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Co-Educational Private Schools in Highfields

Highfields has 19 independent co-educational schools, where boys and girls learn together. Families can compare school types and strong boarding provision alongside day schools.

See the school admissions timeline guide for entry points and application timing.

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

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St John's College School

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB3 9AB

5.4 miles from Highfields

Fees from

£6,558 / term

Co-Ed 4–13 405 Day & Boarding

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Heritage School

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 1JE

6.3 miles from Highfields

Fees from

£3,935 / term

Co-Ed 4–16 197 Day

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MPW Cambridge

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 1JE

6.3 miles from Highfields

Fees from

£10,847 / term

Co-Ed 14–20 159 Day

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St Faith's School, Cambridge

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 8AG

6.4 miles from Highfields

Fees from

£6,408 / term

Co-Ed 3–13 553 Day

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Cardiff Sixth Form College, Cambridge

Partner school

Cambridgeshire, CB1 2AW

6.4 miles from Highfields

Fees from

£10,040 / term

Co-Ed 14–19 98 Day & Boarding

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Sancton Wood School

Partner school

Cambridgeshire, CB1 2EZ

6.6 miles from Highfields

Fees from

£5,610 / term

Co-Ed 1–16 391 Day

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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Highfields

How many private schools are there in Highfields?

There are 20 independent schools in and around Highfields, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.

Are there boarding schools in Highfields?

Yes, many schools in and around Highfields 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 Highfields?

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 Highfields?

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 Highfields?

There are 19 independent co-educational schools in and around Highfields, 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