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The school places emotional well-being and mental health at the heart of its ethos from Early Years, alongside King's Values. A dedicated pastoral and wellbeing leader coordinates support across the curriculum and assemblies to address students' social and emotional needs. There is an on-site counsellor who attends to pupils' emotional wellbeing. Staff receive ongoing training to support learners effectively, and the programme is complemented by interactions with international universities, including an annual University Fair and a Careers Day. Anti-bullying is addressed through PSHE sessions, Circle time and assemblies, and is revisited throughout the year. The school holds the Wellbeing Award for Schools.
Mental wellbeing is a core focus of school life, supported by a dedicated pastoral and wellbeing leader and an on-site counsellor who provide direct support to pupils. Staff receive ongoing training to recognise and respond to mental health needs and to support student resilience. Wellbeing topics are integrated into the curriculum and assemblies, with opportunities for students to discuss concerns openly. The school fosters empathy, resilience, and healthy relationships as part of its wellbeing programme. Anti-bullying and PSHE sessions reinforce positive mental health.
The safeguarding policy aims to actively promote the well-being of pupils, safeguard and promote welfare, and establish clear procedures for dealing with concerns about welfare, abuse, neglect or exploitation. It sets a zero-tolerance approach to child-on-child sexual violence and harassment and promotes a whole-school culture of safety, equality and protection. Staff are trained to carry out safeguarding responsibilities and feel supported in this role, and the school works with parents, local authorities, and partner organisations.
King's College The British School of Madrid - La Moraleja is a private British school serving ages 1 to 16 across two campuses in La Moraleja. It is part of the King's College Schools Group and follows the UK National Curriculum, delivering the Cambridge IGCSE. From Pre-Nursery to IGCSE, UK-trained staff deliver a broad English-language Primary curriculum, with Spanish taught from Year 1 in Spanish language and social sciences; or Spanish as a Second Language, aligning with Spain's requirements. After IGCSEs, students typically progress to King's College Soto de Viñuelas for the IB Diploma pathway. The school has a history of over 50 years and recently redeveloped facilities for academics, sports, and the arts. The Infant Campus (Calle de la Salvia 36) and Main Campus (Paseo de Alcobendas 5) support learning for up to 900 pupils with canteens, outdoor spaces, and facilities, including science labs, IT suites, and performance spaces.
