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September
From CLC to Chief Airworthiness Engineer: A career in engineering
From CLC and studying study Physics at Oxford to Chief Airworthiness Engineer, alumna Belinda Swain writes about her career at Rolls-Royce, including her work on the Typhoon fighter aircraft and leading the team designing, testing and certifying four engines in the UK.
Guild
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
Summer Successes in Sport
Over the summer, pupils achieved outstanding successes across a range of sports, including tennis, hockey, dance and athletics.
Sport Department
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
From Art to Psychotherapy: Exploring what it means to be human
"Exploring what it means to be human has been the backbone of my artistic practice". Guild member Sara Lavelle talks about her path to becoming an artist, from studying at CLC, Falmouth and Brighton, through to motherhood and her new psychotherapy training.
Guild
Celebrating Top A Level, IB and GCSE Results 2026
Over the summer, we celebrated pupils’ outstanding A Level, IB and GCSE results.
A Levels
August
CLC Celebrates GCSE Results 2026
Pupils at Cheltenham Ladies’ College are celebrating outstanding GCSE results today, with 9/8/A* grades making up more than two thirds (71%) of results. By far the most common grade among pupils was the highest possible grade 9, accounting for almost half (45%) of results.
Results
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
July
Naturopathic Medicine: Creating a more vital and joyful life
"The aim essentially is to get people to lead a more vital and joyful life." Guild member Dr Aparna Prinja talks about her path to setting up her own business, from joining CLC and studying to become a doctor, to publishing her book 'Plant Milk Power' and founding AharaLife.
Guild
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)
Students Celebrate Top IB Results 2026
Pupils at Cheltenham Ladies’ College are celebrating exceptional International Baccalaureate (IB) results, with an average point score of 40.6, equivalent to four A* grades at A Level.
Results
June
World-leading advances in genomic selection
By the age of eleven, alumna Jennie Pryce knew she wanted to be a geneticist. She talks about her journey into the field of dairy genetics and world-leading research.
Guild
Celebrating Chemistry Highlights and Successes
The Summer Term saw a flurry of Chemistry competitions that challenged students to showcase their knowledge of Chemistry and problem-solving skills.
Chemistry Department
LC2 Camp
On Monday 8th June, LC2s set off for the Pioneer Centre in Cleobury Mortimer for the annual LC2 Camp.
Outdoor Ed Department
Celebrating Modern Languages Successes
Last week saw some brilliant successes across ML competitions, including the Anthea Bell Prize for Young Translators, the Routes Into Languages Translation Bee and the Oxford University 2026 French Flash Fiction competition.
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Celebrating Our Alumnae in Literature
Our Guild community continues to achieve outstanding success in the literary world, showcasing the breadth of skill, talent and ambition that define CLC.
Guild
LC1 and LC2 Scholars' Recital
The LC1/LC2 Scholars’ Recital took place in the Council Room on Friday lunchtime, showcasing the exceptional talents of three of our Music Scholars.
Music Department
A Surgical Elective in Cuba: Clinical, Cultural, & Personal Insights
What does it mean to be a globally minded doctor? Guild member Chloe Corbett shares her thoughts on her general surgery elective in Cuba.
Guild
Greenpower Racing – Bedford Heat 2026
Over the weekend, the Greenpower team set off for an exciting day of racing at the Bedford Autodrome.
EET Department
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
May
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
Spring Concert 2026
Enjoy a recording of the fantastic performances from last term’s Spring Concert.
Music Department
April
CLC x St Hilda’s East Weekend Highlights
Last weekend marked our very first SHE-CLC weekend, and what a fantastic start it was.
Partnerships and Volunteering
"Is this what Cheltenham gave us?" Guild Members' Trip to Peru
Eight CLC alumnae from across four decades, set out on a 10‑day adventure through Peru.
Guild
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
Introducing our new brand approach
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
UK Maths Competition 2026
As part of our Maths Enrichment Programme, twelve students from LC2 and LC3 were selected to take part in a series of Friday morning sessions.
Maths Department
Sports Roundup 1st April 2026
This roundup from our Sport Department features Dance, Swimming, Basketball, Badminton, Tennis, Squash, Hockey, Lacrosse, Netball, and Golf.
Sport Department