Bellerbys College Brighton

Bellerbys College is the UK’s No. 1 choice for international students with more choosing to study with us than any other college or school in the UK. 

Bellerbys College has over 55 years’ experience in successfully preparing international students for progression to top UK universities by delivering consistently excellent academic results. In 2015, 81% of Bellerbys A Level students achieved A*-B compared to the national average of 53%. In the last 5 years Bellerbys Foundation students have progressed to over 120 UK universities.

Bellerbys Brighton is a truly modern interpretation of a British boarding school for students aged 13-18 and located in the heart of Britain’s favourite seaside city. Our expert teachers, specialist enrichment leaders and state-of-the-art facilities provide the support, knowledge and environment students need to succeed. 

International students can choose from our GCSE Pathway or 1 Year GCSE, A-Level and Foundation programmes for an education that goes far beyond the classroom. We understand that it takes more than good grades to ensure success at the UK’s top ranked universities and beyond. That is why our academic experts have designed and embedded enrichment activities in our programmes.

Moving to another country to study is one of the biggest decisions you will make so it is understandable for students to feel a mixture of nerves and excitement. Bellerbys College recognises the importance of feeling safe, comfortable and happy when you are away from home and we take great care to ensure all of our accommodation options provide this.

We offer four high quality and comfortable accommodation options in Brighton:

Brighton Residence (13 years +)  
The Brighton Residence offers modern, purpose-built student accommodation located on the Brighton campus, in the heart of the city and just two minutes’ walk from the railway station. The Brighton Residence includes:

• 370 single en-suite bedrooms
• 8 twin en-suite bedrooms
• Bed, linen, desk, closet, TV, iron/ironing board and shower room with WC 
• Three common rooms per floor
• Half board available on-site
• Wi-Fi access
• 24-hour security
• On-site laundry room: fully equipped, open 24/7

Paris House (18 years+)
Located just 10 minutes by bus from our Brighton campus, Paris House is close to shops, cafes and a short walk from all the attractions of Brighton city centre. Brighton Paris House residence includes:

• 31 single en-suite bedrooms
• 4 twin en-suite bedrooms
• Bed, linen, desk, closet, TV, iron/ironing board and shower room with WC
• Weekly cleaner – room and bed linen
• Kitchenette 
• Half-board
• Wi-Fi access
• On-site laundry room
• Security warden available from 6pm-8am

Homestay
We have different kinds of Homestay, each offering a different experience of culture, religion and lifestyle but all providing a warm and friendly welcome to international students.

The College Welfare and Safeguarding Team carefully choose all our homestay accommodation to ensure it is safe and friendly and carry out regular checks to ensure the students’ needs are being met. Some of the great benefits to a homestay include:

• Getting to know the British culture and practising your English
• Independence within a caring home environment
• Being located within a 20-minute walk of the college or are on a suitable bus or train route  
• Comfortable study bedroom with a desk and wardrobe
• Breakfast and evening meals
• Weekly laundry
• Internet and telephone access
• Choice of single or shared bedroom

Extra measures are put in place to safeguard students in homestay who are under the age of 16. Local Social Services teams will visit students in their accommodation to ensure that their needs are being met and that their environment is as safe, secure and nurturing as it should be.

Note: British Law does not allow discrimination between ethnicity, origin, religion, sexuality or disability.

Campus facilities includes:

• 46,700 sq ft (4,338 sq m) of teaching space
• 62 classrooms
• Six science laboratories
• Five art studios
• Library 
• Internet 
• Cafeteria
• Student Services

Located in Brighton, a small city by the sea on the south coast with a diverse student community from all over the world, Brighton is home to two top universities. It also has a thriving cultural scene with a range of theatres, museums, galleries and leisure facilities. Brighton is known for its famous pebble beach and pier where you can relax and enjoy traditional fish and chips. Located to the north is the South Down’s National Park, 1,600km2 of tranquil landscapes and breathtaking views.

The campus is located just a few minutes from Brighton’s mainline train station. Easy to reach, Brighton is located 30 minutes away from London Gatwick Airport and London is under an hour away.