FINANCIAL SUPPORT
We pride ourselves on providing top-tier training for affordable monthly fees.
For additional financial suppprt we offer:
LOW INCOME SUPPORT ( 10% bursary )
Any performer currently training at Spirit YPC can access low income support if they are from a household with an income of £30,000 or less.
THE SPIRIT SCHOLARSHIP ( up to 100% of fees covered )
Application is via audition, for performers who could not otherwise access this level of performing arts training.
Full eligibility and application information below.
The Spirit Scholarship
The Spirit Scholarship is a one-year, financial support programme designed to help talented and committed young performers attend Spirit YPC'S Weekly Musical Theatre Program.
Each academic year, Spirit offers the equivalent of two full scholarships up to the value of £2,640 each.
These may be divided into smaller percentages across multiple students, depending on the strength of applications and individual circumstances. This flexible structure allows Spirit to support a wider range of talented young performers each year.
Unlike the Spirit Low Income Support Scheme, scholarships are limited, audition-based awards intended for students who demonstrate exceptional potential, commitment and suitability for training.
Scholarship Application Info
WHO CAN APPLY?
The scholarship programme is open to current and new students, aged 7–19, whose household financial circumstances may otherwise limit access to top-tier performing arts training.
AM I ELIGIBLE?
Performers are eligible to audition if they would otherwise struggle to afford this level of performing arts training.
To assess this, we consider combined household income alongside wider financial circumstances, including the number of dependants within the household and any additional factors that may impact access to training opportunities.
Please see the table below for our Household Income Guidelines:
Larger households and exceptional financial circumstances may be considered outside of the published guidelines, at the discretion of the Spirit team.
Shortlisted finalists will be required to provide supporting financial documentation as part of the final assessment process.
SCHOLARSHIP T&Cs
Scholarship recipients must:
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Maintain a minimum attendance rate of 80%
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Demonstrate consistent effort, progress and engagement in classes
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Arrive prepared and contribute positively to the training environment
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Show professionalism, commitment and respect towards staff and fellow students
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Attend compulsory rehearsals, performances and programme commitments where applicable
Please note:
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Scholarships apply to the named student and agreed classes only
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Scholarship support will be reviewed if attendance, commitment or conduct falls below the expected standard
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Scholarship support is applicable for one academic year and scholarship students are required to reapply and reaudition for continued consideration.
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Previous receipt of a Spirit Scholarship does not guarantee, disadvantage or influence future scholarship decisions, with all applications assessed independently each academic year.
HOW TO APPLY
Step 1: Complete the Scholarship Application Form.
Step 2: Submit your audition video.
Choose one song from our Audition List.
Film yourself singing it either a cappella to one of our Backing Tracks.
Send us your video on WhatsApp 020 7081 2635
Deadline: 7am on Monday 15th June.
Step 3: In-Person Recall Audition.
Successful candidates will then be invited to an in-person audition on Sunday 28th June 2026 from 4:30pm-6pm, in Central London. Full venue details will be sent to you if you are recalled.
Stage 4: Submitting Financial Documents.
If you are one of our shortlisted finalists, you will be required to provide supporting financial documentation as part of the final assessment stage. Final scholarship decisions will only be made upon receipt of the requested documentation.
Stage 5: Scholarships Awarded
The equivalent of two full scholarships will be awarded. These may be divided across multiple students depending on the strength of applications and individual circumstances.