UK Boarding Schools with Cricket Programmes
We guide high-performing young cricketers and their families through a clear, organised path into leading UK private schools — from first enquiry to first day of term.
We understand cricket AND British Independent education
How Criced works
Tell us about your child
Share their academic record, cricket background and goals. We listen before we recommend.
We match the right schools
Using our network and knowledge of UK admissions, we shortlist schools that fit academically, athletically and personally.
Guided entry and settling in
We support scholarship trials, applications, visas, travel and pastoral care until your child is settled.
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Successful admissions for our most recent cohort
“Criced made what felt impossible feel straightforward. Within months, our son had an offer and a cricket scholarship to a school we had only dreamed of.”
Expert scouting
Our network identifies high-performing players from Mumbai to Colombo, Dhaka to Lahore, Adelaide to Auckland and Bridgetown to Cape Town.
Academic excellence
We partner with schools offering top-tier GCSE, A-Level and IB programmes, securing a future beyond the boundary rope.
Cultural enrichment
Complete support for international pupils, from visa guidance to pastoral care and a seamless transition to school life.
University advice
Ongoing guidance on UK university pathways, helping pupils move from school success to the right higher-education destination.
University advice
Guidance on UK university pathways to help pupils move from school success to the right higher-education destination.
Students and School Services
A complete pathway service for families and young athletes.
A complete pathway service for families: talent identification, school matching, admissions and scholarship support, visa guidance and settling-in care.
Talent identification
We spot high-potential cricketers across the world, assessing temperament, character and academic readiness.
School matching
We pair each pupil with the right UK independent school — one that fits their sport, academics and personality.
Scholarship & admissions support
From application forms to interviews and scholarship trials, we guide families through every admissions milestone.
Visa & pastoral care
We help with visa paperwork, travel planning and settling in, so pupils feel supported from day one.
University pathways
Beyond school, we advise on A-Level, IB and university choices to keep long-term ambitions on track.
Immersion programmes
Short-term UK school immersion experiences that let pupils sample academic life, cricket coaching and boarding culture before a full placement.
Potential opportunities
We are looking to completely cover the UK with up to 50 schools offering diverse and enriching boarding opportunities for our range of overseas pupils, where education and cricket are at the heart of the experience.
Christ College Brecon
Brecon, Wales
King's Taunton
Somerset, UK
Clifton College
Bristol, UK
Downside School
Somerset, UK
Dean Close, Cheltenham
Cheltenham, UK
Oundle School
Northamptonshire, UK
Millfield School
Street, Somerset, UK
Where our schools are
Seven leading UK independent schools, from the Welsh borders to the East Midlands.
Your Child. Their cricket. Their future