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The British School of Costa Daurada

Spain, Tarragona

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 0 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 443
Type Co-educational
Opened 2008
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Taught languages Spanish, Cantonese, German
Typical class size 20
Strengths STEM, Languages, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

The British School of Costa Daurada offers a British National Curriculum from Early Years to A-Levels, delivered in a bilingual setting with English as the vehicular language and a strong focus on additional languages. The curriculum blends the English National Curriculum with Spanish and Catalan studies, with approximately 80% of the 35-period week taught in English and 20% in German, Catalan, and Spanish. Students follow a cross-curricular approach, with some subjects taught through topics and others as discrete subjects, and the school prepares pupils for GCSEs and A-Levels. The campus spans three buildings designed to harmonise with the natural surroundings, featuring interactive classrooms, STEAM Room, Library Hub, and a Science Lab. Outdoor spaces support PE and learning, including an Olive Tree Playground and amphitheatre. The school emphasizes service, community and family partnerships, evidenced by the BSCD Charity Committee. Extra-curriculars include music, drama, robotics, sports, and community projects throughout the year.

Carrer Mas de la Creu, 4, 43764 El Catllar, Tarragona, Spain

The Essentials

The British School of Costa Daurada has 443 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.

Location
The British School of Costa Daurada is located in El Catllar, a village in the Tarragona area, near Tarragona city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is surrounded by nature and has nearby facilities such as medical services, supermarkets, chemists, a golf club and other sports facilities. Many families live in nearby neighbourhoods and towns including Altafulla, Torredembarra and Reus, with several beaches along the Mediterranean coast nearby. Tarragona is close to Salou and PortAventura World; the city is served by Camp de Tarragona high‑speed railway, near Reus Airport, and Barcelona Airport is about an hour away with direct buses from Tarragona main station; Bus Lines provide routes to the school.

Stages
Early Years (EYFS), Foundation Stage, Lower Primary, Upper Primary, and Secondary; GCSEs are planned for the future and A Levels are planned for the future.

Type
Private school

Country affiliation
British curriculum

Religious affiliation
Non-denominational

Bus service
Bus service is available; routes are listed under Bus Lines.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
The school has a canteen on site.

House System
The school has a House of Values that shapes daily life.

Governance and Ownership
The British School of Costa Daurada is a non-denominational private school.
Fees
Overview of published fee information

The British School of Costa Daurada does not publish a public, itemised tuition fee schedule (per term or per year group) or a publicly available application/enrolment fee for the current academic year.

Application / enrolment fees

- No public, specific application or one‑off enrolment fee amount is published for the current academic year.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)

- The school does not make a full, year‑grouped tuition fee schedule available in public materials for the current academic year. No per‑term or per‑year figures for Early Years, Primary or Secondary are published publicly.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- A public, detailed billing schedule (term dates for invoicing, instalment options, discounts or late‑payment penalties) is not published in the school's publicly accessible materials for the current academic year.

Boarding fees

- The school operates as a day school for ages from infancy up to mid‑teens; no boarding provision or boarding fees are published.

Other costs and fees (published items)

- After‑school and extracurricular activity fees: the school publishes a separate extracurricular / after‑school programme schedule with monthly prices for each activity and required registration amounts. Examples (monthly unless otherwise stated):
- LEGO Academy (varied session lengths): 48 €/month, 52 €/month, 56 €/month depending on age/length.
- Swimming (Pre‑Nursery 45' session 1 day): 45 €/month. Nursery & Reception 45' sessions: 45 €/month (1 day) or 58 €/month (2 days).
- Dance: 48 €/month for the listed age groups.
- Multisport / Volleyball / Chess / Art & Design and similar clubs: typically 48 €/month (as shown per activity listings).
- Tennis & Padel (Nursery/Reception/Primary): 54 €/month (includes bus where noted).
- Golf (Year 1–6): 54 €/month (includes bus where noted).
- Football technification / specific football training: 58 €/month for the listed groups; smaller group sessions and academy courses have separate monthly rates.
- Language Academies and Learning Clubs: typical monthly fees shown as 52 €/club or 78 €/club (2 days/week) depending on the programme.
- Registration for seasonal services / academy courses: a registration fee of 50 € is required for many academies/seasonal courses (renewal reduced to 25 € if eligible).

- Transport in relation to specific activities: certain activities explicitly include bus transport (examples: Tennis & Padel, Golf, Swimming pick‑ups at partner facilities); activity listings note bus inclusion and pick‑up points where applicable.

Refund information

- No publicly available, detailed refund policy or schedule for tuition/registration refunds is published in the school's publicly accessible materials for the current academic year.

Fee payment options (methods accepted)

- The school's publicly available pages and the extracurricular programme document do not publish a comprehensive list of accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer, direct debit or credit card) for tuition or fees.

Summary (actionable points for a parent using a database)

- There is no publicly posted, itemised tuition fee table (per term or per year group) available in the school's public materials for the current academic year; therefore tuition amounts, application/enrolment charges, billing schedule, refund rules and standard payment methods are not available as public numeric values.
- The school publishes a detailed after‑school / extracurricular programme with clear monthly prices and registration fees for individual activities; these are the primary published numeric charges currently available. Examples from that document are listed above.

(End of fees overview.)
Academics

The British School of Costa Daurada teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage) for students aged 0 to 18.

Curriculum
The British School of Costa Daurada follows the British National Curriculum up to Year 13. A program of study adheres to the English National Curriculum while also covering the Spanish and Catalan curriculums. Approximately 80% of the 35-period school week is delivered in English, with 20% taught in German, Catalan, and Spanish. The curriculum uses a cross-curricular approach, with some subjects taught through topics and others as discrete subjects. Education runs from Early Years through to A-Levels, with GCSEs and A-Levels listed in the Secondary booklets. English is the vehicular language; German begins in Primary Year 5 (with IGCSE and Goethe-Institut exams), while Spanish and Catalan begin in Year 1 and continue through Year 11 for ESO diploma validation, with Spanish as a Foreign Language offered for IGCSE; Robotics lessons use Catalan to reinforce STEAM language.

Student Teacher Ratio
Nursery classes run with 18-22 pupils. Foundation Stage and Lower Key Stage 1 always have a teacher and a teaching assistant in class. Starting in Year 3, there are additional support teachers and teacher assistants based on class needs.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Wellbeing and social and emotional development are central to BSCD. The Wellbeing Department promotes holistic well-being, including physical, mental, emotional, and social aspects, across the school. It is led by the Head of SEND and a full‑time School Psychologist, with the Head of Wellbeing, and delivers Early Intervention across the school community. Mental health education is integrated into the curriculum, and support services are provided to those in need. An Equality Strategy Plan exists and yearly psychosocial risk assessments are conducted; there is a strong policy to prevent bullying and harassment.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
BSCD's SEND department ensures equitable access to education and opportunities for personal growth. Early intervention is used to improve outcomes for children. Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) are tailored to meet each student's needs, with targeted interventions and accommodations that may include specialized teaching strategies, assistive technologies, and learning support assistants. Fostering an inclusive environment helps raise awareness and understanding among all pupils. The school uses an observation, planning, and assessment cycle with parental involvement and collaborates with external professionals to develop and implement appropriate educational and care plans.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
As a British school, English is the vehicular language and the curriculum is entirely English-language. English immersion is the norm, with families encouraged to reinforce their first languages at home. Most pupils are EAL learners, so lessons are adapted to their needs, in small groups with one-to-one support in other subjects. The class teacher and the Language Coordinator determine which language programmes and support sessions are best suited for each pupil, with progress recorded in the Individual Language Learning Plan (ILLP) and communicated to practitioners and families. In Primary and Secondary, pupils study Spanish and Catalan, plus German as a foreign language; Spanish and Catalan are compulsory through Year 11, and German is prepared for Goethe‑Institut exams.

Mental Wellbeing
The Wellbeing Department promotes the holistic well-being of all members of the school community, including physical, mental, emotional, and social health. Mental health education is integrated into the curriculum, and support services are provided to those in need. The department is led by the Head of SEND and a School Psychologist, with the Head of Wellbeing, and engages in Early Intervention across the school. An Equality Strategy Plan supports inclusive practice, and there is a strong emphasis on preventing bullying and harassment through education and group work.

Safeguarding
The British School Costa Daurada is committed to creating and maintaining a safe and secure environment for children. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is everyone's responsibility; everyone who meets children and their families has a role to play in safeguarding. Children talk to a trusted adult who will listen and report concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead. The school engages in inter‑agency working to secure safeguarding for all pupils and has two staff members who are Safeguarding Leaders. Safeguarding Leaders run training for staff at the start of the academic year.
Parent Experience

History
The British School of Costa Daurada was founded in May 2008 as Jigsaw British School. It changed its name to The British School of Costa Daurada in September 2019. The school is privately owned. The school moved to its current premises in January 2017. In September 2023, a new building was opened to house pupils in years 5 and 6, and also secondary pupils.

Community
Beyond the Class comprises after-school clubs, international experiences, family events, and community projects, enriching school life and strengthening the bonds within BSCD's community. The extended programmes foster a sense of belonging and engagement across year groups. BSCD is a vibrant community where learning, curiosity, and wellbeing grow together.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school is designed in harmony with its natural surroundings, promoting holistic development in a setting that supports learning. The campus comprises three buildings with bright, comfortable classrooms and outdoor spaces for learning and play. Each classroom is equipped with interactive whiteboards and rich resources to support active learning. Outdoor facilities support play, outdoor learning, and PE sessions, and the site includes an Olive Tree Playground, amphitheatre, STEAM Room, and Library Hub.

Sports Facilities
The school has a Multisport pitch for a range of physical activities. Extensive outdoor areas are used for PE sessions and outdoor learning. Changing rooms are available for student use. The outdoor spaces support a broad programme of sports and active learning.

Academic Facilities
The STEAM Room is equipped with the latest technologies to support cross-disciplinary projects. Library Hub provides resources to foster inquiry and independent study. The Science Lab enables practical experiments and scientific exploration. Each classroom has an interactive whiteboard and is richly resourced to promote active learning. The three-building campus offers bright, outdoor-capable spaces, and the building holds an 'A' energy certification.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Beyond the Class includes after-school clubs, international experiences, family events, and community projects. These extended programmes enrich school life. They strengthen the bonds that make BSCD's community thrive. The programmes reflect BSCD's commitment to extending learning beyond the classroom.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers a holistic education rooted in the British Curriculum, enriched by innovation, creativity, and care. This approach nurtures confident, curious, and compassionate learners and brings learning to life in the classroom, outdoors, and beyond.

Arts & Creative
The Music Hub provides curricular and extracurricular music lessons in a dedicated space. It nurtures creativity, musical skill development, emotional well-being, and cultural appreciation. It enriches students' lives and supports holistic growth. Drama fosters enhanced vocabulary, confidence and communication, social skills, creativity, and cultural awareness, with opportunities to connect learning across subjects.

Cultural & Language
English is the vehicular language for classroom communication. In Primary and Secondary, pupils develop English as the main language of instruction, study Spanish and Catalan as local languages, and learn German as a foreign language. English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided as needed.

Social & Hobbies
After-school activities include sports, arts, music, robotics and homework clubs. These programs allow pupils to explore interests, develop new skills, and discover their talents, contributing to a well-rounded education. They help pupils develop life skills such as time management, leadership, teamwork, and communication.

Community & Service
BSCD Charity Committee, founded in 2022, includes staff, Year 6 and Secondary pupils, and families. It organises charitable initiatives each term to support local charities, worldwide child-related charities, urgent needs, and pupil education and awareness. The Committee demonstrates responsibility and kindness and connects pupils with real-world issues.

Leadership & Professional
Class Representatives transform parent representatives into pillars of support and collaboration. They bridge communication between home and school, coordinate volunteer efforts for events and fundraisers, and ensure minutes of meetings are uploaded to the school app. The School for Parents provides spaces of trust, is facilitated by the School Psychologist and external professionals, and aims to build a positive partnership between the school and families to support pupils' education and well-being.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
BSCD prioritises the happiness and well-being of pupils and their families, and supports holistic development within an English-language educational project. The school maintains open doors and strong partnerships with families, fostering warmth, rapid communication, and collaboration to support pupil welfare.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the vehicular language and the school follows an entirely English language curriculum. Catalan and Spanish are introduced in Year 1 and are compulsory up to Year 11, with ESO diploma validation incorporating Catalan and Spanish requirements; Spanish as a Foreign Language is offered for (I)GCSEs. German is taught as a foreign language from Year 5, and is prepared for Goethe Institut exams; German as a Foreign Language is also offered for (I)GCSEs. The class teacher and Language Coordinator determine language programmes after a baseline assessment, and progress is recorded in Individual Language Learning Plans (ILLP).

Immersion Programs
English is the vehicular language for communication inside the classroom. The school immerses children from the beginning in English and provides a multicultural and multilingual education to young learners from 4 months. Most pupils are English as an Additional Language (EAL) learners and lessons are adapted to the needs of pupils, with teachers working in small groups daily and offering one-to-one support across subjects. Enhanced Provision (COOL Time – Choose Our Learning Time) supports language acquisition and inquiry-based learning.
Reputation

Awards
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Accreditations
NABSS, Pearson ES, educacio.gencat.cat; Bureau Veritas; Common Sense School; Protocol Antiviolència
Admissions

Admissions
BSCD is inclusive and welcomes pupils of all faiths, cultures, races, and family backgrounds. Applications for admission are non-discriminatory in line with the Equality Act (2010) and the BSCD Equal Opportunities Policy. Families should complete and submit the admissions form and review the Admissions Process. An initial interview is scheduled with the Head of Admissions to present the school's curricular and daily operations and to answer questions.
School Events
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