De Breul

De Breul is a school building in Zeist featuring stone construction with large windows and classical architectural elements that extend across multiple floors. The symmetrical facade is used today as a secondary school offering different educational programs to students in the region.

The building was completed in 1831 and operated as an educational institution under Jesuit leadership. The last Jesuit community left the school at the end of the 1980s, marking the transition to new administration.

The building carries the motto 'Mutua Fides' in its architecture, reflecting the principle of mutual trust between teachers and students. This concept continues to shape how the school community interacts and works together.

The school grounds are accessible during school hours through the main entrance gate for visitors. Plan your visit during quieter times or outside school hours to explore the building and grounds without disruption.

Students have a say in hiring new teachers through a special representation program that lets them influence staff recruitment decisions. This participatory approach reflects the school's long tradition of shared responsibility.

Location: Zeist

Inception: 1831

Architects: Johan Wilhelm Hanrath

Architectural style: historicist architecture

Part of: De Breul

Address: Driebergseweg 17

GPS coordinates: 52.06833,5.25944

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:01