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Spain, Castellon
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Education in values is promoted across all educational stages. Kindness, effort, reflection, respect and cooperation are values that are worked on transversally in the curriculum. The school prepares students to become confident communicators in various languages, socially responsible and independent thinkers. Personalised learning and individual attention underpin the approach, recognising that every child is unique. The school prepares students aged 1 to 18 with a values-based education to help them face future challenges.
Additional Learning Needs (ALN) supports students whose first language is not Spanish. The ALN team offers Spanish as a Foreign Language (SFL) classes to ensure that students learn the basics and develop language skills. English as an Additional Language (EAL) support is provided for students who need help improving their English. The school promotes inclusive practice and provides targeted support to meet learners' needs within the admissions process.
English is the main language at the International English School of Castellón. The school provides a completely English environment with subjects taught by native teachers. Early Years involves total immersion in English. From Year 3, students are exposed to both French and German, with the option to continue one language from Year 4, and Valenciano is included in the curriculum from Year 2 to Year 11. English language support (EAL) is available for students who need help improving their English.
Emotional wellbeing and mental health are addressed within safeguarding policies. Staff are trained to observe changes in behaviour and to refer concerns to the Child Protection and Wellbeing Coordinator for appropriate support. The CPWC, Ana Gutiérrez, leads safeguarding and wellbeing, with designated safeguarding leads for EYFS/Primary and Secondary. The policy covers inter-agency collaboration with social services, health services and the police, and outlines how concerns and referrals are managed, including attention to online safety and mental health signposting when needed.
Safeguarding is a School priority with safer recruitment procedures and safeguards to protect pupils. The school works with local authorities, social services, the police and other agencies to promote welfare and respond to concerns. The Child Protection and Wellbeing Coordinator leads safeguarding, supported by designated safeguarding leads for EYFS/Primary and Secondary, and there are clear reporting, recording and escalation procedures for concerns or allegations. Staff are trained to share information appropriately and to act promptly in line with local and national guidance, including steps for dealing with allegations against adults. The school provides contacts for local authorities and maintains policy review and governance that involves Dukes Spain leadership in safeguarding matters.
International English School of Castellon delivers English National Curriculum alongside Spanish compulsory subjects to provide a double qualification recognised by British and Spanish authorities. It serves ages 1 to 18 across Early Years, Primary, Secondary. Early Years offers English immersion with native teachers and play-based learning. Primary maintains English immersion with an adaptable curriculum and transversal values. Secondary follows the British curriculum with key Spanish subjects and ongoing English immersion, with personalised support. Sixth Form provides the British Baccalaureate with a double qualification and tailored programmes to develop English proficiency. Languages include English; Spanish from Early Years; Valencian from Year 2–Year 11; and French and German from Year 3, with an option from Year 4. Facilities include classrooms, courtyard access, computer rooms, an art room, science laboratories, a Sixth Form study area with iMacs, dining rooms and a kitchen. Infant swimming with Aigua Escola. Extracurriculars include Music School, volunteering and Duke of Edinburgh Award.
