Charles de Kerchove de Denterghem was burgomaster of Ghent (1857–1881), provincial Council member for East Flanders and senator for the liberal party. Under his rule the municipal public education in Ghent would be significantly expanded.
As burgomaster of Ghent from 1857 to 1881, Charles de Kerchove de Denterghem played a key role in expanding municipal public education in the city, which was an important aspect of his leadership for the liberal party.