Stephen Perse

Who we are

The Stephen Perse Foundation is a family of schools in Cambridge, Madingley and Saffron Walden educating boys and girls aged 1 to 18.

By recognising our pupils as individuals - with unique hopes, talents and ambitions - we unlock their true potential.

We enjoy learning for its own sake. Our teachers ignite curiosity, encourage critical thinking and creativity. By learning to think for themselves our pupils go on to achieve exceptional results. But for us, education is not just about grades. It is about strength of character, a sense of social responsibility, learning to innovate, communicate and collaborate.

Education needs to prepare youngsters for life beyond tests, exams and certificates. Our pupils gain an exceptional skill-set, one that prepares them for life in tomorrow's world. They leave us ready to make their mark and achieve their dreams.

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George D Triumphs at the International Olympiad on Astronomy & Astrophysics

George D tells us all about his silver medal win at the International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics.

Oct

Student Innovations Shine at Prestigious TeenTech Finals

Karianne Law, Teacher of Physics, tells us all about the TeenTech finals.

Oct

Year 12 Student Kseniia S Wins Two Medals at International Informatics Olympiads

Year 12 student Kseniia S tells us all about her International Informatics Olympiad experience.

Oct

First Steps into the Wild: Year 9s Conquer Bronze Expedition

In September, two groups of our Year 9 students took on their Bronze Duke of Edinburgh qualifying expedition.

Oct

From Peaks to Projects: A Moroccan Adventure

Russ McAlinden, Head of Outdoor Education & Becky Jones, Expedition Leader, tell us all about the trip to Morocco.

Oct

Sixth Form Adventure Begins: Year 12 Takes on Challenges at Go Ape

The rain was falling but it didn’t dampen the enthusiasm of the Year 12 students as they arrived to take part in a day of fun at the s...

Oct

Virtual Symposium with International Journalist Jacob Kushner

As part of our efforts to commemorate German Unity Day, we were delighted to welcome renowned journalist Jacob Kushner who led a virtual sym...

Oct

Justice in Action: Sixth Form Students Visit Cambridge Magistrates' Court

Veronica Escudero, Head of Spanish, tells us all about the Sixth Form students visit to Cambridge Magistrates’ Court.

Oct

A Silver Adventure: Year 10s Conquer the Duke of Edinburgh Expedition

Matt Cowley, Assistant Head of Outdoor Education, tells us all about Year 10s Silver Duke of Edinburgh’s expedition.

Oct

Boarding Life in Cambridge: A Warm Welcome

The start of term saw our boarding houses at the St Barnabas site come alive as students returned, unpacked, and settled into their new room...

Oct

Cambridge is our Campus: Visual Arts Students Take Learning Outside the Classroom

The Visual Arts Department started the year with visits beyond the classroom to record the world around them.

Oct

Year 11-13 GCSE and A Level Drama - London Theatre Trip

On Thursday 2 October we were absolutely thrilled to bring our GCSE and A Level Drama students on the train to London to first take a tour o...

Oct

Our approach to learning

As you may expect, we offer great facilities and one-to-one attention from brilliant teachers. What makes us different is the way we encourage young people to think: independently, analytically, logically, creatively and imaginatively – in an unusually friendly, relaxed atmosphere.

Today's young learners will go on to shape tomorrow's world. We believe that is our responsibility as educators and parents to equip them with the tools they need to make their mark, whatever future they choose.

Through our forward-thinking vision for education and our broad, creative curriculum we foster a global outlook and a sense of social responsibility, valuing individuality and independent thought. We empower our pupils to succeed in tomorrow's world and the workplace of the future.

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Outer circle
We prepare young people to blaze a trail in whatever field they choose. They leave us equipped with a breadth of skills, ready to become responsible global citizens.
Learning Segment
We group our subjects together into six curriculum areas. We teach subjects in an integrated way, because the future belongs to those who can think way beyond narrow subject boundaries.
Learning to think
Education is not just about imparting knowledge. It’s about teaching young people how to think for themselves: critically, creatively and collaboratively.
Developing Character
Fostering a secure bedrock of self-esteem and a sure moral compass is essential preparation for a future in a complex world.
Our Learners
Our schools are small enough to ensure that each learner is known. By placing our learners at the centre of our approach, we create an education that allows individuality to flourish.