Year 7 entry
Year 7 is the main entry point for our Senior School. We work hard to make our admissions process as stress-free and welcoming as possible for everyone involved because we appreciate that the 11+ and choosing a senior school can be a daunting prospect for girls and parents alike. We endeavour to provide you with as much information and insight as we can to support your decision making.
Our 7/26 Programme is designed for families applying for a place in our Senior School for entry in September 2026. It offers key information and invites to events which guide you and your daughter through each stage of the process.
Visiting us
Our Open Events are a wonderful opportunity to learn more about our school and the opportunities it offers.
Our next Senior School Open Event is Thursday 12th June at 4pm and will include a Senior School Art Exhibition viewing.
11+ Assessment Day
The 11+ Assessment Day takes place on our School site and is supported by our specialist staff team. We work hard to ensure that the 11+ Assessment Day is as informal and stress-free as possible, so that it is an enjoyable day for your child.
The day consists of the following :
The 11+ Online Entrance Test (approximately 60 minutes)
This includes maths, non-verbal reasoning,
verbal reasoning/comprehension.
Familiarisation materials specific to our test can be found using the button below.
Creative writing task (approximately 30 minutes)
The written task will consist of a choice of two tasks. Candidates only need to complete one.
Informal interview (approximately 15 minutes)
This consists of an informal chat with our friendly staff who are keen to find out more about the candidates.
Leisure activity (approximately 15 minutes)
A fun activity to release any stresses and to help ease any nerves.
7/26 key dates
Welcome to 7/26 Key Dates & Information: from March 2025
Performing Arts Discovery Workshop: 10th May 2025
STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Maths) Discovery Workshop: 17th May 2025
Senior School Open Event & Art Exhibition: 12th June 2025
Whole School Open Event: 10th October 2025
Whole School Open Event: 11th October 2025
Exam Registration Deadline: 16th October 2025
Scholarship Application Deadline: 16th October 2025
11+ Exam Day: 21st November 2025
Year 7 Offers & Scholarship Offers: January 2026
Offer and Scholarship Acceptance Deadline: March 2026
For internal Notre Dame candidates, progression to the Senior School is subject to assessment of progress over Years 4 and 5. Formal offers will be made at the end of Year 5, after which girls will not be required to sit the entrance exam unless they would like to apply for an Academic Scholarship. For all scholarship applications, the process for internal girls is the same as that for external girls.
