Entry into Year 7 in September 2027
Loreto is a selective Catholic Grammar School and as such an Entrance Examination needs to be taken. The Entrance Examination for Year 7 Entry in September 2027 will take place on Friday, 18th September 2026.
This is for candidates with a date of birth between 1st September 2015 and 31st August 2016. Late Applications cannot be accepted.
Further information shall be added to the website once it is available.
Paper order and lengths:
1) Mathematics - 45 minutes
2) English - GL: 45 minutes
3) Verbal Reasoning - GL: 50 minutes
Familiarisation Materials for the Entrance Examination
Here are some familiarisation materials provided by GL Assessment:
- Verbal reasoning parent's guide including answers
- Verbal reasoning paper 1 and Answer sheet
- Verbal reasoning paper 2 and Answer sheet
- Verbal reasoning paper 3 and Answer sheet
- English parent's guide including answers
- English paper 1 and Answer sheet
- English paper 2 and Answer sheet
In addition, GL Assessment provide papers which you can purchase:
Verbal reasoning practice papers
Open Day 2026
Our next Open Day will take place on Saturday 27th June 2026, from 9:30am - 1:00pm.
The morning will include talks from Mrs Beever, Headteacher, alongside guided tours of the School for prospective parents and students.
Prebooking or registration is NOT required. Please do just turn up on the day.
Further information shall be available nearer to the date.
Admissions Policy - 2027 Entry
Parent Information Booklet 2025
