Cheltenham College is an independent school catering for boys aged 13 to 18 and girls aged 16 to 18, that offers an international focus within a traditional environment. The school will become fully coeducational throughout in September 1998. Currently there are 545 pupils at the school of whom approximately two thirds are boarding.
Established in 1841 Cheltenham College occupies a fine site on the outskirts of Cheltenham, in the heart of the Cotswolds. The school is a Church of England foundation with Chapel playing a central role in school life, however, pupils of all faiths are welcomed.
Academic standards are high with 96.3% 'A' level passes and 64.1% gaining an A or B grade. As well as a choice of 22 'A' Level subjects, a very high proportion of the pupils go on to University with over 100 Oxbridge entrants in the last six years. The school's academic excellence includes Technology which boasts recent winners of the Young Engineer of Great Britain and The Young Inventor.
The College offers a wealth of facilities including a new Sports Hall, two Astroturf pitches, an Olympic sized swimming pool, and a whole range of courts and pitches.
Music is also strong and plays a large part in the lives of many pupils. Frequent drama productions form further evidence of the plentiful range of cultural activities, clubs and societies that thrive and give a stimulating educational environment.
The College also boasts a strong tradition of links and service to the town and modern society, with a thriving Industrial Link organisation and strong Careers Centre.
On an adjacent campus to the senior school, operating independently, is Cheltenham College Junior School, founded in 1865, and currently offering coeducation from 3 to 13.
Alumni - Nigel Davenport; Lindsay Anderson; Patrick White; Major General Sir Jeremy Moore; General Sir Michael Rose; Peter Brownley; Lord Richard.
