Christ College Brecon
Christ College Brecon is a girls boarding and day school in Brecon, Powys, educating pupils aged 4 - 18 and founded in 1541. Boarding fees are £9,509 - £16,841 per term. Our advice on this school is independent and free.
- Type
- Girls boarding & day
- Boarders from
- 10 - 18
- Ethos
- Church of Wales
- Guardian required
- Yes
About Christ College Brecon
The story, ethos and character of Christ College Brecon.
- Setting
- Town
- Ethos
- Church of Wales
- Head
- Mr Gareth Pearson
Nestled in the peaceful surroundings of the Brecon Beacons National Park, Christ College Brecon provides an all-round education for boys and girls, with day pupils joining from age 4, and boarding pupils from age 10-18. Founded in 1541 by Henry VIII, our motto, "They achieve because they believe they can," remains as relevant as ever.
We believe that the purpose of our role as educators, is to prepare our pupils for life beyond school. This incorporates so much more than just academic excellence, as important as this is. It means developing confidence, encouraging self-belief with 'I can do it' attitude, coupled with strong a moral compass so that whatever the future holds for our pupils, they will be good, kind, responsible human-beings.
Christ College achieves excellent academic outcomes alongside the development of holistic skills designed to equip our pupils with a toolkit to thrive in life.
Our wide range of subject options at GCSE and A Level provides pupils with the opportunity for greater specialisation ahead of university applications. We believe teaching and learning should be 'serious fun' characterised by expert, supportive teachers, engaged pupils and small class sizes to enable a dynamic learning environment.
Despite our relatively small size of 368 pupils, we offer an extensive range of sport and co-curricular activities. This is testament to the dedication of our staff, who are committed to nurturing our pupils' character, helping them grow into confident and accomplished young adults.
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Academics at Christ College Brecon
What pupils study at Christ College Brecon — and where it takes them.
to enable our pupils to academically thrive. Subject options at GCSE and in the Sixth Form provide ample opportunity for greater specialisation ahead of university applications or similar in the Upper Sixth year. We believe teaching and learning should be 'serious fun' characterised by expert, supportive teachers, engaged pupils and small class sizes to enable a dynamic learning environment.
Every pupil is assigned their own dedicated Academic Tutor responsible for the welfare, organisation and academic supervision of their tutees. These weekly meetings are in integral part of the Christ College timetable and the interaction between Tutor and pupil is key in target setting, reviewing progress and looking ahead to those vital next steps.
Programmes offered
Subjects offered
Where our leavers go
Last year: 84% of the cohort went onto study at university 47% of the cohort went to study at a Russell Group University 16% are taking a gap year 4% went to Oxbridge 8% joined a Medical Schools
Figures are indicative — contact us for the latest results.
Boarding at Christ College Brecon
Day-to-day boarding life and pastoral care at Christ College Brecon.
- Boarding houses
- Girls 2, Boys 2, Mixed 1
- Exeat weekends
- No
- Guardian required
- Yes
- Saturday lessons
- Yes
making the school feel like a second home. School-run Host Family Scheme using local families - many of whom have sent their children to Christ College. On site Welfare Centre staffed by a nursing team, school counsellor, and Welfare Centre Manager.
+8 photos Pastoral care and staffing Each House has a dedicated team of staff. These include a Houseparent (who is a teacher at the school and lives in the House with their family), an Assistant Houseparent, and a team of dedicated House Tutors who are on hand to offer academic and pastoral throughout the evenings.
A genuine home away from home
At Christ College Brecon, we have five Boarding Houses: Alway House for boys and girls from ages 10 - 12 School House for boys aged 13 - 18 Orchard House for boys aged 13 - 18 De Winton House for girls aged 13 - 18 Donaldson's House for girls aged 13-18 Donaldson's House (Girls) Donaldson's House offers a home-from-home for girls between the ages of 13 - 18.
Built in the late Victorian era, Donaldson's House offers spacious rooms with all the modern comforts. Younger girls share a room with up to 3 others but as they head towards Sixth Form, rooms are either double or single occupancy. De Winton House (Girls) De Winton House offers home-from-home accommodation for girls between the ages of 13-18.
We can arrange trusted UK guardianship for international families.
Christ College Brecon admissions
How children join Christ College Brecon, and how we make it simple.
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What you'll typically need
- Recent school reports or transcript
- Passport copy
- English-language evidence (if applicable)
- Completed registration form
- A reference from the current school
Special notes to agents about entry to the school Preference is given to 3 terms or more boarders We offer flexible short stay immersion programmes: 2 weeks, 4 weeks, half a term, 1 term or longer Applications for short stay immersion programmes are accepted throughout the year Immersion programmes can be tailored to meet pupil's requirements (additional English Language can be provided for example) We are looking to expand our mix of international boarders We have pupils from over 12 different nationalities The school limits the number of international students to 18% of the whole school population Application procedure and entrance tests A completed registration form is required, along with payment of the registration fee (£132) Agents should supply the pupil's latest school report and any testimonials with the registration form.
Pupils are required to sit our English and Maths entrance assessment. For international pupils, these can be sat at the pupil's school or at the agent offices under supervision. An information 1-1 Zoom interview with the Head or Deputy Head is required.
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Christ College Brecon fees & funding
What Christ College Brecon costs, what's included, and how we help with funding.
What termly boarding fees include
- Tuition
- Boarding accommodation
- All meals
- Pastoral & house care
- Most academic materials
Funding & scholarships
Registration deposits, EAL tuition, uniform and trips are usually charged separately. Many schools offer academic, sport, music and art scholarships plus means-tested bursaries — ask us and we'll send a full, current breakdown for Christ College Brecon.
Fees change year to year and by entry point. As your independent advisors we hold up-to-date figures and can compare Christ College Brecon against similar schools so you know exactly what to budget.
Figures shown are the latest we hold — we'll confirm current fees on enquiry.
Christ College Brecon location & travel
Where Christ College Brecon is, and how to get there.
Travel details Address Bridge Street, Brecon, Powys, LD3 8AF, Wales Airport transfer The school runs an bus service to Heathrow Airport at the start and end of every half term. There is a charge of £52 per pupil, per single journey and pupils are accompanied on the transport by a member of staff.
If pupils have flight times outside of the school transport arrangements, assistance is given to pupils to help make alternative transport arrangements. Travel time to London by train Less than 3 hours Telephone +44 (0)1874 615 440 Website https://www.
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