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Geography Trip to Cheddar Gorge
The Geography Department took LC2 pupils to Cheddar Gorge to investigate the impacts of tourism on the location.
Geography Department
Psychology Week
Last week we celebrated Psychology Week at College with an array of events and activities.
Psychology Department
Da Vinci Project
On Friday 12th June, our LC2 students proudly presented the culmination of their Da Vinci Project, a highlight of the LC2 enrichment programme. Throughout this inspiring journey, students have explored how different types of knowledge connect to create a deeper, richer understanding of the world around them.
Co-curricular
Celebrating Giving Day 2026
Thank you to everyone who contributed to a fantastic Giving Day 2026. Your time, participation and, of course, donations made for an inspirational day of fundraising for bursaries and celebrating our diverse community.
Bursaries (Beale Awards)
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.
PGC
Supporting Bursaries: "CLC gives every girl a platform to find their place in the world"
We spoke to alumna and former parent Pippa Robinson about the importance of supporting bursaries at CLC.
Bursaries (Beale Awards)
"A full and equal experience": Georgia's Story
We spoke to alumna Georgia about what it was like to receive a Beale Award (bursary) and what life has been like since leaving CLC 10 years ago
Bursaries (Beale Awards)
"Belief begins to build": A Story of Transformational Bursaries
We spoke to Erin about receiving her Beale Award (bursary). She told us "the award did far more than provide financial support [... it] opened the door to both an education and a community that is constantly shaping my life every day".
Bursaries (Beale Awards)
"Everything changed in the best way possible": Erin's Story
We spoke to Erin about receiving her Beale Award (bursary). She told us "the award did far more than provide financial support [... it] opened the door to both an education and a community that is constantly shaping my life every day".
Bursaries (Beale Awards)
Those Who Dare
Last week, we held our Those Who Dare event, welcoming guest speakers from all parts of our College community for an insightful afternoon of networking.
PGC
The University Guys International Universities Fair
Last week, Upper College and Sixth Form students were invited to an International Universities Fair hosted at College to broaden their understanding of global higher education opportunities.
PGC
CLC receives ‘Significant Strength’ accolade from Independent Schools’ Inspection
We are very proud to announce that the ISI’s recently published inspection report has provided formal recognition of the value of our educational approach and outcomes. In a highly positive set of findings, College was not only found to be fully compliant in all areas, but also received the rare accolade of a Significant Strength.
Celebrating Courage
Geography Week 2026
During the last week of Spring Term, we celebrated Geography Week with an array of activities and events. Read on for all the highlights from the week.
Geography Department
French Week 2026
From 16th to 20th March, we celebrated la semaine de la Francophonie (Francophonie Week). It was filled with energy, curiosity, and plenty of fun as students took part in a wide range of cultural activities.
Campus Life
Wizard’s Den Computing Challenge
LC1 Students were challenged to develop an inventive response to demonstrate their computing skills in last week’s magical Wizard’s Den Challenge.
Nurturing Curiosity
Geography Round Up: Is our climate truly on the brink?
Earlier this week, as part of the Humanities Lecture Series, Mrs Brewis from the Geography Department delivered a timely and insightful talk on the question: Is our climate truly on the brink?
Geography Department
School Archives Day 2026
We celebrated ‘School Archives Day’ and the preservation of the history and heritage of CLC, as we continue to collect and preserve records of the past, but also document the achievements of the girls and the activities that make our school vibrant.
Co-curricular
Geography Citizen Science Society: Monsoon Voyages
Earlier this week, as part of the Humanities Lecture Series, Mrs Brewis from the Geography Department delivered a timely and insightful talk on the question: Is our climate truly on the brink?
Geography Department
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.
PGC
CLC Welcomes Clare Balding
Last week, we welcomed Clare Balding to College for two incredible talks. Read on for highlights from Sixth Form pupils and Mrs Isaac, Social Action Mentor.
Partnerships and Volunteering
Careers Networking
We recently held our first CLC Careers Networking Event with schools across the Cheltenham Education Partnership.
PGC
Hauser & Wirth Art Trip
Last week, our LC3 sculpture students and UC4 art scholars visited Hauser & Wirth, Somerset, to see the ‘Niki de Saint Phalle & Jean Tinguely, Myths & Machines’ exhibition.
Academic
UC4 Maths in Action Trip
On Wednesday 12th November, over 50 UC4 students travelled to Warwick University for the GCSE Maths in Action event.
Maths Department
Politics & Crime Talks With Bishop Rachel
On Wednesday 12th November, over 50 UC4 students travelled to Warwick University for the GCSE Maths in Action event.
Co-curricular
Introducing 'Psyched!' CLC's Psychology Magazine
Ever wondered why we like certain colours? What causes FOMO? Or why people lie? These are precisely the kinds of questions that Psyched!, CLC's psychology magazine, sets out to explore.
Co-curricular
Adventure Days
Over the last couple of weeks, LC1 and LC3 pupils spent time at Boundless Outdoors UK and Blackwell Adventure building on their confidence, having fun and growing their friendships away from College.
Co-curricular
Art Scholars’ Workshop
On Saturday 4th October 2025, SFC1 students and Art Scholars took part in a workshop with the artist Jeanette Barnes, who works with charcoal to produce vast and exciting cityscapes.
Academic
Rivers Field Trip
Earlier this week, as part of the Humanities Lecture Series, Mrs Brewis from the Geography Department delivered a timely and insightful talk on the question: Is our climate truly on the brink?
Geography Department
London History of Art Trip
On Wednesday 18th of June, the SFC1 History of Art cohort embarked on a trip to London, immersing themselves in the rich culture that the city has to offer.
Campus Life
Scholar History of Art Talk
On Wednesday 21st May, the Lower College Art and Academic Scholars were in for a special treat. We gathered together for an introductory talk about History of Art from Dr Lee Beard.
Campus Life
Berlin History Trip
From 2nd to 5th May 2025, 42 GCSE History students accompanied by five members of staff embarked on an unforgettable educational trip to Berlin, immersing themselves in the city’s rich and complex past.
Campus Life
Psychology Tutor2U Workshop
Ever wondered why we like certain colours? What causes FOMO? Or why people lie? These are precisely the kinds of questions that Psyched!, CLC's psychology magazine, sets out to explore.
Co-curricular
History of Art Trip to The Wilson Art Gallery
On Wednesday 8th January, during our History of Art lesson, we took a trip to The Wilson Art Gallery in Cheltenham to view Into Abstraction: Modern British Art and the Landscape.
Campus Life