Cheltenham Prep

AGES 3-13

Cheltenham College

AGES 13-18

Welcome to Cheltenham College

“If you want to do well, this is the school that will help you do even better. Regardless of whether it is academic achievement, sport, music or drama.”

Tatler Good Schools Guide 2026

With a brilliant reputation for academic excellence and developing pupils beyond the classroom, Cheltenham College is one of the country’s leading co-educational independent schools for boarding and day pupils aged 13–18. College has 750 pupils from around the UK and beyond and is in the heart of Regency Cheltenham Spa, blending a rich history with modern facilities and technologies. Cheltenham Prep School has 450 pupils, 40 of which are boarders, and is the largest Prep School in Cheltenham – often described as ‘a country Prep School campus in a town’.

Cheltenham College and Prep focus on developing the whole person, ensuring pupils not only gain the qualifications they need but also the abilities and character to open doors later in life. Pupils are encouraged to take ownership of their own trajectory, inspiring self-understanding and self-confidence.

 

A cricket match is being played on a large green field at Cheltenham College and Prep, with players in dark kit, surrounded by historic stone buildings and trees under a partly cloudy sky.
A young girl wearing a green shirt and shorts is mid-air whilst performing a long jump over a sandpit on a sports field, with sports bags and two people visible in the background.
A student in a dark blazer stands speaking on the steps in front of an ornate altar in a chapel, whilst other students sit and listen. Gold candlesticks and patterned cloth decorate the altar behind him.
A group of choir children in red robes and white surplices stand in two lines facing each other, smiling and leaning inwards, inside a stone corridor with arched windows—one of Cheltenham Prep Spring Term Highlights 2026.
Three young women sing into microphones on an outdoor stage decorated with colourful artwork. They stand close together, each holding a microphone, surrounded by speakers and stage equipment, with greenery visible in the background.
Two women covered in mud run and smile, holding hands, after tackling the Cheltenham Prep Charity Mud Run, which supports Teenage Cancer Trust. Others crawl through a muddy pit as water sprays down, whilst spectators watch and take photos.
Three polo players on horseback compete in a match on a grassy pitch. Two players wear pink shirts and one wears white, all holding mallets and wearing helmets, with trees visible in the background.
A young person in a school uniform plays a trombone in a wood-panelled room, standing before a music stand with a piano and flowers, capturing the spirit of the Cheltenham Prep Music Competition Highlights Pupils’ Talent.
A man in a single scull rows on a river, with two other rowers in a double scull behind him. All are wearing sports kit, and green trees line the riverbank in the background.
Three young children in matching school uniforms sit on the floor indoors, smiling and holding a large snake. The girl in the centre looks at the camera, while the other two children focus on the snake.
A group of young adults dressed in formal attire pose for a photo in front of a large, ornate stone building with arched doors and gothic windows.
Prep Lakes
Four young people sit on modern outdoor furniture, smiling and talking in a garden setting with greenery and a building in the background. One person has their head down, partially hidden from view.
A young girl wearing a pink sports bib and blue sack takes part in a sack race on a grassy field, with other children and adults in the background.
Children in animal and fantasy costumes perform on stage during the Cheltenham Prep Drama Performance of Narnia. A girl in a white dress and crown stands at the front, while woodland creatures and wolves watch her against a painted forest backdrop.

Cheltenham College

Beyond & Above

Set within a stunning 72-acre campus, Cheltenham College offers an exceptional education where every pupil is encouraged to discover their strengths and pursue their ambitions.

At Cheltenham College, we believe the true measure of education is the progress each pupil makes, not simply where they start. This is reflected in our Sixth Form results, with government data placing our pupils in the top 5% nationally for academic progress.

With a choice of 22 GCSE subjects and more than 30 Sixth Form qualifications across A Levels, BTECs and Cambridge Technicals (CTECs), pupils have the freedom to tailor an education that reflects their strengths, interests and ambitions. Alongside over 100 societies, clubs and activities, and a welcoming community across our 11 boarding houses, every pupil is encouraged to explore new passions, build lasting friendships and thrive.

The best way to discover Cheltenham College is to experience it for yourself. Whether you join us for an Open Morning or arrange a private visit, you’ll have the opportunity to explore our beautiful campus, meet our pupils and staff, and gain a real insight into the warmth, ambition and sense of community that make Cheltenham College such a special place to learn and grow.

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The Prep

An Adventure in Education

Welcoming children aged 3–13, Cheltenham Prep provides an exceptional education across The Nursery School, Pre-Prep and The Prep. Every child is encouraged to discover their strengths, nurture their curiosity and develop the confidence and character to make the most of every opportunity.

Cheltenham Prep offers exceptional opportunities both inside and outside the classroom. Every child benefits from outdoor learning, helping them develop confidence and resilience. More than 20 sports teams and over 1,000 fixtures encourage pupils of all abilities to get involved, while around 90 music and drama productions each year provide countless opportunities to perform and build confidence.

Outstanding sports facilities, a thriving boarding community in Cade House and a wealth of co-curricular opportunities ensure every child can discover what inspires them.

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Start Your Journey

Every family's journey is unique, and we're here to help you find the right path. Contact our Admissions team to learn more about Cheltenham Prep and Cheltenham College, arrange a visit or discuss the admissions process.

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