We are delighted to share that our Former Pupil Irene Hidalgo (2024 Graduate) has an important exhibition “Distancia de pertenecer” (Distance of Belonging) from 5th September 2025 at the Agaete Cultural Centre, as part of the cultural programme organised by the Cabildo of Gran Canaria.
In this series, Irene invites the observer to look at the everyday from a new perspective, inhabiting spaces of calmness and uncertainty. Her work reflects a dialogue between the visual and the musical, also nurtured by her studies at the Conservatorio Superior de Música de Canarias.
We send our warmest congratulations to Irene from all at The British School of Gran Canaria. We are very proud of her achievement and hope that many from the school community are able to visit the exhibition and experience her artistic vision!
🧪🌊 Year 12 Biology Students Explore Coastal Ecology at Ojos de Garza and Melenara Beaches 🐚🐢
On Wednesday 28th May, our Year 12 Biology students embarked on a field trip to Ojos de Garza beach to explore the fascinating world of rocky shore ecology. 🪨🔬
As part of their fieldwork, students investigated how the distance from the shore influences the density, frequency, and size of key intertidal organisms, including barnacles, algae, and limpets. 🐌🌿🦪
This hands-on experience required students to demonstrate teamwork, planning, and the ability to adapt to the dynamic challenges of the natural environment. 🤝📏🌦 The data collected during the trip will be used in future lessons for statistical analysis 📊 to identify meaningful patterns and relationships.
Following the scientific activity, students took part in a turtle release 🐢 at nearby Melenara beach. The turtle had been rescued and rehabilitated after being injured by plastic waste in the sea—a powerful reminder of the impact of pollution on marine life. ♻️🌍
This memorable trip was an excellent opportunity to combine scientific inquiry with environmental responsibility, leaving a lasting impression on all participants. 👩🔬👨🔬💚
The British School of Gran Canaria Dining Hall: A Model of Nutritional Excellence
On 15th May 2025, The British School of Gran Canaria’s catering service successfully passed its scheduled biennial health inspection, carried out by the Health Department of the Government of the Canary Islands. This visit also included a review of our compliance with the Real Decreto de Abril 2025 related to new school menu regulations.
The inspection confirmed that our menus exceed both regional and national standards in terms of variety, nutritional balance, and ingredient quality. Key highlights include:
Daily vegetables and salads: served in a wide variety every day.
Fruit: two different options offered daily.
Legumes: included in the menu every day.
Fried foods: far below the permitted maximum.
Dairy, bread, and wholegrain cereals: served weekly and daily, respectively.
Sugary drinks: strictly prohibited – only water is served.
Homemade preparation: all meals are prepared in-house with fresh, additive-free ingredients.
The use of iodised salt, high oleic and olive oils, and fully homemade cooking were especially praised. The health inspector described our kitchen as a model for other schools to follow.
As part of the new regulations, the catering team will implement two additional measures: offering wholegrain rice or pasta at least once a week, and introducing a second weekly egg-based dish to diversify protein sources.
This evaluation is a positive feedback on the service provide and also reaffirms our commitment to providing healthy, sustainable, and high-quality school meals. We take this opportunity to thank our families and staff for their ongoing support in achieving this shared goal.
The British School of Gran Canaria is one of the Best Schools in Spain!
We’re excited to share some wonderful news: this year, The British School of Gran Canaria has been recognised as one of the top schools in Spain by two highly respected sources.
Firstly, El Mundo, one of the country’s leading newspapers, has included us in its prestigious list of Best Schools in Spain under the International Schools category. In addition, the educational platform micole.net has also featured BSGC among its recommended schools.
These recognitions are a reflection of the commitment we share as a school community: to provide a high-quality international education, to support each student on their individual journey, and to uphold the highest academic standards.
We want to sincerely thank our dedicated staff, our supportive families, and of course, our amazing students. Your trust, effort and enthusiasm are what make BSGC such a special place to learn and grow.
On Tuesday 25th March the Secondary Drama Club proudly presented the comedy "Too Many Detectives at the Murder Mansion". Students have been practicing the play after school since September and all of their hard work came to fruition in a performance that was heartwarming, exceptionally funny and utterly unique. The play also provided an opportunity for students to excel in other areas including assistant direction, prop design, prop construction and lighting. This year this talented group of actors and artists joined the drama club from every year group, giving a true community feel to every rehearsal and fostering friendships from Year 7 to Year 13. We're already looking forward to what they will produce next year!
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