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Private Schools in Little Shelford

There are 19 independent schools in and around Little Shelford, spanning pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form. Families can compare school types and strong boarding provision alongside day schools.

See our school admissions timeline guide to understand entry points, exams and application timing.

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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

Sancton Wood School

Sancton Wood School

Partner school

Cambridgeshire, CB1 2EZ

Co-Ed 1 - 16 391 Day

Fees from £5,610 per term

Cardiff Sixth Form College, Cambridge

Partner school

Cambridgeshire, CB1 2AW

Co-Ed 14 - 19 98 Day & Boarding

Fees from £10,040 per term

The Perse School, Cambridge

The Perse School, Cambridge

Cambridgeshire, CB2 8QF

Co-Ed 3 - 18 1,735 Day

Fees from £8,269 per term

Abbey College Cambridge

Abbey College Cambridge

Cambridgeshire, Cambridgeshire, CB2 8EB

Co-Ed 12 - 21 428 Day & Boarding

Fees from £9,660 per term

St Faith's School, Cambridge

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB2 8AG

Co-Ed 3 - 13 553 Day

Fees from £6,408 per term

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Little Shelford

How many private schools are there in Little Shelford?
There are 19 independent schools in and around Little Shelford, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Little Shelford?
Yes, many schools in and around Little 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 Little 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 Little 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

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