IBDP FULLY DELIVERED IN ENGLISH
The Global College offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in English. It entails a challenging, two-year multidisciplinary curriculum for students aged 15-18, which focuses on critical thinking and research skills, while also providing access to leading international universities.
CAMPUS & BOARDING IN MADRID CITY CENTER
Our student-centered campus, located in the heart of Madrid, includes innovative spaces that enable the use of new teaching methods and technologies. Furthermore, international students can take full advantage of a newly refurbished residence, which is a mere ten-minute walk from the college.
OUR ALLIANCE WITH IE UNIVERSITY
We are proud to have a strategic partnership with IE University, one the world’s leading higher-education institutions that shapes leaders with a global vision, clear entrepreneurial spirit and a human approach. This partnership gives us a unique insight into the education and skills that students require to head out into the world.
We have organised the information available for this school into 11 sections and 31 questions. Click or tap on the name of each section to read more.
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Number of students
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240
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Number of nationalities represented in the school
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41+ Nationalities. Our students come from Armenia, Belgium, Canada, Congo, Germany, Italy, Japan, France, Mexico, the Philippines, Russia, Spain, Switzerland, The Netherlands, USA, Ukraine, among others.
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Native English speaking teachers
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Yes
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Language support for students not fluent in English
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Our language of instruction is English and we provide IB English A and B.
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Additional language classes offered by the school
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Spanish, French, German and Mandarin. Other languages are available upon request.
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Max. number of students per class
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25
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Average number of students per class
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5-25
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Does the school employ teaching assistants?
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Yes
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Use of technology in the classroom
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There are several liquid learning spaces, which enable us to teach synchronously on-campus and remotely. The site is equipped with a computer lab and up-to-date software for use with all subjects.
Our curriculum is designed for students to be future-ready. We offer Computer Science and top-notch courses that integrate technology at their core, for our students to develop a digital mindset and master these skills.
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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)
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We use the Liquid Learning approach, which is much more than just Zoom sessions or delivering classes online. It is a unique evidence-based model pioneered by IE University that personalizes and adapts all learning formats, channels and forms of delivery to the profile, circumstances and convenience of the student, combining in-person sessions with asynchronous learning and assignments. It enables a learning experience that will help learners develop the skills and character for the jobs of the future: a combination of expertise, skills and mindsets.
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External examinations or assessments available
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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
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Do teachers assign homework to their students?
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Yes
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The school supports gifted, able and talented students
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All teachers practice quality-first teaching and are trained in assessing and helping those with additional needs (either gifted and talented or those with specific learning difficulties). Students are assessed on a case-by-case basis. The head of pastoral care takes ownership of student inclusion.
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Entry evaluation for students
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Yes
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Brief description of entry evaluation required
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In addition to reviewing candidates' grades and extracurricular activities, we also ask students to send us a video explaining their motivations for attending our school. After that, we also have a face-to-face or video interview with the candidates to get to know them better and a Base Line Test.
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Waiting list
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Yes
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Deadline for registration (new academic year)
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For day students, it is the 31st of January.
The admissions process for Boarding Students is open, it consists of 2 rounds. We encourage candidates to apply as early as possible to increase their chances of admission.
Round 1: Applications submitted by December 11th. Decisions will be communicated before the end of January. Candidates may be admitted, denied or deferred to second round.
Round 2: Applications submitted by February 20th. Decisions will be communicated by mid-March. Candidates may be admitted, denied or wait-listed.
After round 2, applications are accepted and will be evaluated by the Admissions Committee on a rolling basis if places are still available. Shall there be no places available candidates may be placed on a waitlist.
The deadline to apply for Merit-Based Scholarships is January 31st.
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Students can join after academic year begins
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Yes, as long as there is space available.
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School start time
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8:30
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School finish time
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14:30. In addition, the school campus is open until 20:00 and on weekends.
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Supervised care before/after school
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The campus is open with supervision until 20:00 and during weekends.
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School bus service available
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Yes for extracurricular activities
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Uniform required
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No, but we have a dresscode.
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Facilities at the school
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15 Classrooms
5 Team Discussion Rooms
1 Biology Lab
1 Physics & Chemistry Lab
1 Radio & Digital Media Lab
1 Filming Studio
Open Coworking Space (230m²)
1 Technology & Design Hub
1 Art & Creativity Hub
1 Entrepreneurship Hub
Healthy Food & Beverages
Social Collaboration Areas (105m²)
1 Library
20 Individual Research & Work Stations
Faculty Lounge
Green Outdoor Areas (1000m²)
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Sports facilities at the school
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All students will have access to off-site facilities dedicated to us: a double-sized sports hall, gym, swimming pool, and rock climbing wall. Some of these facilities are located in the IE University Tower.
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Grades/ages available for boarding
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Ages 15 to 18.
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Boarding facilities at the school
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The boarding house is located a short walking distance from campus, 15 minutes. The residence is exclusive for our students, and the House Parent and House Master both live at the boarding house and take care of our students. It has a garden, living and TV rooms, cafeteria and a rooftop.
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Qualities and characteristics best defining the school
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We are an innovative IB boarding and day school in the center of Madrid. Our highly personalized curriculum, superb career guidance, and urban campus provide an amazing pre-university experience.
– We combine the IB Diploma Programme with an Entrepreneurship Project, giving students the chance to put real-world skills to the test.
– Our strategic alliance with IE University provides powerful insights into what students need to succeed at universities across the globe.
– Unique urban campus provides amazing pre-university experiences, along with internship and international networking opportunities.
– Our teachers have an average of 20 years’ experience, and many are IB examiners.
– We are committed to building a diverse student body in terms of nationalities, cultures, and backgrounds. To this end, we offer two financial aid programs: Merit-based scholarships and Means-tested grants. We encourage families who cannot afford full tuition to contact our Admissions Team even if they think they will not qualify for financial aid. Our mission is to make The Global College accessible to students with true potential and we consider your specific situation.
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Teaching approach of the school
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The Global Campus teachers are fully qualified IB educators and have a minimum of two degrees. They have an average of 20 years’ experience each.
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Academics
At The Global College, we offer a personalised education, built around the International Baccalaureate, so that all students can achieve their full potential, preparing them for access to leading universities worldwide. Our curriculum is designed to provide coherence, balance and breadth, generating an appetite for learning and discovery in our students.
Drawing from a shared vision with IE University, we recognise the importance of a lifetime view of education. The future working environment will be global, digital and enterprising, with technology creating new jobs that don't exist yet. Students therefore need to be creative, resilient, entrepreneurial and open minded.
The IB Curriculum
The IB Programme prepares students for success in higher education and to be active participants in a global society. IB learners strive to be inquisitive, knowledgeable, principled, open-minded, caring, balanced and reflective individuals, as well as good thinkers, communicators and risk-takers. Its mission and philosophy clearly represent what The Global College stands for.
Students of the IB Diploma Programme select six subjects from six subject groups (Arts disciplines are elective and can be substituted by another subject from the previous groups). Three of the six subjects are studied at Higher Level (HL), each representing 240 teaching hours over two years. The remaining three subjects are studied at Standard Level (SL), each representing 150 teaching hours over two years.
Our Campus
Our unique campus is located in Barrio de Salamanca, Madrid, at 8 Castellón de la Plana St. Previously used by IE Business School, it will be home to The Global College thanks to its partnership with IE University. The Global campus has been designed to provide students with their first pre-university experience, rather than their last two years of school. The campus will be open outside class hours, including weekends, to provide students with comprehensive support to help them successfully complete their Baccalaureate.
Boarding
The Global College is happy to provide boarding facilities for its international students. They are just a 10-minute walk from the campus, perfectly located in Barrio de Salamanca, one of the most vibrant, sought-after and safe neighbourhoods in Madrid. They are a home away from home where students can feel comfortable, cared for and safe, while enjoying the city’s best cultural, commercial and social attractions, just a stone’s throw away.
Students live in a boarding house located in a premium neighborhood, in individual rooms that have been completely refurbished for The Global College residence. They have live-in residential staff, daily house-keeping, high-speed wifi, catering and enjoy plenty of weekend activities.
