INTRODUCTION:

Located in Brentwood, Essex, Brentwood School is a private day and boarding school that was founded in 1558. The school uses the 'Diamond Model,' offering separate instruction from 11 to 16 years old, coeducational experiences up to age 11, and a mixed-gender Sixth Form. Situated on 72 acres of property in the heart of Brentwood, the school boasts a rich history reflected in its Grade II listed buildings, Victorian chapel, and Tudor schoolroom. It is also a member of major educational conferences and organizations. Brentwood School, which aims to instill a love of learning, creates an environment that is both caring and intellectually stimulating. It pushes students to pursue academic success and intellectual curiosity in a wide range of subjects, including languages, the sciences, the humanities, and wellbeing.

Beyond the classroom, Brentwood School offers a wide choice of extracurricular excursions to further develop students' confidence, leadership abilities, teamwork, and dedication to service. The school places a strong emphasis on the overall development of its pupils because it understands the value of both intellectual and personal development. The Diamond Model, which is utilized by 12 other educational institutions across the nation, enables customized instruction and pastoral support, meeting the unique needs of each gender during the formative years and preparing pupils for achievement in the Sixth Form, university, and their future careers. Although males and girls attend different classrooms during adolescence, the model makes sure that there are plenty of opportunities for social interaction, which adds to comprehensive schooling.

ADMISSION GUIDELINES:

June's Open Morning is a great chance to take a guided tour of the school and hear from the head of the department. All year long, there are group tours available. They offer a chance to observe the school in operation, speak with faculty and current students, and enjoy an afternoon tea with the head or senior deputy head.

Oversubscription Criteria:

There are no oversubscription criteria.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Registration is the initial stage in the admissions process, and it costs £100. The registration fee is non-refundable. November of the year before the year of entrance is the deadline. The institution employs an online entrance exam to evaluate students before allowing them to enroll. By December 4th, the applicant may take this test at Brentwood School or their present school. A senior staff member will be interviewed as well.

CATHCHMENT AREA:

There is no catchment area for the school.

EXAM FORMAT:

The admission evaluation for Brentwood School 11+ consists of:

Ø  ISEB Common Pretest

The Pretest is a computer-based evaluation designed to test your child's proficiency in the following areas: English, math, verbal, and nonverbal reasoning.

PREPARATION AND TARGET TEST SCORES:

With well-researched and current questions, our practice exams accurately replicate the Brentwood School 11+ exam. They provide a structured approach to 11+ exam preparation that can assist you in determining your child's strong and weak knowledge areas. Our practice exams will not only help you spot your child's possible flaws but also their strengths, allowing you to modify their study plan accordingly. A well-planned revision strategy that emphasizes studying "little and often" should make the preparation process a little less taxing.

Summary:

Name: Brentwood School

School Type:  Independent Co-ed Day and Boarding School

School Website: https://www.brentwoodschool.co.uk/

County: Essex

Address: Middleton Hall Lane, Brentwood CM15 8EE

Email: curtisk@brentwood.essex.sch.uk

Phone: 01277 243 314

Number of Places Available: 1530 (Approx.)

11+ Exam Date: (Unknown)

Exam Format: ISEB Pretest

This information was last updated in December 2024.