ᐅ Secondary School in La Moraleja ᐅ Kings College La Moraleja

Exceptional British Secondary Education in La Moraleja

Ages 11 to 16

At our Secondary School in La Moraleja, we are committed to empowering students to reach their full potential and nurture their talents through High-Performance Learning. Our leading British Secondary education focuses on fostering not only academic excellence but also personal growth, character development, and life skills, preparing your child for a bright future anywhere in the world.

With a rigorous English curriculum delivered by exceptional subject teachers, we maintain high educational standards to prepare students for success in their IGCSE exams in Year 11 and beyond. Our school facilitates the recognition of students' studies completed in the British educational system in Spain, by homologating them to Graduate in Compulsory Secondary Education (ESO), a qualification recognised by schools and universities around the country.

Why Choose Our British Secondary School in La Moraleja?

At the heart of our Secondary School education in La Moraleja is a strong commitment to academic excellence, underpinned by a high work ethic and gold standards in all areas. Our team comprises highly qualified, UK-trained secondary teachers, dedicated to nurturing each student's potential. They ensure learners are ready to excel in Sixth Form, university, and future career paths.

With comprehensive academic programmes, a foundation of strong British values, unrivalled enrichment opportunities, and personalised support, our students are equipped to excel academically and secure placements at leading universities worldwide, including Oxbridge and Harvard.

Secondary School Curriculum

Our Secondary School in La Moraleja stays at the forefront of educational innovation by embracing modern teaching techniques, AI learning technology, and a forward-thinking British curriculum that prepares students for the challenges of the future, with a key focus on critical thinking abilities. The British National Curriculum encourages an analytical approach to learning, teaching students various problem-solving methods and fostering creativity and resilience in developing effective solutions.

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Secondary School Subjects

All students must study English Language, Mathematics, Science, Spanish Language & Literature and Social Sciences. Students of non-Spanish nationality study Spanish as a second language, whereas students of Spanish nationality validate their studies by following courses in Spanish Language, Literature and Social Sciences, according to the requirements of the Spanish Ministry of Education.

Secondary pupils have a certain degree of freedom to choose further subjects they prefer, and we guide them in selecting the disciplines which will be most useful and adequate for their future university course and career aspirations, especially at the IGCSE level. Nine or ten IGCSE exams are taken at the end of this stage (Year 11) for the different subjects.

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Key Stage 3 (Years 7 to 9) Programme

All students in Key Stage 3 follow a rich, balanced and varied programme based on the British National Curriculum alongside the compulsory Spanish subjects for native speakers. Delivered by specialist teachers, our academic programme is rigorous whilst also allowing our students to work independently, developing important skills for IGCSE study.

When compared to the English National curriculum, we offer additional elements, such as the introduction of separate sciences (Biology, Chemistry, and Physics) in Year 9, and the option to study three modern languages (French, Spanish, and German).

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Key Stage 4 (Years 10 & 11) Programme

When students move into Key Stage 4, in Years 10 and 11, they continue with the same curriculum, but with a focus on subject specialisms to prepare them for their IGCSE examinations. They choose optional subjects to complement their study of English, Mathematics and the Sciences, which allows them to build a tailored academic portfolio with the guidance of our experienced staff. At this stage, students are encouraged to take more responsibility for their learning whilst engaging in a range of different tasks during lessons.

Assessment at Secondary School

Students are assessed internally using the King’s Group assessment model. This is based on the 9-1 grading system linked to IGCSE studies and allows the school to track progress from Years 7-11. A range of formative assessment tools are used to identify strengths and weaknesses in students’ performance. Teaching is then catered to the relative needs of the individuals in each class, ensuring that they are ready to excel in their official IGCSE examinations at the end of Year 11.

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Languages in Secondary School

We are an English-speaking school dedicated to providing our Secondary students with full English language immersion to achieve native-level fluency. Our language programme covers English, Spanish and French with native-speaking teachers, and our students become bilingual in English and Spanish.

Additionally, students in Key Stages 3 and 4 receive separate lessons in English as an Additional Language to enhance their language skills and support their success in their English Language GCSE examination.

To further enhance their invaluable multilingual abilities, students can take Mandarin Chinese and German as extracurricular lessons.

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Secondary School Facilities

Secondary students at King’s La Moraleja have access to exceptional facilities, purpose-designed with first-class equipment and resources for a holistic learning experience, preparing them for success at school and beyond.

Students learn in modern, fully equipped classrooms with interactive whiteboards, and benefit from a cutting-edge ICT centre to develop technology, coding and robotics projects, featuring 3D printers and Adobe Creative Suite programmes, among other tools.

Additionally, they have access to three exceptional science labs for Biology, Physics and Chemistry experiments, purpose-built music and art rooms to explore their creativity and performance skills, a multi-sports field and a gym for a wide range of individual and team sports, and plenty of common spaces to relax and socialise.

In addition, all students enjoy our school cafeteria serving home-cooked, nutritious meals planned by a nutritionist, contributing to developing lifelong healthy eating habits.

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Secondary School Teachers

Our highly experienced and qualified secondary school staff form the backbone of our educational offering. Many hold degrees from top universities globally, such as Oxford and Cambridge, while others possess various master’s degrees in education. Their expertise is evidenced in the top preparation our students receive for their IGCSEs, in which they excel year after year. Our Secondary School teachers are also trained in applying our High-Performance Learning approach to their lessons, ensuring they can guide students to reach their full potential.

In our nurturing and inclusive environment, every student is valued and supported, with our teachers and school counsellors committed to their individual well-being and success.

Extracurricular Activities for Secondary Students

Secondary students have access to an exceptional programme of extracurricular activities both at lunch and after school. These include sports like Basketball, Football, Skating, Chess, Rhythmic Gymnastics, or dance lessons, enabling them to discover their passions and cultivate their unique talents. Additionally, they can study coding and robotics, developing one of the most relevant programming languages, Python. This enriches their educational experience with practical skills, fostering teamwork and creativity, and preparing them for future careers in IT.

Students can also explore different languages (Chinese, German, French) to enhance their multilingual skills, which are essential to work and stand out in our globalised world.

All these activities make learning enjoyable and relevant, contributing to well-rounded and empowered individuals ready to meet the challenges of the 21st century.

Enrichment Programmes & Clubs

Our secondary school students benefit from a wealth of learning opportunities and experiences beyond the classroom, from field trips and a careers day to an extensive enrichment programme and House competitions.

Sports

Through extracurricular sports activities, students can further develop their skills under expert coaching, ensuring they reach their full athletic potential. Our professional coaches include a football coach from Atlético de Madrid Academy, a multisports coach with a World Rugby Coach certificate, judo coaches who hold 8th and 6th Dan black belts, and a rhythmic gymnastics coach who is a Level 3 National Coach and Judge.

Secondary students have exclusive access to the José Caballero sports facility in Alcobendas for physical education lessons beyond our school facilities, where they can play team sports including football, basketball and volleyball.

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Arts

Music, Drama and Art all form part of our Key Stage 3 curriculum and all three subjects may be carried forward for further study at the IGCSE level. Each of these subjects is taught by specialist teachers in purpose-built studios and practice rooms, offering a range of equipment for students to hone their creativity, confidence, problem-solving, and communication skills. We are proud to collaborate with professional musicians and dancers, including our contemporary dance teacher, who trained at the prestigious Real Conservatorio de Opera de Madrid.

Dance and Music School instrumental lessons are offered weekly for students who wish to pursue their passion beyond the curriculum. Additionally, our students regularly showcase their talents in school recitals and concerts.

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Pathways to Success Beyond La Moraleja Secondary School

British education at our school provides a path to unlimited opportunities, helping your child grow into a responsible, proactive, confident, and highly-prepared young individual. With this solid foundation, they will be qualified to attend the most prestigious universities worldwide and equipped to face the challenges of adult life.

After completing Year 11 at our secondary school, your child will transition seamlessly to King’s College, Soto de Viñuelas for Sixth Form, where they will excel in A Levels or the IB Diploma supported by expert teachers. King's Soto is renowned for opening doors to world-leading universities like Oxbridge, Harvard, and other top institutions, as well as for full sports or arts scholarships. King's College graduates pursue fulfilling careers in high-demand fields such as engineering, business, medicine, and the arts.

The transition from King’s La Moraleja to King’s Soto is smooth, with direct re-enrollment and guidance from our team throughout the process.

Discover how our Secondary School in La Moraleja can equip your child with the skills and knowledge foundation to excel in formal examinations and in their Sixth Form education.

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