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Boarding Schools in Cambridgeshire

Cambridgeshire includes a selection of established independent boarding schools, providing residential education within an academically focused environment. Families considering boarding can compare institutions across the county, reviewing boarding models, academic expectations and long-term progression routes.

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Abbey College Cambridge

Abbey College Cambridge

Cambridgeshire, Cambridgeshire, CB2 8EB

Fees from

£9,660 / term

Range £9,660 - £23,999 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 12–21 428 Day & Boarding
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Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA)

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB4 1NQ

Fees from

£7,360 / term

Range £7,360 - £14,806 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 13–24 534 Day & Boarding
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Cardiff Sixth Form College, Cambridge

Partner school

Cambridgeshire, CB1 2AW

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£10,040 / term

Range £10,040 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 14–19 98 Day & Boarding
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Kimbolton School

Kimbolton School

Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire, PE28 0EA

Fees from

£5,459 / term

Range £5,459 - £15,900 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–18 1,071 Day & Boarding
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King's Ely

Partner school

Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 4DB

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£7,324 / term

Range £7,324 - £16,639 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–19 1,156 Day & Boarding
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St Andrew's College, Cambridge

Partner school

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2JB

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£10,950 / term

Range £10,950 - £22,516 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 15–22 151 Day & Boarding
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Cambridgeshire Towns

Ailsworth Balsham Cambridge Chatteris Downham Farcet Fulbourn Great Shelford Hardwick Highfields Huntingdon Impington Little Shelford Lode March Melbourn Over Peterborough Ramsey Soham St Ives St Neots Stow cum Quy The Stukeleys Trumpington Wisbech Woodditton

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Cambridgeshire

How many private schools are there in Cambridgeshire?
There are 27 independent schools across Cambridgeshire, including a mix of prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Cambridgeshire?
Yes, independent schools across Cambridgeshire offer boarding options, including full, weekly and flexi boarding.

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

See the UK private school admissions timeline to understand when to apply at each stage.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
How do I apply to private schools in Cambridgeshire?
Applications typically begin 1-2 years in advance and involve registration, assessments and interviews.

Families can follow the UK private school admissions timeline to understand entry points, key dates and the overall process.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
What types of boarding are available in Cambridgeshire?
Options include full boarding, weekly boarding and flexi boarding.

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