Welcome to Burnaby! All staff in Burnaby are committed to promoting the highest levels of student welfare in a warm and friendly environment.
Every member of the Burnaby family plays an important role in establishing an environment where each boy can grow in character and thrive in every respect.
Boys arrive at Burnaby from all parts of the world, as well as from relatively nearby. The broad range of backgrounds and cultures in the house provides a great opportunity for boys to broaden their understanding, and the friends they make here will often be friends for life.
History and Location
Burnaby is located right in the heart of Bedford School. Its close proximity to the main building and games field makes it very convenient for the boys. It is a five-minute walk along De Parys Avenue into the town centre.
Burnaby is named after Colonel Frederick Burnaby, a nineteenth-century soldier and adventurer who attended the school. He was particularly well known for his ballooning exploits, and other local references exist, such as in the name of two nearby pubs. The famous portrait of Frederick Burnaby by the French artist Tissot made the headlines when it was used as the inspiration for Hugo Burnand’s photographic portrait of HRH The Prince of Wales on his 60th birthday.
Meet the Burnaby Team
Mr Tom Rees, Housemaster
Mr and Mrs Rees took over Burnaby House in 2023. Mr Rees became Housemaster having worked in the school as Head of Geography and Head of Humanities. He has previously been an Assistant Boarding Housemaster and moved to Bedford in 2011 from a position as a Day Housemaster. He is a keen racquet sports player and coaches both squash and tennis.
Mr Mark Graham, Assistant Housemaster
Miss Ventura Conesa, House Tutor
Mr Stuart Knight, House Tutor
