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Private Sixth Form Schools in Great Shelford

Great Shelford has 15 independent sixth form schools for students aged 16-18. Families can compare school types and a mix of day and boarding schools.

Explore the UK private school admissions timeline to understand entry routes and key dates.

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

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St Andrew's College, Cambridge

Partner school

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JB

Co-Ed 15 - 22 151 Day & Boarding

Fees from £10,950 per term

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Sancton Wood School

Partner school

Cambridgeshire, CB1 2EZ

Co-Ed 1 - 16 391 Day

Fees from £5,610 per term

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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

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The Perse School, Cambridge

Cambridgeshire, CB2 8QF

Co-Ed 3 - 18 1,735 Day

Fees from £7,124 per term

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Abbey College Cambridge

Cambridgeshire, Cambridgeshire, CB2 8EB

Co-Ed 12 - 21 428 Day & Boarding

Fees from £9,660 per term

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St Mary's School, Cambridge

cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 1LY

Girls 3 - 19 586 Day & Boarding

Fees from £5,135 per term

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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 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 sixth form schools are there in Great Shelford?

There are 15 independent sixth form schools in and around Great Shelford, offering post-16 education.

What qualifications are needed for sixth form entry in Great Shelford?

Most schools require strong GCSE results, typically grades 7-9 for competitive subjects.