Is Charterhouse open to the public?
We have something for everyone, from little children to grown-up gardeners. All purchases help keep the Charterhouse open to the public. Come and browse our online shop here.
Who went to Charterhouse school?
Famous pupils of Charterhouse school include Roger Williams, founder of Rhode Island (U.S.); the literary critic Joseph Addison; Sir Richard Steele; John Wesley; Sir William Blackstone; William Makepeace Thackeray; and Robert Baden-Powell, founder of the Boy Scout movement.
How old is Charterhouse?
The Charterhouse has been home to many significant moments in London’s history since 1371. It has been a monastery, grand mansion, boys school and an almshouse, which it remains to this day.
How good is Charterhouse?
The school scores excellent or higher in the Independent School’s Inspectorate report across all main areas of investigation completed in 2011, but excels in the personal development of its pupils. Charterhouse was rated Excellent in its most recently available ISI Educational Quality report (2017).
How hard is it to get into Charterhouse School?
Entrance to the school is by standard Common Entrance or Foundation Scholarship. Boys are admitted to Charterhouse in Year 9, between 12 and 14. Charterhouse has a series of bespoke tests in English, Mathematics and Science where Common Entrance is not available. Admission is by competitive examination and interview.
What is the Charterhouse in London famous for?
The Charterhouse has been home to many significant moments in London’s history since 1371. It has been a monastery, grand mansion, boys school and an almshouse, which it remains to this day.
Who owns the Charterhouse?
Thomas Sutton bought the Charterhouse in 1611 and endowed it as a school and almshouse. It remains an almshouse to this day, home to 43 single elderly men and women who all have their own accommodation.
Why give something special from the Charterhouse?
The Charterhouse has been home to many significant moments in London’s history since 1371. It has been a monastery, grand mansion, boys school and an almshouse, which it remains to this day. Give something special from the Charterhouse this Christmas! Find distinctive gifts at our online shop, and why not make someone a Friend of the Charterhouse.