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Handwriting at Saint Andrew’s School

by SAS | May 3, 2026 | Curriculum & Academics

At Saint Andrew’s School in Tenerife, we practise our handwriting every day. But why? In a world filled with tablets, laptops and smartphones, it might seem like handwriting is becoming less important. However, at Saint Andrew’s, we believe it still plays a vital role...

Homework: A Good or Bad Thing?

by SAS | Mar 6, 2026 | Curriculum & Academics

The Purpose of Homework Homework has long been a topic of debate among educators and parents. Is it essential for learning, or does it place unnecessary pressure on children after a full day at school? At Saint Andrew’s School, we believe that a small amount of...

What Is the British National Curriculum?

by SAS | Feb 17, 2026 | Curriculum & Academics

What Is the British National Curriculum? The British National Curriculum is the official education framework used by schools in England and is also widely adopted by international British schools around the world. It sets out clear expectations for what pupils should...

The Psychology Behind Two-Age Learning at Saint Andrew’s School

by SAS | Jan 30, 2026 | Curriculum & Academics

At Saint Andrew’s School, our two-age learning model is more than a structuralchoice; it is a carefully considered approach grounded in how children think, develop,and learn best. Educational psychology shows us that learning is most effective whenchildren feel...

What Makes Learning at Saint Andrew’s School Special?

by SAS | Dec 12, 2025 | Curriculum & Academics

At Saint Andrew’s School, education isn’t just about maths, science and languages; it’s also about preparing children for life. In addition to the core subjects, we place extra emphasis on Personal, Social, Health and Economic education (PSHE), a subject area that...

Global Citizens of the Future

by SAS | Jun 2, 2025 | Curriculum & Academics

Saint Andrew’s School is situated in a small village, belonging to a small group of islands. Of course, these islands are part of Spain, an important European nation that plays an important part on the global stage, but at Saint Andrew’s, we believe our small size and...