BCA provides a vibrant, caring and nurturing environment to develop our students into engaged learners, empathetic citizens and ethical advocates. We provide a student-centred and values-driven education which cultivates the joy of learning, builds character, instills values and encourages entrepreneurial spirit.
Students who join us from our Primary School or from other schools can expect to have a challenging, fun, safe and creative experience. We pride ourselves on high expectations for our students and our staff and make sure we help each individual grow throughout their time at BCA.
Secondary is made up of seven year groups, arranged into the final three stages of the British system:
| Year Group | Key Stage | US/international equivalent | Age at beginning of school year | Curriculum follows: |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 7 | KEY STAGE 3 | Middle School | 10/11 | English National Curriculum |
| Year 8 | 11/12 | |||
| Year 9 | 12/13 | |||
| Year 10 | KEY STAGE 4 | High School | 13/14 | International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) courses |
| Year 11 | 14/15 | |||
| Year 12 | SIXTH FORM | 15/16 | International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme | |
| Year 13 | 16/17 |
In the Secondary School, students move onto a secondary style timetable, still following the English National Curriculum, but now having specialist subject teachers. All learning is aligned with the BCA approach to High Quality Learning, preparing students thoroughly for their IGCSE examinations at the end of Year 11.
Once your child has finished Year 11 at The British College of Andorra, it will be time for them to start the prestigious International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme through Years 12 and 13. This programme is recognised throughout the world and reinforces our students’ becoming global citizens, with the skills to study at world renowned universities.
All our teachers are fully qualified experts in their subjects with a strongly developed pedagogy aligned with our definition of High Quality Learning. In addition to their dedicated teaching, teachers also work with students to support them with the next steps in their academic journey.
communication skills
Inquisitiveness
appreciation of diversity
ability to solve problems
sense of responsibility
commitment to sustainability
tenacity
courage
self-awareness
team-working skills
inventiveness
compassion
Careers Education and Higher Education preparation
In Years 10 and 11, in tutor time, PSHE and assemblies, students investigate the world of work, identifying personal interests, preferences, motivations, abilities, and talents that influence career choice and success.
Unifrog is an exceptionally useful online platform which all of our Secondary students have access to. Here they can learn how to research different careers and university courses around the world. In Years 12 and 13, applying to university and other educational programmes is an exciting experience that gives students the chance to further examine who they are, what they value, and what direction they would like to take.
The Unifrog platform also guides students through the university application process and writing of personal statements etc. All students have a personal tutor and we have specialist knowledge of entrance to UK, US and Spanish universities as well as many others around the world. We understand our students could want to apply anywhere and we are committed to fully supporting them throughout the process.