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Co-Educational Private Schools in Great Shelford

Families considering co-educational schools in Great Shelford will find 18 independent options. Compare school types and strong boarding provision alongside day schools.

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

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The Perse School, Cambridge

Cambridgeshire, CB2 8QF

1.3 miles from Great Shelford

Fees from

£7,124 / term

Co-Ed 3–18 1,735 Day

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Abbey College Cambridge

Cambridgeshire, Cambridgeshire, CB2 8EB

1.6 miles from Great Shelford

Fees from

£9,660 / term

Co-Ed 12–21 428 Day & Boarding

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St Faith's School, Cambridge

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 8AG

1.8 miles from Great Shelford

Fees from

£6,408 / term

Co-Ed 3–13 553 Day

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Cambridge International School

Cambridgeshire, CB1 8DW

2.1 miles from Great Shelford

Fees from

£2,800 / term

Co-Ed 2–11 53 Day

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St Andrew's College, Cambridge

Partner school

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JB

2.2 miles from Great Shelford

Fees from

£10,950 / term

Co-Ed 15–22 151 Day & Boarding

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MPW Cambridge

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 1JE

2.3 miles from Great Shelford

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£10,847 / term

Co-Ed 14–20 159 Day

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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Great Shelford

How many private schools are there in Great Shelford?

There are 19 independent schools in and around Great Shelford, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.

Are there boarding schools in Great Shelford?

Yes, many schools in and around Great Shelford 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 Great Shelford?

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 Great Shelford?

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

How many co-educational schools are there in Great Shelford?

There are 18 independent co-educational schools in and around Great Shelford, where boys and girls learn together.

What does co-educational mean?

Co-educational schools teach boys and girls together, offering a balanced and inclusive learning environment.

Learn more about co-educational vs single-sex schools in our guide.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/single-sex-or-co-educational-schools