Loughborough High School
· LE11 2DU
Loughborough High School is an academically ambitious independent day school for girls founded in 1850, located in the Midlands near Loughborough University. The school explicitly positions itself as 'a culture of high achievement' with a love of learning at its heart, aiming to develop confident, fearless young women across a co-educational campus partnership. It offers breadth alongside academic rigour, with strong co-curricular provision in sport, music and the performing arts.
- →Consistently ranked amongst the best independent schools in the region with a strong academic track record
- →Access to the co-educational campus partnership, allowing girls to study in a single-sex academic environment while benefiting from wider campus activities
- →Extensive sport and music scholarships, plus partnerships with Loughborough University and the National Tennis Association
- →Strong pastoral care and well-being focus, alongside a comprehensive co-curricular programme (CCF, DofE, VSU)
Who thrives here
Girls with intellectual curiosity and a desire for academic excellence who want a supportive, all-girls learning environment with access to a broader co-educational campus. Particularly suited to those with sporting or musical talent seeking structured development pathways.
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Burton Walks, Loughborough, Leicestershire
LE11 2DU
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Loughborough High School?
Day fees at Loughborough High School are approximately £15,600 per year (2025/26).
How do you get into Loughborough High School?
Loughborough High School admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by 11+ Selective Examination. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Loughborough High School's exam results?
At Loughborough High School, 51.9% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 61.3% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Loughborough High School a boarding school?
Loughborough High School is a day school in England and does not offer boarding.
What is Loughborough High School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Loughborough High School “Excellent” (2021).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong academic outcomes and culture of achievement
✓Excellent pastoral care and student well-being support
✓Breadth and quality of co-curricular opportunities, particularly in music and sport
✓Friendly, inclusive school community with good peer relationships
✓Effective preparation for university entrance and beyond
✓Supportive staff who know pupils well
Common concerns
!Not yet inspected by Ofsted, limiting independent scrutiny data
!Fees not publicly listed; potential affordability concerns for some families
!Limited day-school options may not suit families requiring extended care or boarding
!Small sixth form may limit subject range and specialist teaching