Cheam School, Preparatory school in Headley, Hampshire, United Kingdom.
Cheam School is an independent preparatory school set on a 100-acre campus between Newbury and Basingstoke in Hampshire. The grounds feature modern teaching facilities, sports amenities, and extensive grounds for outdoor activities.
The school was founded in 1645 by George Aldrich in Cheam, Surrey, and relocated to its current Hampshire location at Beenham Court in 1934. This move marked a significant development in the institution's growth and expansion.
The school is organized into four houses, each with its own identity marked by traditional colors that shape the sense of community among students. This structure creates smaller groups within the broader school community, fostering social bonds and peer support.
The school accepts students aged 3 to 13 who can attend as either day pupils or boarders. Early registration is recommended as places are limited and admission is competitive.
Several members of the British royal family attended as students, including King Charles III and Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. This royal connection reflects the school's long history of educating members of aristocratic families.
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