Cheltenham College

Independent

National rank

186

147

Rank last year

76.3%

A-level

A-level

A*-B

55.7%

GCSE

GCSE

A*/A/9/8/7

Need to know

Head teacher

Nicola Huggett

Gender of entry

Mixed

Total pupils

740 (13-18)

Head teacher

Nicola Huggett

Gender of entry

Mixed

Total pupils

740 (13-18)

Head teacher

Nicola Huggett

Gender of entry

Mixed

Total pupils

740 (13-18)

UK day fees per term*

£13,833-£14,321 (11-18)

UK boarding fees per term*

£16,726-£18.913 (13-18)

*Fee correct as of November 21, 2024
Our methodology
Results

A-level 2024 rank: 178

Grade

%

A*

11.4

A

30.3

B

34.6

A*/A

41.7

A*-B

76.3

GCSE 2024 rank: 210

Grade

%

A*/9/8

36.6

A/7

19.1

A*/A/9/8/7

55.7

What the school inspection says

Date of report
2023
Verdict
Excellent
“The school aims to equip pupils to lead purposeful and fulfilling lives by providing an excellent all-round education, which is founded on Christian principles … The school fosters intellectual curiosity, talents beyond the academic sphere, skills for a modern world and a commitment to the service of others ... Pupils make excellent progress in developing a wide range of knowledge … they are articulate and expressive speakers … Pupils’ spiritual awareness and appreciation of the non-material aspects of life are extremely well developed … [their] social and collaboration skills in academic and social settings are excellent. Pupils contribute highly effectively to others, the school and wider community.”
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About the school

  • Cheltenham College describes itself as having “traditional values but a modern approach”. Its alumni include 14 recipients of the Victoria Cross and the Labour MP Sir Chris Bryant. 
  • In 2024, more than 90 per cent of school leavers secured a place at their chosen university.
  • Extracurricular activities include a strong Combined Cadet Force and Duke of Edinburgh’s Award programme, as well as clubs for clay-pigeon shooting, chess, debating, pottery and Dungeons & Dragons.
  • Alongside standard examinations the school offers Cambridge Technicals in business, sport and IT, and a Btec in applied psychology. 
  • Merit-based art, drama, music, sport and academic scholarships are awarded in Years 9 and 12.
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