Inside the Classroom
Learning at Charterhouse is about far more than just preparation for exams. Our teaching and learning prepare you for academic success, future university study, and life after education. Excitement, curiosity and passion are nurtured every day, going way beyond formal courses.
We mix academic rigour and excellence with ambition, creativity, and critical thinking. This balance ensures that each child becomes the most successful version of themselves.
Flexibility and choice sit at the heart of each pupil’s academic journey, from a wide range of course choices at GCSE, through to the option of either the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme or A Levels in the Sixth Form. Everyone’s eventual destination will be unique; your education should be too.
Charterhouse is an incredibly positive environment. There is healthy competition, teamwork and encouragement. Charterhouse is the only school I know where 'Being smart is cool.'Recent leaver, Philine (Reading International Relations and Chinese at LSE)
By the Numbers
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Heritage Collection Object:
PUPIL IN AN ACADEMIC GOWN — At the original Charterhouse in London, scholars were the only pupils to wear black academic gowns over a short black jacket with knee breeches and mortar boards. They soon gained the nickname of gownboys. The scholars also lived together in School accommodation, and these rooms also became known by the same name. Today, this heritage lives on – one of our houses is still called Gownboys, although our many scholars are now spread across all of our houses.
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The Chemistry Behind Vapes
Gemma, First Year Specialist (Year 12), explores the chemistry behind vapes.
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Inspiring German Learners
Several pupils inspired local prep school children to study German.
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Fragrance and Formulas
Almost everyone has their signature fragrance, but wouldn't you like to know how it is made?
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Debate Team Shines
A group of Removes French and Spanish pupils represented Charterhouse in their Year 10 Modern Foreign Languages Debating Competition.
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Young Writers' Triumph
Twenty-eight of Charterhouse's talented Fourths (Year 9) and Removes (Year 10) have had their short stories selected for publication in the Young Writers' competition, Grim Tales.
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Artifex Entrepreneurs
The new Artifex Market shone a spotlight on our pupil entrepreneurs.
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IBDP Results 2025
63% of our 2025 IB cohort achieved 37+ points, equal to A*AA at A Level.
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Exceptional Exam Success
Over half our pupils achieved AAB or better, opening doors to top universities worldwide.
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Outstanding GCSE Results 2025
Over 75% of all exams were awarded grades 7–9, equivalent to the former A/A*.
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Vitamin D and Our Health
In the latest issue of Atomic Magazine, Charterhouse's entirely pupil-led, written, and published scientific magazine, Khalel (Year 13) explores Vitamin D, the sunshine vitamin, and its crucial role in maintaining our health.
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The Art of Science Busking
Science Made Simple visited Charterhouse to train a group of Sixth Form volunteers in the art of Science Busking.
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International University Counsellor
At the start of term we welcomed Tanya Coffey to the Futures team as International University Counsellor. Tanya brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our pupils.
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Trading Genes
In the latest issue of Atomic Magazine, Lexi (Year 13) explores symbiotic relationships and horizontal gene transfer.
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Tackling Global Issues
A group of pupils from our MUN Society had the fantastic opportunity to join peers from other schools at a recent MUN conference, where they came together to discuss a range of global issues.
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German Unity Day
GCSE German pupils took a cinematic approach to learning about contemporary German culture with a screening of Das Lehrerzimmer.
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The Importance of Work Experience
With 400,000 graduates entering the job market from UK universities annually, competition for top positions is intense.
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Black History Month Sermon
Olu, Timi and Seun (Year 13) delivered a captivating sermon for Black History Month. They demonstrated how false narratives, and revisions of history have been affecting the black experience for decades.
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Cambridge Biology Challenge Winners
Year 13 pupils Lexi and Ryan have achieved success in the first Cambridge Biology Challenge. They received a Distinction (the highest level) for their submission and were declared Category Award Winners for the most original entry.
Charterhouse is a special place to be an IB pupil because it not only allows you to explore a wide range of subjects but also gives you the chance to learn alongside students from all over the world, each bringing their own unique experiences and perspectives.
Lara (Lara was one of our Heads of School and is now studying at University College London.)
