Welcome to British School of Valencia
British School of Valencia (BSV) is a prestigious private British school located in the heart of the city.
It features two campuses designed to provide an outstanding education: one dedicated to Early Years, Primary and Secondary education, and the other, known as BSV Nexus, exclusively for Sixth Form students.
With an international student community, BSV welcomes pupils of all nationalities, from the ages of 2 to 18, offering a global and innovative educational experience.
A family atmosphere where collaboration and willingness to share their educational experience makes the students feel unique, understood, appreciated and loved.
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British School of Valencia
British Education System
Based on the British curriculum, our teaching aims to strengthen the cultural ties between Britain and Spain, encouraging the integration of our students, motivating and stimulating them at an academic and personal level.
BSV is recognised by both the British and Spanish education authorities. Students obtain both official certificates: A-Level and Spanish Bachillerato qualifications.
The school nurtures an all-round personal development, fostering students’ individuality and social integration for them to tackle future social and professional responsibilities.
Academic Excellence
BSV strives to offer a distinct educational model providing an excellent British education both at an academic and human level.
Through a combination of hard work from the students, as well as the guidance and support of their teachers, pupils manage to reach their goals in their official examinations. This allows our students to get into the university of their choice, whether in Spain, the UK or any other foreign country.
BSV Community
Since the school was founded in 1992, BSV has continued to thrive and improve to meet the shifting requirements of an ever-changing world.
Throughout this transformation, the school has made it a priority that the family feeling fostered from the very beginning continues to pervade.
Mr Capper is and experienced school and system leader. Prior to joining BSV he was Headteacher at The Marvell College, a large secondary school in the North of England and prior to that he was Head of Teaching School at The Pathfinder Teaching School Hub in York. These roles afforded him a breadth of experiences both in supporting schools and developing staff.
Our teachers
BSV rely on the essential contribution of highly qualified teachers to make our educational vision a reality.
Made up of British and Spanish staff, but also from other nationalities such as French, German, Chinese or American, our teachers invest their time and dedication to improve their student’s wellbeing, motivating and guiding them throughout their educational journey.
🎉 British School of Valencia ha sido reconocido, un año más, como uno de los mejores colegios en el ranking de @micoleoficial, la plataforma líder para buscar colegios en España.
Hemos destacado en:
🏅 Top 10 Mejores Colegios Privados de Valencia
🏅 Top 100 Mejores Colegios Privados de España
🏅 Top 100 Mejores Colegios de Valencia
✨ Gracias a toda nuestra comunidad por hacerlo posible. ¡Seguimos trabajando para mantener este nivel de excelencia! 💙
🎉 British School of Valencia has once again been recognised as one of the best schools in the Micole ranking, a leading school search platform in Spain.
We’ve achieved top positions in:
🏅 Top 10 Best Private Schools in Valencia
🏅 Top 100 Best Private Schools in Spain
🏅 Top 100 Best Schools in Valencia
✨ A huge thank you to our community for making this possible. Let’s keep aiming higher! 💙
#BSV #CognitaWay #ProudToBeBSV #TopSchools2024 #ExcellenceInEducation
¡Fomentando el amor por la lectura desde pequeños! ✨📖 En BSV sabemos que la lectura es clave para el desarrollo de la creatividad, la imaginación y la comprensión. Por eso, hemos creado un rincón muy especial en el patio; una acogedora caseta de madera donde nuestros alumnos pueden disfrutar de un buen libro en un ambiente tranquilo y agradable 📚💙
Encouraging a love for reading from an early age ✨📖 At BSV, we strongly believe that reading is key to developing creativity, imagination, and comprehension. That’s why we’ve created a special corner in the playground; a cosy wooden shed where our students can enjoy a good book in a peaceful and quiet setting 📚💙
#BSV #CognitaWay #LoveForBooks #GrowingThroughReading
¡Nuestros alumnos del Club de Correspondencia están difundiendo mensajes de esperanza! Dos alumnas de Year 9 fueron invitadas a participar en una entrevista en la BBC Radio York sobre su proyecto, en el que han enviado cerca de 100 cartas al Servicio de Salud Mental Infantil y Adolescente del National Health Service del Reino Unido. Estas cartas ofrecen apoyo a jóvenes que están atravesando momentos difíciles y serán exhibidas en un "árbol de recuperación" y posiblemente publicadas en un libro. La profesora encargada del proyecto resalta como esta iniciativa promueve la empatía y refuerza nuestra conexión como comunidad escolar 🌟
Our Correspondence Club students are spreading messages of hope! Two Year 9 pupils were invited to take part in an interview on BBC Radio York about their project, through which they have sent nearly 100 letters to the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service of the NHS in the UK. These letters provide support to young people going through difficult times and will be displayed on a "recovery tree" and possibly published in a book. The teacher leading the project highlights how this initiative fosters empathy and strengthens our connection as a school community 🌟
#BSV #CognitaWay #CorrespondenceClub #Wellbeing #MentalHealth
Estamos muy contentos de anunciar a los ganadores de nuestra competición de Duolingo organizada para los alumnos que cursan la asignatura de español como lengua extranjera. Este tipo de actividades no solo fomentan el aprendizaje del idioma de una forma divertida y amena, sino que también motiva a los alumnos a seguir practicando y adquiriendo nuevo vocabulario ayudándoles a mejorar sus habilidades lingüísticas mientras se divierten. ¡Enhorabuena a todos por su esfuerzo y dedicación!
We are very pleased to announce the winners of our Duolingo competition, organised for students taking Spanish as a foreign language. Activities like these not only promote language learning in a fun and engaging way, but also motivate students to continue practising, expanding their vocabulary, and improving their language skills whilst having fun. Congratulations to all of them for their effort and dedication!
#BSV #CognitaWay #LanguageLearning
Gracias a la generosidad y solidaridad de nuestra comunidad escolar cuando les propusimos participar en la iniciativa de Christmas Shoe Box Appeal 🎁, hemos podido llevar un poco de magia navideña con cajas llenas de regalos para los alumnos del CEIP Platero y Yo de Aldaia, quienes se han visto afectados por la DANA. Desde aquí agradecer a los responsables del centro por recibirnos, sus palabras de agradecimiento nos recuerdan el verdadero espíritu de la Navidad: compartir, apoyar y estar unidos 💖 Gracias de corazón a todas las familias que contribuyeron con sus regalos 🎄✨. ¡Feliz Navidad!
Thanks to the generosity and solidarity of our school community when we invited them to take part in the Christmas Shoe Box Appeal initiative 🎁, we were able to bring a touch of Christmas magic to the students of CEIP Platero y Yo in Aldaia, who have been affected by the DANA. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the school staff for welcoming us; their words of gratitude remind us of the true spirit of Christmas: sharing, supporting, and being together 💖. A big thank you to all the families who contributed with their gifts 🎄✨. Merry Christmas!
#BSV #CognitaWay #ChristmasSolidarity #ChristmasShoeBoxAppeal #SchoolCommunity
¡Enhorabuena a nuestros cinco alumnos BSV que han obtenido certificaciones oficiales de música! Dos de ellos han logrado certificaciones de RSL - Rockschool gracias a sus nociones con la guitarra eléctrica, mientras que los otros tres han conseguido certificaciones del ABRSM - Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music en piano y guitarra española. ¡Estamos muy orgullosos de su talento y dedicación!
Congratulations to our five BSV students who have achieved official music certifications! Two of them earned RSL - Rockschool certifications in electric guitar, whilst the other three received certifications from the ABRSM - Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music in piano and Spanish guitar. We are incredibly proud of their talent and dedication!
#BSV #CognitaWay
⚽🌟 ¡Gran día de fútbol y compañerismo! 🌟⚽ Nuestros alumnos han participado en diversos torneos de fútbol contra otros colegios internacionales de Valencia en los que chicos y chicas de distintas edades han demostrado no solo su talento en el terreno de juego, sino también su espíritu de equipo y deportividad 🏆💪. Este tipo de actividades no solo fomentan la práctica deportiva, sino que también enseñan valores como el respeto, la perseverancia y el trabajo en equipo.
⚽🌟 A fantastic day of football and teamwork! 🌟⚽ Our students took part in several inter-school football tournaments against other international schools in the Valencia region, where boys and girls, from a range of age groups, showcased not only their skills on the pitch but also their incredible team spirit and sportsmanship 🏆💪. Events like these promote more than just physical activity; they teach values such as respect, perseverance, and collaboration.
#BSV #CognitaWay #SchoolTournament #TeamworkAndSport
🎉 Queremos felicitar a nuestros alumnos por haber sido distinguidos con los prestigiosos premios de Cambridge Assessment y Pearson Qualifications. Este reconocimiento pone en valor su dedicación, talento y el compromiso con la excelencia que caracteriza a nuestra comunidad escolar. Los galardones incluyen el Top in the World en IGCSE Español como Lengua Extranjera, el High Achievement en AS Level Francés y el Highest Mark in Spain en IGCSE Arte y Diseño. Enhorabuena a los alumnos por este gran logro. ¡Estamos convencidos de que este es solo el comienzo de muchos más éxitos!
🎉 We are delighted to congratulate our students for being recognised with the prestigious Cambridge Assessment and Pearson Qualifications awards. This achievement highlights their dedication, talent, and the commitment to excellence that defines our school community. The awards include Top in the World in IGCSE Spanish as a Foreign Language, High Achievement in AS Level French, and Highest Mark in Spain in IGCSE Art and Design. Congratulations to the students on this remarkable accomplishment. We are confident that this is just the beginning of many more successes to come!
#BSV #BSVNexus #CognitaWay #AcademicSuccess #CambridgeAwards #PearsonAwards
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Ranking of Best International Schools in the Comunidad Valenciana by El Mundo British School of Valencia has been included in the list of the 12 best...
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El Mundo Ranking of the Best International Schools in Spain 2022 Once again, we are very proud to announce that British School of Valencia has...
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British School of Valencia among Forbes’ Best Schools in Spain The prestigious Forbes magazine has published the second edition of their Best Schools in Spain ranking...
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The Internet has enabled students to have instant access to an ever-expanding world of Information.
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26/04/2024
El Mundo Ranking of the Best International Schools in Spain 2022 Once again, we are very proud to announce that British School of Valencia has...
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26/04/2024
Ranking of Best International Schools in the Comunidad Valenciana by El Mundo British School of Valencia has been included in the list of the 12 best...
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26/04/2024
British School of Valencia among Forbes’ Best Schools in Spain The prestigious Forbes magazine has published the second edition of their Best Schools in Spain ranking...
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26/03/2024
Going back to school or going back to work for an adult might seem a complicated task at first due to all the changes that this implies.
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The British School of Valencia (BSV) offers a comprehensive education from Early Years to Sixth Form, following the National Curriculum for England. It begins with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) for children aged 2 to 5, followed by Primary Education (Years 1 to 6) for ages 5 to 11. Secondary Education (Years 7 to 11) prepares students aged 11 to 16 for the prestigious Cambridge IGCSE exams. Finally, the Sixth Form (Years 12 and 13) provides pre-university preparation through A-Level programmes, guiding students toward international universities.
Studying at a British school in Valencia offers numerous advantages, including an internationally recognised and academically rigorous education through the British National Curriculum, ensuring high proficiency in English and other foreign languages. This environment fosters personal development by enhancing social, emotional, and physical skills while also promoting cultural diversity, equipping students with the understanding and adaptability needed to thrive in both professional and personal settings.
The level of English required to study at our British school in Valencia varies depending on the educational stage. For early levels, no extensive prior knowledge is required, as children naturally acquire the language from their early years. However, for higher levels, students are expected to have sufficient English proficiency to follow the academic curriculum. Language assessments are conducted to ensure students can integrate successfully.
Our British school in Valencia ensures a smooth integration for international students through inclusive support, including welcome programmes with orientation sessions and a buddy system, Spanish as a foreign language classes, personalised tutoring for individual guidance, and diverse extracurricular activities that promote social and cultural integration.
