Christ College, Brecon

Bangor, United Kingdom

  • Day School

  • 1541

  • £ 10.2K-10.2K

    • British

School History & Details

Christ College, Brecon is a co-educational independent boarding and day school located in Brecon, Wales. Founded in 1541, it is one of the oldest schools in Wales and has a rich history of academic excellence and sporting achievement.

    School Values

  • Academic excellence
  • Responsibility
  • Sympathy

    • Christ College, Brecon values academic excellence, community, diversity, personal responsibility, and respect for others. These values are reflected in its academic programs, pastoral care, and extracurricular activities, and are designed to prepare students to be responsible global citizens.

School Achievements

Achievements

Christ College, Brecon has a long history of academic achievement. It consistently ranks among the top independent schools in Wales and the UK, with a high percentage of students going on to study at leading universities. In recent years, its students have achieved excellent results in A-levels, GCSEs, and other exams, and have received numerous academic awards and scholarships.
School Achievements

Non-Academic Achievements

Christ College, Brecon has a strong tradition of non-academic achievements, including in sports, music, drama, and community service. Its students regularly compete and win at regional, national, and international levels in sports such as rugby, hockey, and cricket. The school has a vibrant music and drama program, with students participating in concerts, plays, and musical productions throughout the year. Additionally, the school encourages community service and has a range of programs that enable students to volunteer and give back to the local community.
Notable Alumni

Notable Alumni

Christ College, Brecon has a distinguished alumni community that includes notable figures in politics, academia, business, and the arts. Some of its well-known alumni include the former Prime Minister of the UK, David Lloyd George, the Nobel Prize-winning chemist, Sir Derek Barton, the actor, Matthew Rhys, and the rugby player, Sam Warburton. Many of its alumni have gone on to achieve success in a wide range of fields and have made significant contributions to society.

School Information

Christ College, Brecon's campus is situated on a 33-acre site in the Brecon Beacons National Park. It features a mix of modern and historic buildings, including a 19th-century chapel, a science block,...View moreView Less

Gareth Pearson

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+44(0)1874 615 440

Christ College, Brecon, Powys, LD3 8AF, UK

Subjects & Curriculum Offered

  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • Physics
  • Arabic
  • Mathematics
  • Psychology
  • Computer Science
  • Economics
  • Business Studies
  • History
  • Sociology
  • Geography
  • Accounting
  • Information and Communication Technology
  • Physical Education
  • Art & Design
  • Environmental Management (EVM)
  • English – Language & Literature 
  • Ancient History
  • Food Preparation & Nutrition
  • Geology
  • Marine Science
  • Moral Education
  • Science
  • English
  • Humanities and Social Sciences
  • Social Studies
  • Foreign Languages
  • Islamic Studies
  • Design Technology
  • Music
  • Further Mathematics

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