St. Andrew's College Cambridge
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire · CB1 2JB
AAB+ A-level
12.1%
9–7 GCSE
0%
Day fees
£42k
Inspection
Not yet inspected
St. Andrew's College Cambridge is a boutique independent sixth form and university preparation college founded in 1976, specializing in A-Levels, GCSEs, and university foundation pathways for ages 15–22. With just 146 pupils and small class sizes, the college emphasizes personalized academic support and pastoral care, drawing on its Cambridge location and staff expertise. The college attracts international students seeking rigorous preparation for UK and US universities, with particular strength in Oxbridge mentoring and specialist pathways for medicine and law.
- →Very small class sizes and weekly one-to-one tutor support with close monitoring of individual progress
- →Experienced staff with Oxbridge teaching or study backgrounds, plus structured Oxbridge and Ivy League application support
- →Flexible academic pathways (18-month, 2.5-year, and 3-year A-Levels) tailored to student readiness and international exam requirements
- →Strong pastoral care including boarding accommodation, SEND welcome, and English language support for international cohorts
Who thrives here
International and UK students aged 15–22 seeking intensive, personalized A-Level or university foundation preparation in a small, boarding-friendly environment, particularly those aiming for selective UK or US universities. Suits mature learners and those needing flexible timelines or additional language/academic scaffolding.
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Contact & visit
13 Station Road
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
CB1 2JB
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at St. Andrew's College Cambridge?
Day fees at St. Andrew's College Cambridge are approximately £41,580 per year (2025/26). Boarding fees are higher.
How do you get into St. Andrew's College Cambridge?
St. Andrew's College Cambridge admits pupils at 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are St. Andrew's College Cambridge's exam results?
At St. Andrew's College Cambridge, 12.1% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 0% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is St. Andrew's College Cambridge a boarding school?
St. Andrew's College Cambridge offers boarding as well as day places.
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Highly personalized attention and weekly tutor support in a very small cohort
✓Effective Oxbridge and US university preparation with experienced, knowledgeable staff
✓Flexible A-Level timelines (18-month, 2.5-year, 3-year options) accommodating diverse learning speeds
✓Welcoming, inclusive environment for international students and those with additional needs
✓Strong pastoral care and boarding accommodation in vibrant university city
Common concerns
!Not yet Ofsted inspected, limiting independent external validation of teaching quality and safeguarding
!Limited sports and co-curricular facilities for a boarding college, particularly compared to traditional schools
!Small size may limit peer diversity and extracurricular breadth in some areas
!International and specialist focus may not suit students seeking traditional British boarding school culture