The short version
89% capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2023). Strong sixth form (A average).
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2023
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
A
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+1.29
Band 1Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
2% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 14–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 98
- Capacity
- 89%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Cambridgeshire
- Head
- Dr Julian Davies
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Boarding
- Boarding school
Inspection record
Official linksAdditional inspection
4 official reports linked on this page, including 3 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
89 Regent Street, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 2AW
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmSt Alban's Catholic Primary School
Primary · Very close
Sancton Wood School
Independent · 304m away
The Stephen Perse Foundation
Independent · 371m away
St Pauls CofE VA Primary School
Primary · 377m away
Heritage School
Independent · 472m away
The Leys School
Independent · 484m away
Parkside Community College
Secondary · 500m away
Mander Portman Woodward
Independent · 568m away
Questions parents ask
Is Cardiff Sixth Form College, Cambridge a selective school?
Yes. Cardiff Sixth Form College, Cambridge has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
What is Cardiff Sixth Form College, Cambridge's Ofsted rating?
Cardiff Sixth Form College, Cambridge was rated Good at its most recent inspection in April 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Cardiff Sixth Form College, Cambridge?
Cardiff Sixth Form College, Cambridge currently has 98 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Cardiff Sixth Form College, Cambridge take?
Cardiff Sixth Form College, Cambridge caters for pupils aged 14 to 19.
Where is Cardiff Sixth Form College, Cambridge?
Cardiff Sixth Form College, Cambridge is in CB1 2AW, in the Cambridgeshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Cardiff Sixth Form College, Cambridge have a sixth form?
Yes, Cardiff Sixth Form College, Cambridge has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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