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We are delighted to be one of this year's recipients of The Princess Royal Training Awards. HRH The Princess Royal presented the award for 'Developing management skills to facilitate growth', through our Middle Manager Training Programme.

When it comes to Christmas cookies, German bakers know what they're doing. The Year 9 German class baked Weihnachtsplätzchen in teams during their lesson following a German recipe.

A small but delightful gathering was held in Hall for the 27^th annual St Andrew’s Ball. Pupils dressed in their finest to enjoy an evening of Scottish Dancing reels.  

Calling all female OC netball and OC cricket players! Here is your opportunity to connect through sport with other OCs. 

Studio welcomed Jenny King, one of the UK’s leading embroidery designers to deliver a talk to pupils about her work, business, and collaborations.

The run-up to Christmas is in full swing in the Chemistry Department. Our annual Chemistrees in each of the labs have been accompanied by interesting molecule posters providing information on both the smells and tastes of Christmas. 

We are delighted to hear that Year 12 pupil Thomas won 'Youth Sports Personality of the Year Award' at the Godalming Sports Awards for his achievements in running. Thomas was also presented with the 'School Team of the Year Award' on behalf of the Charterhouse 1^st XI Football team.

In building construction the Topping Out ceremony marks the milestone of reaching the highest point in the build of our new Art and Design Centre. 

When it comes to Christmas cookies, German bakers know what they're doing. The Year 9 German class baked Weihnachtsplätzchen in teams during their lesson following a German recipe.

The run-up to Christmas is in full swing in the Chemistry Department. Our annual Chemistrees in each of the labs have been accompanied by interesting molecule posters providing information on both the smells and tastes of Christmas. 

We are thrilled to share an exciting highlight from the recent Royal Society of Chemistry Top of the Bench competition held at Charterhouse, where 10 schools, including ours, participated in this prestigious event.

The School's first competitive robotics competition bringing Design Engineering skills to life saw 12 pupils compete against 18 other schools at Cranleigh School. 

The Biology Department's termly Wildlife Photography Competition attracts a high standard of entries. Congratulations to Kinan and Jan (Year 10) for their stunning winning submissions. 

On Tuesday 21 November a group of A Level pupils watched King Lear at the Wyndham Theatre. Two pupils share their review of this theatrical treat. 

There was a fantastic buzz around our International Universities mini-fair hosted in Hall. Twelve universities were in attendance with representation from across Europe, US and Canada.

The History Society welcomed Professor Michael Broers to School and were treated to both his history knowledge and a bit of Hollywood behind the scenes news.

A production that "excelled in every area" and gave "a captivating retelling of a classic story". Alison (Year 11) shares her review.

Studio welcomed Jenny King, one of the UK’s leading embroidery designers to deliver a talk to pupils about her work, business, and collaborations.

What a term it has been! September always brings new faces to the Music Department, and this year we are thrilled to welcome our new Director of Music, Mr David McKee.

Read the full round-up of Scholars' Recital, House Singing, Piano Prizes, Candle-lit Carols and lots more in between.

The 2nd Godalming Brownies visited Studio recently for a workshop with Director of Art, Miss Helen Pinkney – known as 'Robin' to the Brownies.

Mr Kopiel showed the Brownies a technique called heat press printing. The Brownies loved it and were quick to adopt Mr Kopiel as his new name, Squirrel!

The world-renowned Cornish seaside town of St Ives was the destination for a group of Year 11 Art pupils during October half term. 

Rehearsals are nearing the final stages in the Ben Travers Theatre of this term's senior production: Tess of the d'Urbervilles. 

The Art and Textiles Studio’s vibrant and inspiring new Instagram page is a showcase of the immense talent within Charterhouse School's artistic community.

Congratulations to Year 11 pupil Claire who won first prize at the Sicily International Piano Festival in July. 

We are delighted to share that Ollie (Year 10) has been selected for the England U16 Boys' Hockey team.

We are delighted to hear that Year 12 pupil Thomas won 'Youth Sports Personality of the Year Award' at the Godalming Sports Awards for his achievements in running. Thomas was also presented with the 'School Team of the Year Award' on behalf of the Charterhouse 1^st XI Football team.

The term ends with a flurry of fixtures and finals. Read all the latest Sports news including the House Football, Swimming, Relays and a Fives match report.

A triumphant performance at the English Schools Long Range Challenge for the School Shooting Team. 

It's been a busy few weeks for the Sports department including a notable win from our basketball team with nine players hailing from seven different countries.

Congratulations to Tatiana (Year 12) who made her debut at the Horse of the Year Show at NEC Birmingham last month.

A recent visit from The Racquet Club of Montreal provided a welcome opportunity for pupils and Old Carthusians to team up for an extra special racquets fixture.

Congratulations to Elodie and Georgia who recently represented the School at the NSEA National Championships. 

Through a collaboration with i2i Teaching Partnership we have three trainee teachers at School this academic year. Our Trainees in Chemistry and Physics share their insight on the SCITT programme. 

A small but delightful gathering was held in Hall for the 27^th annual St Andrew’s Ball. Pupils dressed in their finest to enjoy an evening of Scottish Dancing reels.  

In building construction the Topping Out ceremony marks the milestone of reaching the highest point in the build of our new Art and Design Centre. 

We are hosting a carousel programme for Year 5 pupils at Loseley Fields School and St Marks School.

"We very much value the relationship between store and School - especially on Thursday afternoons when Sixth Form pupils wade through tins of baked beans, soup and tuna with their marker pens."

We are delighted to be one of this year's recipients of The Princess Royal Training Awards. HRH The Princess Royal presented the award for 'Developing management skills to facilitate growth', through our Middle Manager Training Programme.

Following the launch of ‘We Belong’ and a busy term focussing on anti-discrimination and the importance of School values, we celebrated Black History Month during October. 

Congratulations to Rohan (Year 11) who has been awarded a British Citizen Youth Honours (BCyA) for his work inspiring others to keep fit and develop their cricket skills during isolation.

The Head and members of the Foundation team travelled to Hong Kong and Bangkok to host OCS and parents.

Calling all female OC netball and OC cricket players! Here is your opportunity to connect through sport with other OCs. 

Freddie Winter (G08) achieved his second Waterski Gold Medal at Sunset Lakes, Orlando, Florida.

Sophia, Mai An and Amelia (Year 13) were invited by Old Carthusian Charles Bathurst-Norman (W97), Investment Director at JM Finn, to attend a ‘Woman in Finance Day’ at their offices with the aim of introducing more young women to wealth management as a potential career choice.

Our latest Development Review, reflecting on the past academic year, is now available to view. We are very grateful to all those parents and OCs who have supported the School over the past twelve months.

Connecting through sport is a great way to keep in touch with OCs and matches with current pupils provide an informal opportunity to connect with young Carthusians.

An exhibition of works by former Head of Art and accomplished artist and author, Michael Woods (BH58-94), will be on display in November.

Isabelle Duncan, the new President of the OC Club Executive Committee, tells us about herself and her plans for the OC Club.