The British School of Gran Canaria

The British School of Gran Canaria (BSGC) is a private, non-profit British international school located on the island of Gran Canaria, Spain. Established in 1966, the school offers a British-style education to students aged 3 to 18 across two campuses: Tafira in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and South in San Bartolomé de Tirajana.

BSGC follows the National Curriculum for England, adapted to incorporate local and national expectations. The curriculum is delivered in English, and students in the upper years undertake the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) and A-Level examinations, which are recognized internationally and validated independently for university entrance.

The school is accredited by the British Schools Overseas (BSO) and is a member of the National Association of British Schools in Spain (NABSS), reflecting its adherence to high standards of British education abroad.

BSGC operates two campuses:

• Tafira Campus: Located in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, this campus caters to both primary and secondary students.
• South Campus: Situated in San Bartolomé de Tirajana, near Maspalomas, this campus serves primary students.

Together, the campuses accommodate approximately 650 students from over 40 different nationalities, with Spanish nationals comprising the largest group.

As a learning-focused, non-profit organization, BSGC is committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of its students. The school's planning, development, and educational processes are guided by a clear strategic vision and fundamental principles, providing direction and clarity regarding its priorities and values.

Vision

To realize the unique potential of each student, equipping them with the skills, knowledge, and values to succeed in an ever-changing world, and to inspire social responsibility and a commitment to lifelong learning.

Mission

BSGC provides a challenging, internationally recognized British education where excellence in the English language is central. Intellectual curiosity, creativity, and a passion for learning are shared by students and teachers as they strive for the highest possible achievement. The school nurtures the whole person, including students' physical and emotional well-being, and values diversity, recognizing that learning and growth arise from open-minded engagement with other cultures and opinions. Students aspire to be tolerant, caring, and responsible citizens who uphold and model the school's core values.

Aims

The aims of The British School of Gran Canaria are:

• To provide an education, cultural understanding, and international awareness based on standards set for British schools.
• To prepare students for university education in Britain, Spain, and other countries with high levels of academic achievement and a range of life and 21st-century skills.
• To provide pupils with a wide range of educational experiences and learning opportunities that will prepare them for adult life with confidence.
• To promote the school's core values so that the school community feels secure and happy, and where all relationships are based on cooperation, tolerance, and mutual respect.
• To celebrate diversity within the school, local community, and wider world.

Core Values

The core values of The British School of Gran Canaria guide the behavior and interactions of all members of the school community. These values are:

• Honesty
• Fairness
• Responsibility
• Caring
• Recognizing worth in others
• Respecting yourself
• Achieving potential​

BSGC is the only BSO-accredited school in Gran Canaria, ensuring compliance with rigorous standards of teaching, supervision, and management set by the British Government. The school is a member of COBIS and NABSS.

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