Cambridge School of Visual & Performing Arts (CSVPA)
School summary
CSVPA is a specialist independent school in Cambridge devoted entirely to the visual and performing arts. With 272 pupils, all of whom are in the sixth form, it functions as a focused, post-16 creative environment rather than a conventional all-through school. Boarding is available, which broadens its reach to students from beyond the local area. Led by Head Professor Karin Askham, the school is inspected by the ISI.
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Teaching & academics
The school concentrates on the visual and performing arts at sixth-form level, making it a destination for students who already know they want to pursue creative disciplines seriously. With its entire roll of 272 in the sixth form, teaching is tailored to specialist portfolios and progression into arts and performance pathways.
Head · Professor Karin Askham
School life & ethos
- Boarding
- Yes
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £9,250 - £25,345
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A small, single-minded sixth-form college for committed young artists and performers, with boarding for those who come from further afield.
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