The Feed
Academic Scholars' Conference 2026
We recently hosted the annual SFC2 Academic Scholars’ Conference, where scholars presented their summer research projects, undertaken with a professional mentor from industry or higher education.
Define
Sixth Form Centre: Construction Update
Work on the Zarith Sofiah Centre, CLC's new world-leading Sixth Form Centre, is well underway with structural alterations taking place.
Year 12-13 (Sixth Form)
The IB Diploma Collaborative Science Project
SFC1 IB students recently completed their Collaborative Science Project, a key component of the IB Diploma Programme. The project provides students with an opportunity to work together to investigate a real-world issue through the lens of the scientific method.
Year 12-13 (Sixth Form)
CLC US Futures Programme Talks Highlights
This term has seen an exciting start to the CLC US Futures Programme, with students benefitting from a series of admissions talks and webinars delivered by representatives from leading US universities.
Year 12-13 (Sixth Form)
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.
Year 12-13 (Sixth Form)
New Sixth Form Centre named in honour of Her Majesty Raja Zarith Sofiah, Queen of Malaysia
Cheltenham Ladies’ College has received a landmark benefaction to create the Zarith Sofiah Centre, its new Sixth Form Centre, named in honour of Her Majesty Raja Zarith Sofiah, Queen of Malaysia, who studied at the College for five years in the 1970s.
Year 12-13 (Sixth Form)
House Music 2026
House Music once again demonstrated why it remains one of the most anticipated and inspiring events in our calendar.
Music Department
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.
Student Voice
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.
Fearless Conversations
Students achieve highest marks in the UK
All our pupils received fantastic results this summer, with seven pupils achieving the highest marks in the country across A Level, IB and GCSE.
Celebrating Courage
Celebrating University Destinations Class of 2026
Our Class of 2026, have secured places at a range of top institutions across the world.
Results
Celebrating Top A Level, IB and GCSE Results 2026
Over the summer, we celebrated pupils’ outstanding A Level, IB and GCSE results.
A Levels
CLC Celebrates A Level Results 2026
Pupils at Cheltenham Ladies’ College are celebrating exceptional A Level results today, with A* - A grades making up more than two thirds (69%) of results and destinations including Cambridge, Durham, Oxford and UCL in the UK, and Brown and Cornell in the US.
Results
Top Tips for Joining CLC at Sixth Form
Head of Sixth Form, Dr Victoria Sherwood shares her advice for new students and parents joining CLC.
Year 12-13 (Sixth Form)
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.
Fearless Conversations
Leavers Ball 2026
Our SFC2 leavers, Class of 2026, along with their parents and guests, had a spectacular evening at this year’s Leavers’ Ball.
Year 12-13 (Sixth Form)
Achievements Roundup Summer Term 2026
This term, CLC students have continued to demonstrate exceptional curiosity and commitment, achieving remarkable success across a range of disciplines.
Year 12-13 (Sixth Form)
Brain Day 2026
On Monday 29th June all SFC1 Biology and Psychology students were treated to Brain Day with Dr Guy Sutton of Medical Biology Interactive.
Biology Department
Visit to JCA London Fashion Academy
This week a group of students travelled to London for a visit at the JCA London Fashion Academy, founded by Professor Jimmy Choo.
EET Department
Print Workshops with artist Katherine Jones
This week, we welcomed artist Katherine Jones (RA), who delivered a series of inspiring printmaking workshops to LC3 art students and UC4 and SFC1 art scholars.
Art Department
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
History Olympiad European Champions 2026
Over the half term break, three SFC1 students were crowned European Champions at the International History Olympiad in Berlin. Making CLC the first ever female single-sex school to win at this level and the first all-female team to win since 2013!
Celebrating Courage
"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)
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
Introducing our Fearless Futures Ambassadors
As they stepped out of their comfort zone to take on their new roles for the first time, we asked our Sixth Formers and Fearless Futures Ambassadors, Isla, Zahra, Sarah, Helena and Kip, about what courage and fearlessness means to them.
Fearless Conversations
Upcycled Fashion Show 2026
Our annual Upcycled Fashion Show took place on Thursday 12th March. We saw nearly 50 outfits made and modelled by students from LC1 to SFC2.
Art 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
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
Art Scholars' Exhibition 2026
On Wednesday 11th February, we had an incredible evening in the PAC, where Art Scholars were given the opportunity to showcase their work and express their creativity.
Academic
Early Offers From UK Universities
The dedication and hard work that our Sixth Form students have put into their university applications is truly paying off, with over 370 offers already received.
Year 12-13 (Sixth Form)
Sixth Form Centre: New Designs Unveiled
All spaces in our world-leading Sixth Form Centre have been conceived as forward-thinking, open and aspirational learning environments, designed to mirror the expectations, independence and intellectual culture of a university setting.
Year 12-13 (Sixth Form)
Early Offers From the US
This academic year, a total of 43 students applied to universities in the United States, including four members of the Class of 2025 who submitted post‑qualification applications.
Year 12-13 (Sixth Form)
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.
Celebrating Courage
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
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
A Level Results 2025
Pupils at Cheltenham Ladies’ College are celebrating exceptional A Level results today, with A* grades making up around a third (35%) of grades.
A Levels
IB Results 2025
Pupils at Cheltenham Ladies’ College are celebrating excellent International Baccalaureate (IB) results, with an average point score of 38.9, equivalent to three A* grades at A Level.
IB
Students Present Sensory Garden Project at Sustainability Showcase
Ten SFC1 students took part in the recent Cheltenham Education Partnership (CEP) Changemakers Showcase, an event bringing together students from ten local schools to share sustainability projects they’ve been working on throughout the year.
Co-curricular
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