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Christ College, Brecon

Brecon, Powys, United Kingdom LD3 8AF — Located on the edge of the market town of Brecon; two minutes walk from town centre
""Possunt Quia Posse Videntur" <br />("They achieve because they believe they can")"
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Annual Fees$ 5,745 – $ 10,977

Christ College, Brecon is an international school in Brecon, United Kingdom. Founded in 1541. It serves 375 students. Annual tuition ranges from $5,745 to $10,977 USD.

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Location & Getting There

Brecon, Powys, United Kingdom LD3 8AFOpen in Maps
Located on the edge of the market town of Brecon; two minutes walk from town centre

NanaSays Scorecard

Est. 1541
Year Founded
375
Students Enrolled
Boarding Available

Key Details

Accreditations
BSA
Languages of Instruction
English

Key facts

Founded
1541
Ages
(Co-ed)
Pupils on roll
375
Inspectorate
ISI

About

Christ College, Brecon was founded by Henry VIII in 1541 and sits at the foot of the Brecon Beacons in Wales. The school blends historic buildings including a 13th century chapel with modern facilities including a £2M Science Centre and Performing Arts Centre. It offers day and full boarding options with strong emphasis on outdoor pursuits, pastoral care, and personal challenge.

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

Why Families Choose

  • Historic foundation by Henry VIII
  • Outstanding natural beauty location
  • Outdoor pursuits and water sports
  • Modern facilities alongside historic buildings
  • Boarding and day options
  • Pastoral care

Fees & Financials

£4,524 – £8,648

Original currency: £4,524 – £8,648.

Admissions Details

Entrance Exam
own written assessment and interview
Application Deadline
By 30 April for Year 1-6, by 24 November for Year 7-10 and Sixth Form

Boarding Life

Boarding Type
Day and boarding
Capacity
208 students

Day Boarding, Flexi Boarding, Full Boarding, Weekly Boarding (Monday to Friday)

Student Life

Houses
St. Nicholas (boysgirls aged 4–10)<br> Alway (boys

Facilities & Programmes

Sports
Canoeing
Fishing
Sailing
Windsurfing
Arts
Drama
Music
LAMDA Speech and Drama
Academic
Science Centre
Performing Arts Centre
Chapel
Dining Hall
Co-Curricular
Canoeing
Fishing
Sailing
Windsurfing
Outdoor Pursuits

Student Demographics

School Type
Co-educational
Student Body
Boarding capacity208

School Background

Governance & Ownership

Independent

Sports Programme

Facilities
CanoeingFishingSailingWindsurfing

Frequently Asked Questions

The annual fees at Christ College, Brecon are £4,524 – £8,648 per academic year.