Brentwood College School

Canada, Mill Bay

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees CA$35,700 - 105,000

Ages Not listed

Pupil numbers 545

Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)

Opened 1923

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

Curriculum Canadian Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)

Taught languages French, Mandarin, Spanish

Strengths Sport, STEM, Academic Enrichment

Clubs Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Lifestyle and Wellbeing

Stages Secondary School, Senior Secondary School

Introduction

Brentwood College School is a private, six-day boarding school on a 90-acre oceanfront campus in Mill Bay, British Columbia, just outside Victoria. It offers a Canadian curriculum with Advanced Placement courses, preparing students for university through a flexible schedule. The School runs a Tripartite Program in academics, arts, and athletics, with mornings devoted to study, afternoons to arts or sports, and evenings for prep. Courses emphasize experiential learning, including marine biology and oceanography contexts, plus cultural trips that foster global mindedness. Facilities include the five school buildings and the Centre for Innovation and Learning, a 72,000 sq ft hub with a boathouse, Learning Neighbourhoods, a Science Superlab, and Waterfront Learning Spaces. The Eldon and Anne Foote Athletic Centre powers extensive athletics, with a large gym, climbing wall, squash courts, and therapy suites. Outdoor education and a robust arts program complement academic study, supported by a strong community and service ethos.

www.brentwood.ca

2735 Mount Baker Road, Mill Bay, BC, Canada V8H 1K8

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The Essentials

Location

The school is located on an oceanfront campus in Mill Bay, British Columbia. The address is 2735 Mount Baker Road, Mill Bay, BC V8H 1K8, Canada.

Type

boarding school

Pupil Nationality Mix

Students from more than 50 countries attend Brentwood College School each year.

Additional learning support

Student support services are provided.

Country affiliation

Canada

School day structure

Academic classes take place in the morning; afternoons are dedicated to arts and athletics on alternating days; classes are held six days a week with longer holiday breaks and mid-term trips.

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Fees

Application & Registration Fees

- Non-refundable application fee: CAD 300, payable with the application.
- New student registration fee: CAD 5,000, payable in addition to tuition and due with your first payment in May.

Tuition (2026/27) — by student type (annual amounts in CAD)

- Grade 8 (Day): CAD 35,700.
- Day student (general day category): CAD 40,700.
- BC Boarding: CAD 74,400 (includes room and board).
- Canadian Boarding: CAD 75,900 (includes room and board).
- U.S. Boarding: CAD 93,000 (includes room and board). Fees for U.S. boarders are due in full by the stated due date.
- International Boarding: CAD 105,000 (includes room and board). Fees for international boarders are due in full by the stated due date.

Per-term / instalment detail and monthly plan (2026/27 billing schedule)

- In-Full payment option: full tuition payable by May 15, 2026; families who pay in full by that date receive a 1% credit on net tuition applied in July.

- Three-instalment schedule (amounts and due dates):
- Grade 8 (CAD 35,700): CAD 17,850 due May 15, 2026; CAD 8,925 due Aug 31, 2026; CAD 8,925 due Nov 30, 2026.
- Day student (CAD 40,700): CAD 20,350 due May 15, 2026; CAD 10,175 due Aug 31, 2026; CAD 10,175 due Nov 30, 2026.
- BC Boarding (CAD 74,400): CAD 37,200 due May 15, 2026; CAD 18,600 due Aug 31, 2026; CAD 18,600 due Nov 30, 2026.
- Canadian Boarding (CAD 75,900): CAD 37,950 due May 15, 2026; CAD 18,975 due Aug 31, 2026; CAD 18,975 due Nov 30, 2026.

- Nine-month (monthly) payment plan (May 2026 – Jan 2027):
- Grade 8: CAD 3,967 per month. Families selecting this option must set up pre-authorized debit by May 1.
- Day student: CAD 4,522 per month. Pre-authorized debit required by May 1.
- BC Boarding: CAD 8,267 per month. Pre-authorized debit required by May 1.
- Canadian Boarding: CAD 8,433 per month. Pre-authorized debit required by May 1.

- U.S. and International Boarding: tuition amounts (CAD 93,000 and CAD 105,000) are stated as due in full by May 15, 2026; instalment or monthly schedules are not listed for these categories.

Enrolment deposits and refundable/non-refundable treatment

- Enrolment deposit (applied to student fees in July):
- New Day students: CAD 7,500 (upon acceptance; non-refundable). Returning Day students: CAD 2,500 (due Jan 23, 2026; non-refundable).
- New BC/Canadian boarders: CAD 11,000 (upon acceptance; non-refundable). Returning boarders: CAD 6,000 (due Jan 23, 2026; non-refundable).
- New U.S./International boarders: CAD 25,000 (upon acceptance; CAD 11,000 of this portion is non-refundable). Returning U.S./International boarders: CAD 6,000 (due Jan 23, 2026; non-refundable).
- Grade 12 student deposit: CAD 1,500 charged at the beginning of the school year; it is credited back to the account at year-end and refunded via the June statement.

Incidentals deposit

- Additional incidentals deposit: CAD 2,500 due by May 15, 2026, to cover incidental costs beyond tuition (uniform purchases and other individual student charges). A credit balance at year end will be carried forward or refunded.

Other expected costs and typical miscellaneous expenses

- School uniform: approximately CAD 1,500.
- Clothing alterations and dry-cleaning: CAD 5–70 per item. House or program apparel: up to CAD 150. Team sports gear: up to CAD 150. Golf membership: approximately CAD 300. Hockey program: approximately CAD 325. Lifesaving: approximately CAD 350. First Aid/CPR: approximately CAD 100.
- SCUBA program: CAD 1,100–1,700. Private music lessons: approximately CAD 90 per 1-hour session. Extra tutoring: CAD 70 per 1-hour session. Camera rental: CAD 165. SAT/PSAT/AP exam fees: up to CAD 200. Textbooks and novels: approximately CAD 10–100; no refunds for textbooks not returned by end of year.
- Health centre / insurance and medical costs: health insurance approximately CAD 1,000; medical appointment charges at cost plus a CAD 15–30 administration fee; transport to/from appointments CAD 35–50; immunizations CAD 25–510; athletic therapy CAD 25; prescriptions and supplies at cost.

Refunds and withdrawal policy

- Withdrawal by family during the school year: 50% of the remainder of the academic year's tuition will be refunded; the refund calculation date is the date the School receives official written notice of withdrawal. The School may consider additional refunds if accompanied by a physician's note.
- Dismissal by the School: the School may, at its discretion, refund 50% of the remainder of the academic year's tuition.
- Withdrawal due to travel restriction or study permit refusal for non-Canadian students: if the family notifies the School prior to August 1 of that academic year, the full tuition and registration fee for that year will be refunded in full.

Fee payment options and international payment methods

- Cheque or bank draft payable in Canadian funds to ‘Brentwood College School'. Payments received in U.S. funds are converted at the bank's deposit date exchange rate.
- Credit card payments: accepted via Plastiq or by submitting a Credit Card Authorization Form to accounts@brentwood.ca; the application fee can be paid directly through the application portal.
- Canadian online banking and pre-authorized debit (PAD) arrangements: bill-pay setup and PAD forms are accepted for Canadian bank account holders; PAD forms require submission with a void cheque by the stated deadlines.
- International payments: Flywire is available for international bank transfers or credit card payments in the payer's home currency.

Discounts and financial assistance

- Sibling discount: 5% discount on each student's net tuition fees for students from the same family enrolled in the same year.
- Financial assistance: a needs-based financial assistance program is available and administered through the school's financial aid process (participation in an external FACS program is part of the process).

Academics

Curriculum

Brentwood College School provides a university preparatory curriculum built around authentic learning opportunities. The academic schedule is flexible, enabling students to take courses that fit their learning needs and provide strong academic support. Brentwood operates a Tripartite Program with mornings devoted to academics, afternoons to arts or athletics, and evenings to Prep for study, and the six-day weekly schedule supports balance. The curriculum emphasizes experiential learning and learning outside the classroom, including marine biology and oceanography contexts and cultural trips, with a focus on global mindedness. AP courses are offered; these College Board-designed courses can translate into university credits, with exams in May and biology/chemistry often beginning in Grade 11.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates attend 57 universities across five Canadian provinces, seven US states, and 11 countries. About 70% of graduates pursue post-secondary study in Canada, roughly 10% in the United States, and just over 20% in other countries. Destinations include universities such as the University of Victoria, University of British Columbia, University of Toronto, Duke University, Georgetown University, and the University of California, Berkeley, among others.

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Admissions

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Three-stage application process: 1) Online application: Create an account and save progress; you may save the form at any time without submitting it; you will receive a confirmation email upon submission; the application includes sections for both the parent/guardian and the student, with as much detail as possible to help Brentwood understand the student's interests and goals; there are special considerations for Day Student Applicants; International Families – Please Note: due to high demand for places for the 2026/27 school year, contact admissions before starting your application. 2) Submit supporting documents and payment: Use the itemized action list; submit documents as PDFs with English translations where necessary; you will need one academic recommendation from the student's most recent teacher (English or Mathematics preferred; otherwise another academic subject), one personal recommendation from someone outside the family, school reports, passport-style photo, birth certificate and passport copies, and a $300 non-refundable application fee; recommendations should be emailed to admissions@brentwood.ca; payment methods include Bank Draft or Personal Cheque payable to Brentwood College School (US funds converted to Canadian dollars), Credit Card via Plastiq or a Credit Card Authorization Form, Online Banking for Canadian residents, Pre-Authorized Debit, and Flywire for international payments. 3) Tour, Test, and Interview: Campus tours can be arranged by appointment most weeks Monday through Saturday starting at 10:00 am; a 30-minute aptitude test is required and can be administered during a visit or off campus, with SSAT results also accepted; candidates will have a personal interview with the Director or Associate Director of Admissions lasting about 20–30 minutes, either on campus or via Zoom; Day student applicants: Canadian citizens living permanently in the area are eligible to apply as day students, and the vast majority of day student places are offered at Grade 8.

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FAQs

Where is Brentwood College School located?

Brentwood sits on a 90-acre oceanfront campus in Mill Bay, British Columbia, at 2735 Mount Baker Road, Mill Bay, BC V8H 1K8, Canada. The coastal setting provides water views and ample outdoor learning space.

Is Brentwood a boarding school, and what grades does it serve?

Brentwood is a co-educational boarding school offering secondary education, including Grade 8 and Grade 12 programs. It uses a six-day schedule with on-campus housing to support a full-time boarding community.

How is the daily schedule structured at Brentwood?

Brentwood follows a Tripartite Program with mornings devoted to academics, afternoons to arts or athletics, and evenings for prep. The six-day week is designed to balance studying, activities, and rest.

What are the tuition options for different student types?

Tuition varies by student type. For 2026/27, Grade 8 Day is CAD 35,700; Day students CAD 40,700; BC Boarding CAD 74,400; Canadian Boarding CAD 75,900; U.S. Boarding CAD 93,000; International Boarding CAD 105,000.

What other fees should families expect when enrolling?

There is a non-refundable CAD 300 application fee and a CAD 5,000 new-student registration fee. Enrolment deposits and an incidental deposit are due, with amounts depending on boarding status, plus costs for uniforms and other supplies.

Are there financial aid options or discounts for international families?

Brentwood offers needs-based financial assistance through its financial aid process. There is also a 5% sibling discount on net tuition for families enrolling multiple children in the same year.

What is distinctive about Brentwood's curriculum?

Brentwood provides a university preparatory curriculum built around authentic learning and experiential experiences outside the classroom. AP courses are offered with May exams, and Biology and Chemistry often begin in Grade 11.

Which universities do Brentwood graduates typically attend?

Graduates go to 57 universities across five Canadian provinces, seven US states, and 11 other countries. Destinations include the University of Victoria, UBC, University of Toronto, Duke, Georgetown, and UC Berkeley.

Do students have access to AP courses and university credit?

Yes, AP courses are available and can translate into university credits, with AP exams held in May. Biology and Chemistry are commonly started in Grade 11.

What are Brentwood's main facilities for academics and learning?

The campus includes five buildings plus the Centre for Innovation and Learning, a 72,000-square-foot facility with a boathouse, Learning Neighbourhoods, a Science Superlab, a Collaborative Atrium, and Waterfront Learning Spaces. The Learning Commons supports collaborative and individual study with breakout rooms.

What athletic and outdoor facilities does Brentwood have?

The Eldon and Anne Foote Athletic Centre is a 60,000-square-foot complex with a large gym, squash courts, cardio rooms, and a climbing wall. Outdoor facilities include four grass fields, a turf field, eight tennis courts, and water-based activities like rowing and open-water diving.

What clubs and leadership opportunities exist?

The Student Activities Committee plans events year-round, and Grade 12 Prefects mentor younger students. Interhouse competitions and service trips foster leadership and community involvement.

What kinds of trips and off-campus activities are offered?

Brentwood runs midterm and major trips, including academics-focused trips and service components. There are cultural dinners and local outings, plus winter ski/snowboard trips to Mount Washington.

What wellbeing and safeguarding provisions are available?

A Wellness Framework supports mental health and wellbeing across the program, emphasizing resilience and wellness promotion. The Maeda Health Centre provides medical care, with counselors available as needed, and B-Well offers peer support for older students.

How does Brentwood support students with learning differences?

The Learning Centre offers morning academic support to develop strategies, assistive technology use, and IEP goal work. A peer tutoring program complements teacher-supported instruction.

How does the house system function?

Brentwood has eight boarding houses—Hope, Allard, Mackenzie, Alexandra, Privett, Rogers, Ellis, and Whittall—with houseparents living nearby. Grade 12 Prefects mentor younger students, and inter-house events foster community.

What is the daily life like around uniforms and meals?

Uniforms are worn for about 180 days a year. Crooks Dining Hall serves four meals daily with dietary accommodations and ethnic dinners, and the School Store sells uniforms and Brentwood-branded gear.

What languages are taught, and is there a Mandarin program?

Brentwood teaches French, Mandarin, and Spanish. Mandarin courses use Mandarin as the main language of instruction, and AP Chinese Language and Culture has been announced.

What is Brentwood's history and global community?

Brentwood was founded in 1923 in Brentwood Bay and relocated to Mill Bay in 1961. It became Canada's first all-boys boarding school to become co-educational in 1972 and now hosts students from more than 50 countries.

What is the Brentwood Family and PTA like?

The Brentwood Family connects current families, alumni, and staff. The PTA and volunteers help at events like Regatta, host students during breaks, and share expertise, with involvement coordinated via an annual volunteer form.

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