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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
March
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
Retro Games Evening
The LC3 Retro Games evening was just brilliant…“We loved it! It was such fun!” is the feedback we have had from our LC3s who came to the event we hosted last Saturday. It seems the visiting boys and staff from Radley College thoroughly enjoyed the occasion as well.
Co-curricular
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
World Book Day 2026
This year’s World Book Day at CLC brought it all, from themed Prayers, a dazzling ‘Costume Catwalk’ down the Marble Corridor, competitive Kahoots!, a Quiz, and a ‘Guess Who?’ challenge, to name but a few. Read all the highlights from the week from our Head of English and our English Reps.
English 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 STEM Racing Teams Impress at Regional Final
Four STEM Racing teams delivered outstanding performances at the Shropshire Regional Final.
Co-curricular
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
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
New structure for Lower and Upper College Divisions
From September 2026, College’s Lower and Upper College structure is changing. This development comes about as a result of an extensive review to consider how best to enhance pupil experience and learning.
Year 7-8 (Lower College)
February
Renishaw Visit
On Thursday 12th February, EET students welcomed a team from Renishaw PLC for an inspiring STEM show-and-tell and Q&A session. Read highlights from the day from one of our pupils below.
EET Department
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)
Celebrating our Alumnae in STEM
Our Guild community continues to excel across STEM, showcasing the breadth of skill, talent and ambition that define our CLC community.
Guild
Chemistry Race 2026
On Saturday 7th February, five SFC chemists travelled to Rugby School to take part in the sixth annual Chemistry Race - an exciting opportunity to put their far beyond A Level / IB chemistry skills to the test.
Chemistry Department
Careers Networking
We recently held our first CLC Careers Networking Event with schools across the Cheltenham Education Partnership.
PGC
January
Chemistry Olympiad 2026
On Wednesday 28th January, 50 girls from UC5-SFC2 opted in to sit the UK Chemistry Olympiad, the leading chemistry competition for students in Britain, a unique opportunity for students to push themselves further and excel in chemistry.
Chemistry Department
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)
Community Giving 2026
Our Head of College, Mrs Jemima Edney, will be running the London Marathon on 26th April to fundraise for our incredible charity partner St Hilda’s East (SHE).
Co-curricular
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
LC3 Music Scholars’ Concert 2026
Following last week’s UC4 Scholars’ Recital, the LC3 Music Scholars’ Concert showcased our seven Music Award holders in an equally impressive display.
Co-curricular
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)
Paper Birds Drama Workshop
On Tuesday, all UC4 Drama students participated in a workshop led by a professional practitioner from the theatre company Paper Birds.
Drama Department
Celebrating our Alumnae in The Arts
Our Guild community continues to achieve outstanding success across the arts, demonstrating the exceptional breadth of skill, talent and ambition that make our fantastic CLC community.
Guild
Bebras Computational Thinking Challenge 2025
In the latter half of the Autumn Term, students took part in the 2025 UK Bebras Computational Thinking Challenge. This is a timed challenge that consists of a set of short tasks that are fun, engaging, and based on real problems faced by computer scientists.
Computing Department
December
Technovation Semi-Finalists 2025
CLC's HerProsperity Team has been selected as one of the semi-finalists in the Technovation Girls’ Competition, the only team qualified from the United Kingdom.
Computing Department
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
Dance Showcase 2025
Last week, the Dance Department brought the timeless fairy tale of Cinderella to life in a dazzling production that combined humour, heart and a touch of magic.
Dance Department
Co-curricular: Confidence, resilience and independence
In this episode of our Fearless Conversations Podcast, Co-curricular Director, Mr James Pothecary, reflects on the breadth, purpose and impact of co-curricular life at CLC.
Co-curricular
November
Forum 42: Sophie Harker
On Monday 10th November, we had the pleasure of welcoming Sophie Harker for the second time. Sophie is a British engineer and aerodynamicist, and more recently, in her own words, “a professional juggler” due to the project she is currently managing.
Forum42