Abbey College Cambridge
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, East of England · CB2 8EB
Abbey College Cambridge is a small independent school of around 428 pupils, offering both day and boarding places in the heart of Cambridge. Led by Dr Elena Hesse, it caters to a notably international community, with Chinese and Russian taught among the languages on offer. The college concentrates on GCSE and A-level study, making it well suited to families seeking a focused sixth-form and senior-school environment.
428
Pupils
£35,500
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 428
- Location
- Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, East of England
- Website
- https://www.abbeycambridge.co.uk/
Headteacher
Head Dr Elena Hesse
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Teaching & academics
The A-level curriculum leans firmly towards the sciences and quantitative subjects, with Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Economics all popular choices. This points to a school comfortable preparing pupils for university routes in medicine, engineering and the sciences. Inspections are conducted by the ISI rather than Ofsted, in line with its independent status.
Sixth form
Popular A-level subjects
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 2.34%
- EHC plans
- 0.23%
Arts & extracurricular
Languages
Popular GCSE subjects
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- Yes
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £35,500
Inspection reports
- Last inspected
- 5 November 2024
The last word
A compact, internationally minded college with a clear strength in maths and the sciences, geared to ambitious GCSE and A-level study.
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Abbey College Cambridge 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Abbey College Cambridge located?
Abbey College Cambridge is located at Cambridge, CB2 8EB.
What type of school is Abbey College Cambridge?
Abbey College Cambridge is an independent (fee-paying) school in East of England.
How many pupils attend Abbey College Cambridge?
Abbey College Cambridge has approximately 428 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.