Bradfield College
Bradfield College is a girls boarding and day school in Bradfield, Berkshire, educating pupils aged 13 - 18 and founded in 1850. Boarding fees are £19,390 - £19,390 per term. Our advice on this school is independent and free.
- Type
- Girls boarding & day
- Boarders from
- 13 - 18
- Ethos
- Church of England
- Guardian required
- Yes
About Bradfield College
The story, ethos and character of Bradfield College.
- Setting
- Village
- Ethos
- Church of England
- Head
- Mr Jeremy Quartermain
The College is one of the most conveniently located schools in the country, situated in the village of Bradfield, within easy reach of London whilst offering the space, safety and calm that families value in boarding education. Sitting within a 250 acre rural site of rolling picturesque Berkshire countryside, the campus creates an environment that is both secure and tranquil, whilst being extremely well connected to all of the best that the UK has to offer.
London Heathrow airport is less than 40 minutes away, making Bradfield the standout choice for families looking for straight forward travel and convenience after long flights. London Paddington is just 25 minutes from Reading train station, making Central London easily accessible for cultural events, school trips and University visits.
The historically significant and culturally rich cities of Oxford and Winchester are all by.
What the school is known for? Prestige Academic achievement University outcomes Football Tennis Performing Arts Music Golf Location High percentage of British boarders Excellent food Dedicated Year 9 boarding house School history Bradfield College was founded in 1850 by Thomas Stevens, who had inherited the manor of Bradfield from his father in 1842.
As a tribute to his father, he set about restoring St Andrew's Church, Bradfield. After the completion of the church in 1848, Stevens saw it fit to arrange a choir. While the whole village were able to sing, they were not felt to be of a high enough standard.
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