Life Boarding Junior Boarding

Glenlee

Glenlee was College's first purpose-built boarding house, finished in 1901. However, Glenlee was initially established in 1886 in what is now Malmaision Hotel on Bayshill Road.

Glenlee has a fascinating history, from the ichthyosaurus skeleton found while building the foundations, to its use as an American Army hospital during WW2.

Today, it is a modern boarding house, which is spacious inside and out, and the pupils take great advantage of the outdoor space, with a back garden that opens onto the College Health and Fitness Centre grounds.

Glenlee Boarding House at Cheltenham Ladies' College

About Glenlee

Houseparent: Mrs Claire Jenkinson
Junior House (11-16 years olds)
10 minute walk to College
Established in 1886

From the Houseparent

“Having taught PE and maths at College as a young teacher it is a great privilege to have returned as Houseparent of Glenlee. I am an experienced Houseparent, and have enjoyed pastoral roles in boarding schools throughout my career. I very much enjoy playing a small part in the journeys of young people, sharing their successes and supporting more challenging times too.

Glenlee is a vibrant community that values empathy and tolerance. Glenlee girls are thoughtful and ambitious and understand that excellence and kindness can go hand in hand. Glenlee provides a 'home-from-home' atmosphere and the experienced staff team ensure that each member of the House feels properly known, understood and valued.

The Glenlee community is fun-loving and enjoys embracing opportunity and getting involved in everything, from House competitions and events to whole school initiatives.

We look forward to welcoming you to Glenlee!”