BRITISH BACCALAUREATE IN CASTELLÓN
SIXTH FORM
At British School Vila-real we offer an unrivalled Sixth Form programme in Castellón. Our school stands out for its international approach to education, preparing students for the academic and personal challenges they will face at university and in their professional lives. Through a rigorous curriculum and innovative methodology, our students have the opportunity to access a globally recognised education.
Access to the British Baccalaureate (Sixth Form)
Sixth Form (Year 12 & 13 – 1º y 2º de Baccalaureate)
To begin the Sixth Form, it is recommended that students should have achieved 5 GCSEs at grade C (new system 4/5) or above. AS and A-Level subjects are highly academic and require a great deal of effort. Some teachers may require a grade of B/6 or higher. Our aim is to ensure that students choose the right programme so that they can achieve the grades they need for their future careers.
It is important that students learn to organise their time. They have to become independent as well as able to work in a team. They have to learn to take responsibility, develop their leadership and public speaking skills.
The 6th Form pupils are a reference and inspiration for the younger pupils. It is their responsibility to set a good example in their behaviour, dress and attitude.
We expect and hope that they will attend all their classes every day from 9.15am to 4.45pm. Good appearance must be respected at all times. Students interact with teachers in a collaborative way in order to get the best possible academic, social and personal training.
When students finish BSVR they are prepared to live in an ever-changing society and become «global professionals».
British Baccalaureate Methodology (Sixth Form)
The IGCSE examinations are the last part of compulsory education in the UK. The next stage is the Baccalaureate or Key Stage 5. This covers years 12 and 13. Students prepare for the GCE Advanced Level examinations at the end of year 13.
The IGCSE examinations are the last part of compulsory education in the UK. Students prepare for the GCE Advanced Level exams at the end of year 13. These are the exams they need for university entrance. With A Levels our students have direct access to universities in Spain and also have the option of studying at universities in other countries around the world as they gain the double qualification: Spanish and British.
A-Levels are the equivalent of the Baccalaureate. They are taken over 2 years.
- In Year 12 our students take the AS-Level examinations which are also external and marked in the UK by Edexcel and Cambridge International Examinations. The results of these exams are also added to the results they obtain in Year 13 and are part of their cut-off mark.
- In Year 13 our students take A-Level examinations through Edexcel and Cambridge International Examinations and are marked in the UK.
In Bachillerato our pupils specialise by choosing the subjects they are most interested in according to their university aspirations. This allows our pupils to have a personalised programme of study with the flexibility of the British Curriculum. This variety of subjects allows them to prepare specifically for their future studies. Results are always excellent and above the UK average, in some cases obtaining the highest marks in the world and in Spain in exams taken at Cambridge and Edexcel examination centres.
In Bachillerato we have a group of students who never cease to amaze us with their academic and personal qualities. This stage is the one that most distinguishes us as no other school in the province of Castellón offers this curriculum.
Baccalaureate students are a reference and inspiration for younger pupils. It is their responsibility to set a good example in their behaviour, dress and attitude. The relationship with the teachers becomes a partnership to achieve the best possible result.
IGCSE subjects and examinations
After the IGCSE courses, students progress to the A-level programme. This is equivalent to the last two years, post-compulsory, (Y12 and Y13) or ‘Sixth Form’. So KS5, Y12-13, Sixth Form and British Baccalaureate are synonymous terms. These are the two most important years at BSVR. Success at A Levels will open doors to the best universities in the world, which will determine each student’s professional future.
A Levels are subjects with a very high academic standard. For this reason, all students who come from other systems of education other than the British system must have completed the studies required in their own country’s education system as well as having an excellent level of English.
The Baccalaureate at British School of Vila-real offers a wide range of A Levels:
English Literature | Business Studies | Graphic Design |
Mathematics | Art | French |
Further Mathematics | Geography | German |
Biology | History | Chinese |
Physics | ICT | Spanish & Spanish Literature |
Chemistry | Physical Education | Psychology |
Normally our students choose three A-Levels plus A-Level Spanish.
With A-Levels our students have direct access to universities in Spain (no need to sit the General phase of the Selectividad) and also have the option of studying at universities in other countries around the world as they gain the double qualification: Spanish and British.
If they wish to access the Spanish university, the grades they obtain in the A levels will be equivalent to the grade of the General Phase of the Selectividad (up to 10 points).
In addition, they will be able to choose subjects of Specific Competences to access the Spanish university.
- Spanish Language
- Geography
- Scientific Mathematics
- Applied Mathematics
- Economics
- Technical Drawing
- Design
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
- History of Art
- Fundamentals of Art
- Latin
A student chooses Spanish Language + 2 of the specific phase exams – the marks will be added to the A-Levels results in order to raise the mark to 14.
What subjects do we offer?
At our British Baccalaureate in Castellón we offer subjects that cover both IGCSE and A-Levels. This broad educational offer allows students to choose those subjects that best suit their interests and career aspirations, encouraging a personalised education aimed at individual success.
University Preparation
One of the key aspects of our educational programme at British School Vila-real is the solid preparation for university. Through a multi-disciplinary approach and a wide variety of subjects, our students not only acquire the knowledge they need to tackle exams, but also develop the critical skills they need to succeed in the university environment.
Our programmes are designed to enable students to gain access to the most prestigious universities both nationally and internationally.
University guidance: universities and careers
The requirements of universities vary from one university to another. Some follow a comprehensive process and want to see evidence of a genuine interest and commitment to the subject, as well as the academic ability to study at university level. The personal statement and references are a very important part of the process, and at BSV we know how important it is to have more than just academic success.
British School of Vila-real selects one student each year for academic excellence. This student wins an international scholarship to study at Lester B. Pearson at the University of Toronto.
Our students are studying a wide variety of majors such as: Translation and Interpreting, Languages, Business, Economics, Journalism, Immunology, International Business, Teaching, Video Game Development, Tourism, Law, English Studies, Engineering – Mechanical/Biomedical/Electrical, Physics/Maths, Medicine, Dentistry and International Relations, to name a few.
Our students study at universities in Spain, the UK, throughout Europe and the USA.
Here are some of the universities our alumni have chosen to study at:
Universidad Jaume I (UJI) | ESIC | Manchester University |
Universidad de Valencia | ESAT Innovation School | Bangor University |
Universidad Politécnica de Valencia | Universitat D’Alacant | Aberdeen University |
Universidad Católica de Valencia | Universidad de Zaragoza | Warwick University |
CEU – Valencia | Universitat de les Illes Balears | Aston University (Birmingham) |
Universidad Complutense de Madrid | Glasgow University | Southampton Solent University |
Universidad Pontificia Comillas de Madrid | Exeter University | University of Edinburgh |
Universidad Europea de Madrid | Portsmouth University | Vesalius College – Brussels |
Barcelona – ESADE/Ramón Llull/Pompeu Fabra | Imperial College of London | Winthrop University – USA |
Universidad Autónoma de Barcelona | Queen Mary University of London | University of Nebraska – USA |
Universitat Politécnica de Catalunya | Dundee University | Reinhardt University – USA |
Universidad de Navarra | Teesside University | University of Maine Fort Kent – USA |
International opportunities
As part of our global educational vision, British School Vila-real promotes numerous international opportunities for our students in collaboration with the ISP. We organise exchange programmes with other British schools and participate in international educational projects that broaden the cultural and academic perspectives of our students. This programme allows students to develop key skills in an international environment.
Why choose British School Vila-real?
Choosing our Sixth Form in Castellón means opting for a quality education, based on academic excellence and the integral development of the student. We are known for offering an education that goes beyond the school curriculum, encouraging critical thinking, creativity and responsibility. In addition, our modern facilities provide the ideal environment for our students to grow and develop to their full potential.
Outstanding academic track record and Highly qualified teaching staff
Our school has been recognised for its academic track record, producing generations of students who have excelled in both their studies and careers. The results obtained in the IGCSE and A-Levels examinations are testimony to our commitment to educational excellence. Students at British School Vila-real have a solid preparation which enables them to gain access to prestigious universities and successfully face future academic challenges.
Our teaching staff is made up of highly qualified teachers who not only master their areas of specialisation, but are also committed to the academic and personal success of each student. Their dedication and passion for teaching make our school a benchmark in British education in Castellón.