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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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Celebrating Success

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 […]

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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Prefects for 2025-26 Announced

Congratulations to our newly appointed Prefects for 2025-26 who were announced in an assembly held on 17 June by Headmaster, Mr Priestley. A special mention goes to our new Senior Prefects, Sofi P and Archie N, who will be leading the team throughout the next academic year. We hope they thrive in their new roles […]

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School Nurses Raise Funds for EAAA

On Saturday 7 June, School Nurses Skyler Moulder, Anna Webb, Georgie McMahon, Lauren Roberts, and Debs Thain successfully completed the East Anglia Air Ambulance (EAAA) Trek 24 event, raising more than £3,000 and becoming the top fundraising group across all EAAA Treks in 2025. They took part in memory of Graham Chapman, our School Porter […]

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