The Leys School

The Leys School is a co-educational independent boarding and day school founded in 1875, ideally situated on the banks of the River Cam in Cambridge, within walking distance of the University of Cambridge. Educating students aged 11 to 18, The Leys offers GCSEs and A-Levels. A member of HMC and inspected by ISI, the school benefits uniquely from its Cambridge location, with students able to attend University lectures, events, and cultural activities. The Leys has a warm, purposeful community with a strong Methodist heritage emphasising service, integrity, and global citizenship. The school produces excellent academic results, with many students gaining places at Cambridge and other leading universities. Its outstanding facilities include science labs, performing arts centre, sports complex, and beautiful riverside grounds. International students from over 40 countries benefit from dedicated EAL support and pastoral care. The Leys is particularly noted for its strong music and drama traditions, and its rowing programme on the River Cam is a highlight of school life.