HM Forces & FCDO
HM Forces Families
Cheltenham College has been supporting families serving in the British Armed Forces since 1841 and we offer full boarding from age 7 (Year 3) to age 18 (Year 13).
Military discounts for CEA – pay only 10% of the fees
For eligible families, the HM Forces’ Continuity of Education Allowance (CEA) provides assistance with the costs of boarding school fees.
Cheltenham College is committed to a fee policy that ensures maximum support for our HM Forces families.
A generous service discounts will be automatically awarded for boarding pupils eligible for the CEA. This means that families will contribute only 10% of the gross boarding fees (10% of the VAT inclusive termly fee).
Sibling discount will no longer be awarded to those in receipt of CEA in recognition of the substantial discount already provided. Scholarships and exhibitions awarded will be honorary and will not include additional fee remission.
Any optional extras (such as music lessons, learning support, or other chargeable activities) will be billed separately and are not included on the 10% contribution.
Military discounts for non-CEA
For parents or guardians who work in the military but are not eligible for the CEA, we offer a discount based in rank for both day pupils and boarders.
| Discount offered | Army rank | Navy rank | RAF rank |
| 25% | All ranks Captain and below | All ranks Lieutenant and below | All ranks Flt Lieutenant and below |
| 15% | All ranks Major and above |
Commodore; Captain; Commander
Lt Commander
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Air Commodore; Group Captain
Wing Commander; Squadron Leader
|
FCDO Discount
We offer a 15% discount to families where a parent or guardian works within the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.
Cheltenham Prep School (ages 3 to 13)
With around 40 Full Boarders, more than half of which have parents serving in the British Armed Forces , Cade House – the Prep School Boarding House – is a kind and caring home where every weekend is bustling and busy. Our boarders are aged between 7 and 13 years old.
A typical weekend involves Sport fixtures on a Saturday morning, followed by lunch and an afternoon of activities and trips. The evening is spent together in House – popular events include movie nights, bingo, House quiz, silent discos and more! Sundays are a lovely family day in the Boarding House.
To arrange a visit, call our Prep School Admissions team on 01242 265639.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cheltenham College (ages 13 to 18)
80% of our 730 pupils are boarders and so our boarding is a genuine Home from Home where pupils can study, relax, hang out with friends and enjoy all that College offers. Our boarders are 50:50 boys and girls and aged between 13 and 18 years old.
We have 9 boarding Houses and 2 day Houses and this includes six boys’ Houses and five girls’ Houses. All are located around the perimeter of the campus. Each House is led by a Housemaster or Housemistress who is resident in the House, something that helps to create a warm, family environment. They are supported by a team of resident and non-resident tutors and matrons.
Every House is a small, close-knit community and has a distinctive character all of its own. Each House has an equal amount of year groups within it, with pupils of all ages socialising, mentoring and supporting each other throughout College life. This creates an environment that helps pupils who are missing home and encourages strong friendships while also fostering a deep sense of House honour and loyalty.
Call 01242 265600 to speak to our Admissions Team.
