Laughter and smiles echo through the halls, late-night conversations are a staple, and the legendary tales of Little Boy Blue and the mysterious power of the “Purple House” still linger within the walls of the oldest buildings on Brentwood’s campus – Alexandra House. At Alexandra, a unique and vibrant culture thrives, creating a home away…
Allard Open House: A Night to Remember in the Coral Reef The first open house of 2025 made a splash as students gathered in the Coral Reef on Saturday, January 18, for a night of liveliness and celebration. Hosted by the Allard Mermaids, the event brought together students from various years, setting the tone for…
Brentwood’s first Open House of the year was an exhilarating event, buzzing with excitement and energy. As students arrived, the lively sounds of music, laughter, and animated conversations filled the air. Kade G, Rogers ‘25, perfectly described the event’s hype by noting that the event was a “lively buzz, filled with energy” perfectly encapsulating the…
As the excitement of Orientation seems to pacify our new arrivals and nerves turn into anticipation for the year ahead, new and old students alike get to experience the last memorable event that wraps up Orientation. Eco-Challenge is a long-standing tradition at Brentwood that is made up of several outdoor events including canoeing, single and…
In the spring of 1964, my father, Tony Carr, jumped on a ferry and went from Dublin, Ireland to downtown London to meet up with the Headmaster of Brentwood College. There was a job opening for a math and chemistry teacher and an opportunity to coach some rowing and rugby and “free” accommodation if he…
Another year has passed in Alex House, filled with waves of joy, wonder, sweet laughter, sadness, happiness – all the fixings. As a house, and as individuals, Alex has surfed these waves with grace. Now, we find our hearts overflowing with memories to cherish and hold dear. On September 5th, 2023 17 radiant personalities were…
Ellis House has once again completed a terrific year. As the seasons went on and the number of brunches dwindled, our house began to feel like a family full of laughter, inside jokes, and fun. Many of these fun times were facilitated by the 9s, who always knew how to have a good time. The…
On September 5, 2023, 20 new mermaids joined Allard, flooding the reef with eagerness & anticipation. Working alongside the returning mermaids, we did what Allard does best: form a community. Topping our reef off with 65 students, the Prefects & I were excited to try our hands at keeping Allard’s culture alive. From the tradition…
Here is a little trip down memory lane … We started the year off stongly by welcoming 24 amazing new Hopelings. After a quick round of our traditional (and awkward) rendition of speed dating with the Privett boys we proved ourselves with a convincing win at Fun & Games. Welcoming back the returners, Hope finally…