The British School of Córdoba
Overview
- from 2
- to 18 years old
Co-Education
12 different nationalities
- from 5612
- EUR
457 students
Founded in 1998
Junta de Andalucía, British Council and NABSS (National Association of British Schools in Spain), We're an accredited exam centre for the International Baccalaureate, Cambridge and Pearson Edexcel exam boards and Trinity English qualifications.
Academics
Nursery and Foundation
The Foundation Stage runs over the first three years (2-4 yr olds) and lays the foundation for future learning through the UK Early Years teaching program. This covers seven key Areas of Learning including literacy and numeracy.
Primary
The Primary stage begins in Year 1 and continues until Year 6. We follow the British national curriculum in Key Stage 1 (Years 1 and 2) and Key Stage 2 (Years 3, 4, 5, 6), focusing on the core subjects: Literacy, Mathematics and Science. Learning continues to progress naturally from the Foundation Stage with a gradual shift from play-based education to more formal learning, with an emphasis on inquiry and independent learning. The work is differentiated to help each child reach their full potential with the help of their tutors and support teachers
Key Stage 3 (Years 7 – 9) – Ages 11 – 14
In the first 3 years of Secondary School there is a strong emphasis on developing intellectual independence.
All students study a common curriculum which includes the core subjects of English, Mathematics and Science. The Spanish Curriculum including Lengua, Ciencias Naturales and Ciencias Sociales are taught alongside the British Curriculum.
We believe strongly that students´ creative abilities are also nurtured through the Arts, Music and Drama. Finally, through our PE programme and extra-curricular activities, we encourage our students to enjoy being fit and healthy.
Key Stage 4 (Years 10 & 11) – Ages 14 – 16
During these 2 years, students study for the externally assessed and highly regarded British Cambridge IGCSE examinations. This includes a Core Curriculum, similar to Key Stage 3 which covers both British and Spanish compulsory subjects. In addition, students choose optional subjects from a wide variety including Art, Photography, Music, Computer Science, French, History, Geography and Business Studies. This curriculum more than satisfies convalidation requirements of ESO.
Key Stage 5 (Years 12 & 13) – Ages 16 – 18
Through the IB Diploma Programme, students experience a holistic education which nurtures the students to become creative problem solvers and independent thinkers- ready for an increasingly global society. The IB Diploma is world renowned academic preparation and universities often cite IB students as the best prepared for higher education.
We are able to offer a range of subjects including 3 languages, sciences, computer science, humanities options, visual art and psychology. Students in the 6th Form at the British School of Cordoba also study PCE subjects to complement their IB subject choices. We also offer Advanced Subsidiary (AS) Level and Advanced (A) Level qualifications for students who require a tailored approach to their education.
Extra curricular
The British School of Cordoba’s curriculum of extra-curricular activities and services is a fantastic way to complement the education of our pupils. The school offers an extensive extracurricular program to provide each pupil with a variety of activities that further enrich their learning. We offer a part of our extra-curricular activities during the school’s timetable, including band, choir, sports, STEM,MUN as well as a range of private music lessons.
After school activities are also available, such as soccer, padel, golf, gymnastics, dance and much more.
Boarding
We offer the possibility for our boarding students to stay with our carefully selected and police checked local host families. Where possible students are matched with BSC students in the same year group. This allows students to continue the prestigious British curriculum while being immersed in Spanish culture, providing them with a unique double life experience.
Tuition and fees per year
How much does it cost to go to The British School of Córdoba?
- from 5612
- EUR
Day school tuition
Boarding school tuition
Things to know
Admission Policy The British School of Córdoba welcomes pupils from all regions across the world (depending on Visa requirements) and we are committed to equal treatment for all applicants regardless of race, disability, ethnicity, religion, gender and sexual orientation. We endeavour to admit pupils with a broad range of talents who will benefit from the curricular and co-curricular opportunities available at the school and who are prepared to contribute enthusiastically to the school community. In relation to Special Education Needs, the School welcomes SEN pupils provided that the school SEN department can offer the support that is recommended by our educational psychologists or other relevant experts. Where a SEN pupil requires specialist and/or 1-1 support this will be arranged at an additional cost to the parents/guardians. Entry Requirements Pupils will be interviewed by the school’s management team and we request report cards from previous courses. The admission of a pupil is conditional on our terms and conditions. Proficiency in the English language must be appropriate with the level required for the course to which pupils are applying.
How many students are in The British School of Córdoba?
457 students
- In total, The British School of Córdoba enrolls
- 457 students from
- 12 different nationalities.
The British School of Córdoba is committed to the health and well-being of all our pupils. We have a full time nurse on site with a medical room and we also hold a defibrillator. In addition many of our teaching staff have first aid training.
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