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| Additional language classes offered by the school |
French, German |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
PDG values the teaching of new technologies with 3 computer labs, 1 robotics lab, and all classrooms have a laptop and projector. PDG's students use iPads and educational apps from Early Years onwards. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
Baccalaureate |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Learning support |
| Learning support offered |
Educational support for diverse educational needs and language induction are part of day-to-day learning. Individual attention seeks to ensure academic and personal success. Identifying learning challenges at an early stage and the offer of individual support establishes education improvement strategies in coordination with families. The Orientation Department has a psychologist, speech therapist and additional support staff to assist in the holisitic development of and adaptation to the processes of learning of all students. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
PDG prides itself on catering to the needs of gifted students. From the first contact with the Orientation Department, PDG has developed a specialised programme for children identified as gifted and highly talented. This programme has been reviewed by the Association of Parents of Gifted Students (Asociación de Padres de Alumnos de Altas Capacidades) in order to enhance it. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Depending on the age of the student, a face-to-face interview and/or entrance exam may be required. |
| School start time |
8:55 |
| School finish time |
Early Years: 16:20
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| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
PDG offers vegetarian menu. |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Football, basketball, gymnastics, judo, ballet, handball, robotics, computer clubs, public speaking, fast typing. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Multi-use sports complex, gymnasium, dance and multi-purpose rooms, indoor and outdoor swimming pool, 2 football pitches, basketball court, running track. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Palacio de Granda is a non-denominational private school with a strong commitment to high-quality education and high expectations for all our pupils. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
PDG's mission is to provide a high-quality, multi-lingual education, which broadens and enriches students’ lives. An education that contributes to the development of their ethical, social, moral, physical and intellectual values. |