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| Number of students |
650 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
40 |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Spanish |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE, A Levels |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Depending on the age of the pupil, BSGC may need to conduct an academic evaluation, which might include an English Entrance Test, maths evaluation and other appropriate subject exams, for the oldest students. |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Maspalomas Campus - Large play and recreation spaces are situated in front and behind the school; the latter being used for sports and physical education lessons. There are two ‘child friendly’ rubberised play areas, one specifically assigned the youngest students in Nursery and Reception. Tafirea Campus - Large sports hall, the outdoor play and sports facilities include a small synthetic 5-a-side football pitch, volleyball court and a hard surface play area for outdoor basketball and football. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
The British School of Gran Canaria is a private non-profit school following the UK curriculum. BSGC provides education for pupils from 3 to 18. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
BSGC is committed to providing a challenging, fulfilling and encompassing educational experience to all students, |