Discovery Day at The Cathedral School
Every new adventure starts somewhere
Current Year 5 pupils are invited to a taster day for Year 7 Entry September 2026.
What is Discovery Day?
Discovery Day is an immersive taster experience for prospective pupils, offering a first-hand glimpse into life as a Senior at The Cathedral School, Llandaff. They’ll spend the day enjoying a variety of subject sessions, supported by current pupils and guided by our expert teachers. From academic challenges to creative exploration, your child will get a true feel for our dynamic and welcoming school community.
What to expect
Your child can look forward to:
- A warm welcome from our Head, Mrs Clare Sherwood
- The chance to sample a variety of engaging Senior School subjects
- Opportunities to be creative, curious and collaborative
- A delicious lunch provided by our catering team
- Enriching activities designed to inspire and build confidence
Throughout the day, our welcoming staff and friendly pupils will support your child, helping them feel at ease and excited about their next steps.
What to bring
Snacks, lunch and all learning materials will be provided. Children should bring their own water bottle and wear trainers with their school uniform (if they have one) or smart clothes.
Year 7 entry
Each year we offer 25-30 places to external applicants from local primary and other independent schools wishing to join us in Year 7.
The process for application involves entrance tests, an informal interview with the Head, one of the Deputy Heads or one of the Housemaster/mistresses, and a reference from the child's current school indicating that he/she has a positive attitude to study and school life.
For further information, please contact the Registrar, Ms Deborah Whitehouse, via registrar@cathedral-school.co.uk or on 029 2083 8504. For key admissions dates, please click here.
Bursaries and Scholarships
The Cathedral School offers a range of scholarships and a small number of financial bursaries each year. Further information and guidance can be found via the link below.
