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Private Schools in Cambridgeshire

Browse 27 independent schools across Cambridge, Peterborough, St Neots, Huntingdon, and St Ives….

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Stowmarket, Suffolk

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Showing 1–27 of 27 schools

Name (A–Z)
Name (Z–A)
Fees (Low to High)
Fees (High to Low)
Abbey College Cambridge

Abbey College Cambridge

Cambridgeshire, Cambridgeshire, CB2 8EB

Fees from

£9,660 / term

Range £9,660 - £23,999 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 12–21 428 Day & Boarding

Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA)

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 1NQ

Fees from

£7,360 / term

Range £7,360 - £14,806 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 13–24 534 Day & Boarding

Cambridge International School

Cambridgeshire, CB1 8DW

Fees from

£2,800 / term

Range £2,800 - £7,000 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 53 Day

Cardiff Sixth Form College, Cambridge

Partner school

Cambridgeshire, CB1 2AW

Fees from

£10,040 / term

Range £10,040 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 14–19 98 Day & Boarding
Heritage School

Heritage School

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 1JE

Fees from

£3,935 / term

Range £3,935 - £5,850 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–16 197 Day
Kimbolton School

Kimbolton School

Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, PE28 0EA

Fees from

£5,459 / term

Range £5,459 - £15,900 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–18 1,071 Day & Boarding

King's Ely

Partner school

Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 4DB

Fees from

£7,324 / term

Range £7,324 - £16,639 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–19 1,156 Day & Boarding
Kirkstone House School

Kirkstone House School

Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE6 9PA

Fees from

£5,412 / term

Range £5,412 - £6,048 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–18 115 Day
Landmark International School

Landmark International School

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB21 5EP

Co-Ed 4–16 104 Day
MPW Cambridge

MPW Cambridge

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 1JE

Fees from

£10,847 / term

Range £10,847 - £11,305 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 14–20 159 Day

Red Balloon Learner Centre, Cambridge

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB24 6DF

Fees from

£8,240 / term

Range £8,240 - £13,200 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 11–19 35 Day
Sancton Wood School

Sancton Wood School

Partner school

Cambridgeshire, CB1 2EZ

Fees from

£5,610 / term

Range £5,610 - £7,450 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 1–16 391 Day

St Andrew's College, Cambridge

Partner school

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JB

Fees from

£10,950 / term

Range £10,950 - £22,516 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 15–22 151 Day & Boarding
St Faith's School, Cambridge

St Faith's School, Cambridge

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 8AG

Fees from

£6,408 / term

Range £6,408 - £8,072 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–13 553 Day

St John's College School

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 9AB

Fees from

£6,558 / term

Range £6,558 - £8,108 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–13 405 Day & Boarding

St Mary's School, Cambridge

cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 1LY

Fees from

£5,135 / term

Range £5,135 - £17,345 (inc. VAT)

Girls 3–19 586 Day & Boarding
The Perse School, Cambridge

The Perse School, Cambridge

Cambridgeshire, CB2 8QF

Fees from

£7,124 / term

Range £7,124 - £9,074 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–18 1,735 Day

The Peterborough School

Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE3 6AP

Fees from

£4,315 / term

Range £4,315 - £7,295 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–20 514 Day

Waldorf Cambridge

Fulbourn, Cambridgeshire, CB21 5DZ

Co-Ed 2–17 100 Day

Whitehall School

Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, PE28 3EH

Fees from

£3,798 / term

Range £3,798 - £4,260 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 1–11 118 Day

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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Cambridgeshire

How many private schools are there in Cambridgeshire?
School Scout includes profiles for 27 independent schools across Cambridgeshire, helping families search, compare and shortlist private schools across the county.
Which towns in Cambridgeshire have the most independent schools?
Independent schools are distributed across Cambridgeshire, with particularly strong concentrations in Cambridge, Peterborough, St Neots, Huntingdon, St Ives, Great Shelford, Impington, Fulbourn. The best area for your family depends on journey time, school stage and the type of school being considered.
How should I compare Cambridgeshire schools?
Start with a realistic travel area, then compare schools by age range, admissions, gender, fees, size, curriculum and school culture. Use School Scout's comparison tool to review key information side by side.
Are there boarding schools in Cambridgeshire?
Yes. Cambridgeshire is home to a number of well-established boarding and day schools, with options ranging from full boarding to flexible boarding. Families also often compare Cambridgeshire schools with those in neighbouring Bedfordshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Lincolnshire.
Can I search for Cambridgeshire schools by postcode?
Yes. Search by postcode, town, village or school name, then refine the results using School Scout's filters.
Can I compare Cambridgeshire private school fees?
Yes. School profiles show available fee information and the School Fees hub helps families compare tuition, boarding and other published costs.
Where can I find Cambridgeshire school open days?
Use School Scout's Open Days section to browse upcoming events and follow links to individual school profiles for further details.
What is the difference between a Cambridgeshire prep and senior school?
Prep schools usually educate younger pupils before senior-school entry, while senior schools typically begin at age 11 or 13 and may continue through sixth form. Age ranges vary, so families should check each school profile.

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