An Education for Life

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The importance of schools has never been in doubt but what they teach and how they teach it – their curriculum – needs to change. Why? Because the world is different.

Neil Burch, Senior Master

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Admissions: A personal journey

The best way to experience Bradfield is to see us on a Saturday Morning Tour.

Alexandra Acton, Senior Deputy Head (External Relations)

One bradfield
many bradfieldians

The College is a place where the individuality of young people is cherished; for whilst there is one Bradfield, there are many Bradfieldians.

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One bradfield
many bradfieldians

The College is a place where the individuality of young people is cherished; for whilst there is one Bradfield, there are many Bradfieldians.

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Play Barnaby (C 19-24): Developing skills and challenging yourself in the Bradfield community video

Barnaby (C 19-24): Developing skills and challenging yourself in the Bradfield community

Play Enoch (D 22-24): Reflecting on the kindness and camaraderie of the Bradfield community video

Enoch (D 22-24): Reflecting on the kindness and camaraderie of the Bradfield community

Play Zahra (I 19-24): Building resilience and confidence following academic and sporting passions video

Zahra (I 19-24): Building resilience and confidence following academic and sporting passions

Play James (A 19-24): Reflecting on the positivity and enthusiasm of the Bradfield community video

James (A 19-24): Reflecting on the positivity and enthusiasm of the Bradfield community

Play Bella (M 19-24): Exploring every opportunity at Bradfield video

Bella (M 19-24): Exploring every opportunity at Bradfield

Play Clemmie (J 18-23): Discovering open-mindedness within the Bradfield community video

Clemmie (J 18-23): Discovering open-mindedness within the Bradfield community

Play Emma (M) and Rio (D): Gaining confidence in Faulkner's video

Emma (M) and Rio (D): Gaining confidence in Faulkner's

Play Hugo (H 18-23): Making a difference to the Bradfield community video

Hugo (H 18-23): Making a difference to the Bradfield community

Play Rosie (I 20-23): Building resilience through her Bradfield experiences video

Rosie (I 20-23): Building resilience through her Bradfield experiences

Play Archie (A 18-23): Encouraging innovation through pupil-led initiatives video

Archie (A 18-23): Encouraging innovation through pupil-led initiatives

The college

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Warden’s Address – Commemoration 28 June 2025

At Commemoration this morning, Warden, Tom Beardmore-Gray, paid tribute to Dr Chris Stevens, who leaves Bradfield this summer after 10 years as Headmaster. Here is the Warden’s full address.

Bradfield College

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Sustainable Bradfield: Making a Positive Impact

Pupils and staff across the Bradfield community are taking sustainable actions and developing positive behaviours to ensure the College's impact on the environment is minimised. By taking a proactive approach we will leave our campus and green estate in good health for the next generation of Bradfieldians.

Sustainable Bradfield

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Our teaching

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Five Reasons to Choose the IB

The IB Diploma offers Bradfield pupils a superb opportunity to thrive in a new world as flexible lifelong learners.

Bradfield College

Thoroughly unpretentious yet with lots to boast about, Bradfield is a heavenly place to learn and to grow. Very difficult to imagine who would not thrive here. There is something for everyone and lots for all.

The Good Schools Guide

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The Faulkner’s Curriculum

The importance of schools has never been in doubt but what they teach and how they teach it – their curriculum – needs to change. Why? Because the world is different.

Neil Burch, Senior Master

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Preparing you for life beyond Bradfield

From the moment you step through the door in Faulkner’s, we start preparing you for the rigours of assessment and refine those skills that will give you the edge in an increasingly competitive job market.

Florence Everett, Head of Horizons

First class facilities in an idyllic setting

Set in 250 acres of rolling picturesque Berkshire countryside within one hour of London and 40 minutes from Heathrow Airport, Bradfield aims to provide an ‘education for life’ fit for the 21st century.

Pastoral care

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The unique benefits of a boarding house for Year 9

The beauty of Faulkner’s is that it provides an integrated introduction to a boarding school environment and a springboard into Bradfield life.

Jonny Saunders, Former Head of Faulkner’s Boys

I am just in awe by what Bradfield College and all the brilliant teachers, House tutors and support staff have achieved for both of my children. They have inspired, encouraged and supported them. It really has been the most incredible journey.

Current Parent

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Fuelling the mind

How the catering team has revolutionised their offering to meet the demands of a #instafood world.

Rob Pynegar, Catering Manager

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Life in the Sixth Form – what our pupils say

With the 32 members of the JCR 2025-26 newly elected and ready to get to work, we asked them to share their experiences of Sixth Form life so far and their hopes for the year ahead!

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LIFE OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM