School Overview
Founded in 1875, this school is ideally located on a 50-acre campus in the centre of historic Cambridge. 560 Boys and girls aged 11-18 genuinely have the best of both worlds: a traditional Cambridge education with exceptional facilities to hone their talents. Leys is well-known for its holistic approach to each child’s educational development.
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The Leys values its history, yet it blends traditional values – courtesy, tolerance, respect, decency – with a forward and outward-looking approach to education. Dedicated staff and superb facilities combine powerfully as the school prepares young people for the challenges which lie ahead at university and beyond.
The Leys School Academic Results
A Level
- A*-A: 62.4%
- A*-B: 87%
GCSE
- 9-7: 71%
- 9-6: 89%
Extracurricular Activities in The Leys School
The Leys is a vibrant hub offering extensive opportunities beyond the classroom. Its state-of-the-art theatre supports drama from Year 9 through GCSE and A-level, with annual performances ranging from classics like The Crucible to musicals like The Sound of Music. The music school features an acoustically engineered recital hall and hosts choirs, orchestras, and bands, with music integrated into the curriculum for Years 7 and 8 and available at GCSE and A-level.
Artistic pursuits thrive in art, pottery, and design, with modern, glass-fronted buildings showcasing creative work. Sports facilities are exceptional, offering traditional team sports like rugby and cricket and also individual activities like sailing, gymnastics, dance, and circus skills. The school’s diverse extracurricular options ensure every student can explore their passions and excel.
Boarding Experience in The Leys School
The Leys provides a nurturing, home-like boarding environment, with students organised into 11 unique houses that foster a strong sense of community. Younger students begin in Moulton House before transitioning to single-sex or day boarders’ houses, all overseen by dedicated housemasters/mistresses (HMs) and caring matrons.
The school offers full and home boarding. Full boarders enjoy a complete residential experience, while home boarders participate in activities, supper, and prep until 9 pm, with their own spaces and desks to follow the same routine. This flexibility blends the advantages of city life with boarding school opportunities.
With 70% of students in boarding, including 50% full boarders and 20% home boarders, the school maintains a strong boarding culture. Weekends feature organized activities, and sixth formers can explore Cambridge with a 10:30 pm curfew. A sixth-form club, complete with a bar, enhances social life.
The Leys School Contact Information
- Official website: https://www.theleys.net/
- Location: The Leys School, Cambridge, CB2 7AD
- Email address: office@theleys.net
- Phone: +44 01223 508900
