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Perse pupils take on muddy challenge for East Anglian Air Ambulance
Ten Year 13 pupils put their resilience to the test as they tackled the Only The Brave Mud Run, raising more than £900 for the East Anglian Air Ambulance. On Sunday 20 September, a team of Perse Year 13 pupils took part in the Only The Brave Mud Run at Euston Estate in Suffolk, completing […]
Year 11 geographers explore the land of fire and ice
From 4 to 8 July, 24 Year 11 Perse Geography students travelled to Iceland following their GCSE examinations, embarking on an unforgettable adventure through one of the world’s most dynamic and spectacular physical environments. The trip provided students with the opportunity to experience first-hand many of the geographical processes they have studied in the classroom, […]
From Cross-Country Trial to Team GB: Finn’s Journey to the European Championships
Perse student Finn enjoyed a breakthrough athletics season this summer, securing selection for Great Britain at the European Athletics Under-18 Championships in Italy. After achieving qualifying standards in both the 1500m and 3000m, he went on to finish eighth in Europe and reflect on a journey that began with a cross-country trial at the School […]
A student’s perspective: competing at the International Chemistry Tournament
This summer, Lower Sixth student Sophie travelled to South Korea with the Perse team to compete in the International Chemistry Tournament, supported by a Perse Travel Award. In this first-hand reflection, Sophie shares her experience of tackling challenging scientific problems, debating solutions with students from around the world and exploring South Korean culture. Supported by […]
A summer of outstanding international success for Perse Chemistry students
Perse students enjoyed an outstanding summer of international success in chemistry, earning recognition at prestigious competitions in Uzbekistan and South Korea. Lower Sixth student Roy won a Silver Medal while representing the UK at the International Chemistry Olympiad, while a team of six Perse students received an Honourable Mention at the International Chemistry Tournament. Perse […]
Old Perseans from 1971 and 1972 return to The Perse
We were delighted to welcome a group of Old Perseans from the Classes of 1971 and 1972 back to The Perse for a special school tour. From classrooms to courtyards, every stop brought back memories and sparked another story, as the group reflected on their time at the School and caught up with old friends. […]
Perse students achieve highest marks in the country across multiple subjects
Several Perse students have achieved the highest marks nationally in their respective OCR qualifications, including GCSE and A level Geography, Ancient History and Music. Perse students have once again achieved exceptional success in national examinations, with several students recording the highest marks in the country across a range of OCR qualifications. In OCR GCSE Geography, […]
The Perse featured in Tatler Schools Guide 2027
We are delighted that The Perse School Cambridge has been recognised in the Tatler Schools Guide 2027, Tatler’s annual showcase of the UK’s leading independent schools. The review highlights our vibrant academic culture, extensive co-curricular opportunities, and the supportive community that defines life at The Perse. The Schools Guide write-up draws attention to our newly […]
Perse students recognised among the UK’s top A level Computer Science performers
Five students from The Perse have been recognised among the top 100 AQA A level Computer Science performers in the UK, placing them within approximately the top 1.9% of candidates nationally. Their success forms part of an outstanding year for Computer Science at The Perse, with 70% of students achieving an A* grade and 90% […]
Outstanding university destinations for Perse Year 13 leavers
From Medicine and Engineering to Mathematics, Economics and Politics, Perse leavers are progressing to an exceptional range of courses at leading universities in the UK and around the world. As our 2026 leavers prepare to begin university life, we are delighted to celebrate an exceptional range of destinations and courses that reflect their hard work, […]
Maahika Singh returns to The Perse for the 42 Lecture Series
It was wonderful to welcome back Old Persean Maahika Singh (2021) to The Perse as part of the 42 Lecture Series. Maahika shared her journey of building her own business and creating Reclaiming Bossy, as well as launching her new magazine, Bossy & Brown. Students heard about her experiences of entrepreneurship, storytelling and personal branding, […]
A warm reunion with Old Perseans in Australia
During a recent visit to Australia, Head Ed Elliott enjoyed the opportunity to meet with Old Perseans and reconnect with members of The Perse’s global alumni community. The gathering brought together Old Perseans from different generations and provided a chance to share memories, catch up on life since leaving The Perse and hear the latest […]
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