Cheltenham College and Cheltenham Ladies’ College are both highly prestigious independant Colleges in Cheltenham offering some of the best  academic education and facilities in the country, set in the centre of Cheltenham and the heart of the Cotswolds.

Cheltenham College is an outstanding fee paying independent co-educational school in Cheltenham with an international reputation for excellence. The prominent building with its grand entrance on the A46 is a distinct marker to the architectural style of many of the regency buildings in Cheltenham, with a large sports and cricket field to the rear, it is suitated close to Cheltenham general Hospital and within walking distance to the town of Cheltenham.

The motto for the school which was founded in 1841 and was first known as Cheltenham Proprietary College is ‘Labor Omnia Vincit’ meaning ‘Work Conquers All’ is a fantastic reflection of the ethos of the school which encourages its pupils to strive towards their goals; in line with the intent of the two founders; to educate affluent gentlemen’s sons. Attainment of GCSE and A levels results are amongst the highest in the county. However it is important to remember that the attainment in the education at Cheltenham College is not just academic but provides education and guidance in moral and spiritual issues, with willingness to help and respect other people, giving a rounded personality to the students.

There are in the order of 600 pupils at the college in Cheltenham, with the majority being boarders. To ensure admission access is not just for the privileged approximately 50 of the pupils attending are supplied with bursaries. Pupils are organised into ten houses which allows a cohesive and competitive spirit. Southwood is the Day House for boys with male boarders allocated to Newick, Leconfield, Christowe, Hazelwell or Boyne House which is the oldest boarding house. The first Girl house was opened in 1981, although there were already a few girls at the College making the Sixth Form the first co-educational part of the College. Girl day pupils are allocated to either Westal or Queens and those who board to either Ashmead or Chandos

Following the early success of the college a Junior Department for Boys was established in 1865; however it was not until 1993 that the now Cheltenham College Junior School (as opposed to department) allowed girl pupils. In the same year Kingfishers catering for children aged 3 years to 7 years was established so creating the option of a seamless education from age 3 to 18 years. Cheltenham College junior School is a co-educational independant school, it is also a prep school.

Kingfishers which accept children from the age of 3 have enviable children to teacher ratio of one teacher to eight children, ensuring a fantastic learning where the needs of the individual can be taken into account. The junior school has been rated as outstanding by OFSTED; where again the emphasis is on a happy learning environment giving a rounded education. To help this Cheltenham College Junior School ensures a wide range of extra -curricular activities catering for every interest. Many of these are based around the extensive school facilities such as music, drams, sports, art and IT, but there are also third party facilities used such as those at the Cotswold water park for sailing.

Cheltenham Ladies‘ College

Cheltenham Ladies‘ College is a mainstream independent school for girls, catering for pupils aged 11 – 18, based around a magnificent Victorian campus. The majority of pupils are day pupils but there is significant number of boarders. This facility is available up to and including Sixth Form pupils.

Cheltenham Ladies’ College was founded in 1841. In 1858 Dorothea Beale became the new Head Teacher. The school soon developed a reputation for excellence, becoming one of the most highly regarded schools in the country.

Cheltenham Ladies‘ College is also renowned for its excellent facilities including extensive sports facilities, music and library facilities, with teams and activities of a very wide variety. It also has a new Parabola Arts Centre, opened in 2009 offering a wide range of shows and events to the local community.

The Cheltenham Ladies’ College was recently featured on a television documentary following the transition to secondary school of 4 age 11 young ladies from different parts of the Uk.  3 pupils were starting as boarders and 1 pupil as a day pupil, the documentary gave a rare insight into Cheltenham Ladiies’ College, daily life and boarding accommodation of the so called ‘green flies’ (the young ladies in their green uniforms), who walk to the Ladies College each day  in pairs for safety. Cheltenham Ladies' College attracts many celebraties children including Madonna's daughter who has been a past pupil at Cheltenham Ladies' College.

For Further information contact Cheltenham Ladies’ College : Address  Bayshill Rd, Cheltenham – Tel 01242 520 691

Other Cheltenham Colleges

Cheltenham College Junior School

The Cheltenham College Junior School is a well established and reputable 3-13 co-educational day and boarding school in the Cheltenham, with outstanding facilities set in an idyllic environment, encouraging each child to be the best that he or she can be. Cheltenham College Junior School delivers holistic, academic education that prepares children for the 21st Century.  Most pupils progress on to Cheltenham College at 13; children are well placed with great success to all leading independent schools when they reach 11 and 13 years.

Address- Thirlestaine Rd, Cheltenham - 01242 522 697

Gloucestershire College Cheltenham

Gloucestershire College offers full and part-time education in a range of academic and part-time courses

Gloucestershire College with a campus in Cheltenham is a successful college of further and higher education in the UK, offering a wide range of education and training programmes, including A Levels and GCSEs, vocational qualifications, work-based learning, basic skills courses, higher education, short courses for business, part-time day and evening courses including English for overseas students.

Gloucestershire College has three main sites in Cheltenham, Gloucester and the Royal Forest of Dean, as well as a number of satellite sites such as Construction School in Kingsditch and Do I.T. Centres in Cheltenham, Gloucester and at Tewkesbury.

Address- Princess Elizabeth Way, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire - 0845 155 2020

Cheltenham Tutorial College

Cheltenham Tutorial College works with students and organizations that are involved in distance learning or non-traditional learning or home study, across a wide curriculum of courses.

Address- 292 High St, Cheltenham - 01242 241 279

UCAS Cheltenham

Ucas based in Cheltenham is a charitable organisation and is the central organisation responsible for managing applications to almost all full-time undergraduate degree courses at UK universities and colleges of higher education through a clearing service.

The UCAS Points System is a means of selecting students based upon grades from qualifications and A level results. It is used as a means of giving students from the UK and Republic of Ireland places at UK universities.

Address- Rose Hill, New Barn Lane, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire - 0870 112 2211

National Star College Cheltenham

Providing specialist further education, training and personal development for students aged 16- 25 with severe physical disabilities, learning, medical, emotional and behavioural difficulties based in Ullenwood Cheltenham.

National Star College Cheltenham provides personalised learning and transition services for young people with disabilities - enabling them to realise their potential and to live full and active lives. Set in the Cotswold countryside it offers an idyllic setting on the outskirts of Cheltenham.

National Star College Cheltenham - Ullenwood, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire - 01242 527 631