Upper College Highlights

Upper College Highlights

The wonderful opportunities available in Upper College encourage pupils to think independently and question fearlessly.

Brave Hearts

In Upper College, students develop voice and oracy skills – practising discussion, debate, persuasion, negotiation and presentation, learning the skills to listen, challenge, and respond.

Whether it is leading a co-curricular club, taking part in public speaking and debating, or performing on stage, Upper College students are supported to develop the confidence to let their voices be heard.

From The Feed

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House Music 2026
House Music once again demonstrated why it remains one of the most anticipated and inspiring events in our calendar.
Upper College Brave Hearts
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CLC Students Interview Bestselling Author and Activist Laura Bates
During Laura Bates's visit to College, CLC student English Reps had the opportunity to sit down with Laura and take part in a Q&A.
Upper College Brave Hearts
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TEDx CLC Women
The TEDx CLC Women event was a memorable and thought-provoking experience centred around the theme ‘The Edge of Knowing’, exploring the space where curiosity meets uncertainty.
Upper College Brave Hearts
Strong Values

We are shaping compassionate, global citizens of the future.

Students have many opportunities to build on their leadership skills by taking on roles in Upper College, where they begin to influence the community around them rather than simply participating in it.

From The Feed

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CLC welcomes global author, feminist, and activist Laura Bates
Last week, CLC welcomed best-selling author, feminist, and activist, Laura Bates to give a talk outlining her experiences, research and advice to students.
Upper College Strong Values
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Social Action Roundup Summer Term 2026
Take a look back at this term’s Social Action highlights from a colour run, language outreach workshops, and collaborative art exhibition, to Duke of Edinburgh volunteering activities, and a range of student-led initiatives.
Upper College Strong Values
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'In Bloom' Art Exhibition
In Bloom is an intergenerational collaborative project that brings together two communities: St Hilda’s East and Cheltenham Ladies’ College. The exhibition features postcard-sized artworks created by LC3 and UC4 pupils alongside members of St Hilda’s East Older People’s Group, Feeling Good.
Upper College Strong Values
Inquisitive Minds

CLC students are ambitious for their futures, and in Upper College, students are supported to find courage in intellectual curiosity and build self-belief that will see them through their GCSEs and beyond.

Students visit the Professional Guidance Centre (PGC) for one-to-one meetings, which support their choice of subjects for GCSE study, increase awareness of the world of work, and begin the process of developing the skills necessary for applying to universities and jobs.

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CLC US Futures Programme Launch
This year, the PGC launched the CLC US Futures Programme, a four-year pathway supporting students from UC4-SFC2 who want to explore university options in the US.
Upper College Inquisitive Minds
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Higher Education and Careers Fair 2026
Before half term, the Professional Guidance Centre held their annual Higher Education and Careers Fair providing an inspiring and informative experience offering valuable insights into a wide range of future pathways for pupils in UC4-SFC1.
Upper College Inquisitive Minds
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National Careers Week 2026
Our Professional Guidance Centre (PGC) has been busy celebrating National Careers Week (NCW) this year with a host of events, engaging pupils in activities that will help them with their plans for the future.
Upper College Inquisitive Minds

Beyond Upper College

Building on the curiosity, courage, and confidence developed in Upper College, Sixth Form pupils delve deeper into subjects of interest during their A Levels or IB pathway.

Pupils go on to diverse courses in some of the best universities in the UK, US, and globally, and also join one of the world’s most extensive women’s clubs, CLC Guild, a network of 9,000 alumnae across the world.

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Introducing our Class of 2027 Prefects: What does Leadership mean to you?
We're excited to introduce our Prefects for the CLC Class of 2027. We spoke to them about what inspired them to apply to become a Prefect, why leadership roles are important and what they are looking forward to the most this year.
Beyond Upper College
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Celebrating University Destinations Class of 2026
Our Class of 2026, have secured places at a range of top institutions across the world.
Beyond Upper College
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Inside CLC: "I feel emboldened to try new things without fear of judgement"
We spoke to one of our Sixth Form students about what they love most about CLC, school slang, their favourite teacher and the funniest thing that has happened at school.
Beyond Upper College
  • For Fearless
  • Futures
  • Thinking
  • Innovation
  • Enterprise
  • Creativity
  • Women
  • Questions
  • Ideas
  • Friendships
  • Minds
  • Learning
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