King's College, Madrid

History

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King’s College is a British curriculum school in Madrid for day pupils and boarders. It was founded in 1969 by Dr Roger Fry CBE.From the outset there was a clear decision not only to provide an English curriculum, but also to establish a school in which students would enjoy the best of British educational traditions.

Numbers rose rapidly, from 70 pupils in 1969 to nearly 500 in just five years. King’s College soon outgrew its premises and by 1976 ten houses of differing size and design were in use in the Chamartín area of Madrid.

After occupying these temporary premises for some nine years, the main school moved in 1978 to its present purpose-built premises in the pleasant residential area of Soto de Viñuelas to the north of Madrid. The first section of the building was opened by the British Ambassador to Spain Sir Antony Acland, KCVO, CMG, and dedicated by the Papal Nuncio in Spain and the Anglican Bishop in Europe. Since then many improvements and additions have been made to the building and facilities, including:

• A residential wing for boarding students opened by the School's Patron the Earl of Strathmore and Kinghorne
  
• A 25m heated swimming pool
  
• An Early Learning Centre
  
• A brand new Infant School in Chamartín (2004)
  
• An auditorium with seating capacity for 400 people
  
• A Music School with six rooms for individual tuition
  
• King's College School, La Moraleja (2007) opened by HRH Princess Alexandra, The Honourable Lady Ogilvy
  

Since its foundation King’s College has grown in strength and prestige. This is reflected in a variety of ways including the steady growth in student numbers to over 1900 at the present time. The continuous expansion and improvement of its facilities over the years has made the school one of the best equipped of its kind. The excellent examination results reflect the academic quality of the School with many students proceeding to top world class universities including Oxford, Cambridge, Yale, etc.

The Headteacher of King's College is a member of HMC The Headmasters' and Headmistresses' Conference, and the School is a founding member of COBIS Council of British International Schools.

About our Schools

King's College is a co-educational day and boarding school which provides British education for children from the age of 2 to 18 years (Pre-Nursery to Year 13). It's located on an attractive 12-acre site in the countryside between Madrid and the Guadarrama mountains and is well connected to the city centre by road, bus and rail. The school offers a comprehensive bus service to the city and its outlying residential areas.

Pupils follow the English National Curriculum and are prepared for (I)GCSE and GCE "A" Levels, including a wide range of subjects. There are also optional Spanish studies and preparation for Spanish University entrance examinations.

Since it was founded in 1969, King's College has gained a reputation for high academic standards and excellent academic results with students going to the best universities in Britain, the United States, Spain and many other countries. An experienced Careers and University Entrance Advisory Department is available to all pupils and the Oxbridge preparatory group works prepares students applying to Oxford and Cambridge universities.

King´s College, Soto de Viñuelas, Madrid

The main school site caters for over 1350 pupils between the ages of 2 and 18 years (Pre-Nursery to Year 13). It is located in an attractive 12 acre site in the countryside between the city and the Guadarrama mountains, but well connected to the city centre by bus and rail.

Equipment is of the highest quality and the school provides all the educational materials necessary for pupils to succeed in demanding curriculum.

KIng´s College, Soto de Viñuelas

King's College School, La Moraleja, Madrid

King's College School is located in La Moraleja which is one of the most highly regarded residential areas in Madrid and only 15 kilometres away from the city centre. The school houses over 450 pupils from 3 to 14 years (Nursery to Year 9).

As a purpose built school of stunning design, with outdoor areas and well-appointed classrooms this is an inspiring place to learn. What is immediately apparent is the happy yet purposeful atmosphere of the school.

Whether children are Spanish or international, everyone is made to feel welcome and newcomers make friends here very quickly.

King's College School, La Moraleja

King's Infant School, Chamartín, Madrid

Conveniently located in the Chamartín area of central Madrid, King’s Infant School offers purpose-built facilities for boys and girls between the ages of 3 and 6 (Nursery to Year 2) and has a capacity of over 200 pupils.

The school offers spacious, well-equipped classrooms, complete with independent bathrooms for the Nursery pupils, a library and computer room. Interactive whiteboards are available in some classrooms and shared areas. The well-supervised playground has high quality play equipment and safety surfaces.

From the age of seven (National Curriculum Year 3) onwards, pupils are educated at the main site in Soto de Viñuelas (2 to 18 years) or at King’s College School, La Moraleja (3 to 14 years).

King's Infant School, Chamartín

King´s College, The British School of Alicante

A British School with more than 600 pupils of many nationalities, set in Alicante, offering the English National Curriculum, (I)GCSE and "A" Levels to pupils from the age of 3 to 18. Preparation for entry to British, Spanish and international universities.

King´s College, The British School of Murcia

A British school in La Torre Golf Resort offers the English National Curriculum to pupils from the age of 3 to 18.

St. Michael's College

Residential and tutorial college preparing students from 14 to 18 years. Preparation for GCSE and GCE Advanced Level. Entry to British and international universities. Registered by the British Department for Education and Employment and recognised by the British Council.

Our Values

Faith: We believe that self-belief comes first and foremost from trust in and loyalty between teachers, pupils, friends and family.

Honesty: Being open, fair and morally responsible demonstrates a personal integrity that serves everyone well; now and in the future.

Courage: Plucky and graceful when confronted with difficulties, bold and enterprising when the opportunity presents itself.

School Charter

• Our Philosophy

To sustain and develop an educational environment in which all students are able to fulfil their maximum potential, both as individuals and as members of a community.

• Our Objectives

1.School Environment

To provide a safe, secure, positive and enjoyable environment for the young people entrusted to us.

2.Academic Achievement

To help and encourage our students to achieve the highest levels of academic success, optimising the best features of the British educational system set in an international environment.

3.Personal Development

To assist our young people in preparing for adult life by encouraging traditional Christian values and fostering self-assurance, mutual respect and a sense of duty.

4.Recognised Leader

To ensure that King's College retains its place as a recognised leader in education within the national and international communities.

5.Financial Strength

To maintain financial security to sustain the ongoing development of the school and its facilities.

6.Good Employer

To provide an environment that attracts and retains the highest calibre of staff and which encourages the continuing professional and personal development of the individual.

7.Social Commitment

To ensure that King's College maintains and expands its respected position in the local community.

8.Cultural Enrichment

To ensure that pupils benefit from Spain's language, history and culture through complementary Spanish studies.

About the English National Curriculum

The school offers a curriculum in English, along with complimentary Spanish classes. In Year 12 there is a choice between the British A-Levels and the Spanish Bachillerato. Academic Organisation

The school’s educational programme is based on the English National Curriculum and offers an excellent British education to children from Pre-Nursery to University Entrance.

The curriculum leads to the G.C.S.E examinations at the end of Year 11 (age 16), principally using the IGCSE board (Cambridge International Board, recognised generally as a higher standard). These studies are officially recognised by the Spanish Ministry of Education through the process of validation.

In their final two years at King’s College, pupils study for the London University (Edexcel) GCE A Level examinations, leading to international university entrance. Alternatively, they may opt for the Spanish Bachillerato. In addition we offer the "Parte Específica" to those A Level students wishing to apply for entrance to Spanish universities. In either case students may apply for places at universities throughout the world.

There are two Directors of the Post 16 Section, one of whom is dedicated solely to students' academic progress. It is a priority of the school that students are successful in gaining places at the best possible university of their choice.

Throughout their time at the school, pupils receive advice and orientation on their academic choices and career opportunities from our Careers and University Entrance Advisory Department.

Fully qualified British staff teach the English National Curriculum. Bachillerato classes and Spanish language classes are all given by qualified Spanish teachers.

University Entrance

The school has a very experienced Careers and University entrance Advisory Department which offers pupils extensive help and advice when applying for Higher Education, whether in the UK or in the rest of the world.

One hundred percent (100%) of Year 13 leavers gain a place at a university of their choice. Generally universities look most favourably upon applications from schools such as ours, as they appreciate that the multi-cultural, multi-lingual nature of our students will enrich their undergraduate life. Every year, approximately one hundred pupils complete their studies at King's College and enter the best international universities. Approximately half go to the United Kingdom with many gaining places at prestigious universities such as Oxford, Cambridge and London. Another large group opts for Spanish institutions including both private and public universities, most of which are located in the Madrid area. Finally, a smaller group of students goes on to study at top universities in the United States, such as Yale, Canada, Japan or South America.

External Links

• King´s College, The British School of Madrid

• King´s College, The British School of Alicante
• King´s College, The British School of Murcia

• St. Michael's College