The Perse School
A co-educational day school for children aged 3-18.
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Our take
Independent co-ed all-through school in Cambridgeshire for ages 3–18. Selective entry.
- Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 3–18) rather than separate prep + senior.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
- Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
- SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has an EHCP or specific learning needs, ask admissions about case-by-case capacity before applying.
About the head
“Qui facit per alium facit per se”
The Perse School encourages pupils to aim high, love learning, and care for one another and the environment, fostering emotional intelligence and wellbeing.
Distinctive features
all-through 3-18
strong university admissions record
specialist university application support
wide-ranging Sixth Form curriculum
music scholarships at Year 7 and 9
Activities & co-curricular
sport
music
drama
academic club
other
Facilities
sports
arts
academic
wellbeing
Latest exam results
In 2025, , with 27 offers at Oxford and Cambridge and many others at top overseas universities
Where leavers go
| 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cohort | 199 | 188 | 190 | 186 | 185 |
| Oxbridge | 23 | 37 | 44 | 30 | 42 |
| Russell Group | 150 | — | — | — | — |
| US Ivy | 2 | 1 | — | — | — |
| Medicine | 23 | 34 | — | — | — |
Recent coverage
The Perse School has recently been recognized with a double accolade in The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026, highlighting its academic excellence. Students have achieved notable successes, including qualifying for the Cambridge Economics and Finance Global Finals, securing an international victory in a neuroscience competition, and earning prestigious Arkwright Scholarships in engineering. Additionally, Perse pupils finished as runners-up in the Intermediate Schools Challenge National Finals, and Year 12 Physics students launched the Big Bang Bulletin, demonstrating strong engagement in STEM activities.
Notable alumni
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| Year | Opens | Closes | Reply by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 1 Sept 2025 | 31 Mar 2026 | TBC | Closed |
Open events
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
Talks & tasters
| Sat, 26 Sept 2026 | Upper School Autumn Open Event | Open Morning |
| Sat, 26 Sept 2026 | Sixth Form Open Event | Open Evening |
| Sat, 7 Nov 2026 | Year 2 Taster Morning at The Perse Prep | Taster Day |
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
Excerpts
“Each form has two tutors, there are peer listeners, anti- bullying ambassadors and a team of counsellors.”
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House system
Pupils are organised into houses for pastoral and competitive life.
Inspection
Isi — 1 Jan 2026
2 inspection reports on file.
- Isi · Routine Inspections9 Sept 2025
Term dates 2025-26
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Questions parents ask
Common questions about The Perse School, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.
What kind of child is The Perse School best for?+
Independent co-ed all-through school in Cambridgeshire for ages 3–18. Selective entry.
How does admissions work?+
Admissions are selective — expect an entrance assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early. See the admissions timeline above for confirmed dates.
Are fees published?+
Yes — see the Fees table further down the page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.
Does the school support SEND?+
Some SEND provision is documented in our profile, but specific conditions supported aren't itemised. Contact admissions for details before applying.
Are there open days?+
10 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
How do I contact admissions?+
email at admissions@perse.co.uk or phone on +44 1223 508500. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.
What similar schools should I compare?+
We've ranked 6 schools by semantic similarity to The Perse School — see the "Schools like The Perse School" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
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