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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
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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FAQs
What age range does The British School of Costa Daurada serve?
The school serves students from Early Years to A Levels, ages 0 to 18. It is located in El Catllar near Tarragona and was founded in 2008.
What curriculum does the school follow?
The British National Curriculum with 80% of the 35-period week in English and 20% in German, Catalan and Spanish. A cross-curricular approach blends topics and discrete subjects.
Does the school have SEND support?
Yes. The SEND department uses IEPs, targeted interventions, assistive technologies and learning support assistants. Early intervention is a priority. A SEND school nurse is on staff.
What is the Wellbeing Department?
Led by the Head of SEND and a full-time School Psychologist, it promotes physical, mental, emotional and social wellbeing. Mental health education is integrated into the curriculum.
What languages are taught?
English is the vehicular language. Catalan and Spanish are introduced from Year 1 and compulsory to Year 11. German is taught. Spanish as a Foreign Language available for international students.
Where is the school located?
In El Catllar, a village near Tarragona. Surrounded by nature with medical services, supermarkets, a golf club and sports facilities nearby.
How many students attend?
443 students. The school was founded in May 2008 as Jigsaw British School and renamed in September 2019. A new building opened in 2023.
What facilities are available?
Three buildings with STEAM Room, Library Hub, Science Lab, Music Hub, multisport pitch, outdoor learning areas and interactive whiteboards in every classroom.
What accreditations does the school hold?
NABSS member, Pearson ES registered, Bureau Veritas certified, Common Sense School and Protocol Antiviolencia participant.
Is there a bus service?
Yes. Bus routes are available covering the Tarragona area.
What class sizes are typical?
Nursery 18-22 pupils. Foundation and Lower KS1 always have a teacher and teaching assistant. From Year 3, additional support teachers and teaching assistants.
What is the safeguarding approach?
Creating a safe environment is everyone's responsibility. Children talk to a trusted adult and know how to report concerns. Staff receive regular safeguarding training.
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