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We are delighted that after three wonderful years influencing our young performers in his role as Actor-in-Residence, West End star Dean Chisnall has become our Director of Performing Arts.
Pupils from the Sustainability Committee took the sermon in Chapel delivering a persuasive message to their peers on sustainability and how individual actions can contribute to a greener, brighter future for everyone.
The pupil-led Boarding Committee launched a new school-wide initiative on Wednesday 20 March, called the Inter-House Families Cup. Quizmaster Viggo (Year 12) recounts the first event.
Join us in extending a warm welcome to Jo Williams, who will be stepping into the role of Director of Football at Charterhouse.
Sisters Lucy and Violet played their first game for ISFA U14 Girls on 24 March. Congratulations as they now look forward to the international camp in August.
Jacob (Year 11) is one of the Top 11 winners of The Learning Network’s new “How To” Informational Writing Contest for Teenagers by The New York Times.
Nina Vere (C22) is our final guest speaker to join the panel for the upcoming live debate, Charterhouse Inspires on 7 May.
Academic
On Monday 18 March, the Politics Society was honoured to welcome Sir Laurie Bristow to School.
Pupils from the Sustainability Committee took the sermon in Chapel delivering a persuasive message to their peers on sustainability and how individual actions can contribute to a greener, brighter future for everyone.
Jacob (Year 11) is one of the Top 11 winners of The Learning Network’s new “How To” Informational Writing Contest for Teenagers by The New York Times.
Lecture Theatre was bursting at the seams for the latest guest speaker, geo-political journalist, author and broadcaster, Tim Marshall.
Dame Denise Lewis, a former Olympic heptathlon champion and one of the UK’s most successful ever athletes recently delivered an inspiring talk to Year 12 pupils.
Twenty-two Carthusians enthusiastically displayed their love for languages and performance by participating in this year's Verse Speaking Competition.
Edward and Michael (Year 12) were joint winners of the French interschool debating competition, competing against 9 other schools.
Members of the Feminist Society delivered a sermon in Chapel celebrating the achievements of women from around the world.
Creative Arts
A reflection on what has been a hugely productive and exciting term of music-making over in Music School.
We are delighted that after three wonderful years influencing our young performers in his role as Actor-in-Residence, West End star Dean Chisnall has become our Director of Performing Arts.
Year 12 art pupils and 'sew smart' pioneers embarked on an expedition to London's iconic Hayward Gallery to immerse themselves in the world of contemporary art at the exhibition, "When Forms Come Alive".
Year 13 pupil Bella was in the audience for Legally Blonde The Musical. She shares an insightful review offering a glimpse into the talent and magic showcased on stage.
A group budding art scholars and talented artists embarked on an enriching visit to the renowned glass artist Adam Aaronson.
Congratulations to our Piano Trio who have been awarded a place in the finals of the Pro Corda Chamber Music Festival.
Get ready for double the fun! We have not one, but two casts, two stage managers, and two technical crews, each performance promises to be a unique spectacle.
This year's House Art competition was a little different. Director of Art and Design, Helen Pinkney gives the lowdown.
Sport
Read the sport reports for the final week of term, including Friday Night Lights!
Join us in extending a warm welcome to Jo Williams, who will be stepping into the role of Director of Football at Charterhouse.
Sisters Lucy and Violet played their first game for ISFA U14 Girls on 24 March. Congratulations as they now look forward to the international camp in August.
Twelve keen and dedicated climbers took part in the annual Independent Schools Climbing Competition at the White Spider near Tolworth.
The CCF Navy section joined Tall Ships Youth Trust for an unbeatable sailing experience aboard their iconic 72ft ocean-going racing yachts.
It's been a really busy couple of weeks in the Sports Department with inter-House tournaments and matches against other schools happening both at home and away.
In the world of skiing, representing your club at a national championship is no small feat.
Congratulations to Year 9 pupil Lucy on her recent achievements in football. Her dedication to the sport has led to commendable accomplishments.
General
Mehmet (Year 13), Will (Year 13) and John Warren (Director of Outdoor Education) were invited to participate in the historic 'Payment of Dues' ceremony at the Tower of London.
The pupil-led Boarding Committee launched a new school-wide initiative on Wednesday 20 March, called the Inter-House Families Cup. Quizmaster Viggo (Year 12) recounts the first event.
On Thursday 13 June our first Safeguarding Conference for parents will take place at School.
180 Year 9 pupils took to the local paths and bridleways to navigate around their planned routes in the Surrey Hills for their Bronze DofE Assessment Expedition.
Activities Weekends offer a wide range of experiences, from geocaching and the thrill of mountain biking to the satisfaction of hedge planting and beach cleaning.
Over Activities Weekend, Year 10 pupils from the Royal Air Force Section spent time at Farnborough Air Sciences Trust (FAST) Museum and experienced a Wind Tunnel tour.
Year 10 pupils in the Royal Marines detachment had an exhilarating weekend at Oxney Farm Training Area.
Our largest contingent of Army CCF took part in 'Exercise Tiger Fury’, on Bramley Common over Activities Weekend.
Parent & OC News
Meet Ben Wilberforce-Ritchie (R12), the second guest speaker to be announced for our upcoming live debate, Charterhouse Inspires.
Nina Vere (C22) is our final guest speaker to join the panel for the upcoming live debate, Charterhouse Inspires on 7 May.
Meet Kamran Malik, the third guest speaker to be announced for our upcoming live debate, Charterhouse Inspires.
We had the pleasure of welcoming over 150 Under School parents to The Lansdowne Club in London for an evening reception last week.
Rowan Manning is the first panellist to be announced for the upcoming Charterhouse Inspires.
At the end of February, a group of OCs and parents came together for a Founder’s Dinner in Dubai.
The start of March 2024 marks the beginning of our Annual Appeal for this academic year.
The annual Real Tennis match between Old Carthusians and the Queen’s Club was an excellent event with some very good tennis, some of which was played by the OCs!