Principles and Aims
Our Quality of Education Policy provides an overview of our approach to teaching and learning; assessment; and curriculum.
At the British Council School, Madrid, we believe that high-quality teaching and effective learning are fundamental to the success and well-being of our students. This policy outlines our commitment to providing a stimulating, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where every student can achieve their full potential.
Assessment is a fundamental aspect of education that informs teaching and learning practices, aids in monitoring progress, and ensures accountability. We recognise the significance of fair, transparent, and effective assessment practices in supporting the holistic development of our students. This policy outlines our approach to assessment, including its purpose, principles, methods, and implementation strategies.
We believe in providing a rich, broad, and balanced curriculum that meets the needs of all our pupils, prepares them for the challenges of the future, and fosters a love for lifelong learning. Our curriculum is designed to inspire curiosity, develop critical thinking skills, and promote personal, social, and academic growth.
Aims:
- To foster a culture of lifelong learning where students are engaged, motivated, and challenged to excel.
- To facilitate student learning by providing timely and constructive feedback.
- To measure student progress and attainment against defined learning objectives and standards.
- To provide a curriculum that is broad, balanced, and relevant, promoting intellectual curiosity and personal growth – and reflecting our best of both worlds approach through our bilingual and bicultural focus
- To ensure that teaching practices are evidence-based, innovative, and responsive to the diverse needs of our students.
- To promote active participation, critical thinking, and independent learning skills among students.
- To foster positive relationships, mutual respect, and collaboration within the school community.
- To promote equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring that all pupils have equal access to the curriculum and are supported to achieve their full potential regardless of background, ability, or circumstance.
Targets and Outcomes
- To have clear and consistent approaches to the Quality of Education across key stages
- Challenging and ambitious targets to be set and strived for by all members of our School community
- Transparent, fair and timely monitoring, evaluation and review so that all members of our School community are supported and stretched to achieve their best.
Reviewed July 2024
School families and staff can read the full policy on the School Community Site.