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Gr. 10 to Gr. 12 — Brentwood wasn’t just a school to me; it was a stage, a canvas, a lab, and a second home. The... Mr. Patel’s steady presence was like a metronome for the school, always reliable, encouraging, and consistent. He wasn't just the Head of School, but he was also part of the community. I respected the admin team because they... I honestly think the teachers at Brentwood were phenomenal. I felt seen. Mr. Wardrop taught English like it was performance art, and Ms. Pham made even pre-calc engaging with her contagious energy. They loved their subjects, a... Brentwood’s academic culture is one of exploration and balance. The pressure was there all the time, especially during assessment blocks, but it wasn’t that bad, honestly. Students took pride in their work, but we didn’t... Brentwood students are vibrant, driven, and full of personality. You had future engineers, poets, athletes, and activists sharing dorm kitchens. What earned respect wasn’t perfection but authenticity. The school had students... Overall, I really enjoyed my time at Brentwood. Was it always easy? No, but the structure, support, and strong community made the experience meaningful. What contributed most to my quality of life was dorm life and routine. Li... Mill Bay isn’t a booming metropolis, but it doesn’t need to be. The campus backs onto the ocean. Some of my best thinking happened while sitting at the dock or walking back from the boathouse at dusk. Students didn’t nee... My application process felt personal. I had a Zoom interview with the drama lead, and it wasn’t intimidating, just a conversation. They wanted to get to know me, not a version of me polished for a brochure. I submitted a vid... The university counselling program at Brentwood was one of the strongest parts of my Grade 12 year. Mr. Rodrigues and the counselling team were approachable, organized, and genuinely invested in helping each of us find the rig... |
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Gr. 10 to Gr. 12 — Brentwood College School gave me the space to grow into a more confident, capable version of my... The leadership at Brentwood was approachable, fair, and visible. Mr. Patel, who was Head of School during my time there, really stood out for his calm, consistent presence. He’d show up to house meetings, school plays, and w... The teaching at Brentwood was one of its biggest strengths. Teachers were passionate about their subjects and constantly pushed us to think deeper and make real-world connections. Ms. Miller in economics was a major influence ... Brentwood’s academic program was hectic but well-supported. Students took their work seriously, but the atmosphere wasn’t all-kill; it was collaborative. During assessment blocks, the pressure was real, but there were also... Brentwood students are diverse, ambitious, and really engaged. There is no one type of student who fits in. You’ll find high-performance athletes, musicians, debaters, coders, and activists often all in the same dorm hallway... Student life at Brentwood was structured but full of personality. The rhythm of each day gave us direction through breakfast, classes, activities, and study, but within that structure, we found our own routines. I loved life i... Mill Bay is peaceful and scenic. The oceanfront campus was one of my favourite parts of school life because you could literally study with a view of the water or take a walk on the dock after a long day. Students didn’t ofte... I remember being nervous about the admissions process, but once I spoke with the admissions team, those nerves disappeared. They weren’t trying to trap me with tricky questions, but they just wanted to know who I was, what I... The university counselling team was one of the most helpful resources in my senior year. Mr. Rodrigues and the team gave us timelines, checklists, and personalized meetings where we could ask anything from essay edits to caree... |
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Gr. 11 to Gr. 12 — Having been from Vancouver originally and always having an analytical bent, I was drawn to Bren... Brentwood leadership truly excelled with their concern and approachability. I always sensed that the administration cared about students and went out of their way to create a positive, good community. Mr. Patel was often pres... The teaching at Brentwood College School was truly one of the best parts of my experience. Instructors were not only extremely competent and extremely passionate about their subjects, but also highly committed to assisting stu... At Brentwood College School, I experienced an enriching academic life that adequately equipped me for what was to come. The administration, as well as the excellent teachers like Mr. Miller, were keenly committed to student su... Brentwood's student body was more like one big family, even though the school is not super gigantic. I really loved that everybody was so diverse and there were people who came from all these various backgrounds, and it made f... My years at Brentwood were actually very good. I generally looked forward to going to school every day. What made student life so enjoyable was how hard people worked at making the community fun and supportive. There were also... Brentwood's location on Vancouver Island is absolutely one of its best-kept secrets. The school sits literally on the ocean, and waking up to that each morning never ceased to surprise me. While the campus itself contained ev... If you're thinking about applying to Brentwood, my absolute best advice is: be yourself. The admissions committee isn't just looking for perfect grades or a heavily loaded résumé; instead, they're trying to get a feel for wh... The counseling at Brentwood University was helpful, especially on technical things related to applications, such as deadlines, letters of recommendation, and getting transcripts to where they had to go. The counselors were fri... |
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Gr. 10 to Gr. 12 — When I think back to my time at Brentwood, I remember the feeling of being part of something bi... One thing that stood out to me at Brentwood was how visible and approachable the leadership team was. You’d see Mr. Patel walking around campus, chatting with students or stopping by the dining hall. It didn’t feel like th... The teachers at Brentwood were honestly one of the best parts of my experience. They didn’t just teach, but they cared. I always felt like my teachers saw more than just my grades or attendance; they saw me as a whole person... The academic program at Brentwood challenged me in the best way. It was never about just memorizing facts or checking boxes, but also it was about learning how to think, how to ask questions, and how to keep pushing forward ev... Brentwood’s student body was incredibly diverse and not just in terms of nationality, but also in interests, personalities, and life stories. I met students from places I’d only ever read about, and we connected over share... Life at Brentwood was a mix of structure and freedom. I genuinely loved being there. The routine was busy because of classes, sports, arts, and house duties, but it was balanced in a way that didn’t feel overwhelming. What m... Brentwood’s location is honestly one of the first things that takes your breath away, or at least it took mine; it's right by the ocean, surrounded by forest and mountains. It felt like living in a dream. Because of its isol... The admissions process at Brentwood was one of the first times I felt truly seen as more than just a student on paper. Coming from abroad all the way from Africa, I was nervous, but the team, especially the person who intervie... Brentwood’s university counselling program was a major source of support in my final year. I wasn’t just given lists of schools, but I was encouraged to think deeply about what kind of environment I wanted to grow in. When... |
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Gr. 10 to Gr. 12 — My experiences as a Brentonian were STELLAR. However, adjusting to boarding school life can be ... Mr. Bud Patel was Head of School at Brentwood; he was in the right place at the perfect time. He had the ability to connect with students and families, share a clearly articulated vision for the school, and create a place of c... I genuinely like all my teachers, so selecting a single favorite is challenging. However, I would like to mention a few who have profoundly impacted me. My House Master, Mr. Snow, a true and fair disciplinarian who’s plain-s... The atmosphere of any private school can be a bit “cliquey," but the overall quality of the education/experiences at Brentwood far outweighed that negative. It’s much easier to be academically focused in an environment lik... The SAC is the student-led committee responsible for social events at the School throughout the year. Student volunteers from all grades organize and host large and small social events and international dinners and assist with... The Interhouse Competitions were important to our Student Life experience at Brentwood. There are four sister/brother house teams: Mackenzie/Ellis, Allard/Rogers, Hope/Privett, and Alexandra/Whittall. Throughout the year, thes... Brentwood College School is located on the west coast of Canada, in Mill Bay, BC. The spectacular oceanfront campus sets the backdrop. It is just a short trip from the Bay Area, making it a convenient and accessible option for... The application process was easy for me, and I was paired with an alum to familiarize myself with and address any questions I may have. The only way to truly understand the Brentwood experience is by talking to others who have... With the global pandemic behind us, we believed post-secondary admissions might return to normal last year. But the landscape continued to be challenging for us students, with selectivity ramping up ever further. Yet, the Bren... |
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