committee shall be entitled at any future time to reclaim any financial aid which the Committee in its discretion may decide would not have been granted if all the information contained herein had been complete, true and accurate.

Father/Guardian’s Signature:

Date:

PRINT NAME:

Mother/Guardian’s Signature: Date: PRINT NAME:

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Confidential Teacher Recommendation The student whose name appears below has applied for admission to the International School of Aberdeen and we would appreciate your assistance. To be completed by Class, Form or English teacher for applicants currently in Kindergarten to grade 8 (ages 5-13) To be completed by a Teacher, Counsellor or Head of School for applicants currently in Grade 9 to 12 (ages 14-18) Applicant’s Name: Present School Name & Address:

Grade:

School Telephone: Name of Person completing recommendation: Position: How long have you known the applicant: How often do you have contact with applicant: What is applicant’s mother tongue:

Fax:

Daily

Weekly

Occasionally

Please assess applicant’s standard of English (if appropriate). Spoken: Written: Describe any particular academic strengths and/or weaknesses:

Have there been any disciplinary, emotional or other concerns regarding this applicant? if yes, please explain:

If you are aware that the student has a learning difficulty and/or needs support for learning, please explain:

What is the applicant’s general academic progress? Above grade level On grade level/age appropriate Below grade level

Is the applicant in a streamed programme? Yes No If so, in what subjects is the applicant: In an advanced section In an average section Receiving support Page 1 of 2 140910

Applicant’s name Please evaluate the applicant with respect to the following criteria: No basis for judgement

Below Average

Average

Good

Excellent

Academic ability Academic motivation Study habits & organisational ability Ability to work independently General behaviour Ability to get along with other students Reaction to criticism Leadership Self-confidence Warmth of personality Sense of humour Maturity Please include additional information about the applicant’s character, values, special interests, talents, performance and potential as a student. If the student’s record is not a true indication of his/her ability, please explain factors that have interfered with his/her academic achievement.

For applicants in grades 9-12: Is the entire class at the applicant’s present school in a university preparatory programme? Approximately what percentage of the applicant’s present class will attend university? Should this student be in a competitive university preparatory programme? If there are any comments you would feel more comfortable sharing in a telephone call, please tick Your telephone number: Best time to call:

Signed:

Date: Please Return Form Directly to: Mrs Sheila Sibley, Admissions International School of Aberdeen, Pitfodels House, North Deeside Road, Pitfodels, Cults, Aberdeen, AB15 9PN, Scotland Tel: +44 (0)1224 730300 Fax: +44 (0)1224 865558 [email protected] Page 2 of 2

IB Scholarship Applicant Questionnaire This form should be completed legibly in your own handwriting Full Name: Current grade/year in school: Which academic subjects interest you most and why?

What book have you found particularly interesting or enjoyable in the past year? Why did you enjoy it?

What do you consider to be your major strengths and/or talents?

Why do you consider yourself a good candidate for the IB Scholarship?

If you are receiving support for learning, please describe:

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Applicant Name: Describe your interests and activities as specifically as possible. Please include information about sports, drama, art, music, hobbies, volunteer or work experience, chores, summer camp, or travel. Mention any leadership roles and/or awards you have achieved. Please tell us anything about yourself that would help us to know you better.

Signed:

Date: 2

Applicant Name: The following need only be completed by those applying from outside ISA Please describe your present courses in English, mathematics, science and foreign language(s). List the topics you will have covered by the end of this school year. Please list the titles and publishers of the textbooks you are using. English:

Mathematics:

Science (including number of laboratory periods per week):

Foreign Language(s):

Signed:

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