Join Year 7 as a Boarder

Welcome to Cheltenham Ladies’ College: a vibrant day and boarding school for girls aged 11-18, where each student is supported to flourish academically, socially and personally. Guided by dedicated teachers and tutors, and surrounded by a rich co-curricular life, your daughter will be nurtured and empowered through each stage of College to become a confident, compassionate individual in a community where girls thrive.

Joining CLC in Year 7

2026 Entry

If you're hoping to join us in September 2026, you're right on time. Now's the time to visit and register ahead of our entrance assessments in January 2026, so get in touch now!

2027 Entry onwards

If you're hoping to join us in September 2027, 2028 or beyond that, all you need to do for now is complete an enquiry form. This makes sure we have your details on file and can get in touch once the entry process for that year is confirmed.

How to apply

1
Complete an enquiry form & visit us
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Register
3
Sit our entrance assessments

Places are offered in the month after assessment - if you choose to accept your place, we'll send you details about starting at CLC.

Why CLC?

At Cheltenham Ladies’ College, we combine over 170 years of experience with a forward-looking approach to girls’ education. For those joining at 11+ as boarders, College offers a warm, supportive home-from-home where girls can grow in confidence, independence and curiosity within a vibrant and compassionate community.

Your daughter will benefit from exceptional teaching, world-class facilities and more than 160 co-curricular clubs and activities, all within easy reach of her Boarding House. Whether exploring science and technology, performing on stage, competing in sport or discovering new passions, every pupil is encouraged to make the most of their time at CLC - and have fun along the way.

Guided by a dedicated Housemistress and supported by caring staff, girls form lifelong friendships and learn to balance study, wellbeing and fun. This is a place full of opportunity, where boarders truly thrive.

Find Out More

A website can only give you a taste of a school, so come and visit us to see for yourself.

If you're considering 2026 entry, get in touch as soon as possible as the deadlines for our entrance assessments are approaching.

Alternatively, if you're considering entry in 2027 or beyond, book a place on one of our upcoming Open Days

NEW SIXTH FORM CENTRE - OPENING AUTUMN 2026

Our new Sixth Form Centre will provide innovative learning spaces, that prepare students for university, work and life. Find out more here.