About the school
Lichfield Cathedral School says it is a non-selective school and that admission is by assessment, interview and school report. Families can visit through open events or personal tours, and children aged 9 or above complete academic assessments.
| School type | Independent (fee-paying) · Co-educational |
|---|---|
| Age range | 4–11 |
| Sixth form | Yes |
📅 Open days: Open Events 2026: Nursery and Juniors Open Mornings 9am to 11am on Thursday 24 September and Thursday 19 November; Senior School Open Morning 9.30am to 11.30am on Tuesday 29 September; Sixth Form Open Evening 6.30pm to 8.30pm on Thursday 15 October; individual tours also available.
Entrance exam
| Exam board / format | Format to confirm |
|---|---|
| Delivery | To be confirmed |
📄 Free Lichfield Cathedral School practice papers (PDF)
Admissions & catchment
| Catchment | Open to all — no catchment requirement |
|---|---|
| Detail | If all places are filled, priority on the waiting list is given to parents who already have a child in the school; otherwise places are offered in chronological order of application. |
Key dates
| Registration opens | To be confirmed |
|---|---|
| Registration deadline | To be confirmed |
| Typical exam date | 14 Nov 2026 |
Senior School Open Morning 9.30am to 11.30am on 2026-09-29 includes entry to Year 7 in Sept 2027; Year 7 Entrance 2027 Assessment Day is 2026-11-14 from 9am to 5pm. The school recommends children are registered 12 months prior to their start date.
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