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11+ schools and tests in Westmorland and Furness
September 2027 entryEvidence reviewed 24 October 2026Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith uses an FSCE entrance assessment for September 2027 entry. Its current format notice describes three papers, but the reviewed sources do not establish one fixed subject list. Test marks must meet the school's cohort-specific standards before its ranked-place and oversubscription rules apply. A test result does not submit the home council application or guarantee an offer.
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- Verified routes
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Selective schools in Westmorland and Furness
1 school with complete admissions guides across Penrith. School addresses come from the official school register. Check each school's admissions policy for current dates and eligibility.
| School | Selection type | Boys, girls or mixed intake | Where | Admissions guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith | Selection typeFully selective state school | Boys, girls or mixed intakeMixed Year 7 admission | WherePenrith, CA11 7EG · Westmorland and Furness | Admissions guideVerified admissions guide |
Assessment routes used by these schools
| Route | Type | Schools using this route |
|---|---|---|
| Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith 11+ assessment | TypeSchool-specific assessment | Schools using this route1 of 1 schools listed on this area page use this assessment route. |
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Questions families ask
How many selective schools are listed in Westmorland and Furness?
The current directory lists 1 school with selective admissions in Westmorland and Furness: Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith.
Which 11+ routes are verified for Westmorland and Furness?
The current evidence links Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith 11+ assessment to Westmorland and Furness. Each route guide identifies its own member schools.
Are all Westmorland and Furness schools covered by one test?
Yes. For September 2027 entry, every school listed in Westmorland and Furness uses Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith 11+ assessment for academic selection. The route guide lists its member schools; check each school's admissions policy for its own priority rules.
How current is the information for Westmorland and Furness?
Smart Cub Learning reviewed 6 attached evidence sources by 2026-10-24. Unknown facts stay labelled and should be checked again before applying.
Official sources
- Open state-funded school fields CSV
Department for Education. Accessed 21 October 2026. GIAS register snapshot on 20 October 2026.
- Admissions: Admission to Year 7 in 2027
Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith. Accessed 24 October 2026. September 2027 entry.
- Entrance Test Format 2026
Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith. Accessed 24 October 2026. September 2027 entry.
- FSCE Entrance Test for Year 7 Entry: FAQs for Prospective QEGS Parents
Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith. Accessed 24 October 2026. September 2027 entry.
- About the FSCE Entrance Test for Year 7 Entry
Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith. Accessed 24 October 2026. September 2027 entry.
- Admission Policy for 2027-2028
Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith. Accessed 24 October 2026. September 2027 entry.
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