The Perse School
- A Level
Per yearabout USD 17.4K–29.9K
GBP 13K–22.3K · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-06)
About
Co-educational independent day school in Cambridge, UK, for ages 3-18, organised as the Pelican (3-7), Prep (7-11), Upper School (11-16) and Sixth Form (16-18).
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
Curriculum
A Level
Ages
Ages 3–18
Language
English
Type
Local school, international programme
Fee level
- Founded
- 1615
- Lunch included
- Yes
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| Nursery (three full days per week) | GBP 12,972≈ USD 17.4K |
| Reception | GBP 22,335≈ USD 29.9K |
| Year 1 | GBP 22,335≈ USD 29.9K |
| Year 2 | GBP 22,335≈ USD 29.9K |
| per year | |
|---|---|
| Nursery (three full days per week) | GBP 12,972 (about USD 17.4K) |
| Reception | GBP 22,335 (about USD 29.9K) |
| Year 1 | GBP 22,335 (about USD 29.9K) |
| Year 2 | GBP 22,335 (about USD 29.9K) |
Source: school website (perse.co.uk) · checked 2026-11-06 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| The Perse School (this school) | GBP 12,972 (about USD 17.4K) | GBP 22,335 (about USD 29.9K) |
| Oundle School | GBP 38,700 (about USD 51.8K) | GBP 50,961 (about USD 68.2K) |
| The Leys School | GBP 25,641 (about USD 34.3K) | GBP 35,505 (about USD 47.5K) |
Source: school website (perse.co.uk) · checked 2026-11-06 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
| Grade | Per term |
|---|---|
| Upper Fees | GBP 9,482 |
The school's document lists these amounts per period, so we show them as written.
One-off costs
- Application fee
- GBP 240
- Enrolment fee
- GBP 840
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Converted amounts use the reference rate of the date shown. ECB reference rate (2026-11-06). Source: school website (checked 2026-11-06)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Entry process
- Interview, Entrance assessment
- Financial aid
- Yes
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explained
A Level
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–18
The British university-entrance qualification: usually 3–4 subjects studied in depth for two years; UK universities make offers on these grades.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- Outdoor education
- Performing arts
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Facilities
- Theatre
Arts
- Music
- Dance
- Performing arts
After-school activities
- Sport
- Arts & Music
- Clubs & Trips
- Outdoor Education
- Wraparound Care
Upcoming events
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Source: Read from the school's website
Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 8QF (Upper School & Sixth Form); other campuses at 92 Glebe Road, Cambridge, CB1 7TD (Pelican) and Trumpington Road, Cambridge, CB2 8EX (Prep)
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