02 WA L E S Christ College, Brecon “Astonishingly good value... a school which inspires affection and admiration in equal measure.” Good Schools Guide Christ College is one of the oldest and most successful schools in Wales. Founded in 1541 by Henry VIII, it occupies an enviable site on the outskirts of Brecon, in the Brecon Beacons National Park. The school buildings reflect its ancient past as well as its determination to provide the best modern facilities possible for its pupils. There are 400 pupils at Christ College Brecon, a size which enables it to offer a wide range of A-level and GCSE subjects and extra-curricular activities, whilst giving everyone the chance to form close friendships and to develop a real sense of belonging. Sixth Form pupils have access to a Leadership Course enabling them to develop additional team-building, communication and problem-solving skills. Parents and guardians value the outstanding staff:pupil ratio as well as the unique care and C O N TA C T I N F O R M AT I O N concern that pupils receive at Christ College – support from highly qualified and experienced staff which extends beyond the classroom to every aspect of daily life and leads to a high level of achievement in both academic and non-academic areas. “A real boarding school” - listed in the top ten value for money boarding school in the UK by The Telegraph. Head: Mr Gareth Pearson B.Eng Telephone: Fax: Email: Address: +44 (0) 1874 615440 +44 (0) 1874 625174 admissions@christcollegebrecon.com Christ College Brecon Powys LD3 8AF School Type: HMC Co-educational boarding and day Age Range: 7–18 years (youngest boarder 10 years) Contact: Website: 60 Mrs Margaret Stephens, Admissions Registrar www.christcollegebrecon.com UK SCHOOLS DIRECTORY 2019/20