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CLC receives ‘Significant Strength’ accolade from Independent Schools’ Inspection
We are very proud to announce that the ISI’s recently published inspection report has provided formal recognition of the value of our educational approach and outcomes. In a highly positive set of findings, College was not only found to be fully compliant in all areas, but also received the rare accolade of a Significant Strength.
Celebrating Courage
June
Cheltenham Education Partnership Young Designers Showcase 2026
Earlier this week, students showcased the garments they had created for the Young Designers project, run by the Cheltenham Education Partnership in conjunction with local organisation Lives Of Colour.
Cheltenham Education Partnership
Roman Catholic Confirmation 2026
We were delighted to prepare and support the confirmation of 11 girls from Cheltenham Ladies’ College who were confirmed into the Roman Catholic Church by Bishop Bosco on Saturday 23rd May.
Roman Catholic Confirmation 2026
UC4 Food and Nutrition Assesments
GCSE students have been busy producing a two-course meal for their summer assessments.
Food Department
History Olympiad European Champions 2026
Over the half term break, three SFC1 students were crowned European Champions at the International History Olympiad in Berlin. Making CLC the first ever female single-sex school to win at this level and the first all-female team to win since 2013!
Celebrating Courage
Tunnocks Teacake Competition
Students have been busy decorating Tunnocks teacakes for a national competition.
Food Department
UC4 River Field Trip
Before half term, the Geography Department took GCSE geography students on an exciting fieldwork trip to complete their river studies.
Geography Department
"Belief begins to build": A Story of Transformational Bursaries
We spoke to Erin about receiving her Beale Award (bursary). She told us "the award did far more than provide financial support [... it] opened the door to both an education and a community that is constantly shaping my life every day".
Bursaries (Beale Awards)
May
Guild Reunion 2026
We welcomed over 285 Guild and Honorary members back to College for their annual Guild Reunion on 16th May 2026. Alumnae ranged in age from 21 to 87, and joined us from 11 different countries.
Guild
Sport Roundup 22 May
Catch up on the latest sporting highlights featuring dance, athletics, badminton, cricket and more.
Sport Department
"Everything changed in the best way possible": Erin's Story
We spoke to Erin about receiving her Beale Award (bursary). She told us "the award did far more than provide financial support [... it] opened the door to both an education and a community that is constantly shaping my life every day".
Bursaries (Beale Awards)
Ensembles Concert: Music from the Movies
The Music from the Movies Concert brought together 140 performers and eight of College’s ensembles in a celebration of iconic film music.
Music Department
Those Who Dare
Last week, we held our Those Who Dare event, welcoming guest speakers from all parts of our College community for an insightful afternoon of networking.
PGC
Spring Concert 2026
Enjoy a recording of the fantastic performances from last term’s Spring Concert.
Music Department
Sport Roundup 15th May
Catch up on the latest sporting highlights featuring table tennis, equestrian and more.
Sport Department
UC4 History Trip to Berlin
Over the Bank Holiday weekend, the History department took 33 GCSE students in UC4 on a four-day trip to Berlin. We experienced, first-hand, many of the locations covered in lessons, both from the German and Cold War aspects of our curriculum.
History Department
Creative Arts Week
Creative Arts Week was a fun and creative opportunity for students to get involved in a range of artistic activities.
Art Department
Poetry Slam
Throughout the year, several students have taken part in an exciting Young Poets project, with the Cheltenham Education Partnership. This collaborative programme has brought together young writers from a variety of local schools, providing us with the opportunity to develop our performance poetry through a series of engaging and creative workshops.
English Department
Confirmation 2026
Last Saturday, we celebrated the joyful decision of sixteen girls to be confirmed in the Church of England.
Chaplaincy
Sport Roundup 8th May
Catch up on the latest highlights from sport featuring last weekend’s parent daughter tennis tournament, swimming, athletics, dance and lots more.
Sport Department
Enterprise 10 Challenge
Last term, pupils took part in an Economics challenge, gaining hands-on business experience by creating and selling products with a £10 budget.
Compassion & Collaboration
Charity Colour Run 2026
On Friday 1st May, students from LC1 to SFC2 took part in a vibrant Colour Run held on the HFC field in support of Doctors Without Borders.
Compassion & Collaboration
The University Guys International Universities Fair
Last week, Upper College and Sixth Form students were invited to an International Universities Fair hosted at College to broaden their understanding of global higher education opportunities.
PGC
Cheltenham Jazz Festival Performance
CLC’s Jazz Band gave a stunning performance at the Cheltenham Jazz Festival on Saturday 4th May.
Cheltenham Jazz Festival Performance
April
'In Bloom' Art Exhibition
In Bloom is an intergenerational collaborative project that brings together two communities: St Hilda’s East and Cheltenham Ladies’ College. The exhibition features postcard-sized artworks created by LC3 and UC4 pupils alongside members of St Hilda’s East Older People’s Group, Feeling Good.
Art Department
CLC x St Hilda’s East Weekend Highlights
Last weekend marked our very first SHE-CLC weekend, and what a fantastic start it was.
Partnerships and Volunteering
USA Hockey & Lacrosse Tour
Before Easter break, 32 students from LC3 and UC4 set off on what would become an unforgettable USA Hockey and Lacrosse Tour.
Sport Department
Sport Roundup 1st May 2026
Catch up on the latest sporting highlights featuring squash, table tennis, cricket, equestrian and lots more.
Sport Department
"Is this what Cheltenham gave us?" Guild Members' Trip to Peru
Eight CLC alumnae from across four decades, set out on a 10‑day adventure through Peru.
Guild
Support for families and pupils impacted by the proposed closure of Malvern St James
All at CLC are shocked and upset to read of the proposed closure of Malvern St James, and we would like to extend our thoughts and support to the whole school community, as they navigate this incredibly difficult time.
Admissions
Geography Week 2026
During the last week of Spring Term, we celebrated Geography Week with an array of activities and events. Read on for all the highlights from the week.
Geography Department