Charterhouse
“Deo Dante Dedi”
(God having given, I gave)
Charterhouse is a co-educational independent boarding and day school for pupils aged 13 to 18, situated on a 250-acre campus in Godalming, Surrey. Founded in London in 1611 by Thomas Sutton, the school relocated to its present site in 1872, where it is housed in distinctive Gothic Revival buildings. The curriculum balances academic rigour with music, the arts, and sport. Notable facilities include the Queen’s Sports Centre and an art studio. Historically, Charterhouse is recognised for its significant role in the early development and codification of association football rules.
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Fees (Day Pupils)
Vs. National Average
+52.1%
Charterhouse's fees are 52.1% higher than the national average.
Vs. County Average
+47.5%
Charterhouse's fees are 47.5% higher than the county average.
Based on 40 schools in Surrey and 156 nationally.
Note: based on core termly fees including mandatory lunch and learning materials charges but excluding any discounts or other additional charges for extra-curriculars, registration, etc. Please check the schools' official websites for full fees and charges.
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