Bradfield College

School Profile

Bradfield College is one of the leading all-round coeducational boarding schools in the country: this reputation principally stems from the extremely high standard of pastoral care at the College, but also the way Bradfield families benefit from the "double whammy" of an excellent academic education AND the broader vision of holistic development created by the well-rounded, extra-curricular activities. And all of this in the setting of an un-spoilt Berkshire village!

The modern College combines values and attributes essential to 21st Century life with those of its founder, Thomas Stevens, who established St. Andrews' College in 1850. The Chapel at the heart of the College is central to spiritual life, reflection and serenity. Alongside an excellent academic education, all partake of the 'Bradfield experience' which permits each individual to find his or her special niche. The classroom atmosphere engenders a love of learning for its own sake; the participatory culture ensures that expert and enthusiast alike thrive within the broad spectrum of extra-curricular activities.

The College's continually improving examination results reflect its belief that 'those who participate most, achieve most'. At 13+ entry, in addition to the Stevens Academic and Music Scholarships, there are Dr Gray Bradfield Exhibitions for outstanding all-rounders and specialist awards for those who excel in Sport, Music, Art, Design and Drama. In the Sixth Form there are Academic and Music Scholarships, Dr Gray Bradfield Exhibitions for outstanding all-rounders, and specialist awards for those who excel in Art, Sport and the Performing Arts.

Pastoral care is of the highest possible standard. Boys and girls move on to senior houses after Faulkner's, a co-educational house in which all spend their first year at the College. Each House has a dedicated team of staff and every pupil benefits from the care of a Housemaster or Housemistress, a personal tutor and a matron. Attention to individual needs, and how these may change with progress through the College, is paramount.

The superb facilities at Bradfield include modern teaching and learning environments within the beautiful brick-and-flint original buildings. A planned Science school will join a state-of-the-art music school. There is a sports complex with indoor swimming pool and tennis centre and two floodlit all-weather pitches. Alongside these the tradition of acting in the outdoor Greek amphitheatre continues to flourish. Set in its own medieval village in 250 acres of beautiful Berkshire countryside the College enjoys exceptional playing fields, golf course and stunning views across the Pang valley. All this is within 40 minutes of Heathrow and an hour from Central London.

Admission to the College is at both 13+ and into the large and vibrant Sixth Form. The Junior school curriculum is tailored to individual learning styles and in the Senior school a diverse range of A-level subjects is on offer. The College is enduringly popular with the OB and ex-pat communities owing to its provision for pupils throughout the term and its unique family atmosphere. Pupils are drawn from a large and varied range of schools and backgrounds resulting in a community diverse in talents and attributes yet united in values and attitudes.

A family ethos based upon the unique village atmosphere, enhanced by the excellence of the coeducational Year 9 house (Faulkner's), which helps girls and boys from a national variety of prep schools to make a successful transition to senior school. A strong coeducational base with particular emphasis on nurturing the individual and an "it's cool to muck-in" well rounded education. A very dynamic and talented staff, in touch with teenagers, who enjoy working as a team.

School Criteria

Independent private co-educational day/boarding school in Berkshire, England. 13 to 18, 700+ pupils, C of E, Offering Scholarships

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School Address

Bradfield College
Reading
Berkshire
RG7 6AU
England

Tel: 0118 964 4510
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