The British School of Costa Daurada

Wellbeing and social and emotional development are central to BSCD. The Wellbeing Department promotes holistic well-being, including physical, mental, emotional, and social aspects, across the school. It is led by the Head of SEND and a full‑time School Psychologist, with the Head of Wellbeing, and delivers Early Intervention across the school community. Mental health education is integrated into the curriculum, and support services are provided to those in need. An Equality Strategy Plan exists and yearly psychosocial risk assessments are conducted; there is a strong policy to prevent bullying and harassment.

BSCD's SEND department ensures equitable access to education and opportunities for personal growth. Early intervention is used to improve outcomes for children. Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) are tailored to meet each student's needs, with targeted interventions and accommodations that may include specialized teaching strategies, assistive technologies, and learning support assistants. Fostering an inclusive environment helps raise awareness and understanding among all pupils. The school uses an observation, planning, and assessment cycle with parental involvement and collaborates with external professionals to develop and implement appropriate educational and care plans.

As a British school, English is the vehicular language and the curriculum is entirely English-language. English immersion is the norm, with families encouraged to reinforce their first languages at home. Most pupils are EAL learners, so lessons are adapted to their needs, in small groups with one-to-one support in other subjects. The class teacher and the Language Coordinator determine which language programmes and support sessions are best suited for each pupil, with progress recorded in the Individual Language Learning Plan (ILLP) and communicated to practitioners and families. In Primary and Secondary, pupils study Spanish and Catalan, plus German as a foreign language; Spanish and Catalan are compulsory through Year 11, and German is prepared for Goethe‑Institut exams.

The Wellbeing Department promotes the holistic well-being of all members of the school community, including physical, mental, emotional, and social health. Mental health education is integrated into the curriculum, and support services are provided to those in need. The department is led by the Head of SEND and a School Psychologist, with the Head of Wellbeing, and engages in Early Intervention across the school. An Equality Strategy Plan supports inclusive practice, and there is a strong emphasis on preventing bullying and harassment through education and group work.

The British School Costa Daurada is committed to creating and maintaining a safe and secure environment for children. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is everyone's responsibility; everyone who meets children and their families has a role to play in safeguarding. Children talk to a trusted adult who will listen and report concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead. The school engages in inter‑agency working to secure safeguarding for all pupils and has two staff members who are Safeguarding Leaders. Safeguarding Leaders run training for staff at the start of the academic year.