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The British School of Gran Canaria is an independent, non-profit making, non-denominational school that provides a complete education for boys and girls of all nationalities from nursery to university entrance. The education is based on the British model and with the exception of Spanish language and humanities classes, the medium for learning is English. The School and its studies are fully recognised by the Spanish authorities. Although the School is geared towards providing a British education in an English-speaking environment, it prides itself on being a rich mix of many cultures all of whom unite with ease to form the ethos which is the British School. Over 20 cultural backgrounds are currently represented within the School. All the staff are qualified teachers in their own field, recruited mainly from the United Kingdom. Academic standards are high and the vast majority of pupils gain university places in the UK, Spain and the rest of the World. Control is founded on the principle of self-discipline. Relations between staff and pupils are warm, respectful and help bring out the best in both teacher and pupil. The school has two sites. The parent school which caters for children from 2-18 together with the main office is situated between Tafira and Marzagan and enjoys delightful views of the "Pico de Bandama" and adjacent countryside. The South centre, which caters for children from 2-11, is located centrally within the Maspalomas. The pleasant school campuses combined with the high quality of teaching ensure that the pupils work and develop in a warm, happy atmosphere. Each pupil is treated as an individual who is encouraged to achieve their full potential in a caring and supportive environment.