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)
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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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2026 Sixth Form Exam Results
Exceptional Results, Ambitious Futures: Sixth Form Success in 2026
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Elite IB Outcomes, Achieved the Charterhouse Way
Exceptional IB results built around every pupil.
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Pupils Build the Future
Pupils lead AI innovation.
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A Robot Uprising
A competition uniting prep and senior pupils in hands-on learning.
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Future Diplomats Make Their Mark
Pupils achieved award success at LIMUN.
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Caffeinated Curiosity
In the latest issue of Atomic Magazine, Kinan (Year 12) explores the chemistry of caffeine.
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Charterhouse Welcomes Amesbury School into Its Family
An exciting addition to our Family of Schools.
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Pioneering the Future
Charterhouse launches accredited AI Literacy Course with Cambridge researchers.
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Think Global, Act Local
IBDP pupils attended an eye-opening Concordis International workshop.
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Carthusians Immersed in Castile
A trip to Valladolid combining Spanish lessons with cultural experiences.
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Centennials: Why Culture, Collaboration and Kindness Matter
What allows a school not simply to provide an excellent education, but to shape young people lives?
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Beyond the Beaker
Two of our talented Fifth Form (Year 11) pupils have launched a science podcast.
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Academic Horizons Oxford Scholars Inspire
Hearing from OCs at the forefront of Biology sparked curiosity and ambition.
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The Next Generation of Entrepreneurs
Our pupils are turning their ideas into businesses.
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From the Spires of Oxford to Charterhouse
We are thrilled to welcome Anna Camilleri as our new Deputy Head (Academic).
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Back-to-Back Knockouts
Gripping, unmissable theatre our pupils won’t forget.
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The Chemistry Behind Vapes
Gemma, First Year Specialist (Year 12), explores the chemistry behind vapes.
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Why Don't We Have Blue Roses Yet?
Insights from AJ as he explores the "holy grail" of flowers.
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Florence on Canvas
Carthusian artists took a trip to Italy that unfolded into days of creativity.
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Celebrating Culture, Bringing Learning to Life
Pupils immersed themselves in the vibrant traditions of El Día de Muertos.
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When Academic Curiosity Meets Global Purpose
An unforgettable week for Alen at the United Nations General Assembly.
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The Power of Reason
Eamon, 2YS (Year 13), won third prize in the prestigious John Locke Essay Prize.
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The Internship
Charterhouse launches its own global consultancy.
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Inspiring German Learners
Several pupils inspired local prep school children to study German.
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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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Exceptional Exam Success
Over half our pupils achieved AAB or better, opening doors to top universities worldwide.
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 pupils 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)
