Loreto Grammar School

Loreto Grammar School in Altrincham, Greater Manchester uses Trafford Consortium (GL Assessment). The test is provided by GL Assessment and typically evaluates Mathematics, English comprehension and SPaG, Verbal Reasoning, and Non-Verbal/Spatial Reasoning using multiple-choice optical mark sheets.

Loreto Grammar School offers approximately 150 Year 7 places, with competition historically rated as 5:1. Admissions criteria: Admission is based on achieving a qualifying score and religious affiliation.

Baptised Catholic girls living in specified parishes. For state grammar applications, parents must ensure their permanent residence satisfies published local authority criteria before the 31st October Common Application Form (CAF) deadline.

Complete the exam registration, supplementary faith form, and the LA CAF. Key dates: Registration Opens: May 2026; Entrance Exam: September 2026; Local Authority Application Deadline: 31st October 2026. Always consult the official school website for any annual adjustments.

Focus on: Practice GL style Maths, English, and Reasoning., Read widely to improve comprehension skills.. Preparation should begin in early Year 5 with disciplined 15-minute daily micro-practice, timed mock exams matching the Trafford Consortium (GL Assessment) format, and systematic mistake review using LuraPrep to eliminate repeat errors.