Quick summary of key school information
School details
Nationalities
| Number of students |
80 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
6 |
| Most common nationality |
Spanish & British. |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
7:2 |
Languages
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes, our teaching staff has a strong international profile, and all teachers have their own personal experiences with the A-Levels. |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
We offer extra classes for Languages. This creates a bond between the teachers and students, which in turn creates a dynamic classroom atmosphere. |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Spanish, French. |
Classroom
| Max. number of students per class |
9 |
| Average number of students per class |
5 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
No |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Our educational environment draws upon the educational benefits of the best technological tools in the market, creating a context that maximises the creativity of teachers and the transmission of knowledge to our students. Teachers and students work with the best digital tools. The iPad and its accessories work as a computer, tablet, book, camera, notepad, calendar, and folder – all in one. |
| 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) |
Our digital resources on the Internet help students link theoretical concepts with reality and provide a basis prior to the lesson so that they can focus on evaluation, analysis and discussion. Virtual classes are ready in times of emergencies. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
N/A |
Academics
| External examinations or assessments available |
A Levels. |
| Results in these examinations |
The graduating class of 2021/22 obtained fantastic academic results, having achieved 46% A*-A. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes, these improve understanding of the content and the ability to solve problems using prior knowledge. |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
One hour per subject (around 3 hours). |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100%. |
Student support
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Through the personalisation of our educational programme, we help students understand their learning needs and develop specific strategies to solve them. This support is particularly relevant for students with special educational needs. |
| Learning support offered |
Our Special Education Needs Coordinator works in continuous contact with teachers and Mentors to adapt the approach to different learning types. The team counts on professional psycho-pedagogical support that intervenes directly in some instances. The solutions are materialised mainly through the Mentoring Programme, where there are multiple opportunities for academic support and personalised help. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Our Educational Support Department designs individual classes for revision strategies, study techniques and exam techniques, among others, channelling the academic objectives of each student’s Roadmap. It also provides training and support to teachers on how to adapt their teaching practices to fit each student’s unique situation, included talented students. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Virtus counts on professional psycho-pedagogical support that intervenes on students. Our students enjoy a wide range of resources to maximise their potential, gain confidence in their learning and develop tools that will allow them to cope with their future personal challenges. |
Admissions
| Entry evaluation for students |
Our Admissions Process include: - Application form
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| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
The Vocational Profile that we carry out for each student, together with their personal and academic interests, allows us to design a Roadmap for their school stage at Virtus to develop them on three fronts: academic, university and personal.
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| Waiting list |
Our admission process is in line with the rigour of our educational programme, so we encourage families to start the admission process early, since the number of places available is very limited. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
August - September. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
As an exception, we can accept students during the academic year, however to study the situation, parents need to contact our Admissions department. |
School day
| School start time |
8:30 |
| School finish time |
16:20 |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes. |
| School bus service available |
Virtus offers a private bus service for students to get to and from school. |
| School provided lunches |
The school cafeteria provides hot lunches, healthy snacks and drinks. All meals are cooked daily. The lunch service provides a healthy and balanced daily school menu. |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Virtus offers vegetarian and vegan options and other special diets. |
| Uniform required |
Yes. Our uniform allows students to be comfortable but at the same time to be dressed appropriately and in accordance with the values of our school. |
Extracurricular activities
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Chess, Music, Criminology Club, Investment Club, Astronomy, Forecasting Club, Podcast. |
| Sports activities included |
Paddle tennis, climbing, basketball, football, athletics, rugby. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes. |
Facilities
| Facilities at the school |
Laboratories, multipurpose room, library, patio (outdoor area). |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Playground |
About the school
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Virtus is a Sixth Form College, a British school specialising solely in the A-Level stage (15-18 years of age) and university entry. The mission is to bring out the potential of future generations by offering them a cutting-edge education focused on personalisation, innovation and excellence. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Virtus' educational programme ensures there is one-of-a-kind approach towards the strategy, support and enrichment required for university access. Virtus analyses each student’s starting point using vocational tests, designs an individual strategy for the two upcoming years and works to meet the milestones set, enriching their profile with the knowledge and competencies required for their particular degree. |