Cheltenham Bournside School and Sixth Form Centre

Cheltenham Bournside School and Sixth Form Centre is a mixed foundation secondary school located in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, with a capacity of 1,808 students. The school prides itself on its ethos of "inspiring lives through learning," which is reflected in its commitment to high-quality teaching, compassionate pastoral care, and a wide range of extracurricular activities. The school has a strong sense of community, with many families having attended for generations since its establishment on the current site in 1972.

The school’s values—ambition, curiosity, pride, purposefulness, respect, and support—are integral to its culture. A vertical tutor group system fosters relationships across year groups, allowing older students to mentor younger ones, enhancing the sense of community. The pastoral care team is dedicated to ensuring students feel safe and supported throughout their educational journey.

Additionally, the school features a school dog, Lottie, who plays a role in the pastoral and cultural environment, contributing to the overall well-being of students. Cheltenham Bournside School actively engages with the local community, reinforcing its position as a central hub for education and extracurricular activities in the area.