Scholarships
From academic to opportunity and inclusion, we have a range of scholarships on offer.
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Scholarships and Fee Assistance
The King David School has a range of academic and equity scholarships. These are generously funded by our donors. Scholarships offer a reduction of tuition fees, which varies depending on the type of scholarship. Most scholarships are for the duration of the student’s schooling, provided the student adheres to the scholarship conditions.
KDS Advantage Bursaries
This bursary removes financial barriers, making an immersive Jewish education accessible to students who might otherwise miss out. They are awarded to students in Years 2 or 3 not yet attending The King David School and will support the student until at least Year 7.
Academic Scholarships
Our scholarships celebrate exceptional achievements in academics, the arts, and leadership, supporting student talents and ambitions at KDS.
Derech Eretz Scholarships
Derech Eretz can be described as one who consistently demonstrates common decency, or high emotional and interpersonal intelligence.
The Gabi Awalom Basser STEM Scholarship
The Gabi Awalom Basser STEM Scholarship is named in memory of Gabi, a student of The King David School who passed away too soon from illness in 2021. Gabi started at the School in Junior Kinder, graduating in 2007. She was an outstanding student and Dux of her graduating class.
Music and Performing Arts Scholarships
We have a limited number of scholarships available to new students who show exceptional talent in music or performing arts.
Opportunity and Inclusion Scholarships
Thanks to generous donors to The King David School Foundation, this means-tested program can offer long-term reduction in tuition fees on a whole family basis. The Opportunity and Inclusion scholarships are awarded to families who, for financial reasons, require assistance for their child to attend King David and are reassessed annually. Scholarships are available to new and existing students.
The Roza and Ezra Polak Scholarship
Through the generosity of Leibovich Family Foundation, The King David School is delighted to offer new students entering the School in Year 9 (2026) the opportunity to apply for the Roza and Ezra Polak Scholarship. This scholarship was established to provide a student who cannot afford a King David education the opportunity to be part of our school.
SCHOLARSHIPS
2026 and 2027 Scholarships
We are pleased to announce our Advantage Bursaries for girls who will be in Year 2 or Year 3 in 2026.
There are a number of Academic, Derech Eretz, Music and Performing Arts scholarships available for 2027.
These scholarships are designed to give students the opportunity of a King David education. Terms and conditions apply.
Applications for 2027 scholarships close on Monday 16 February 2026.
The Scholarship exam is on Thursday 26 February 2026.
Year 2 0r 3 in 2026
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Advantage Bursaries
KDS Advantage Bursaries are available to girls who are not currently enrolled at King David who will be in Year 2 or Year 3 in 2026. These bursaries offer support through to the end of Year 7.
Please apply below and contact admissions@kds.vic.edu.au if you require more information.
Bursary Application requirements for external applicants:
- copies of the two most recent school reports
- most recent Naplan results
- Prospective Student Profile
- a recent photo of the student who is applying
Applicants are encouraged to attend a Discovery Tour. Please click here for bookings.
As well as this, applicants will have an interview with the Principal, Marc Light.
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Year 6 in 2027
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Year 6 in 2027
We welcome applications for students who are entering Year 6 in 2027, who believe they can make a positive contribution to The King David School. The number of scholarships awarded each year is determined by the quality of the applicants, available places, and donations to our Scholarship fund.
Academic Scholarship
Awarded to students who demonstrate high levels of academic ability and who will benefit from and contribute to the extra-curricular life of the School. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of the Scholarship Examination, online application and interview.
For further information on Academic Scholarships please click here.
Derech Eretz Scholarship
Thanks to the generous support of our Donors, we are able to offer a number of Derech Eretz awards to new students entering The King David School. A Derech Eretz can be described as one who consistently demonstrates common decency, or high emotional and interpersonal intelligence.
For further information on the Derech Eretz Scholarship please click here.
Scholarship Application requirements for external applicants:
- copies of the two most recent school reports
- most recent Naplan results
- Prospective Student Profile
- a recent photo of the student who is applying
Once you have submitted your online application, you will be emailed a link to Edutest. Please note that a $110 Edutest registration fee applies.
Year 7 in 2027
Scholarships
Year 7 in 2027
We welcome applications for students who are entering Year 7 in 2027, who believe they can make a positive contribution to The King David School. The number of scholarships awarded each year is determined by the quality of the applicants, available places, and donations to our Scholarship fund.
Academic Scholarship
Awarded to students who demonstrate high levels of academic ability and who will benefit from and contribute to the extra-curricular life of the School. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of the Scholarship Examination, online application and interview.
For further information on Academic Scholarships please click here.
Derech Eretz Scholarship
Thanks to the generous support of our Donors, we are able to offer a number of Derech Eretz awards to new students entering The King David School. A Derech Eretz can be described as one who consistently demonstrates common decency, or high emotional and interpersonal intelligence.
For further information on the Derech Eretz Scholarship please click here.
Scholarship Application requirements for external applicants:
- copies of the two most recent school reports
- most recent Naplan results
- Prospective Student Profile
- a recent photo of the student who is applying
Once you have submitted your online application, you will be emailed a link to Edutest. Please note that a $110 Edutest registration fee applies.
Year 10 in 2027
Scholarships
Year 10 in 2027
We welcome applications for students who are entering Year 10 in 2027, who believe they can make a positive contribution to The King David School. The number of scholarships awarded each year is determined by the quality of the applicants, available places, and donations to our Scholarship fund.
Performing Arts Scholarship
Awarded to students who demonstrate exceptional ability in drama and theatre. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of the Scholarship Examination, online application, video audition and interview.
For further information on Performing Arts Scholarships please click here.
Music Scholarship
Awarded to students who demonstrate exceptional ability in music. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of the Scholarship Examination, online application, audition and interview.
For further information on Music Scholarships please click here.
Academic Scholarship
Awarded to students who demonstrate high levels of academic ability and who will benefit from and contribute to the extra-curricular life of the School. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of the Scholarship Examination, online application and interview.
For further information on Academic Scholarships please click here.
Derech Eretz Scholarship
Thanks to the generous support of our Donors, we are able to offer a number of Derech Eretz awards to new students entering The King David School. A Derech Eretz can be described as one who consistently demonstrates common decency, or high emotional and interpersonal intelligence.
For further information on the Derech Eretz Scholarship please click here.
Scholarship Application requirements for external applicants:
- copies of the two most recent school reports
- most recent Naplan results
- Prospective Student Profile
- a recent photo of the student who is applying
Once you have submitted your online application, you will be emailed a link to Edutest. Please note that a $110 Edutest registration fee applies.
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Opportunity and Inclusion Scholarships
Thanks to generous donors to The King David School Foundation, the School offers Opportunity and Inclusion Scholarships. This means-tested program can offer long-term reduction in tuition fees on a whole family basis. The Opportunity and Inclusion scholarships are awarded to families who, for financial reasons, require assistance for their child to attend The King David School and are reassessed annually. Scholarships are available to new and existing students.
Sincere thanks to our generous donors who make our O&I Scholarship program possible:
Rachmil & Roza Brin Scholarship
The Leo & Mina Fink Fund
Jakob Frenkiel Charitable Trust
Tom & Jenny Gorog
Margaret Heselev (dec)
Estate of Don & Sonia Marejn
The Hon Howard Nathan AM
Pomegranate Fund
PSN Family Trust
Sam Sharman OAM
The Silberscher Family Foundation
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Fee Schedule
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