The Close is a senior boarding house of 60 boys. The resident Housemaster, Lawrence Beith, is supported by a team of seven tutors and a Matron, Lisa Bates.

Lawrence Beith

Lawrence became Housemaster of The Close following a period as our Head of Economics and has previously been Deputy Housemaster of Army House and Faulkner’s boys. Prior to joining Bradfield in September 2016, Lawrence gained a degree in Commerce from Stellenbosch University and subsequently taught at Hilton College, one of the most prestigious schools in South Africa.

Lawrence and his partner Rosie welcomed their first child Maisie in December 2022, are excited to have embarked on the next chapter of their lives as part of the H House community.

The boys in The Close develop independence, self-reliance and confidence by taking responsibility and applying themselves with sustained commitment.

Lawrence Beith, HsM - The Close (H)

“The Close is a friendly, welcoming House community where the boys enjoy strong friendships across the year groups with Prefects playing an active role in pastoral care. The boys are expected to strive for academic and all-round excellence and contribute to House and College life in a wide range of activities.”

The Close contact details
AddressThe Close, Bradfield College, Bradfield, Berkshire, RG7 6AU
Telephone0118 964 4660
Matron tel0118 964 4663
Emailtheclose@bradfieldcollege.org.uk