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Brentwood School

Middleton Hall Lane, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 8EE, U.K. — 20 minutes train journey to London
IB Diploma ProgrammeIBBoarding LifeScholarships
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Data verified from public sources
Annual FeesFrom $ 49,995
University Rate75%of graduates
Ages3 – 19

Brentwood School is a IB Diploma Programme / IB school in Brentwood, United Kingdom. Founded in 1557. It serves 1,878 students for students aged 3–19. Annual tuition ranges from $49,995 to $49,995 USD.

Explore This School

Location & getting here

Postcode
CM15 8EE
Setting
Suburban

Historic Essex market town and commuter hub ~25 miles northeast of London with good rail links. Prosperous residential area typical of the London suburban belt, with established schools and shopping.

Nearest airports

Framed for international families — drive times are from the school, not the city centre.

AirportDistanceDrive from schoolInternational note
Edinburgh240 km~322 minEDI — Scottish gateway
Manchester280 km~374 minMAN — Northern gateway; global connections
Birmingham352 km~468 minBHX — Midlands gateway

NanaSays Scorecard

Est. 1557
Year Founded
1,878
Students Enrolled
75%
University Placement
Boarding Available
Scholarships Available
Bursaries Available

Key Details

Curricula Offered
IB Diploma ProgrammeYes
IBYes
Accreditations
IB
Languages of Instruction
English

Scholarships Available

Types Available
Academic Scholarship — available at entry points
Bursaries (means-tested): Means-tested bursary provision available.
💡 Scholarship amounts and bursary likelihood analysis are in the Full Deep Report.
Merit-based Scholarships

Means-Tested Bursaries

Means-tested bursaries are available. Contact the school admissions office for details.

Academic Performance

75%
University Placement Rate
Standards Met
ISI

ISI Inspection Report

All Independent School Standards are met across all areas inspected. Leaders provide clear strategic direction with effective oversight, and the curriculum is broad, balanced and inclusive, enabling pupils to make good progress. A key recommendation is to ensure teaching consistently develops pupils' self-motivation, intellectual curiosity and independent thinking skills.

Academic Quality
Good
ISI Standards
Met
Key Strengths
Clear strategic direction informed by school values of virtue, learning and manners
Broad, balanced and inclusive curriculum enabling good pupil progress
Expansive and inclusive co-curricular programme with well-resourced activities
Well-structured PSHE and RSE programme promoting healthy relationships and personal safety
Warm and caring professional relationships supporting pupils' pastoral care and self-esteem
Effective safeguarding arrangements with clear policies and rigorous recruitment checks
Thorough and effective risk management across all aspects of school life
Inclusive and well-balanced physical education programme
Areas for Development
Ensure that teaching consistently enables all pupils to develop self-motivation, intellectual curiosity and the skill to think and learn for themselves
View Full ISI Report (2025-12-02)

Key facts

Founded
1557
Ages
3–19 (Co-ed)
Pupils on roll
1,878
Inspectorate
ISI

About

Brentwood School is a private, coeducational IB World School authorized in 2006 offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Located in Essex, United Kingdom, the school provides mixed boarding and day facilities with English as the language of instruction. The school prepares students for university admission through a comprehensive curriculum across multiple disciplines.

School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.

What Makes This School Different

International Baccalaureate Diploma Prog

Academic Results

A-Level A*
13%
43.3% A*/A

Admissions

What you'll need to submit

  • Online registration form

Admissions contact: [email protected]; 01277243243

Online admissions registration available; full admissions process details not found in crawled content.

Why Families Choose

  • IBDP students average 37 points
  • 75% of Sixth Form students gain university places at first choice
  • Excellent facilities and resources
  • Convenient location near London with direct train access

Fees & Financials

£39,381 per year

Original currency: £39,381 per year.

Boarding Life

Boarding Type
Flexi boarding
Capacity
70 students

Full Boarding

Student Demographics

School Type
co-ed
Age Range
319
Student Body
Boarding capacity70

School Background

Governance & Ownership

private

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Sports Programme

170
teams across 14 sports
Signature Sports
FootballCricketRugby UnionNetballTennis
Teams by Sport
Football
69
teams
Cricket
49
teams
Hockey
24
teams
Tennis
34
teams
Netball
44
teams
Rugby Union
32
teams
Fencing
25
teams
Swimming
17
teams
Cross Country
10
teams
Squash
6
teams
Golf
4
teams
Hockey Sevens
18
teams
Rugby Sevens
5
teams
Chess
7
teams
Also Offered
AthleticsDanceDartsSkiing
Recent Highlights
NationalISFA Girls U18 Cup Final2026
NationalISFA Girls U18 Trophy Final2026
NationalISFA Boys U15 Cup Third Round2026
NationalSOCS All Comers League Rank 10/4162026
Facilities
25m Indoor Swimming PoolThe Courage Hall (12-court badminton/multi-sport arena)Professional Squash CourtsProfessional Tennis CourtsAll-Weather Pitches (AstroTurf)Fitness SuiteGroup Exercise Studios
Director of Sport: Neil Gamester

Notable Alumni

Douglas Adams
author of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
Sir Hardy Amies
couturier and dressmaker to Her Majesty the Queen
Noel Edmonds
broadcaster and TV presenter
Griff Rhys Jones
comedian and actor
Sir Robin Day
broadcaster and political journalist
Frank Lampard
professional footballer

Frequently Asked Questions

The annual fees at Brentwood School are £39,381 per year per academic year.