St Mary’s School, Cambridge – a top ten all-girls’ boarding school for 2025 A level results.

St Mary’s School, Cambridge is delighted to have been ranked among the top ten independent all-girls’ boarding schools in the UK, based on its 2025 A level results, by the independent education consultants Education Advisers.

At St Mary’s, we know girls achieve most when they are educated in an environment designed specifically for them. A balance of academic rigour with outstanding pastoral care ensures each student thrives, with our international boarding community providing a diverse and multicultural environment in which students learn to become global citizens. 

By nurturing confidence, curiosity, resilience and integrity, and freedom from stereotypes, we empower our students to explore ambitious and fulfilling futures. We champion the role of women across a wide range of fields, including engineering and technology, journalism and leadership.

Head, Hannah Helliar said:

“This top-level ranking demonstrates the achievements of our students, the dedication of our staff and celebrates our commitment to nurturing confident, curious and successful young women.

“At St Mary’s, we are deeply committed to ensuring that every girl is given the opportunity to discover her strengths, develop her confidence and pursue her ambitions without limitation.

“Our determination is rooted in high expectations, excellent teaching and outstanding pastoral care, enabling our students to move forward into the world prepared, capable and assured of their place within it.”