Boarding Development

Boarding Reimagined

Boarding is an important part of our school’s history and contributes to the diversity and international element of our community.

While the school enjoys a rich history, we have consistently embraced innovation. Boarding remains an essential part of this tradition, encouraging cross-cultural friendships and ensuring a high-quality British educational experience for all our students.

Our new purpose-built boarding house has been years in the planning, is sector-leading and offers the highest standard of accommodation and boarding facilities, subdivided into three main sections: a girls’ and boys’ boarding house and a central shared facility.

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Our New Boarding House

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Modern Facilities, Innovative Spaces

The ground floor of the new building houses communal seating, recreation areas and social spaces, including a kitchen and dining area, a common room, boot room, laundry collection room, and a lift so the whole building is fully accessible.

A new Benugo Café acts as a hub for boarding and day students, providing a social gathering space for Sixth Form students, a study space and group meeting venue, and features a covered arcade and access to the courtyard and terrace.

On the upper floor, 122 new single bedrooms offer a home-from-home, featuring cutting-edge university-style accommodation with light and airy private ensuite rooms.

The new building also includes staff accommodation located at each end of the site, connecting to each respective boarding house.

Our new boarding house is a top-tier, supportive, and nurturing environment that fosters academic and personal growth.

Michael Bond

Headmaster

Boarding House Gallery

A modern red-brick building with teal window frames and circular windows, surrounded by landscaped gardens -perfect for those experiencing boarding at Brentwood -with a bench, young trees, and a curved pathway under a partly cloudy sky.

A group of students in uniforms sit around a round table in a bright, modern classroom at the New Boarding House, smiling and talking with each other.

Modern communal kitchen in the New Boarding House features light-coloured cupboards, two rectangular tables with grey chairs, a bowl on one table, tiled splashback, and large windows that fill the space with natural light.

Two young boarders in Brentwood School uniforms sit at a kitchen table with mugs in hand. A fruit stall brimming with oranges and apples sits between them, set against light blue walls and cupboards.

A cosy living room at the New Boarding House features pastel green walls, two beige sofas, a blue sofa, light wooden tables, board games, a window with curtains, and a large TV displaying this morning.

A woman with long hair sits on a grey sofa reading a book in the New Boarding House, facing large windows that overlook a courtyard with tables, chairs, and red brick buildings outside.

A modern red brick building with large arched windows and a courtyard designed for wellbeing, featuring benches, plants, and walkways under a cloudy sky.

A modern canteen for boarding at Brentwood features round tables, teal upholstered chairs, a large pillar, and a tall arched opening to the food counter. Large windows on the right fill the airy space with natural light.

A young student in a school uniform sits at a desk in a bedroom, writing in an exercise book. A chess set, papers, and stationery are on the desk, and the bed and a noticeboard are visible in the background.

A minimalist bedroom in a New Boarding House with beige walls, a single bed with grey bedding, built-in wooden shelves, a wooden wardrobe, carpeted floor, and two closed wooden doors. The room is neat and simply furnished.

A modern communal kitchen in the New Boarding House features light grey cupboards, red tabletops, beige upholstered chairs, and large windows letting in natural light. The space is clean and neatly organised.

A smiling student in a school blazer sits on a sofa in a lounge area, reflecting the warm atmosphere of Boarding at Brentwood, with two other students chatting nearby. Large windows and modern furniture create an inviting space.

Modern lounge area in the New Boarding House features a large arched window, multiple sofas in green and brown tones, several coffee tables, and a wall-mounted television; enjoy views of brick buildings outside the window.

A modern lounge in the New Boarding House features two grey sofas, two white bean bags, a red coffee table, a flat-screen TV on a wooden stand, grey curtains, large windows, and a digital piano in the corner.

A modern red-brick New Boarding House with teal window frames, circular decorative elements, a large arched entrance, and landscaped garden beds in the foreground.

A modern lounge area at the New Boarding House features grey and beige sofas, a coffee table, floor lamp, and bookcase. Large arched windows bathe the space in natural light, revealing trees outside.

Three students in school uniforms sit together on a sofa, working on laptops and reading a book. Engaged in discussion, they enjoy the collaborative spirit of boarding at Brentwood, with large windows and a brick building in the background.

A cosy room in the New Boarding House featuring a comfortable bed and a practical desk.

A student in a dark blazer sits at a wooden desk in her New Boarding House, writing in a notebook. The desk has stationery, a sunflower in a vase, and fairy lights. Behind her is a window and a wall with posters and notes.

A building with tables and chairs, perfect for students enjoying Boarding at Brentwood.

A modern dining area at the New Boarding House with wooden tables and blue chairs, featuring a mural labelled Mill Hill, large windows, an arched doorway, and a mix of round and rectangular tables.

Two people stand at a café counter inside the modern, well-lit food area of the New Boarding House. Sandwiches, pastries, and drinks are displayed beneath a BENUGO sign, with baskets of snacks lining the counter.

Two students in school uniforms stand indoors at the New Boarding House, holding takeaway coffee cups and smiling at the camera. Round tables, blue chairs, and large windows with views of the outdoors complete the inviting scene.

Flexi Boarding

We are delighted to offer students the option of flexi boarding.

This exciting option provides the opportunity to experience the benefits of boarding. It’s ideal for students involved in after-school clubs and activities or who have a long commute to and from school, or simply as preparation for university life.

Our flexi boarding option allows students to choose a two or three (consecutive) night package in a single ensuite bedroom. Our rooms are designed to create a peaceful and comfortable environment, allowing students to focus on their studies while also enjoying their personal space.

We believe that our new boarding facilities, combined with the flexibility of our boarding options, will greatly enhance the school experience for our students.

Please note that students will be interviewed and there are a fixed number of spaces available. For indicative prices, please contact our Boarding Admissions Manager, Brian Hays.

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A modern red-brick building with large arched windows features blue-green outdoor tables and chairs on a patio, surrounded by landscaped greenery and pathways—perfect for experiencing Boarding at Brentwood on a cloudy day.

Green Initiatives and Sustainability

Our new high-spec facilities are energy efficient, and we have used sustainable material choices as part of our push toward sustainable development.

A dedicated outside area with improved landscaping and social areas centre around a courtyard garden to enhance the character of the site and surrounding area, creating a better outdoor experience for boarders.

Extensive new planting and trees offer improved biodiversity and better access to nature for our students. The new grounds also provide ample areas for sports, studying and socialising.

Our New Benugo Café

We’re excited to announce the opening of our Benugo Café, located in the heart of our new boarding house.

Benugo has opened its doors to parents, every weekday morning from 8.30am–10.30am for the rest of this term.

Our Sixth Form and boarders are already loving the new café as a hub to study, socialise and relax, and have given Benugo rave reviews!

Benugo is known for its fresh, seasonal food and award-winning coffee, sourced sustainably.

Take a moment to relax and catch up with fellow parents in our welcoming new space and enjoy barista-style coffee, pastries and sandwiches – the perfect way to start your day after drop-off.

Four students in school uniforms sit around a table in the New Boarding House canteen, eating and chatting. Three have food and drinks, while one holds a coffee cup. Large windows and teal chairs are visible in the background.

Welcome to our Benugo Café

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Direct Transport Links

Brentwood School is located in the town centre close to London, which is just 23 minutes away and has excellent transport links and access to main airports.

The new boarding house is built within the spacious main school campus, making access to school quick and secure. Entrances are located at opposite sides of the courtyard, and a central entrance provides access to the cafe for boarders and Sixth Form to use. There are internal connections between the houses for boarders only.

Building Excellence

Our partnership with architects, Cottrell & Vermeulen Architecture, is long-standing. The same architects worked on the award-winning expansion of the Preparatory School, which included new buildings and the upgrading of existing buildings and the Sixth Form and Bean Academic Centres on the Senior campus.

In 2012, they were the winners of the 2012 RIBA Award for the Sixth Form Centre, in 2016 they secured a Brick Award for Best Education Building with the Bean Academic Centre and in 2022 they won the RIBA East Award for the Preparatory School build.

We enable our students to become the best version of themselves by developing Virtue, Learning and Manners.

Our Vision Statement

Brentwood Boarding combines the best of a busy, vibrant day school with an established boarding tradition set within a close, family atmosphere. Our School values, ‘Virtue, Learning and Manners’ remain a cornerstone of the School’s philosophy today.

Our new Boarding House is a testament to our ambition and aspiration to be the best boarding school we can be for our students, which says a lot about Brentwood and our constant wish to improve and move forward.