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Best Boarding Schools in Cambridge

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  • Abbey College Cambridge

    Abbey College Cambridge is a co-educational boarding school located in the picturesque city of Cambridge. With a focus on personal development and outstanding welfare, the school provides a nurturing environment for students aged 13-21. Offering a strong academic curriculum and excellent leadership, the school has a proven track record of achieving good exam results. With a supportive SEN department, parents can be assured that their child's individual needs will be catered to. The school's commitment to excellence makes it an ideal choice for parents seeking a well-rounded education for their children.
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  • St. Andrew's College Cambridge

    St. Andrew's College Cambridge is a co-ed secondary boarding school located in the heart of Cambridge. With high-quality leadership and management, the school offers a refreshed curriculum and effective careers guidance. Teachers know students well, fostering positive working relationships. The school has a good overall effectiveness rating from Ofsted, with good outcomes for students. While there are limitations in English language skills and some teachers need to improve their practices, St. Andrew's College Cambridge provides a supportive and nurturing environment for students to succeed academically and pursue their future goals.
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  • St Mary's School

    St Mary's School is a reputable girls' boarding and day school located in Cambridge. With a proud history of educating girls since 1924, the school instills Christian values and empowers students to aim high in all aspects of life. With a focus on academic excellence and character development, St Mary's offers a diverse range of scholarships and strong pastoral care, ensuring each student receives individual attention. With outstanding exam results and a nurturing environment, St Mary's prepares girls for a successful future.
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  • The Stephen Perse Foundation

    The Stephen Perse Foundation is an all-through co-educational boarding school located in Cambridge, East of England. With a history dating back to 1980, the school offers a wide range of academic scholarships, including arts, drama, music, and sports scholarships. It provides a nurturing environment for students aged 2-21, with a strong focus on supporting students with special educational needs (SEN). The school has a high achievement rate, with 61.40% of A-level students achieving AAB or higher in 2019. With a total student population of 1592, The Stephen Perse Foundation is dedicated to providing a holistic education for all students.
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  • The Leys School

    The Leys School, located in Cambridge, is a co-educational secondary school with a rich history dating back to 1923. With a focus on providing a well-rounded education, the school offers a range of scholarships and discounts, ensuring every student has the opportunity to excel. With a strong emphasis on supporting students with SEN needs, The Leys School values inclusivity and diversity. Its impressive exam results and high percentage of students achieving AAB or higher at A-level demonstrate the school's commitment to academic excellence.
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  • Cambridge Arts and Sciences Sixth Form and Tutorial College

    Cambridge Arts and Sciences Sixth Form and Tutorial College is a prestigious independent school located in Chesterton, Cambridge. With a history dating back to 1994, the school offers a co-educational boarding program for students aged 13-24. Known for its academic scholarships and high-quality teaching, the college aims to provide a warm and stimulating environment where students can reach their full potential. The school has achieved impressive exam results, with a focus on achieving AAB or higher in A-levels and ensuring a high percentage of students achieve GCSE grades 4 or higher.
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  • St John's College School

    St John's College School is a co-educational boarding school located in Cambridge, East of England. Founded in 1956, it offers a middle-deemed primary education for children aged 4 to 13 years. With a total of 464 students, the school provides a supportive environment and offers scholarships, bursaries, and hardship awards. It has a 11.1% student body with special educational needs support, ensuring inclusive education for all.
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  • King's College School

    King's College School is a co-educational boarding school in Cambridge. With a history dating back to 1945, the school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment for students aged 4-14. Offering choral scholarships, bursaries, and hardship awards, it emphasizes accessibility and support for all. With a student population of 393, the school promotes a balanced education and boasts a supportive community for children with special educational needs, with 10.6% of students receiving SEN support.
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  • Cardiff Sixth Form College, Cambridge

    Cardiff Sixth Form College, Cambridge is a prestigious co-educational boarding school located in the heart of Cambridge. With a history dating back to 2022, the school offers an exceptional sixth form education for students aged 14-19. Led by Dr Julian Davies, it provides a nurturing and academically-focused environment for students to thrive.
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  • Gretton School

    Gretton School is an all-through co-educational boarding school located in Girton, East of England. Founded in 2010, the school provides education for students aged 5 to 19 with Autistic Spectrum Disorder. With a total student population of 119, the school offers a good quality of education and outstanding personal development. Led by Mrs Beth Elkins, the school meets the independent school standards and has a positive overall effectiveness according to the Ofsted report. In the 2019 KS4 exams, students achieved a GCSE 4 or higher in various subjects, with an average EBacc point score of 1.28.
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  • Aurora Meldreth Manor School

    Aurora Meldreth Manor School is a co-ed boarding school located in Meldreth, East of England. With a small student population of 34, the school offers a nurturing and inclusive environment for students aged 6-19 with physical disabilities and moderate to severe learning difficulties. Led by Mrs Emily Willis, the school has been providing a good quality education since its founding in 1971. The school has received a positive Ofsted report, highlighting its good overall effectiveness, quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management. Aurora Meldreth Manor School ensures that it meets the independent school standards and offers a good sixth-form provision, preparing students for their future. With a focus on inclusive education and excellent support for students with special educational needs, Aurora Meldreth Manor School is an ideal choice for parents looking for a caring and supportive environment for their children.
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  • King's Ely

    King's Ely is a co-ed boarding school located in Ely, East of England. With a rich history dating back to 1914, the school provides exceptional education and pastoral care for boys and girls aged 2-18. As a Church of England school, it offers a nurturing environment that encourages students to take risks in their education and fosters a genuine love for learning. With excellent exam results, including an average A-level points score of 37.88, King's Ely ensures students' academic success while promoting their personal growth.
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  • Kimbolton School

    Kimbolton School is an all-through co-ed boarding school in Kimbolton, East of England. With a year founded in 1980, the school provides a comprehensive education for students aged 4-18. Led by Mr Jonathan Belbin, Kimbolton School offers various scholarships and discounts, ensuring opportunities for academic, musical, and sporting achievements. With a student population of 1078, the school prioritizes support for students with SEN and strives for success with impressive exam results in both KS4 and A-levels.
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  • Wisbech Grammar School

    Wisbech Grammar School is an all-through co-educational boarding school located in Wisbech, East of England. With a history dating back to 1983, the school offers a comprehensive education for students aged 2-19 years. Led by Mr Barney Rimmer, the school prides itself on its academic scholarships, all-rounder awards, and sixth form scholarships. With a commitment to inclusivity, the school provides support for students with special educational needs. The school's exam results highlight its dedication to academic excellence, with an average A-level points score of 30.18 and 8.10% of students achieving AAB or higher. With a focus on individualized learning and a supportive environment, Wisbech Grammar School is an ideal choice for parents seeking a well-rounded education for their children.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Cambridge has 9 boarding schools that serve 4,880 students for the school year 2023/24.
There are 2 primary & 6 secondary boarding schools in Cambridge.

There are 9 private schools that offer boarding in Cambridge.
Average fee is £5,355.75.

Yes, there is 1 girl boarding school.
St Mary's School is one of the best boarding schools for girls.

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