Cheltenham Ladies 'College girls' school
Description of Cheltenham Ladies 'College girls' school
- Year of foundation: 1854;
- Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, UK;
- Students age: 11-18 years old;
- Number of female students: 870;
- Language of instruction: English;
- Type of education: school for girls.
Cheltenham Ladies' College is a prestigious private school for girls that specializes in the quality preparation of students for the university.
Facts about the school:
- 75% of schoolgirls live on a boarding house;
- A school with a family atmosphere, where everyone is given attention and support;
- Diversified development is one of the priorities of the school: in addition to the academic component, girls will have rich cultural, creative programs;
- School teachers are experienced teachers who strive to impart motivation to students and develop an interest in science;
- Small educational groups create a comfortable environment for every girl: all students actively participate in discussions and the learning process in general.
An educational institution with a rich history was founded in 1854: under the leadership of the founder, Dorothea Bill, the school was actively developed as an educational center for girls. The head of the school and the early teachers believed in the need to educate girls on a par with boys' schools. The college has continuously improved both curriculum and infrastructure. As a result, the educational institution has always offered training at the highest level for its pupils.
Cheltenham Ladies' College offers training in the most popular British and international programs - GCSE, A-Level, International Baccalaureate. Pupils of the school are trained to the highest standards and enter the best universities in England - Oxford and Cambridge universities, US educational institutions:
- 17% choose Oxbridge;
- 5% go to non-UK universities;
- 48% study social sciences;
- 28% arts, languages;
- 17% choose science, mathematics and engineering;
- 7% decide to study medicine, nursing and veterinary medicine.
The school does not position itself as an educational institution with a bias in technical or humanities. The task of the educational institution is to provide the most versatile education possible. But traditionally popular are subjects of the natural science cycle. Special attention is paid to the study of foreign languages - students can study 6 of the most popular foreign languages. Interesting programs in music and engineering education.
Notable alumni:
- Carolyn Spargin is a respected literary critic;
- Liz Miller - neurosurgeon;
- Hermione Hobhouse - historian;
- Mae Sinclair - writer;
- Betty Ridley is a journalist.
Programs and prices, tuition fees in Cheltenham Ladies 'College girls' school
Quick overview:
- Age: 14+;
- Language of instruction: English;
- Duration: 2 years.
The following foreign languages can be studied at school:
- Spanish;
- Italian;
- French;
- German;
- Chinese.
Brief information:
- Age: 16-18;
- Language of instruction: English;
- Duration: 2 years.
About the educational program: An advanced high school program will qualitatively prepare international schoolgirls for admission to universities. Students are offered a choice of 24 subjects at an advanced level. Girls choose priority subjects - 4-5 in the first year of study, the same in the second.
List of the main disciplines to choose from:
- Latin language;
- Art;
- Design;
- Chemistry;
- Biology;
- Mathematics;
- Philosophy;
- Religious Studies;
- Italian;
- English literature;
- Greek;
- Computer science;
- Drama art;
- Politics;
- History;
- German;
- French;
- Chinese;
- Spanish.
Brief information:
- Age: 16-18;
- Language of instruction: English;
- Duration: 2 years.
The international program aims to prepare international students for the university and diversified development. Schoolgirls study 6 subjects, 3 of which are at an increased level of difficulty.
List of subjects to study:
- Art;
- Social Studies;
- Literature;
- Foreign languages;
- History;
- Mathematics;
- Biology;
- Chemistry;
- Geography;
- Economics;
- Drama art.
Accommodation, meals, prices
International pupils live on the school grounds in residences. The school residence is a residential complex of 11 houses, in which students and managers live. Each house has:
- Laundry room;
- Kitchen;
- Common areas;
- Music rehearsal rooms;
- Computer center.
Activities Cheltenham Ladies 'College girls' school
Cheltenham School is one of the few in Britain to offer three professional winter sports: lacrosse, netball and hockey. Competitions are held every week. The educational institution has 30 sports sections, including:
- Cross country running;
- Trampoline jumping;
- Volleyball;
- Football;
- Basketball;
- Swimming;
- Fencing;
- Horseback riding;
- Pilates;
- Archery;
- Rounders;
- Fitness;
- Polo;
- Dancing.
It is worth mentioning the numerous hobby clubs where students can find activities to their liking:
- International community;
- Bridge players club;
- Debate club;
- Golf;
- Sculpture;
- Photo art;
- Martial arts;
- Astronomy;
- Cheerleading;
- Painting;
- Ceramics;
- Symphony Orchestra;
- Politics and history;
- Creative writing;
- Painting;
- Theatre.
The dance school offers various dance styles:
- Hip-hop;
- Ballet;
- Jazz;
- Tap dance;
- Modern.
Theater School - Drama can be studied as part of the curriculum or additionally:
- Performing arts;
- Makeup and costumes;
- Light and sound.
Music school - 65% of students attend music lessons, students can take an exam:
- 2 string orchestras;
- 5 choir divisions;
- Jazz band;
- Ensembles;
- Rock band;
- 2 symphony orchestras.
Facilities and equipment at Cheltenham Ladies 'College girls' school
The girls' school is located in the central part of Cheltenham. The city is known for its cultural and historical heritage and architecture; horse races, exhibitions and international festivals are regularly held here.
The location of the school from other cities in Britain:
- London = 2 hours train ride;
- Oxford = 1 hour train ride.
The school campus is carefully landscaped for the comfortable development and stay of girls at school:
- A magnificent sports complex with a gym, swimming pool and recreation areas is at the service of schoolgirls. The sports infrastructure includes tennis courts;
- Own observatory was built back in 1897;
- The music school occupies several floors with music classes;
- The Arts Center opened in 2009: £ 12.5 million was invested in its construction. It includes a theater, rehearsal rooms, a dance studio, an art gallery;
- The building in the Gothic style is considered one of the largest in the city, it hosts festive events, concerts and lectures;
- The campus is technically well equipped, there is Wi-Fi throughout the territory.
Admission dates and extra charges
Tuition fee includes:
- Accommodation;
- Meals;
- Training.
List of services to pay additionally to tuition fee:
- Transfers;
- Air tickets;
- Visa;
- Guardianship services;
- Registration fee;
- Refundable deposit;
- Insurance.
Entry requirements, how to apply, what is required to enrol
- Age - 11, 12, 13 and 16 years old;
- Entry exams.
Institution on the map
Residence permits, citizenship and other services
- Guardianship services during the studies
- Student supervision
Review about Cheltenham Ladies 'College girls' school
Recommendations on when to apply
| Language courses, schools and children's language camps | Primary and secondary education - private schools | Preparation programmes for entering universities - higher education | Higher education (after completing accredited programs A-level, IB, High School) - Bachelor, Master, MBA |
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