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Number of students |
1130 |
Number of nationalities represented in the school |
40 |
Most common nationality |
78% Spanish; 8% British; 14% from other countries, including China, Russia, United States, Italy, Germany, Denmark, France, Holland and others. |
Ratio of local students to international students |
78% local : 22% international |
Native English speaking teachers |
All academic staff teaching the English National Curriculum are qualified British teachers or, in the case of French, native speakers. Those teaching Spanish language, Spanish validation, Bachillerato and Valencian language are qualified native Spanish teachers. |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
Spanish, French, German, Chinese (optional) and Valencian |
Max. number of students per class |
25 |
Average number of students per class |
25 |
Use of technology in the classroom |
KCA's computing facilities are constantly expanding and students now benefit from a one-to-one Chromebook programme across the Secondary School, supported by cutting edge technology including 3D Printers, Green Screens, Robotics and Virtual Reality. In Primary learning is extended and supported with Apple iPADS and a variety of ICT trolleys containing laptop computers. Primary school pupils also have access to Chromebooks from Year 5 as part of our transition programme. This important learning strand is being led by the group´s Director of Digital Learning, supported by Digital Learning coordinators in each school. This will allow KCA to continue pioneer the latest technology for learning within the King’s Group of schools. |
Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
Yes, King’s College Alicante offers uninterrupted learning at all times, by constantly adapting our educational environment. Our trusted educational system affords us the agility to deliver a continuous education no matter the circumstances. |
External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE, A Levels |
Results in these examinations |
2019 A Level Results: Overall Pass Rate 99.13%
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Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
No deadline. Enrolment period open all year round |
Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School start time |
9:00 |
School finish time |
16:30 |
Supervised care before/after school |
Early club: 7:45 - 8:45. |
School bus service available |
Yes |
School provided lunches |
Yes |
Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Judo, Chinese, chess, ballet, robotics, football, skating, swimming, music |
Sports facilities at the school |
Pupils have access to excellent sports facilities including: a 7-a-side artificial pitch, basketball and volleyball courts, a football sala pitch, a large Multi-Purpose Hall, tennis courts and an indoor gymnasium. |
Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
King's College The British School of Alicante located in the outskirts of Alicante, with easy communication to the city by road and by public transport. It is housed in a modern, purpose-built building with state-of-the-art facilities designed for children between the ages of 2 and 18. |
Teaching approach of the school |
KCA's mission is to provide high quality British education that delivers a transformative learning experience to all pupils. |