Cheltenham College is an international school in Cheltenham, United Kingdom.
Location & getting here
Historic market town with a prosperous character; home to the prestigious Cheltenham College and strong cultural institutions, well-connected for international families.
Nearest airports
Framed for international families — drive times are from the school, not the city centre.
| Airport | Distance | Drive from school | International note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham | 66 km | ~96 min | BHX — Midlands gateway |
| Luton | 117 km | ~162 min | LTN — European and budget carriers |
| Heathrow | 122 km | ~169 min | LHR — gateway for Bangkok, Singapore, Hong Kong, Dubai |
NanaSays Scorecard
Scholarships Available
Key facts
Fees & the true cost of attendance
Published fees · inclusive of VAT
| Phase | Per term | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Day (Years 9-11) | £14,749.2 | £44,247.6 |
| Boarder (Years 9-11) | £19,645.2 | £58,935.6 |
| Day (Years 12-13) | £15,269.4 | £45,808.2 |
| Boarder (Years 12-13) | £20,165.4 | £60,496.2 |
| Day Boarding Supplement | £3,235.68 | £9,707.04 |
Budget beyond the sticker price. Assume the real annual spend is 5–15% higher than the headline fee. Hidden costs typically include: registration fee, acceptance deposit (usually one term's fees, refundable at the end of schooling), uniform + sports kit, trips and expeditions, individual music tuition, exam entry fees, travel to/from home.
Ask the Bursar for a sample "all-in" first-year invoice before committing.
Merit-based scholarships (6 types)
ℹ️ This school has not published the exact % fee remission for each award. Ask the admissions team directly — typical independent school scholarships range from 5% to 50% of fees.
What Makes This School Different
Academic Results
Admissions
| Entry point | Assessment | Assessment date | Registration deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13+ (Year 9) | Common Entrance Exams (June) or Cheltenham College 13+ Entrance Exams (November Year 8); Academic Scholarship Exams (February Year 8) | June / November | Registration fee £240 payable on completion of online form |
| 14+ (Year 10) | Cheltenham College 14+ Entrance Exams | November | Registration fee £240 payable on completion of online form |
| 16+ (Year 12 Sixth Form) | Cheltenham College 16+ Entrance Exams and Academic Scholarship Exams | November | Registration fee £240 payable on completion of online form |
How to apply
- Complete online registration form and pay £240 registration fee
- Sit entrance examinations (date depends on entry point)
- Receive conditional offer following exam results
- Pay deposit and formal acceptance by specified deadline
- Provide required documentation (passport, birth certificate, school reports)
What you'll need to submit
- Online registration form
- Passport
- Birth Certificate
- Latest School Report
- Confidential school reference
Open events
- Open Mornings held on Saturdays throughout the year
- Sixth Form Open Morning (Saturday, typically September/October)
Scholarships: Scholarships available at 13+ and 16+ entry (Academic, Art, Drama, Music, Sport)
Admissions contact: [email protected] / 01242 265600
Registration is non-refundable. For entry into Year 9, pupils from Prep School may require additional £750 deposit. Sibling discount: 10% on net fees for third and subsequent children.
Why Families Choose
- Sport
- Academic