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Private All Through - Discuss Schools in Cambridgeshire

All-through schools educate children from early years or primary right through to sixth form on a single campus or within one foundation. For many families, continuity is the main attraction: fewer transitions, long-term friendships and a consistent educational ethos. Younger pupils benefit from access to senior facilities and specialist teaching, while older students often take on mentoring or leadership roles within the wider community. Academic pathways can be carefully planned over many years, allowing strengths and interests to develop progressively. Some parents value the security of not having to navigate multiple admissions processes. Others appreciate the strong sense of belonging that can come from remaining in one environment. When evaluating all-through private schools, typical considerations include flexibility at key transfer points, breadth of subject choice, pastoral structures and how well each age group retains its own identity within the larger whole.

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Cardiff Sixth Form College, Cambridge

Partner school

Cambridgeshire, CB1 2AW

Co-Ed 14 - 19 98 Day & Boarding

Fees from £10,040 per term

Sancton Wood School

Sancton Wood School

Partner school

Cambridgeshire, CB1 2EZ

Co-Ed 1 - 16 391 Day

Fees from £5,610 per term

St Andrew's College, Cambridge

Partner school

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JB

Co-Ed 15 - 22 151 Day & Boarding

Fees from £10,950 per term

Abbey College Cambridge

Abbey College Cambridge

Cambridgeshire, Cambridgeshire, CB2 8EB

Co-Ed 12 - 21 428 Day & Boarding

Fees from £9,660 per term

Begdale House School

Begdale House School

Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, PE14 0AZ

Co-Ed 10 - 17 19 Day

Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA)

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 1NQ

Co-Ed 13 - 24 534 Day & Boarding

Fees from £7,360 per term

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Cambridgeshire

How many private schools are there in Cambridgeshire?
There are 27 independent schools across Cambridgeshire, including a mix of prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Cambridgeshire?
Yes, independent schools across Cambridgeshire offer boarding options, including full, weekly and flexi boarding.

Families can compare boarding vs day schools to understand the differences.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/boarding-vs-day-schools
What age can children start private school in Cambridgeshire?
Most independent schools across Cambridgeshire accept pupils from age 3 or 4, with key entry points at 7+, 11+, 13+ and 16+.

See the UK private school admissions timeline to understand when to apply at each stage.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
How do I apply to private schools in Cambridgeshire?
Applications typically begin 1-2 years in advance and involve registration, assessments and interviews.

Families can follow the UK private school admissions timeline to understand entry points, key dates and the overall process.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline

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