Cheltenham College overhauls boarding options from September 2027

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 25 Oct, 06:02 · Archive

Cheltenham College will introduce five new day and boarding pathways from September 2027, aiming to provide greater choice and flexibility to families. The new options are Day, Extended Day, Flexi Boarding, Weekly Boarding, and Full Boarding, offering a range from daily attendance to full-term boarding.

Head Chris Townsend said: 'Families' lives are changing, and we want Cheltenham to offer greater choice and flexibility while protecting everything that makes a Cheltenham education so special.' He added that the new pathways would 'open up the College experience to a wider range of families, while Full Boarding will remain at the heart of our community.'

The school said the changes are designed to reflect the 'evolving needs' of modern families while maintaining the core Cheltenham College experience. Full Boarding will continue to provide a seven-day immersive experience, with other pathways offering varying levels of flexibility. Townsend emphasised that 'whatever pathway a family chooses, every pupil will be fully part of the life, opportunities, and ambition of Cheltenham College.'

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