France, Cote D Azur
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The British School of Monaco develops strong British social, moral, cultural, intellectual, emotional and spiritual values within a framework of physical and mental health. The learner profile emphasises Reflective, Resilient, Adaptable and Balanced traits that guide personal development and learning. PSHCE and wellbeing initiatives support resilience, empathy and connection across the school community.
Learning Support is provided, with specialist teachers able to deliver Learning Support and some students receiving one-to-one lessons. Needs may be identified before joining or during the programme, with assessments and appropriate support considered, including provisions for examinations where applicable.
English Language and English as an Additional Language are integral to the school's provision. EAL is defined as English as an additional language and aims to welcome linguistic diversity, ensure access to the curriculum, and help EAL pupils become confident and fluent in English. English is the language of instruction throughout the school in all subjects, with a broad English National Curriculum offer and Cambridge/Pearson accreditation.
Personal, Social, Health and Citizenship Education (PSHCE) promotes positive mental health and wellbeing for the entire school community and recognises mental health as crucial to overall wellbeing. The programme includes mindfulness and targeted interventions to support students' emotional wellbeing and resilience.
The British School of Monaco is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects everyone in the school community to share this commitment. Clear safeguarding policies and designated safeguarding leads are in place to respond to concerns as part of the school's safeguarding framework.
Located in Monaco, The British School of Monaco opened in November 2022 as a family‑run school delivering a British Curriculum with English‑language instruction at the heart of every classroom. The school follows the English National Curriculum, adapted for local characteristics, and is accredited and recognised as a Cambridge school. A broad Cambridge pathway for Years 7–11 leads to IGCSEs, followed by A‑Levels, with English as the language of instruction throughout. French is taught from Year 1 to Year 6, and the school offers an Individual Programme to tailor secondary, IGCSE and A‑Level pathways to individual learners. The campus comprises a primary site with indoor spaces and a nearby recreation area at the Modelex site, owned by the school and recognised by authorities, with a planned secondary site atop a cliff beside Jardin Exotique connected by a lift to shorten travel between sites. Facilities include spacious classrooms for up to sixteen pupils, whiteboards and interactive smartboards, a well‑stocked library and access to a swimming pool and local stadia for PE. The school runs a house system, a diverse enrichment programme, and participates in activities such as the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, off‑site trips, and reading initiatives.