Student in Abbey College Cambridge Boarding House Bedroom

HOST FAMILY

Our host families provide an opportunity to experience British family life whilst studying. Full Board accommodation is offered, with all students having their own single study bedroom. Host families offer many different room types of home, accommodating between 2 and 4 students. All of our host families are located within the city of Cambridge, within walking distance of school (10-40 minute walk), and are fully DBS Police checked and personally vetted by our Head of Accommodation. Features include:

  • Full Board catering
  • WiFi
  • Secure access
  • Room cleaning
  • Weekly linen change
  • Towels
  • Secure bicycle storage
  • Weekend activities organised by our boarding team

View and download our Host Family Student Guide

Abbey Cambridge
September 2026 Scholarships

We are now accepting applications from local students for September 2026 entry scholarships at Abbey College Cambridge.

Abbey College Cambridge Scholarships Open

Generous scholarships are available for local students — for 13+ entry (Year 9), awards may be up to 100% of tuition fees. For  Year 12 entry there are scholarships offering up to a 20% discount.

Our scholarships recognise academic ability, critical thinking, teamwork and community contribution and are awarded based on performance at our assessment day on 29th January.

REGISTER FOR OUR SCHOLARSHIP ASSESSMENT DAY