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Cheam School
Headley, Thatcham, RG19 8LD
Independent school for ages 2–13 in Thatcham. Mixed intake, Church of England ethos.
Cheam School is an independent school near Thatcham, Hampshire, for boys and girls aged 2 to 13. It has boarding, nursery classes and a Church of England religious ethos.
The school says it was founded in 1645 and is set in 100 acres, with woodland learning as part of school life. It describes a complete education balancing learning, character development, community and wellness, and says its Character Education programme puts leadership, compassion, responsibility and sustainability at the centre.
Its ISI inspection in February 2026 found standards met and safeguarding standards met.
Ages 2–13 · All-through
373 pupils · On roll
Independent school · Mixed