Is Loughborough Grammar School a boarding school or a day school?

Loughborough Grammar School is a day school (independent). No residential boarding is offered.

Does Loughborough Grammar School require an entrance exam?

No entrance exam is required at Loughborough Grammar School. Admission is based on academic records and a school reference.

What ages does Loughborough Grammar School accept?

Loughborough Grammar School welcomes students aged 10 to 19.

How many students attend Loughborough Grammar School?

Loughborough Grammar School has approximately 789 students.

Is Loughborough Grammar School accredited?

Loughborough Grammar School is accredited by BSA.

What languages are taught at Loughborough Grammar School?

Loughborough Grammar School offers instruction in English.

Is Loughborough Grammar School recommended for expat families?

Sport ["One of the oldest schools in the UK (founded 1495)","Academic excellence","Family atmosphere","Stimulating environment","Boarding and day provision"] Loughborough Grammar School is consistently recommended by international and expat families.

What is the inspection rating of Loughborough Grammar School?

Loughborough Grammar School received a rating of "Standards Met" from ISI. All statutory Independent School Standards are met across all five inspection areas.

What was Loughborough Grammar School's ISI inspection result?

Loughborough Grammar School was inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) and met every Standard. ISI is the government-approved body for inspecting independent schools in England.

Loughborough Grammar School — International School

Loughborough Grammar School is an international school in Loughborough, United Kingdom. Founded in 1495. It serves 789 students for students aged 10–19. Annual tuition ranges from $53,531 to $64,331 USD.

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Location & getting here

Nearest station

Loughborough Central500 m away

Nearest town

Loughborough1000 m

Nearest airports

Framed for international families — drive times are from the school, not the city centre.

Airport	Distance	Drive from school	International note
Birmingham	51 km	~76 min	BHX — Midlands gateway
Manchester	98 km	~137 min	MAN — Northern gateway; global connections
Luton	114 km	~158 min	LTN — European and budget carriers

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Loughborough Grammar School — Classrooms

NanaSays Scorecard

Est. 1495

Year Founded

789

Students Enrolled

Boarding Available

Bursaries Available

CCF Programme

Duke of Edinburgh

Key Details

Accreditations

BSA

Languages of Instruction

English

Scholarships Available

Types Available

✓Academic Scholarship — based entirely on academic merit and assessment performance; Scholar's Journey extension program

✓Music Scholarship — application required by start of Spring Term

✓Art Scholarship — for artists showing exceptional promise and commitment in creative expertise

✓Sports Scholarship — at 13+ and 16+ entry points, up to 20% fee remission

Bursaries (means-tested): Means-tested Foundation Bursaries and Schools Assisted Places Scheme available to enable talented children from all backgrounds to access the education.

💡 Scholarship amounts and bursary likelihood analysis are in the Full Deep Report.

Merit-based Scholarships

Means-Tested Bursaries

Other houses include Red House, formerly used for music lessons but now largely occupied by the Business Studies, Economics and Politics departments as well as reprographics; Friesland House containing Special Learning Support and Network Services, and one more houses the Bursary.

Academic Performance

Standards Met

ISI

ISI Inspection Report

All statutory Independent School Standards are met across all five inspection areas. The school demonstrates strong governance and effective leadership, with well-maintained facilities and effective safeguarding arrangements. However, some teaching does not adequately challenge pupils with high prior attainment, and written feedback on pupil work sometimes lacks detail.

ISI Standards

Met

Key Strengths

Governors have an informed oversight of all areas of school life

Teachers have good knowledge and engage pupils' interest effectively

The behaviour policy and anti-bullying strategy are effective; bullying is rare

Buildings and grounds are well maintained with systematic health and safety checks

Safeguarding arrangements are effective in promoting the wellbeing of pupils

Pupils are empathetic and recognise the value of service to others

The curriculum and co-curricular programme meet the needs and interests of pupils

Areas for Development

Ensure that all teaching is planned to meet pupils' needs and abilities so they make greater progress in all lessons

Ensure that the assessment of pupils' work gives them specific guidance on how to improve

Record evidence that they have verified the content of references for job applicants

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Key facts

Founded

1495

Ages

10–19 (Boys)

Pupils on roll

789

Inspectorate

ISI

About

Founded in 1495, Loughborough Grammar School is one of the oldest and most academically successful schools in the UK. It educates over 800 boys aged 10-18, offering both full and weekly boarding alongside day provision across two on-campus boarding houses. The school emphasizes a stimulating environment, wide range of activities, family atmosphere, and exceptional British cultural education.

School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.

What Makes This School Different

Combined Cadet Force (RAF, Army sections

Duke of Edinburgh's Award

LUNTA (boarding immersion programme)

Clubs & Activities

160+ clubs and activities (exact titles not specified in content)

Expeditions include: U14 Rugby Tour (end-of-season), Adventurous outdoor education expeditions

Academic Results

University Destinations

Cambridge1

Admissions

Entry point	Assessment	Assessment date	Registration deadline
10+	English comprehension, English writing, Mathematics papers and interview	January	Varies annually
11+	English comprehension, English writing, Mathematics papers and interview	January	Varies annually
12+	English comprehension, English writing, Mathematics papers and interview (where space permits)	January	Varies annually
13+	English comprehension, English writing, Mathematics papers and interview	January	Varies annually
14+	English comprehension, English writing, Mathematics papers and interview (where space permits)	January	Varies annually
16+	Interview and reference request from current school; conditional offer based on GCSE grades	Not specified	Not specified

How to apply

Registration prior to published deadline (non-refundable registration fee required)
Entrance assessments held in January or year-round subject to availability
Interview assessing academic potential and personal qualities
References from existing school requested and reviewed
Offers sent within two weeks of assessment
Acceptance: parents sign Acceptance Form and pay deposit

What you'll need to submit

Registration form
Disclosure of Special Educational Needs with diagnostic reports
School references

Open events

Open Mornings
School Tours
Taster Days
Masterclasses
Year 6 & 7 Taster Day — June
Y6–Y12 Open Morning — September

Scholarships: Academic scholarships considered automatically based on assessment performance; no separate application required. Music and Art scholarships require separate applications.

Admissions contact: [email protected]; 01509 233233

School is member of HMC. Applications accepted throughout the year subject to capacity. Overseas applicants assessed in Mathematics and English via Microsoft Teams or Skype. EAL applicants require minimum CEFR: A2 for Years 7–8, B1 for Year 9, B2 for Year 10, C1 for Lower Sixth (or high B2 if studying Maths and Science). School is day and boarding; part of Loughborough Schools Foundation.