Welcome to The Perse School

Award-winning academic excellence in the heart of Cambridge

The Perse School, Cambridge is consistently among the top-performing independent schools in the country.

The Perse is a vibrant co-educational day school which delivers exceptional educational outcomes in a community of ambition, reflection and kindness.

Rooted in the intellectual life of Cambridge since 1615, the School prepares young people to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

About Us

Our Schools

While each part of The Perse is designed around the needs of its particular age group, pupils benefit from belonging to one wider School.

Consistently one of the UK’s leading schools for GCSE and A Level results, and the top-performing school in Cambridge

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Our unique and distinctive outdoor education programme builds resilience and self-reliance

Programmes such as “Global Perspectives” and “Think Equal” deepen pupils’ understanding of diversity and their responsibilities as citizens. A thriving co-curricular life ensures pupils make lasting friendships, discover new passions and develop essential life skills.

The School recognises the demands of a rapidly changing, AI-driven world. Its independence enables it to evolve the curriculum quickly, ensuring pupils are equipped, adaptable and empowered for the future. Central to this is a commitment to inclusion, diversity and global awareness, preparing young people not just to succeed, but to contribute positively to the world around them.

Outdoor Education

A Holistic Education

Perse Sports Centre

Dive into our brand new facilities, where our dedicated staff work together to provide a safe and enjoyable environment for all.

Perse Academy of Performing Arts

A performing arts school in Cambridge offering weekly classes in performance and technical theatre, in a professional-spec theatre.

Perse Summer School

The Perse Summer School offers a wide range of courses from arts and crafts, to cooking and outdoor pursuits.

The Perse Summer School 2026
Perse Open To All
The Perse School (Singapore) campus building.

International Schools

The Perse School (Singapore) is an international school for pupils aged 3-18 at 58 Chestnut Drive, Singapore. It is currently admitting students aged 3-16.