Support Us

Thank you for making a difference

CHS has always been a community shaped by generosity, from its founding in 1855 to today. Support from Old Waconians, parents and friends helps us open doors and ensure the School continues to reflect the world beyond its gates.

 

Every gift makes a difference to individual students and to the whole CHS community.

Our ambition is to increase the number of students supported through bursaries from 1 in 11 to 1 in 6.

Our current priority is the 1 in 6 Campaign, our commitment to widening access and strengthening the diversity of our community.

We believe a strong community is one where every young person, regardless of background has the chance to thrive.

Our 1 in 6 campaign reflects this belief, aiming to widen access to a CHS education through means-tested bursaries and to ensure our student body continues to reflect a broad range of talents, perspectives and life experiences. 

Ways to Make an Impact

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Regular giving is one of the most powerful ways to support the 1 in 6 Campaign, helping to ensure that access and opportunity remain at the heart of CHS for generations to come. 

Many members of the CHS community choose to give monthly, knowing that these gifts create meaningful and lasting impact. 

If you would like to become a regular supporter, you can set up a monthly gift or get in touch to find out about other ways to donate.

We keep our supporters closely connected to the impact of their giving, sharing regular updates on the difference they are making. 

Remembering CHS

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Since CHS was founded, legacies have played a central role in the development of our school and the lives of its people. From buildings, equipment, student prizes, opportunities and bursaries, legacy donations have helped make CHS and our community what it is today. 

A legacy gift, of any size, is a powerful expression of belief in the values of CHS and in the long-term impact of education. Such gifts play an important role in strengthening our bursary provision and ensuring the sustainability of the 1 in 6 Bursary Campaign.

Volunteering

strengthening our community

There are many ways to support CHS, depending on your interests, experience and availability:

Mentoring & Careers Support

Work with students through our Sixth Form pathways and careers programme, offering insight into your profession, supporting applications, or sharing your journey.

Talks & Events

Take part in events such as Let’s Chat Careers Panels or Beyond CHS Lecture Series careers panels, helping students understand the breadth of opportunities available to them.

Work Experience and Opportunities

Provide placements, shadowing opportunities or internships that give students a real insight into the world of work.

Old Waconian and Parent Engagement

Support the growth of our Old Waconian and parent networks, helping to build a connected, supportive community for current and future students. 

Corporate Partnerships

PARTNERING WITH ORGANISATIONS WHICH SHARE OUR VALUES, PURPOSE AND A COMMITMENT TO MAKING A POSITIVE IMPACT.

We have a strong track record of building meaningful partnerships with companies that share our values and commitment to making a positive impact.

As we continue to grow, we’re looking to collaborate with like-minded businesses in ways that benefit both our students and the wider community. Whether through supporting our high-performance sports programmes, co-creating social outreach initiatives or contributing to our 1 in 6 bursary campaign, partnering with us offers organisations the chance to make a difference while connecting with our school community.

We would love to hear from you

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