Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA)
URN: 110935 • Cambridge CB4 1NQ
Overview
- Name
- Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS and CSVPA)
- URN
- 110935
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 37.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Hugh McCormick (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01223314431
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 1 High Street, Cambridge CB4 1NQ
Summary
Cambridge Arts and Sciences (CATS Cambridge) is an independent school located in the historic city of Cambridge, catering to students aged 14 and above. With a current enrolment of 534 pupils and a capacity of 703, the school offers a supportive and inclusive environment aimed at nurturing academic excellence. CATS Cambridge has over 35 years of experience in preparing students for prestigious universities, including the University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge.
The curriculum at CATS Cambridge includes a range of internationally recognised qualifications, such as A Levels, GCSEs, and the University Foundation Programme (UFP), designed to meet the diverse needs and aspirations of students. The school emphasises personal responsibility and global citizenship, equipping students with critical thinking skills and the confidence to navigate future challenges.
CATS Cambridge is committed to fostering a strong sense of community, with dedicated faculty members providing tailored support to help students achieve their academic goals. The school's location in Cambridge, a hub of international academia, enhances the educational experience by immersing students in a vibrant and culturally rich environment.
The curriculum at CATS Cambridge includes a range of internationally recognised qualifications, such as A Levels, GCSEs, and the University Foundation Programme (UFP), designed to meet the diverse needs and aspirations of students. The school emphasises personal responsibility and global citizenship, equipping students with critical thinking skills and the confidence to navigate future challenges.
CATS Cambridge is committed to fostering a strong sense of community, with dedicated faculty members providing tailored support to help students achieve their academic goals. The school's location in Cambridge, a hub of international academia, enhances the educational experience by immersing students in a vibrant and culturally rich environment.
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Nearby alternatives
- Pilgrim Pathways School (69.7)
- Gretton School (64.6)
- Mander Portman Woodward (58.9)
- Landmark International School (55.8)
- Holme Court School (55.5)
Key details
- LA
- Cambridgeshire
- Age range
- 13 - 24
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 703
- Pupils
- 534
- Boys
- 207
- Girls
- 327
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1994-01-04
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cambridgeshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 534 | 207 | 327 | 703 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 543 | 203 | 340 | 703 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 486 | 182 | 304 | 0.00 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 486 | 182 | 304 | 703 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 528 | 205 | 323 | 703 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 808 | 327 | 481 | 703 |
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