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NEWS

A snippet of what’s happening in the College in the run up to Christmas…

9th December 2025

This week I have been working with our medical and Oxbridge candidates as they prepare for their upcoming interviews. By the time we break for the Christmas break, several medical…

Staff VS Students football match!

4th December 2025

This year Brampton’s football sessions after college have been very well attended. Students from all years meet every Tuesday at the astroturf pitches a few minutes away at Middlesex University….

Cracking Codes at Bletchley Park: Maths & Computer Science Students Explore WWII Secrets

3rd December 2025

On Tuesday 25th November, fifteen of our Maths and Computer Science students stepped back in time at Bletchley Park, the historic home of Britain’s wartime codebreakers. From touring Alan Turing’s…

From Monet to Meyerowitz: Brampton Students Capture Paris

2nd December 2025

The Art, Photography and French A level students visited Paris from 13th-15th November, exploring world‑renowned galleries, iconic landmarks, and unforgettable exhibitions. From Monet’s waterlilies to Meyerowitz’s documentary photography, their reflections…

November’s message from the Principal

2nd December 2025

November saw the passing at the age of 97 of the Nobel Prize winner Dr James Watson. Watson was recognised for his discovery of the structure of the DNA molecule…

From Overlooked to Outstanding: How Small Classes Transform Student Success at Brampton

18th November 2025

Many students come to Brampton College feeling like they were just another face in a crowded classroom — often having experienced class sizes of 25 or more. They talk about…

Study Smarter: How to Make Effective Flashcards

13th November 2025

Looking for a proven way to boost your memory and ace your exams? Flashcards are one of the most effective study tools—and when used correctly, they can transform your revision…

Students Unite for Breast Cancer Awareness

13th November 2025

22nd October, our college came together in a vibrant show of support for Breast Cancer Now, an organisation dedicated to funding life-saving research. Students and staff donned pink attire and…

Fieldwork in Action: Geography Students Explore River Dynamics and Urban Change

11th November 2025

🗺️ GCSE Geography Students Investigate Dollis Brook On Friday 3rd October, our GCSE geographers embarked on a hands-on field trip to Dollis Brook to assess how closely the river aligns…

Thrills, Chills, and Laughter: Students Take on Fright Night at Thorpe Park

6th November 2025

On Wednesday 22nd October, a group of 40 excited students and three brave members of staff headed to Thorpe Park for its famous Fright Night event — an evening packed…

New Principal Appointment

After what will be six years with the college, our Principal, John Wilson, will be leaving us at the end of the current academic year to take up a new role at a school in Central London. We wish John well and thank him for his exceptional service and contribution to the college and his commitment to our students.

We are delighted to announce that Emma Bell, former Head of St James Senior Girls’ School, has been appointed as Principal and will take over from John in August this year.

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