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British School of Tenerife - Trinity Site

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees €3,730 - 5,950
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 615
Type Co-educational
Opened 2010
Bus Service Yes
Part of
British School of Tenerife
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages Spanish, French
Typical class size 25
Strengths STEM, Languages, Performing Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

The British International School of Tenerife provides an authentic UK educational experience for students from 18 months to 18 years across its two campuses in La Luz and Los Realejos. Students follow the National Curriculum for England, working towards Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level examinations. The Secondary campus features specialized science laboratories, a dedicated computing suite, and designated spaces for art, drama, and languages. A defining feature of the school is its distinctive House system. In the primary years, Houses map to the Canary Islands' four national parks, while secondary students belong to Houses representing the four natural elements. Students earn points during inter-house competitions and weekly assemblies by demonstrating core values like kindness, honesty, and respect. Alongside strong English instruction, the curriculum heavily integrates the Spanish language, allowing students to celebrate British traditions such as St. George’s Day while meeting national requirements for Spain.

This campus is part of British School of Tenerife

C. Los Almácigos, 3C, 38410 Los Realejos, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

The Essentials

British School of Tenerife - Trinity Site has 615 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English.

Location
La Luz Site (Early Years and Primary) Carretera la Luz, 28, 38312 La Luz, La Orotava; Trinity Site (Secondary and Sixth Form) Calle Los Almácigos, 3C, 38410 Los Realejos. The school operates across two campuses in the north of Tenerife, with a dedicated bus service connecting multiple towns and the two sites. The Bus service runs on two routes—one from Santa Cruz and one from Puerto de la Cruz—with pickups/drop-offs in Santa Cruz, La Laguna, Guamasa, Tacoronte, El Sauzal, La Matanza, Santa Ursula, La Orotava and Puerto de la Cruz. Bus enrollment is fee-based, with monthly prices published for the 2025-2026 school year.

Stages
18 months to 5 years (Early Years); 5 years to 11 years (Primary); 11 years to 18 years (Secondary).

Type
Private international school following the British Curriculum; Cambridge IGCSE and A Levels offered.

Pupil Nationality Mix
30+ nationalities represented.

Additional learning support
Neurodiversity and inclusive learning support; multi-sensory teaching approaches; early identification of learning differences and Cambridge-based arrangements for examinations.

Country affiliation
British

Bus service
Bus service with two routes: Santa Cruz and Puerto de la Cruz. Pickups/drop-offs include Santa Cruz, La Laguna, Guamasa, Tacoronte, El Sauzal, La Matanza, Santa Ursula, La Orotava and Puerto de la Cruz. Bus program available for a fee; monthly prices published for 2025-2026.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school has a uniform policy. Early Years wear the PE tracksuit; Primary and Secondary wear formal uniform daily, with PE days using the tracksuit. Uniforms are supplied by Uniformes La Percha.

Food Options
The meal program provides healthy meals prepared on site at two sites: La Luz for Early Years and Primary, and Realejos for Secondary. A nutritionist-designed monthly menu accommodates dietary needs, including allergies and religious restrictions; packed lunches are allowed, and snacks are provided for Early Years.

House System
There are four houses, represented by blue, green, red and yellow. The colours map to the four Canary Islands' national parks for the Primary site and to the four elements for the Secondary site. House points are awarded for the pillars of commitment, kindness, honesty and respect, with weekly assemblies and termly prizes; the system supports trips and inter-house competitions.

Governance and Ownership
The British School of Tenerife is a non-profit organisation with no government subsidy. It is governed by a Board of Directors elected by the Association of the British School of Tenerife; the Association is led by a Board and includes parent members; a Senior Management Team manages day-to-day operations.
Fees

Annual tuition at British School of Tenerife - Trinity Site ranges from EUR 3,730 to EUR 5,950 for 2026/27.

Application and registration fees
- Registration fee: EUR 400 per child, payable annually and non‑refundable.
- Reservation payment to secure a place: EUR 250 (discounted from the registration fee when the child starts); this reservation payment is non‑refundable.

Tuition fees (per month, per term, per academic year) — Family fees (1 child)
- Playgroup: EUR 323 per month · EUR 1,077 per term · EUR 3,230 per year.
- Nursery: EUR 376 per month · EUR 1,253 per term · EUR 3,760 per year.
- Reception: EUR 428 per month · EUR 1,427 per term · EUR 4,280 per year.
- Year 1, 2, 3: EUR 473 per month · EUR 1,577 per term · EUR 4,730 per year.
- Year 4, 5, 6: EUR 505 per month · EUR 1,683 per term · EUR 5,050 per year.
- Year 7, 8, 9: EUR 538 per month · EUR 1,793 per term · EUR 5,380 per year.
- Year 10, 11: EUR 545 per month · EUR 1,817 per term · EUR 5,450 per year.
- Year 12, 13 (Sixth Form): EUR 599 per month · EUR 1,997 per term · EUR 5,990 per year.

Sibling / family discounts
- Two children: 8% discount on tuition.
- Three children: 11% discount on tuition.
- Four or more children: 12% discount on tuition.

Other compulsory and recurring fees
- IT fee: EUR 100 per child, payable annually in October.
- Deposit (guarantee): EUR 1,200 per pupil for the 2025/26 fees schedule. The deposit is held as security for school fees and school property; it will be refunded three months after the last school fee has been paid provided there are no outstanding amounts and school property is returned in good condition. If required notice is not given or if the pupil is expelled, the deposit may be forfeited.
- Exam fees: fees for official examinations taken in Years 10, 11, 12 and 13 are the responsibility of parents.
- iPad/device: From Key Stage 2 (Years 3–4) pupils are required to purchase an iPad through the school for classroom use (price not specified).
- Meals/snacks: The school operates a meal program (healthy lunches and morning snacks for Early Years). Meal program places are charged for and the dining fees are payable monthly; exact meal prices are provided by the school.
- Uniform: Students must wear the school uniform. Uniforms are purchased from the school's provider, Uniformes La Percha; specific price lists are provided by the uniform supplier.
- School bus: A school bus service is available on multiple routes; monthly bus prices are published by route (examples: Santa Cruz return EUR 207; Santa Cruz one‑way EUR 126; Puerto de la Cruz return EUR 115; other routes listed with sibling discount of 9%). A Trinity–La Luz sibling shuttle is available at EUR 40 per family per month.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Monthly payments: paid by direct debit and debited on the first day of the billed month.
- Termly payments: paid by direct debit and debited on the first day of the term (terms billed in September, January and April).
- Annual payment: may be made by bank transfer at the start of the academic year or upon enrolment.
- All fees are due by the first day of the month or term as applicable. Returned or unpaid bills incur an additional 3% charge. Fees remain payable even if a student does not attend or leaves during the academic year.
- Withdrawal notice: A full term's written notice is required to withdraw a pupil; failure to give the required notice obliges the parent to pay the outstanding term's fees and may result in forfeiture of the deposit. The last day to give written notice for the following academic year is 31 March.
- Late payment: If fees remain unpaid for more than one month, the school may initiate legal proceedings to recover outstanding amounts and may refuse to renew a pupil's enrolment or require withdrawal.

Boarding
- The British School of Tenerife operates as a day school and does not provide boarding.

Refunds and refundable items
- Registration fee: non‑refundable once a place is offered and the place is not accepted; exceptions for unsuccessful applications are noted in the school's admission conditions.
- Deposit refund: the deposit (EUR 1,200) is refundable (without interest) three months after the student leaves the school provided all fees and other payments are settled and school property (textbooks, equipment) is returned in good condition. If required notice is not provided or the pupil is expelled, the deposit will not be refunded.

Accepted payment methods and administrative notes
- Regular tuition billing is handled by direct debit (mandated for monthly or termly payments). Annual payments may be made by bank transfer. Returned direct debit/bank payment incurs a 3% charge. The school uses a management platform (Educamos/Engage) for invoicing and communications. No public information is provided about accepting credit‑card payments.

Summary note on items with no published price on the public fee documents
- The school publishes uniform supplier details and a meal program but does not publish uniform price lists or a menu price on the publicly available pages; device (iPad) purchase is required for KS2 but no purchase price is listed; meal program and some ancillary service prices are given on separate documents or on request. The bus route monthly prices are published by route.
Academics

British School of Tenerife - Trinity Site teaches British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
The British Curriculum is followed. In Key Stage 4, students take IGCSE examinations. In the Sixth Form, students prepare for Cambridge A Level examinations. Cambridge International AS & A Levels are used to gain entry to leading universities worldwide. The Cambridge Examinations Board and the UK national curriculum underpin the programme.

Exam Results
During Year 11, students take the IGCSE exams. In Years 12–13, they take the A Level exams and an English language examination, with other assessments as required by universities. The majority of students go on to higher education in the UK, Spain, Germany or the United States. A Level qualifications are recognised worldwide.

Higher Education Progression
Most BST graduates go on to higher education in the UK, Spain, Germany or the United States. A Level qualifications are recognised worldwide. In Sixth Form, university applications are supported, including pathways to Spanish universities via the PAU examination.

Gifted and Talented
Gifted and talented students are identified, with some Primary pupils assessed as Gifted & Talented and reassessed by age 13. These pupils are stretched with differentiated approaches via a SP/EHCP, and the school collaborates with external specialists. Some AGT students are referred to workshops run by the University of Laguna outside school.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides weekly PSHEE lessons as part of the curriculum to support pupil wellbeing. The pillars of Commitment, Kindness, Honesty, and Respect are woven into daily life to create a nurturing environment. A dedicated full-time wellbeing practitioner offers individual support to students. Special celebrations such as Odd Socks Day, Anti-Conflict Week, E-Safety Week, and Random Acts of Kindness Week foster empathy and awareness. Wellbeing resources include a Friendship Bench and wellbeing help lines displayed around the school.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
BST is an inclusive school that recognises and supports neurodiversity. A range of teaching methods includes multi-sensory activities, hands-on learning, and project-based approaches to accommodate different learning styles. Identification of learning differences begins in Primary education so that appropriate support can be provided early. Neurodivergent students receive targeted support with literacy and access to technology tools to aid learning. Cambridge International Examination Board arrangements allow compatible exam access so neurodivergent students can sit exams alongside peers when appropriate. Regular staff training and awareness sessions help highlight the strengths of students with learning differences and promote their inclusion.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school welcomes children whose first language is not English. Families are asked to state languages spoken at home and in previous schools at the start of the application process. Students with English as an Additional Language will have an oral interview with the Head of School and/or the EAL Coordinator, together with a Cambridge English Placement Test (applicable from Phase 3). Primary pupils will be offered extra EAL support, and Secondary pupils may need to attend intensive English lessons outside school. The EAL policy is published on the BST site and is applied to guide EAL provision.

Mental Wellbeing
The school has a full-time wellbeing practitioner who provides support to individuals. PSHEE lessons are delivered weekly as part of the curriculum to address pupil wellbeing. The pillars—Commitment, Kindness, Honesty, and Respect—are woven into every aspect of school life to create a supportive environment. A range of wellbeing initiatives include after-school yoga, a relaxation and game group, and wellbeing help lines displayed around the school. Workshops cover health- and safety-related topics such as First Aid, Healthy Living, Technological Abuse, and E-Safety, with additional workshops planned based on feedback.

Safeguarding
The designated safeguarding lead is Kim Langdon; Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads are Anita Pestana (Secondary), Soraya Williams (Primary), and Jenni Garnett (Early Years). The safeguarding team also includes the Headteacher and safeguarding governor as part of the structure. The school recognises its moral and statutory responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all students; the welfare of the child is paramount. Staff are trained to recognise signs of abuse, follow safeguarding procedures, and refer concerns to the DSL or external agencies as required. The policy aligns with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024 and other safeguarding legislation and is publicly available as part of the safeguarding portfolio, including online safety. The school will refer safeguarding concerns to children's social care, the police, or other agencies as necessary.
Parent Experience

History
British education has a long history in the north of Tenerife. The school continues the tradition of British education initiated in the north of Tenerife by the Yeoward and Simmonds families.

Community
There are two campuses: La Luz Site (Early Years and Primary) and Trinity Site (Secondary and Sixth Form). Wellbeing is a priority within the school community, and a dedicated week focuses on spreading kindness and positivity. Coffee Mornings are held once per term at the La Luz site to involve parents, gather feedback for the academic director, and support fundraising and social events.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
BST Friends is formed by a group of families that want to collaborate with the school in social, cultural and sports activities. Membership is free and voluntary.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The British International School of Tenerife operates on two sites: La Luz Site for Early Years and Primary, and Trinity Site for Secondary and Sixth Form. The primary site includes a dedicated EYFS building, a dedicated Primary building, an ND Room (Neurodiversity Room), a Music Room, an Indoor Sports Hall, a Library, a Sensory Room, a Multipurpose Room, a Computing Suite, Playgrounds and a Dining room, with air-conditioning in most classrooms. The secondary site provides Physics, Biology and Chemistry Laboratories, an Art Room, a History Room, Geography, Maths Room, Computer Science, Languages Room, Drama Room, and a Literacy Room, plus Playgrounds and a Dining room.

Sports Facilities
Indoor Sports Hall for physical education and activities. Playgrounds on both sites.

Academic Facilities
Science laboratories for Physics, Biology and Chemistry on the secondary site; a Languages Room, Drama Room, Art Room, History Room, Geography, Maths Room, Computer Science, and a Literacy Room. The primary site features a Library, an ND Room, a Music Room, a Sensory Room, a Multipurpose Room and a Computing Suite.

Extra Curricular Facilities
After School Clubs are offered for Nursery through to Year 13. Primary Site clubs include Cooking (from age five), Karate, Basketball, Homework Club, Hama Beads, Robotics, Yoga, Drama Tots, Minecraft, Maths Club, German Club and Football, plus an Emotional Intelligence program. Secondary Site clubs include Dungeons and Dragons, Chess and Chill, From Screen to Stage, Yoga, Study Skills Club, English Club, Spanish Club, Coding/Web Design, Guitar Club and Singing Club. A Robotics Battle Bots session is listed as STARTING SOON.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Enrichment extends beyond the classroom through extra-curricular activities, trips, visits and competitions. STEM and academic clubs include Robotics and Maths Club, and there are study-skills and language-support opportunities. School trips and competitions are integrated with the curriculum to broaden learning experiences.

Arts & Creative
The school provides creative activities through after-school clubs such as Drama Tots, Hama Beads, and Creative Art Sessions. Music-focused clubs include Guitar Club and Singing Club, and secondary students can participate in From Screen to Stage for film and theatre projects.

Cultural & Language
Spanish Language and Literature and Social Sciences are taught across Early Years to Sixth Form. Foreign Students receive Spanish as a Foreign Language to support integration. The German Club offers language-based activities at Primary.

Social & Hobbies
After-school clubs are offered for nursery through Year 13, including Cooking, Karate, Basketball, Homework Club, Hama Beads, Robotics, Yoga, Drama Tots, Minecraft, Maths Club, German Club, and Football. Secondary site offers additional clubs such as Dungeons and Dragons, Chess and Chill, From Screen to Stage, Yoga, Study Skills Club, English Club, Spanish Club, Coding/Web Design Club, Guitar Club, and Singing Club. The clubs foster creativity, teamwork and personal interests.

Community & Service
The Friends of BST, a parent social committee, works with school leadership to support events and community-building activities. The school emphasizes community engagement and parental involvement. The Friends of BST coordinates activities and supports school events, strengthening ties with families and the local community.

Leadership & Professional
School Leaders include nine democratically elected roles: Prefects, House Captains, School Council, Playground Buddies, Lead Learners, Eco Warriors, Reading Ambassadors, Library Monitors, and Assembly DJs. Students actively participate in governance through the 'You Said, We Did' process, with examples such as scheduling girls' football matches and introducing new PE hoodies. Leaders also drive projects like recycling initiatives and inter-house sports.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Wellbeing is a priority with weekly PSHEE lessons, assemblies, and a dedicated wellbeing practitioner who supports students. After-school yoga clubs run at both La Luz and Trinity sites, and a relaxation and game group provides space during rest breaks. Special wellbeing celebrations such as Odd Socks Day, Anti-Conflict Week, E-Safety Week and Random Acts of Kindness Week foster empathy and inclusion. The Summer Camp emphasizes physical activity and creativity with daily movement and sports, team-building and creative art sessions conducted in English.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the vehicular language of instruction and pupils are immersed in English from an early age. Spanish is taught as a curriculum subject (Spanish Language and Literature and Social Sciences); foreign students from Year 1 to Year 6 receive Spanish as a Foreign Language instruction. German is offered as a Primary language club, and French is available as an Additional Language club for Phase 3 and Secondary. English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided for pupils who join with limited English.

Immersion Programs
Most pupils are immersed in the English curriculum from an early age. Pupils who do not speak English join a special English program while continuing to participate in regular lessons to be exposed to English at all times. Some pupils may be withdrawn from class for extra language support when needed, and in cases of very small cohorts of non-English pupils they may receive targeted language instruction. Pupils joining in secondary may lose one year's education while acquiring the level of English necessary to access the full curriculum.
Admissions

Admissions
01 Application: Complete the online admission form with student details. Start Application leads to the online admission portal. The form collects the student information for the admissions process. This step begins the application flow.

02 Visit the School: Schedule a visit to see the facilities and meet our staff. Contact us to arrange your visit. The visit lets you observe the school environment and meet staff involved in the admissions process. Arranging the visit is through the provided contact channels.

03 Interview / Assessment: Parents and student attend an interview and assessment session. The interview involves both parents and the student. The assessment session is part of the admissions process. The information gathered informs the school's understanding of the applicant.

04 Document Review: Our team reviews the submitted documentation to finalize admission. The admissions team reviews the documents provided. The document review is the final step in the admissions process.

Waitlist
Waitlist: If there is no availability for places, we place applicants on a waitlist and contact you if places become available. If the waitlist is large, preference is given to: children with siblings in the school; children that had studied in the British education system; families that would enroll multiple children into the school; and students with strong academic results. We are happy to accept new students during the school year.
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