NABSS INSPECTION REPORT
NIS (NABSS Inspection Service) is one of the recognised inspectorates for British schools in Spain.
For British schools, accreditation by the British Council is one of the requirements that schools must meet in order to be eligible for entry in the official register. The British Council is the educational authority responsible for accrediting that a school operating in Spain provides formal British education and that the qualifications gained have official validity in the UK. The British Council only gives accreditation to schools that receive a positive report from an inspectorate following inspection of that school. The maximum authorisation that can be granted is for four years. As a result, British schools in Spain have to be inspected at least once every four years.
Our school's last inspection was in November 2024. Here are some of the highlights from the latest report:
About The Headteacher
‘’The headteacher is passionate about her role and leads with high aspirations for the school, demonstrating a steadfast commitment to its continuous growth and improvement. Through her dynamic leadership, she cultivates a positive and inclusive environment where the entire
school community feels valued and motivated to strive for excellence.’’
About Nursery & Reception
‘’In the early years, the planning of topic-based activities is well thought out, providing ample opportunities for both child-initiated play and structured learning within the classroom and in the outdoor settings. The lessons conducted are highly engaging, fostering an environment
where children not only actively participate but also achieve an impressive command of the English language. This combination contributes to a highly enriching learning experience for the children.’’
About Primary and Secondary
‘’Primary and secondary pupils are presented with challenging and engaging learning experiences through effective questioning and well-planned activities that allow them to demonstrate their knowledge and build upon it.’’
‘’Across the school, teacher-pupil relationships are positive, fostering a supportive and nurturing learning environment. Pupils demonstrate excellent attitudes towards learning, contributing to a culture of mutual respect and academic engagement.’’
About the Teaching Team
‘’The staff enjoys a supportive relationship with the leadership team, and there is a sense of professional camaraderie and solidarity that permeates the school's atmosphere.’’
About Academic Performance
‘’The school has achieved very high academic results, with 53% of Year 11 pupils who were examined in English as their first language at GCSE achieving grades 8-9, and 47% achieving the same grades in mathematics. On average, pupils taking GCSE examinations
achieve excellent results, thus indicating that they make good progress and demonstrate the school’s high standards of teaching and learning’’
About the Management
‘’The good leadership and management are evident in the consistency of
expectations across the school, notably in the quality of teaching and learning and behaviour. These areas are strengths of the school.’’
You can download a copy of the complete report here:
