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Co-Educational Private Schools in Melbourn

Melbourn has 18 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 Melbourn, or browse schools across Cambridgeshire and East of England.

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OneSchool Global UK - Biggleswade Campus

Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 0EP

9.9 miles from Melbourn

Fees from

£1,936 / term

Range £1,936 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 7–18 165 Day
The Perse School, Cambridge

The Perse School, Cambridge

Cambridgeshire, CB2 8QF

10.4 miles from Melbourn

Fees from

£7,124 / term

Range £7,124 - £9,074 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–18 1,735 Day

St Faith's School, Cambridge

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 8AG

10.4 miles from Melbourn

Fees from

£6,408 / term

Range £6,408 - £8,072 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–13 553 Day
Abbey College Cambridge

Abbey College Cambridge

Cambridgeshire, Cambridgeshire, CB2 8EB

10.5 miles from Melbourn

Fees from

£9,660 / term

Range £9,660 - £23,999 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 12–21 428 Day & Boarding
MPW Cambridge

MPW Cambridge

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 1JE

10.8 miles from Melbourn

Fees from

£10,847 / term

Range £10,847 - £11,305 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 14–20 159 Day
Heritage School

Heritage School

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 1JE

10.9 miles from Melbourn

Fees from

£3,935 / term

Range £3,935 - £5,850 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–16 197 Day

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Melbourn

How many private schools are there in Melbourn?
There are 20 independent schools in and around Melbourn, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Melbourn?
Yes, many schools in and around Melbourn 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 Melbourn?
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 Melbourn?
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 Melbourn?
There are 18 independent co-educational schools in and around Melbourn, 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

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