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Stephen Perse Cambridge
Why
Stephen Perse?
Our Ethos
is to foster a community of responsible global citizens, who make a positive impact on the world.
Our Culture
ensures every student is seen, known, and understood. In our vibrant and supportive school community, students and teachers genuinely love the process of learning.
Our Values
of scholarship, community, kindness, curiosity, and innovation are embedded in everything we do.
Beyond the textbook
We offer life-changing opportunities and experiences that challenge, inspire, and broaden horizons.
There are opportunities to perform in prestigious venues, either in our performing arts programmes, or in sports or academic competitions - and our Inspire Me guest speaker programme connects students with world-leading experts and authors across a wide range of fields.
Inside our safe, vibrant community, every individual is truly seen and known. We challenge students to be intellectually curious, building the confidence, resilience, and leadership skills they need to excel. From public speaking mastery to university preparation, we instil values of kindness, respect, and community - shaping independent thinkers who achieve exceptional outcomes.
Get to know us!
The best way to understand the Stephen Perse Cambridge difference is to experience it. Join us for an open event or book a tour to see our vibrant community in action.
Why families choose us
Exceptional outcomes
We are academically ambitious. The University of Oxford was the university which admitted the most Stephen Perse Cambridge Sixth Formers in 2026, and our GCSE grade 9-7 percentage was approximately 30% above the independent school average.
Pastoral care
The wellbeing and personal development of our students sit at the very heart of our work. A highly skilled team of tutors, safeguarding leads and in-house counsellors provides attentive, expert support, ensuring that every child builds resilience and feels known, safe and nurtured.
Co-curricular opportunities
Whether it is playing as part of a symphony orchestra at West Road Concert Hall, scoring a goal in a national final, singing in a musical, hiking up a mountain, or competing in the English Schools Chess National Finals, we have incredible opportunities for everyone!
Our community
We stand out from other independent schools. We have a highly ambitious, rigorous approach to education and success, yet our schools remain warm, vibrant and grounded in strong relationships, where kindness and respect are the norm.
Reading and literacy
We actively prioritise reading and literacy. From dedicated quiet reading time and author workshops (Pictured: Patrice Lawrence MBE) to student-led book clubs and curated reading lists, we ensure high-quality, long-form literature is embedded across every key stage.
Digital responsibility and online safety
While our students are digitally literate, we prioritise digital responsibility, ensuring they navigate the risks and benefits of the online world with wisdom. We combine ongoing education with comprehensive age-specific controls at school and available for parents at home.
The whole journey
We offer the complete education journey, from nursery through to Sixth Form, which provides continuity and stability throughout our students' school life. We know our students and we know our school, and therefore tailor teaching, guidance and pastoral care to ensure success.
Exceptional Academic Results
At Stephen Perse Cambridge we consistently provide a superb education.
Our results speak for themselves...
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0%
of GCSEs graded 9-7,
59.2% graded 9-8 -
0%
of GCSEs were the
highest grade of 9 -
0%
of grades A* - B
at A Level -
0%
of grades A* or A
at A Level
Learn with us in the heart of this inspiring city and hub of innovation.
Cambridge is our Campus
Stephen Perse Cambridge is located in the heart of a world-renowned hub of progress and innovation, and centre of learning and culture.
Our schools provide an inspiring environment for our students to live and learn, right in the heart of Cambridge. Our location is a key advantage. Through the robust network of our staff, alumni, and parents, we maintain strong ties to the University, local business and tech communities - offering our students unique opportunities such as access to expert speakers in a variety of professions.
We have schools and facilities across the city, and access to some of the city's most impressive venues such as West Road Concert Hall, the Junction, Fenner's Cricket Ground and Great St.Mary's Church.
Cambridge is our Campus is not just a tagline: it truly reflects how we turn one of the world's greatest cities into a living classroom and a launchpad for our community.
A platform for success
Our superb facilities
From academic studies to sports, music, drama and art, we are proud of our innovative learning environments and award-winning facilities.
Across our Cambridge and Saffron Walden sites, students benefit from superb facilities that enhance both learning and personal development. Modern classrooms equipped with the latest technology sit alongside dedicated drama theatres, a professional gym and sports ground, an arts centre, MUGAs and versatile sports halls — all designed to support an active, engaging and enriching education.
We have many of our facilities available for hire for sports, performances, meetings and conferences. Our boarding house is also available to hire during the summer break. Follow this link to find out more.
Our Testimonials
I fully immersed myself in enrichment opportunities, which helped me build crucial public speaking and analytical skills, while my teachers consistently provided wider reading to bridge the gap between A-Levels and degree-level study.
As a student since Year 5, Stephen Perse Cambridge has given me the confidence, tailored careers guidance, and super-curricular opportunities needed to pursue my future ambitions.
The small class sizes and tailored guidance gave me the confidence to explore niche academic areas I adore, like scansion in Ancient Greek and Latin verse.
Having been at Stephen Perse Cambridge since Year 5, staying for Sixth Form was an easy decision. The school offers an incredible environment where teachers encourage you to follow your true passions.
Making a difference
Driving social mobility
We are committed to helping address inequality in our community, and believe education is the single most important driver for societal change.
Our award-winning partnership with North Cambridge Academy, Costello Medical and AstraZeneca creates bursary opportunities in our Sixth Form, and helps drive social mobility in our city.
In addition, our bursary programme provides life-changing opportunities for young people and their families. Please watch the video and click the link below to find out how you can help.
