Spend a term or two studying the British curriculum and improving your English whilst boarding in the heart of one of the UK’s most exciting cities.
• Improve your written and spoken English.
• Live and study in one of three beautiful, historic and vibrant British cities.
• Study the globally recognised and admired British curriculum.
• High quality accommodation and pastoral support included.
• Study and live with ambitious students from around the world.
Whilst you study you will become a full member of our diverse student community, with access to our exciting extra-curricular programme of weekly clubs, sports and activities, lectures, and university preparation sessions.
Upon completion of your studies, you will receive a comprehensive academic report and completion certificate to take home. If you enjoy your time here, you can also choose to join the full Year 9, GCSE, A-Level or International Foundation Programme course and complete your university studies in the UK or at home.
Duration | Starts Every | Available At |
One or Two Terms | September, January | Cambridge, London, Manchester |
Cambridge is a fusion of the everyday and the extraordinary, a place that has shaped our history and continues to make its mark on our future. For over 800 years, the city has been home to the world-renowned University of Cambridge, it is consistently voted as one of the world’s best.
Cambridge is a quiet, safe and very beautiful city. There are an enormous range of cultural, sporting, leisure and entertainment opportunities within the city and the surrounding countryside.
It is also a hub for cutting edge research and development. Technology start-ups, entrepreneurs, and established global giants such as Apple, Microsoft, ARM and Hewlett Packard all have bases here. Central London is 45 minutes away by train. The nearest international airport is just 30 minutes by train or car. European capitals such as Paris, Amsterdam and Brussels can also be accessed from the city centre.
For over 800 years, the city has been home to the world-renowned University of Cambridge, it is consistently voted as one of the world’s best. Cambridge is a quiet, safe and very beautiful city. There are an enormous range of cultural, sporting, leisure and entertainment opportunities within the city and the surrounding countryside.
We offer boarding accommodation in more than 400 student rooms, all located either on-campus or within a few minutes’ walk of the college.
Boarding Houses and room types
Abbey House
(On Campus) |
Purbeck House
(Off Campus) |
Tripos Court
(Off Campus) |
Orchard House
(Off Campus) |
Standard Single Room | Studio Single Room | Standard Single Room |
Standard Single Room |
Superior Single Room | Apartment Single Room |
Superior Single Room |
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Standard Twin Room | Studio Twin Room | ||
Superior Twin Room |
You will be joining students from around the world studying on our established Year 9 (12 – 13 years), GCSE (14–16 years) and A-Level (16–18 years) programmes. Your weekly study programme will be a combination of academic subjects and English language lessons.
College | Year 9 (12-13 years) | GCSE (14 – 16 years) | A-Level (16 – 18 years) |
Abbey College Cambridge | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Age | 12+ |
Academic Requirements | School report and interview |
English Level | IELTS 4.0 (minimum) |
Start Dates | September, January |