The UK's Cricket and Education specialists
Written for parents in India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and the Caribbean: how cricket can open the door to a leading UK independent school, what it really costs, what schools look for, and how to start.
We discuss your child's age, academic profile, cricket experience and family budget, and tell you honestly whether a UK pathway is realistic.
You share match footage, batting/bowling data and recent school reports. We verify them and build a profile UK schools trust.
We match your child to schools whose academic level, cricket programme, location and fee structure genuinely fit — not just the best-known names.
We arrange trials, coach conversations and entrance assessments, in person in the UK or remotely where a school allows it.
We help you compare offers and awards, then support visa, guardianship and arrival so the first term starts smoothly.
Yes. Many UK independent schools offer sport, all-rounder or academic awards that can be combined with means-tested bursaries. Awards vary school by school, typically covering a percentage of fees rather than the full cost, and they are always tied to academic suitability as well as playing ability.
The most common entry points are 11+, 13+ and 16+ (Sixth Form). Cricket pathways work best from 13+ and 16+, where boarding, coaching and fixture programmes are strongest. Start conversations 12–18 months before the intended entry date.
Full boarding fees at the schools we work with generally range from around £13,000 to £19,000 per term, plus guardianship, flights, insurance and uniform. Scholarships and bursaries can reduce this significantly for the right pupil.
Genuine playing ability verified on video and in trials, a good academic record, sound English, strong character references and a family that understands boarding life. Criced verifies all of this before a profile reaches a school.
School application forms, past school reports, an entrance assessment, English testing where required, a Child Student visa (CAS issued by the school), and a UK guardian. Criced guides families through each stage.
India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, the Caribbean, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa. Our site is available in English, Hindi, Urdu, Bengali, Sinhala and Tamil.
Tell us a little about your child's age, school and cricket. We reply personally to every enquiry.