Welcome to Charters School

We are a school that fosters positive relationships across the whole community and are committed to ensuring that our students have outstanding learning opportunities across a broad curriculum.  These experiences will help develop their curiosity so they can approach the future with confidence and optimism, knowing that they can help shape the communities in which they live and work.  Our values of Unity Respect Excellence underpin all w...

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Peter Radford Returns to Charters!

We were thrilled to welcome Peter Radford back to Charters School this week, this time guiding our Year 10 students through an enlightening and empowering workshop exploring misogyny, masculinity and sexual harassment. He beg...

Aspiring Medics and Dentists Participate in Immersive Day

Yesterday, nine of our Year 12 aspiring medical and dentistry students had the incredible opportunity to participate in an immersive day hosted by The Medic Portal at St Mary’s School. This experience was designed to sharpen...

Portsmouth University Sports Science Workshop

As part of our outstanding Sixth Form’s commitment to preparing students for “life after Charters,” a group of Year 12 students recently spent an exciting and inspiring day at the University of Portsmouth for a S...

House Spirit Soars as Competition Hots Up!

All week, students throughout the school have been coming together in their Houses to hear where they place in this year's standings. House points are awarded for an array of actions, all of which instil pride and confidence in ou...

Inspiring Induction for Sixth Formers

This week, Charters School proudly welcomed nearly 300 students to our Outstanding Sixth Form for a dynamic and thought-provoking induction experience. The students who plan to continue their academic journeys with us in Sept...

Building Leaders Through Sport

This week, our Year 9 students took part in an energetic and inspiring Leadership Day, where the principles of leadership were explored through the dynamic lens of sport. Designed to challenge, support, and stretch our students' c...

An Exceptional Year for the DofE at Charters

2025 has been a truly outstanding year for the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award at Charters School. With five weekends of adventure and six challenging expeditions, an incredible 218 students stepped up to the challenge—showi...

Royal Visit for Students

On Tuesday, a selection of students from Years 7, 8 and 9 were part of the style and swagger of Royal Ascot. After an arduous minibus journey through the all-too familiar backed-up traffic this week brings, our students got...

Year 7 Take Learning Outdoors on Residential Adventure!

This week, our Year 7 students swapped the classroom for the coast as they headed to Swanage for an unforgettable residential experience. Packed with challenge, teamwork, and discovery, the week brought our curriculum and characte...

AI Meets History at Charters – A Lesson to Remember!

Year 10 students welcomed ex-student Mike and his colleague Jamie from WillowLearn.com to their History lesson this week, when they used a new and exciting AI tool to support their learning. With the help of Mr Cook, the students...

Students Reflect on Refugee Experiences for World Refugee Day

This week, students across all year groups came together for assemblies marking World Refugee Day, a global event held each year on 20th June to honour the courage and resilience of millions of people forced to flee their homes. T...

Drama Students Enthralled By Lion Ling Production

Extra-curricular trips often allow students to experience something new, and this week our Drama department enjoyed a trip to the West End to see a vibrant performance of The Lion King. Amelie and Charlotte from 7H have written a...

Free and Equal Ambassadors Launch First Whole-School Initiative:...

Following the recent appointment of Charters School’s first cohort of Free and Equal Ambassadors, students have wasted no time in getting to work. Under the guidance of Mr Metson and Ms Grant-Miller, the passionate group of...

Students Challenged to Tackle Plastic Pollution

When we think of plastic waste, water bottles and disposable picnic ware might come to mind. But as students across the school discovered this week, plastic pollution runs much deeper — and much smaller. From wet wipes and t...

Montpellier Homestay Trip

Each year, students studying for their French GCSE examinations travel to France for a week of immersive education. Staying with host families, they are able to experience French culture first-hand and put their developing languag...

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@chartersschool - 3rd Jul 2025

Another week, another Year 7 #residential! Fishing and raft building have been on the agenda alongside lots of cooling off at the beach! Thanks @cumulus! #Motivation #Resilience #Confidence #Civility

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@chartersschool - 3rd Jul 2025

INTEGRITY 🧠Integrity is a mindset. It’s not about avoiding consequences - it’s about building character. And your future self will thank you. #BuildingYou #Unity #Respect #Excellence pic.twitter.com/ew6FBn5fxQ

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@chartersschool - 2nd Jul 2025

6th Former, Elodie, rows for Maidenhead & is competing at @HenleyRegatta in the Diamond Jubilee Challenge Cup! Elodie (at bow or 4th from the front) & her crew won a place in the qualifiers & won their race on Tuesday - their next race is on Thursday. Good Luck Elodie! So proud! pic.twitter.com/MxBM5Qcslp

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@chartersschool - 2nd Jul 2025

After meeting our new Year 7 cohort yesterday, we welcomed their parents & carers yesterday evening. They were greeted by the sounds of Tamara on saxophone & had the opportunity to buy pre-loved uniform ready for September. They donated an amazing £657.87 to our Unity Fund. 🎵💗 pic.twitter.com/BmLjyoWBQO

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@chartersschool - 1st Jul 2025

Our Year 12 Medical applicants are enjoying a rigorous and educational day enhancing the skills required to succeed in their upcoming UCAT exams! 💊💉🩺We're extremely grateful to St Mary's, and ex-Charters teacher Mrs Cook, for this opportunity! #UnityintheCommunity #excellence pic.twitter.com/sOXT2h3Mdx

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@chartersschool - 1st Jul 2025

Huge congrats to Olly who has qualified for both the U20 400m Hurdles & the U20 Decathlon at the English @SchoolAthletics Championships this year! No stranger to high-level competition, Olly continues to push his performance while balancing A-Level & training schedule Good Luck🏃‍♂️ pic.twitter.com/MHhD8xPBPk

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@chartersschool - 1st Jul 2025

Our wonderful #prefects are on hand this morning to welcome our #NewYear7 students to their induction day. We're excited to meet each and every one of you and can't wait for you all to become part of our school community.#Unity #Respect #Excellence pic.twitter.com/r2UhD4PHj8

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@chartersschool - 30th Jun 2025

Yr12 students @Charters6Form enjoyed an inspiring Sport & Exercise Science Taster Day @portsmouthuni exploring careers from biomechanics to sport psychology! A fantastic glimpse into uni life for our BTEC & A Level students.🏉 Read more & be inspired here: https://t.co/3LMiHvA34g pic.twitter.com/wWB5xC1taI

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