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why choose dean close?
One of the answers lies within the unique combination of our distinctive values on which our schools are built, combined with our chosen set of essential Skills for the Future. Every child who joins Dean Close at any point in their educational journey is a recipient of this educational programme, making their experience at Dean Close distinct.
Established in 1886, Dean Close is a Christian School offering an outstanding, all-through education for day and boarding pupils ages 2-18, set within a beautiful location on the outskirts of Cheltenham, all on one 50-acre site.
To read more about why Dean Close is distinctly different, click here.
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