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Indigenous Scholarship Opportunities at Bunbury Cathedral Grammar School

Bunbury Cathedral Grammar School is dedicated to offering exceptional educational opportunities to Indigenous students from Years 7 to 12. As a distinguished co-educational boarding school located in Bunbury, Western Australia, we understand the importance of fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

At Bunbury Cathedral Grammar School, we are honoured to work in partnership with MADALAH to empower Indigenous students, providing them with the tools and support necessary to excel academically, embrace personal growth, and build a foundation for a successful future. Through this partnership, we are proud to provide Indigenous Scholarships that cover a comprehensive range of expenses. These scholarships extend from Year 7 all the way through to Year 12, encompassing tuition fees and levies.

MADALAH Scholarships

MADALAH Limited is a renowned not-for-profit organisation based in Western Australia. It is dedicated to providing secondary and tertiary education scholarships for Indigenous students, primarily from remote and regional communities. MADALAH’s aim is to offer learning opportunities and support, allowing students to attend WA’s leading boarding schools and prestigious universities from around Australia.

MADALAH stands for “Making A Difference And Looking Ahead” and embodies the organisation’s commitment to creating positive change through education. It acts as a bridge, connecting Indigenous students with quality educational institutions and empowering them to reach their full potential. Bunbury Cathedral Grammar School takes great pride in being a valued partner boarding school of MADALAH Limited. We are honoured to collaborate with MADALAH in providing educational opportunities and support to Indigenous students.

Indigenous Scholarship Eligibility Criteria:

  • Students must be of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander to be eligible.
  • Students are required to submit a written application and maybe requested to complete an aptitude test.
  • Students should submit a letter of recommendation from their current school’s Principal, deputy or teacher.
  • Students must submit their most recent NAPLAN results and last two School reports.
  • Students must also confirm they are eligible for AbStudy or are willing to apply. If successful, the family must complete the application for AbStudy.
  • Shortlisted students will be invited to an interview with the Head of School.
  • This Scholarship is supported by MADALAH Limited, a not-for-profit organisation that offers secondary and tertiary education scholarships for Indigenous students, primarily from remote and regional communities, to WA’s leading boarding schools and Australian universities. MADALAH secondary scholarships provide support to students from Years 7 to 12. These scholarships are administered by MADALAH on behalf of the National Indigenous Australians Agency (NIAA). As a partner School, applicants may be eligible for this support. Please visit the MADALAH website for the full details.

Apply Today:

Applications must be made to both the School and directly to MADALAH.

To apply with the School, please download the application form, or scroll down to complete the online application form.

Download application form

Completed forms and supporting documents can be sent to:
Bunbury Cathedral Grammar School
Enrolment Office
PO Box 1198
BUNBURY WA 6231
Email electronic copies to enrol@bcgs.wa.edu.au

Indigenous Scholarship Application

Student Name(Required)
DD slash MM slash YYYY
Are you applying to be a day or boarding student?(Required)
Please select one option
Are you an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander?(Required)
Please select one option
Do you identify as being an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander?(Required)
Please select one option
Is the student eligible for Abstudy?(Required)
Please select one option
If you selected no, or unknown, can some form of disadvantage be demonstrated (eg geographical or financial)??
Please select one option

Family Information

Parent/Guardian 1(Required)
Address(Required)
Please enter your residential address
Please provide details if different from residential address
Please enter the best number to be contacted on
Parent/Guardian 2
Address
If same as Parent/Guardian 1 please leave blank
Please enter postal address if different to residential address (and different to Parent/Guardian 1)
Please enter the best number to be contacted on

Scholarship Questions

The student should complete the below fields and parents are requested to complete a supporting statement.
Please provide details of any any hobbies or special interests that you have been involved in. Indicate how long you have participated in the activity and whether it is school based, after school or both. Please note if you wish to continue this involvement, or if you are looking to try something new. Examples include arts, languages other than English, drama, dance, Army Cadets, NAIDOC Week activities, Sorry Day events, Music or other cultural interests.
Please provide details of any sporting activities that you have been involved in. Indicate how long you have participated in the activity and whether it is school based, after school or both. Examples include details of any selection for representative sides (national, state or school based), selection as captain, selection for interschool teams, involvement in coaching or mentoring. Note if you wish to continue your activity or try something new.
Please provide details of subjects you enjoy, achievements you have and if you have participated in any activities beyond school. Examples include certificates of achievement/merit, academic awards, representing your school in academic activities, leadership roles held, mentoring programs.
Please provide details of any other special accomplishments, talents or personal skills not included in the sections above. (Max 800 characters)
Please describe why you think a Scholarship at Bunbury Cathedral Grammar School will assist you in reaching your goals. Outline why you would like to attend Bunbury Cathedral Grammar School and what you can provide to the School community. (Max 800 characters)
Please describe how a Scholarship at Bunbury Cathedral Grammar School will assist your child's education and outline the way in which you will support their educational efforts and involvement in our School community. (Max 800 characters)
Please upload school reports, birth certificate, letter of recommendation from School teacher or principle and any certificates/awards as outlined in application. These can also be emailed to enrol@bcgs.wa.edu.au .
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    MADALAH Scholarship(Required)
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    Phone: (08) 9722 6000
    Email: administration@bcgs.wa.edu.au
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    Acknowledgement of Country

    We acknowledge the traditional owners of this land both past and present. This land is the home of the Noongar people. We are standing now on Wardandi country the place of the dolphin dreaming. The Wardandi people are the coastal people and have strong links to this area. With respect to the current Wardandi people and ancestors of the past we thank them for accepting us. Today with mutual respect and understanding, we acknowledge the past and its differences and now look forward to working together to build strong relations.

    We acknowledge the traditional owners of this land both past and present. This land is the home of the Noongar people. We are standing now on Wardandi country the place of the dolphin dreaming. The Wardandi people are the coastal people and have strong links to this area. With respect to the current Wardandi people and ancestors of the past we thank them for accepting us. Today with mutual respect and understanding, we acknowledge the past and its differences and now look forward to working together to build strong relations.

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