The Leys School
Catchment Area, Exam Results and Reviews

Last updated 28 September 2026

Secondary
Post 16
PUPILS
563
AGES
11 - 19
GENDER
Mixed
TYPE
Other independent school
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The Leys School is a co-educational independent secondary in Cambridge, awarded a 5-star rating by School Guide. At its 2025 ISI inspection, the quality of academic and other achievements was judged excellent. The school also offers a Methodist foundation.

The Leys School Inspection Rating and Exam Results

How Does The School Perform?

Inspection
Ofsted inspection
(13/11/2025)
Overall grade included
Ofsted Report · All Reports
99%
INDEPENDENT AVG. 38%
5+ GCSEs grade 9-4 (standard pass or above) including English and maths



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The Leys School Inspection Rating and Exam Results

Top Grades Compared With Other Schools

48% Independent Average The Leys School UNLOCK GCSE
49% Independent Average The Leys School UNLOCK A level

Top grades at GCSE (7-9) and top grades at A level (A*/A)

The Leys School Inspection Rating and Exam Results

Progress Compared With All Other Schools

UNLOCK Well Below Average (About 5% of schools in England) Below Average (About 26% of schools in England) Average (About 43% of schools in England) Above Average (About 21% of schools in England) Well Above Average (About 5% of schools in England)
The Leys School Historic Exam Results

School Results Over Time

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% of pupils who achieved 3 A levels at AAB or higher
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Trumpington Road
Cambridge
CB2 7AD
01223 508900
Cambridgeshire

School Description

The Leys is primarily a boarding school, and our emphasis is on providing a caring, friendly and secure environment for all our pupils. Each child, whether a boarder or day pupil, is attached to one of 11 houses, where study areas and comfortable accommodation are provided, along with a high standard of pastoral care and supervision from housemasters or housemistresses.

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The Leys School Catchment Area Map

This school is independently managed and its admission criteria may be selective. There is no set catchment area as pupils are admitted from a wide variety of postcodes and, in the case of boarding schools, from outside the UK. Contact the school directly or visit their website for more information on Admissions Policy and Procedures.

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Frequently asked questions

What was the outcome of the inspection at The Leys School?

At its 2025 ISI inspection, The Leys School was judged excellent across key areas, including the quality of academic and other achievements and pupils' personal development.

How many pupils attend The Leys School?

There are 563 pupils enrolled at The Leys School.

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