Cheltenham College Lombardy

Cheltenham College Lombardy is strategically sited 5 km from the bustling historical Northern Italian city of Varese, in the small town of Induno Olona between Lake Varese and Lake Lugano.

Safe and secure, set within its extensive grounds, Cheltenham College Lombardy (CCL) is housed in a large mansion built in the XVIII century. The building has retained its original splendour, whilst being fully equipped to offer premium educational facilities. Milan’s three international airports are within an hour’s travelling distance and the area offers extensive travel opportunities to Switzerland, France and other areas in Southern Europe. The Lakes Region has a fantastic natural beauty, with water and alpine-based activities available everywhere. The historical richness of the country as a whole also add to the cultural development of CCL pupils.

About the Head

Dr Steven Geraghty brings a wealth of leadership experience to the school; a distinguished educator with headships across the world, including the UK, Portugal, the Caribbean, the Middle East, and South-East Asia. He has worked with multiple curricula, including the UK, US, and International Baccalaureate systems. His most recent international experience was as Education Director for a large academy chain in Kuwait, interspersed with advisory and inspection roles in the UK. Prior to these, Dr. Geraghty served as Executive Principal for a large academy chain in the UAE, where he led the development and management of five schools, including overseeing two new school builds and start-ups. His previous experience includes significant leadership roles in the Cayman Islands and Brunei, where he managed the establishment of a new high school and the transition to a new multi-million dollar boarding school build respectively. He holds a doctorate in didactics from UNISA, NPQH from the University of Manchester, and a PGCE from the University of Leeds. He is married, with a wife and two daughters who are also educators, reflecting his commitment to nurturing the potential of each young person and the importance of a good education.

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Curriculum for Cheltenham College, Lombardy

The initial curriculum offer will be for Years 7, 8 and 9 (Grades 6, 7 and 8), with these students moving through to Year 13 (Grade 12) in future years. Our Key Stage 3 programme is thoughtfully designed to provide a well-rounded and rigorous educational experience, rooted in the internationally recognised British Curriculum. This program seamlessly integrates academic subjects with the opportunity for extra-curricular and co-curricular enrichment activities, not only within the school, but also utilising Italy’s rich mix of history, environment and culture, cultivating not only students’ academic knowledge and understanding but also nurturing their critical thinking skills and social development.

The Middle Years in Secondary school are pivotal in your child’s educational journey, where they not only deepen their proficiency in core subjects but also cultivate their passions. Our Key Stage 3 study programme is designed to nurture the ability to think for themselves and instil in our students a sense of global citizenship. Our dedicated team of highly qualified educators are wholeheartedly committed to the holistic development of each student, and the positive, dynamic learning environment will assure their continued personal growth and future academic achievement.

Available Core Subjects

Maths
English
The Sciences
Classics
Italian
Humanities
Art
DT
Music
Drama

Boarding at Cheltenham College, Lombardy

Boarding at CCL is all about forming a caring community, where our boarders and experienced house staff will come together to create a loving and inclusive home away from home. Our core values are centred on care, compassion, and trust. We encourage every member in boarding to be patient, responsible and kind. The school will be home to students and staff from around the world, learning to live with people who are both similar and different in numerous ways. This develops empathy, interpersonal skills, and understanding of others, all of which are all crucial in becoming independent global citizens.

The boarding wings will be separated by gender. Both wings provide a range of socialising spaces tailored to different age groups. Boarding staff work across both and the same core values and structures are shared by all. Boarding students will be supported by qualified supervisory staff to ensure that they have their needs met on a daily basis. Teachers will also support students in their academic development during the week’s “Study Time”, while others will help with Extended Learning activities. Throughout the week and on weekends, students will be offered a variety of options in sports, music, drama, and cultural activities. On weekends, there will be optional trips out around the ‘Lakes’ area.