The art department , housed in beautiful buildings overlooking the River Pang, attracts large numbers of pupils, many of whom choose to develop the discipline at a higher level after leaving school. Design also has dedicated premises and has enjoyed major successes over recent years, with several of its pupils winning national prizes for the quality of work produced. More importantly, the Design Centre and Art Schools are the focus for many pupils who want to pursue their skills and interests without ever seeking a formal academic award. Music , too, plays an important part in Bradfield life, with over half of all pupils leaving having studied at least one musical instrument. There are many opportunities to develop these musical skills in formal ensemble, chamber and orchestral playing, as well as the many informal bands and groups organised by pupils themselves.
Choral music enjoys a particularly high reputation.
Bradfield choirs have visited many parts of the globe in recent years and all who enjoy singing are encouraged to take part, whatever their ability. For many years now Bradfield has been renowned for the range of opportunity in drama offered to its pupils, as well as for the quality of its presentations. Major school productions, including classical works performed in the original Greek , are underpinned by a busy programme of smaller scale productions, some of which are written by pupils and staff and directed through year groups, departments or Houses. Pupils are encouraged to become involved not just in acting but also in the variety of backstage work. Back to top Sporting Activities Bradfield seeks to promote a positive, lifelong approach to sport and leisure through the provision of choice and opportunity and through the development of excellence in those who choose to pursue an activity to a higher level.