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Mainstream Private Schools in Cambridge

Cambridge has 17 mainstream independent schools offering a broad curriculum across different age groups. Families can compare school types and strong boarding provision alongside day schools.

Explore all private schools in Cambridge, or browse schools across Cambridgeshire and East of England.

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Cardiff Sixth Form College, Cambridge

Partner school

Cambridgeshire, CB1 2AW

0.5 miles from Cambridge

Fees from

£10,040 / term

Range £10,040 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 14–19 98 Day & Boarding
Sancton Wood School

Sancton Wood School

Partner school

Cambridgeshire, CB1 2EZ

0.6 miles from Cambridge

Fees from

£5,610 / term

Range £5,610 - £7,450 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 1–16 391 Day
Heritage School

Heritage School

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 1JE

0.8 miles from Cambridge

Fees from

£3,935 / term

Range £3,935 - £5,850 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–16 197 Day

St Andrew's College, Cambridge

Partner school

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JB

0.8 miles from Cambridge

Fees from

£10,950 / term

Range £10,950 - £22,516 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 15–22 151 Day & Boarding

Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA)

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 1NQ

0.8 miles from Cambridge

Fees from

£7,360 / term

Range £7,360 - £14,806 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 13–24 534 Day & Boarding
MPW Cambridge

MPW Cambridge

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 1JE

0.8 miles from Cambridge

Fees from

£10,847 / term

Range £10,847 - £11,305 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 14–20 159 Day

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Cambridge

How many private schools are there in Cambridge?
There are 19 independent schools in and around Cambridge, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Cambridge?
Yes, many schools in and around Cambridge offer boarding, with options including full, weekly and flexi boarding.

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

Key entry points follow a structured timeline - see the UK private school admissions timeline for when to apply.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
How do I apply to private schools in Cambridge?
Applications typically begin 1-2 years in advance and involve registration, assessments and interviews.

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

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