King Richard III College

The school aims to nurture well-balanced, empathic, and intelligent young people by providing a tailor-made curriculum that supports individual needs. It fosters a warm, close-knit community where students are encouraged to aim high, develop good manners, and show respect for others. The educational approach is designed to meet the challenges of modern society while producing happy and creative pupils.

The school follows the English National Curriculum from the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) through to A Levels, using the Cambridge International and Edexcel exam boards. It offers a bilingual pathway by running the Spanish system (ESO and Bachillerato) in parallel with the British curriculum. Unique subject offerings include Marine Science, Photography, and Music, which are available up to A Level.

Students graduate from the school to attend top universities in Europe and beyond. The school consistently achieves excellent results in IGCSE, AS, and A Level examinations, with many students receiving Cambridge Outstanding Learner Awards for their academic performance.

The school embraces the individual needs of every student and works closely with parents to ensure these needs are supported. Teachers are tasked with providing additional support for students who are struggling, as well as offering further challenges for those who find the curriculum easy.

Admission to the school is based on an application process that includes an interview and an entrance examination. Prospective families are required to submit reports and references from the student's current school and are invited to participate in a taster day. Entry into the Sixth Form is selective, requiring minimum grades of C/5 in English Language and Mathematics at IGCSE, and a minimum grade B in the specific subjects intended for A Level study.

The school operates a structured academic calendar that includes primary and secondary terms, with key highlights such as Christmas nativity plays, carol concerts, and various school-wide events. The academic year typically concludes with prize-giving ceremonies, and the school maintains separate calendars for its primary and secondary divisions.

Located in Portals Nous, the campus features 28 classrooms across four main buildings, with many rooms offering sea views. On-site facilities include two fully-equipped science laboratories, an ICT room, an art studio with darkrooms for photography, and a dining block providing daily meals. Outdoor amenities include a playground with football and basketball courts, while off-site sports facilities—accessed via private bus—include an indoor pool, sports centre, athletics stadium, sailing club, and equestrian centre. Musical productions are held at a 350-seat theatre in Paguera.

The school offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities, including musical productions, science fairs, and charity fundraisers. It is an accredited provider of the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Scheme, offering Bronze, Silver, and Gold programmes for students in Years 10 through 13. Additionally, students are trained and prepared for participation in Model United Nations events.