Languages

In addition to extensive teaching of English as a Second Language, two other languages are always offered in the School, at present French and Spanish. It is not unusual for someone at Brockwood to speak two or three languages and, because there are so many nationalities, those studying a language can usually find a native speaker happy to offer some practice.

Humanities

We have a global outlook in the humanities. We encourage students to come to their own understanding of social, economic, political and religious issues through rigorous and informed reasoning and creative thinking. Classes are designed to facilitate discussion and there is always attention to the student's individual needs and questions.

Mathematics and science

We feel that it is important for our students to develop a deep understanding and appreciation of the intellectual achievements and insights that underlie the course content of these subjects. We want students to learn the necessity for clear, precise, orderly thinking rather than simply to master mechanical procedures to solve problems.

Art

The art programme aims to deepen the student's understanding of authentic creativity through inquiry and experimentation. Activities are designed to explore and develop visual skills, but we are more concerned with attitudes and craftmanship than with producing a certain kind of art product.

The performing arts

Dance, music and drama have an international flavour at Brockwood and permeate the life of the School. As with much else that happens at Brockwood, students play a major role in determining the focus of these classes and sometimes take sole responsibility for an entire production. The performing arts present excellent opportunities for students to overcome inhibitions, gain self-confidence, develop new skills and work together towards productions that are a feature of every term.

Care for the earth

AStudents develop a deeper appreciation and care for the natural world through their work on the School grounds. Whether designing, planting and tending their own plots or working in the School's organic kitchen garden or its extensive parkland, students at Brockwood develop a working relationship with nature.