King's College The British School of Alicante

Pastoral care is provided by teaching and non-teaching staff as pupils grow and develop in the school. For younger pupils, the class teacher and learning assistant are the initial contacts for help. A dedicated pastoral and wellbeing leader ensures all pupil needs are planned for and met through the curriculum and assembly programme. In the Secondary school, a designated tutor oversees the academic and social welfare of the tutor group via the PSHE programme and year group assemblies, with daily tutor periods and visiting speakers enriching the provision. Senior staff coordinate PSHE and broader pastoral care, and there is an annual Universities Fair with university visits; staff receive training to deliver informed guidance. Regular parent communication is facilitated through newsletters, calendars, handbooks, and parent–teacher consultation evenings; the Headteacher and staff are available by appointment. The school welcomes pupils from diverse backgrounds and teaches Christian values from an ecumenical perspective, with opt‑out options for other faiths as requested by families.

The school uses English as the language of instruction with full immersion in English. French and German are offered as additional languages. The British System emphasizes more than bilingualism in English and Spanish, aiming to develop open-minded, creative individuals through experiential and cross-curricular learning.

A dedicated pastoral and wellbeing leader ensures pupil needs are planned for and met through the curriculum and assemblies. In the Secondary school, a designated tutor supports academic and social welfare through the PSHE programme, year group assemblies, and daily tutor periods, with visiting speakers adding to the wellbeing provision. Senior staff oversee the PSHE programme and wider pastoral care, and there is external input from international universities through visits and events such as the Universities Fair, supported by staff training on current guidance. There is a strong emphasis on parent–school communication through newsletters, calendars, reports, and consultation evenings to support student wellbeing and progress.

The safeguarding policy commits to safeguarding and promoting the welfare, health (including mental health) and safety of pupils, with a clear framework for action. All staff have responsibilities to contribute to a safe environment, know how to respond to disclosures, maintain confidentiality, and refer concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead. The policy applies to all pupils and adults in the College, including during off‑site activities and exchanges. The College is committed to inter‑agency information sharing to secure the best safeguarding outcomes for pupils. The policy aligns with Keeping Children Safe in Education definitions and guidelines, emphasising that safeguarding is everyone's responsibility.