About the school
Queen Elizabeth Grammar School says pupils are selected for Year 7 on the basis of evidence of aptitude from the entrance test. The school is on Ullswater Road, Penrith, and its admissions page also states that it has a large and thriving Sixth Form.
| School type | Grammar · Co-educational |
|---|---|
| Sixth form | Yes |
📅 Open days: For 2027 entry, Open Evening: Tuesday 23 June 2026, 5-8pm. For 2028 entry, Year 5 school tours will take place on dates to be confirmed.
Entrance exam
| Exam board / format | FSCE (Future Stories) |
|---|---|
| Delivery | To be confirmed |
📄 Free Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith practice papers (PDF)
Admissions & catchment
| Catchment | To be confirmed |
|---|---|
| Detail | A catchment area map is provided on the admissions page. |
Key dates
| Registration opens | To be confirmed |
|---|---|
| Registration deadline | 12 Jul 2026 |
| Typical exam date | 17 Sep 2026 |
For 2027 entry, the admissions page states: application deadline Sunday 12 July 2026; entrance test day Thursday 17 September 2026. For 2028 entry, Year 5 school tours are planned and dates are to be confirmed.
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