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expect from Bryanston
...except a bed.
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from morning until sunset.
Up to now, our day pupils have had the option of a bed for the night.
Now, in response to interest from parents, we are offering a small number of additional day places without a bed.
Pupils who take up these places will join a boarding house, so they will be included in every aspect of daily school life alongside their friends in house.
They will arrive at 8.15am and leave at 6pm. The day pupil bus service leaves at 6.30pm.
Like every pupil at Bryanston, they will have one tutor for the whole of their time here. They will benefit from the Bryanston Method exactly as all our children do.
House life
The house system at Bryanston is a central aspect of school life, with the day beginning and ending in the houses. Pupils start their busy day at the house and head off to lessons, co-curricular activities, and other school events, while also returning to the houses to refuel, prepare for activities, do homework and be part of house life.
My own space
Day pupils have a designated study area within their house, shared with other day pupils. The study area includes a desk and storage for academic materials, equipment for co-curricular activities and sports kit. As pupils progress through the school, this study area becomes more important as they have more opportunities for independent study, individual time with teachers called correction periods, and one-to-one tutoring. Sixth formers have the option to study in a setting of their choice in the main school but can still have the privacy of their own study within their house area.
“Our day pupils will be valued members of their House from Day 1.”
Richard Jones, Head
How the house works
The House vibe
Our twelve houses at Bryanston have unique personalities and provide a home-like environment for pupils. The Houseparent and their team provide excellent pastoral care and work closely with pupils, tutors, the wider staff team and families to support each child’s academic and personal development.
The Houseparent lives in the house and is supported by live-in staff, matrons and a house team. Pupils also have leadership roles as Head of House or House Prefects. The Houseparent is a vital link between the school and parents, with an aim to establish a strong partnership with families while their child is at Bryanston.
Houses at Bryanston are bustling with activity, both planned and ad hoc by the house team and by the pupils themselves. Day pupils are fully included in the social scene and are welcome to stay for evening events, however this must be after discussion with their Houseparent first. Houses work together to create entertainment events and compete in house competitions. House life is all about ‘having a go’ and encourages trying new things and taking risks, even if it means experiencing a ‘heroic failure’ These moments are celebrated just as much as successes.
A full Bryanston life
How much can you fit into a Bry day? - more than you might think!
Bryanston’s outstanding on-site facilities and breadth of activities allow for a highly efficient use of time. Pupils can participate in a wide range of co-curricular activities and receive academic support throughout their day.
BOARDING OFFERING
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7:30 - 8:00 Breakfast
10:45
A snack in-house
and catch up with matron
13:05
Lunch
Catch up with Houseparent
Roll call in-house
18:00
Day ends
19:30 - 21:45
Prep
21:45
Evening Extra Co-Curricular Activities
18:30
Bus departs
Arrival
8:15
In-house
roll call
8:50
Lessons-
3 periods before break
11:10
Lessons
14:25
Lessons
16:40 - 18:00
Games and Co-Curricular Activities
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14:25
Lessons
16:40 - 18:00
Games and Co-Curricular Activities
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BOARDING OFFERING
19:20 onwards
Evening roll call,
prep and co-curricular activities
Transport
Drop off and pick up
Parents can drop off and pick up at their school house or outside the Main Reception.
Are there buses for day pupils?
Yes. Our bus routes will expand in September 2023. We will run a morning and evening pick up and drop off service from Monday to Friday, plus a pickup only service on Saturday morning. The bus will arrive at school in time for house assemblies and leave at 6:30pm.
Please see our map for the current route and express your interest for future routes at
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Bryanston School, Blandford,
Dorset. DT11 0PX
+44 (0)1258 452411
daytransport@bryanston.co.uk
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We are happy to answer
any questions…
Can I have breakfast and supper at School?
After discussion with your Houseparent (Housemaster or Housemistress), you can arrive early for breakfast and stay for supper.
There will be an additional charge.
Can I stay late for after-school events?
Yes, you can stay for a school commitment e.g. academic lectures, orchestra or a school trip. This must be discussed with and permission given by the Houseparent.
Can I join in for weekend activities and events?
Yes, pupils can join in for weekend and social activities but only after discussion and permission given by the Houseparent.
Will I have a space in the house for my possessions and sports kit?
Yes, you will have a space to call your own within a study area and a changing space for sport.
Can I have a bed for ad hoc stays?
Sorry, that won’t be possible unless you become either a full boarder or day pupil
with a bed.
What are the fees for a day place without bed?
From September 2023 the fee for a day place without bed will be £10,350 per term.
How many day pupils are there?
Our day spaces are very limited and will initially only be available to pupils joining the School from September 2023 onwards.
Can I change from boarding to day – or day to boarding?
Most pupils join Bryanston as a full-time boarder. A change can happen but it is subject to availability. If parents don’t know whether they would like their child to be a boarder or a day pupil, please talk to our Admissions team, who will help you to explore the options further and find the right solution for your child.
Are bursaries and scholarships available?
Yes, we have a range of scholarships as well as bursaries available to any pupil, irrespective of day or boarding status.
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Can I have more details about the daily minibus service?
We aim to make your child’s minibus journey to Bryanston as seamless as possible. We offer multiple minibus route into school, priced according to distance zones, with fixed stops for each route. Most daily journeys cost a book-ahead fee of £8, with discounts for block bookings and a surcharge for non-booked trips. In September, there will be a small increase in outer-zone prices. For day transport information and questions, please email us at daytransport@bryanston.co.uk.
What are the fees for various options available at Bryanston?
There are now three ways your child can come to Bryanston: as a full boarder – fees are £14,450 per term; as a day pupil with the option of a bed - £ 11,850 per term; and as a day only pupil - £10,350 per term.
What are the next steps...? Bryanston’s admissions process
At Bryanston, we believe that a successful fit between our School and our pupils is the key to a fulfilling and successful education. Our admissions process is carefully designed to ensure that we gain a clear and insightful understanding of all our prospective pupils, while allowing the child and their parents to get to know us better too.
We want all our pupils to feel comfortable, valued, and supported during their time at Bryanston and that starts with finding the right fit. So, if you are considering Bryanston for your child, we invite you to explore our admissions process and discover all that our School has to offer by visiting our website - www.bryanston.co.uk/admissions
Bryanston School,
Blandford,
Dorset. DT11 0PX
+44 (0)1258 452411
Bryanston School, Blandford,
Dorset. DT11 0PX
+44 (0)1258 452411
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BOARDING OFFERING
7:30 - 8:00
Breakfast
8:15
In-house
roll call
8:50
Lessons-
3 periods before break
11:10
Lesson
10:45
A snack in-house
and catch up with matron
14:25
Lesson
13:05
Lunch
Catch up with HsM
Roll call in-house
16:40 - 18:00
Games and Extra Curricular Activites
18:00
Day ends
End of Day
18:30
Bus departs
19:30 - 21:45
Prep
21:45
Evening Extra Curricular Activities
Arrival
DAY OFFERING