Almost three-quarters of all results (74%) at Cheltenham Ladies' College were awarded the top 9/8 or A* grades, and more than four in five results (88%) were A*-A / 9-7 grades.
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Cheltenham Ladies' College
Cheltenham Ladies' College is an all-girls senior school offering day and boarding education for ages 11 to 18.
Day fees
£38,520 – £43,380
Entry
Cat4 + Common EntranceSelective
Next deadline
Mon 9 Nov 202613+ registration closes
Updated 4 months ago
At a glance
Key facts
Head
Ms Eve Jardine-Young
Ms
Gender
Girls
Pupils
814
Location
Cheltenham
Urban setting
Day or boarding
Day and boarding
Age range
11 to 18
Religious ethos
Christian
Founded
1854
Entry points
11+, 13+, 16+
Bursaries
Available
Scholarships
Academic, Art, Music +2
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A-level A*–A
71%
2025
GCSE 9–7
83%
2025
Overview
About Cheltenham Ladies' College
Cheltenham Ladies' College welcomes a significant number of new students each September at 11+, 13+, and 16+ entry points. The school supports students to develop intellectual curiosity, compassion, and self-belief to succeed through GCSEs and beyond. The school offers a holistic admissions process including assessments, references, and interviews. Scholarships are available in academics, music, art, and sports, with bursaries offered as means-tested fee remission. The school hosts open days, private visits, and overseas events to engage prospective families.
Houseroom EditorialOur take
Houseroom Editorial
Our take
Independent girls senior school in Cheltenham for ages 11–18, day or boarding. Selective entry, top-tier fees.
Best for
- Families seeking a senior school for ages 11–18, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry.
- Parents who want a single-sex environment for their daughter.
- Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered.
- Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
- Families comfortable with top-tier independent fees in exchange for the level of provision.
Watch-outs
- Fees sit at the top of the independent market. Factor in extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition) before committing.
- Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
- SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has an EHCP or specific learning needs, ask admissions about case-by-case capacity before applying.
- Single-sex (girls). Comfortable for some children, less so for others — worth a visit on a normal teaching day rather than only an open-day showcase.
AdmissionsApplication timeline
Admissions
Application timeline
September 2027 entryRegistration tbcCloses 30 Sept 2026
- Mar20Open dayNextWhole School Open Day Join us
- Sep30Registration closesPassed
- TBCInterviewTo be confirmedVarious dates - see visits pageDay visits
Not yet published: registration opens, bursary deadline, assessment, offers, acceptance deadline.
UpcomingOpen events
Upcoming
Open events
Private tours by arrangement with admissions.
Fees & costFees
Fees & cost
Fees
£38,520 – £43,380per year · Day · 2026-27 · est. (3 x term)
Extras: registration, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music lessons, exam fees.
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Financial supportBursaries & Scholarships
Financial support
Bursaries & Scholarships
Beyond the classroomActivities & co-curricular
Beyond the classroom
Activities & co-curricular
sport
athleticsClimbing ClubequinefencingHockeyLacrossenetballrowingSquashswimmingwalking
music
cello ensembleconcert bandHouse Music CompetitionmusicMusic ensemblesMusic Ensembles and Individual LessonsMusic Toursorchestrapercussion ensemblesamba bandScholars’ Recitalsstring groupukulele ensemblevocal
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wider music activities
drama
drama
academic club
business clubchessdebateDebatingeco committeeLC Art ClubPhotography Clubscience club
service
Community Links Volunteeringcommunity service
other
Animals in Hands WorkshopDance Classes and Recreational ClubsDance Performance OpportunitiesDance Studio ActivitiesDrama ProductionsDrama Workshops and Technical Crew SupportLife Drawing (SFC)Trinity and LAMDA Speech and Drama Classes
On campusFacilities
On campus
Facilities
sports
Health and Fitness CentreNetball and Tennis Courts (off-site)Sports Facilities including Health & Fitness Centre, Tennis and Netball courts
arts
Black Box Studio TheatreFauconberg Wing Art StudiosParabola Arts CentreParabola Arts Centre TheatrePhotography DarkroomPrincess HallThe Parabola Arts Centre
boarding
Six Junior Boarding Houses
academic
Art LibraryCouncil RoomLower College Learning and Teaching CentreLower College LibraryMain LibraryMarble CorridorNew Sixth Form Centre (opening 2026)Six Biology Laboratories
wellbeing
24-hour Medical CentreQuiet RoomWell Place for wellness activities
OutcomesLatest exam results
Outcomes
Latest exam results
71%
A-level A*–A
83%
GCSE 9–7
DestinationsWhere leavers go
Destinations
Where leavers go
14%
to Oxbridge (2025)
47%
to Russell Group
| 2025 | |
|---|---|
| Cohort | 164 |
| Oxbridge | 23 |
| Russell Group | 77 |
| US Ivy | 12 |
Top universities (2025)
UCLDurham UniversityUniversity of St AndrewsUniversity of CambridgeUniversity of ExeterImperial College LondonBristolKCL
CurriculumQualifications offered
Curriculum
Qualifications offered
GCSEA-level
In the newsRecent coverage
In the news
Recent coverage
August 2025
Cheltenham Ladies’ College reported that 35% of A Level grades were A* and over half of the cohort secured three or four straight A*/A grades.
AlumniNotable alumni
Alumni
Notable alumni
Dame Judi Dench (actress)Imogen Heap (musician)Dame Sarah Gilbert (vaccine scientist)Dame Ethel Smyth (composer and suffragette)Dame Barbara Cartland (author)Dame Felicity Lott (opera singer)Dame Ann Leslie (journalist)Dame Elizabeth Butler-Sloss (judge)
Recommended next step
Registration closes 9 Nov 2026 (13+)
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Fit for your child
Is Cheltenham Ladies' College right for your child?
Score it on travel, academics, support and budget.
Check fit for my childCommunityHouse system
Community
House system
six Junior Boarding HousesDay House
Pastoral careWellbeing
Pastoral care
Wellbeing
CounsellingTutor systemMental health support
Cheltenham Ladies' College fosters a supportive and vibrant community with a strong pastoral care system overseen by Heads of Lower and Upper College, Tutors, and Houseparents. The school offers extensive wellbeing programmes including counselling and mental health support to help pupils thrive emotionally and academically.
RegulationInspection
Regulation
Inspection
ISI inspection, 9 Dec 2025
2 reports on file.
- Isi · Educational Quality1 Nov 2022excellent
CalendarTerm dates 2026/27
Calendar
Term dates 2026/27
Autumn9 Sept 2026 → 11 Dec 2026Half-term 16 Oct 2026–1 Nov 2026
Spring6 Jan 2027 → 24 Mar 2027Half-term 12 Feb 2027–21 Feb 2027
Summer19 Apr 2027 → 9 Jul 2027Half-term 28 May 2027–6 Jun 2027
PathwaysFeeder schools
Pathways
Feeder schools
1 offer
1 offer
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FAQQuestions parents ask
FAQ
Questions parents ask
What kind of child is Cheltenham Ladies' College best for?+
Cheltenham Ladies' College suits: Families seeking a senior school for ages 11–18, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry; Parents who want a single-sex environment for their daughter; Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered; Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school; Families comfortable with top-tier independent fees in exchange for the level of provision.
How much are the fees at Cheltenham Ladies' College?+
Day fees at Cheltenham Ladies' College are £12,840 to £14,460 a term in 2026-27 (£38,520 to £43,380 a year). Boarding fees are £20,400 to £22,740 a term in 2026-27 (£61,200 to £68,220 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.
When is the next open day at Cheltenham Ladies' College?+
The next open day at Cheltenham Ladies' College is on 20 March 2027. Booking is usually required.
How does admissions work?+
Cheltenham Ladies' College is selective. Expect an entrance assessment at each entry point.
Does Cheltenham Ladies' College support SEND?+
We don't hold SEND details for Cheltenham Ladies' College. Ask admissions early if your child has additional needs.
What ages does Cheltenham Ladies' College take?+
Cheltenham Ladies' College takes pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Cheltenham Ladies' College a day or boarding school?+
Cheltenham Ladies' College offers both day and boarding places.
Is Cheltenham Ladies' College co-educational or single-sex?+
Cheltenham Ladies' College is a girls' school.
Where is Cheltenham Ladies' College?+
Cheltenham Ladies' College is in Cheltenham, GL50 3EP.
How do I contact admissions at Cheltenham Ladies' College?+
Contact Cheltenham Ladies' College by email at enquiries@cheltladiescollege.org or phone on 01242520691.
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