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The Leys is the leading co-educational boarding and day school in Cambridge.

Located in the centre of the university city of Cambridge, we are ideally placed to have such a vibrant, historic and cultural city at our pupils’ doorstep.

About Us

The leading co-educational boarding and day school in Cambridge

Admissions
The Leys is the only co-educational boarding and day school in Cambridge. Our main entry points are Year 7 (11+), Year 9 (13+) and Lower Sixth (16+). Find out more
Academic
The Leys curriculum is not just about preparation for exams. It is broad and balanced, and the social, intellectual and emotional needs of our pupils drive our educational agenda. Find out more
Pastoral
If each child flourishes in School and beyond, feels nurtured and happy while they are here and goes out into the world a confident and aware adult then The Leys has achieved its Pastoral Aims. Find out more
Wider Curriculum
The Wider Curriculum has traditionally been one of the main pillars upon which a Leysian education is built and is an integral part of the school week for all pupils. Find out more

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New Staff Induction, 9am-4pm
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Celebrating Success

The Leys Celebrates Best Ever GCSE Results

On Thursday 21 August, the 2025 cohort of Year 11 pupils at The Leys received the best GCSE results in the School’s recorded history. An impressive 86% of all grades awarded were 9, 8 or 7, 66% were graded 9 or 8, and 38% were graded 9, the highest possible mark. This is the second time in four […]

The Leys Celebrates Best Ever GCSE Results

On Thursday 21 August, the 2025 cohort of Year 11 pupils at The Leys received the best GCSE results in the School’s recorded history. An impressive 86% of all grades awarded were 9, 8 or 7, 66% were graded 9 or 8, and 38% were graded 9, the highest possible mark. This is the second time in four […]

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A Level Results 2025

On Thursday 14 August, The Leys celebrated another exceptional year of A Level results, with the 2025 cohort of Year 13 pupils continuing the School’s tradition of academic excellence. This year, an impressive 23% of all grades were A*, 61% were A-A*, and 85% were graded A*-B, reflecting the consistently high standards achieved by Leysians […]

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Farewell to Martin Priestley

As the academic year draws to a close, we bid a heartfelt farewell to Martin Priestley, the tenth Head of The Leys. Joining the School in January 2014, Mr Priestley has been a pillar of strength and leadership, guiding the School through a transformative decade. His tenure has been marked by significant achievements across all […]

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