Strategic Plan

Deeper learning is achieved by having students work with relevant, real-world experiences that foster autonomy, inquiry, innovation, and connection to ourselves, each other, and the world we live in.

These profound learning experiences will explore real-world issues by developing essential skills such as collaboration and creativity and critical thinking through project-based learning and an interdisciplinary curriculum. As part of these learning experiences, students will be immersed in questioning and critical thinking. Importantly, they will assume ownership of their choices and the progression and outcome of their projects. 

What we will do

We will create the role of a Deeper Learning curriculum coordinator, along with Special Area consultants to ensure equitability and coordination. Teaching staff will have access to professional development on priorities and assessments of Deeper Learning pedagogy, and designated classrooms will be redesigned into attractive environments that foster collaboration and purpose-inspired learning. 

With greater access to technology, makerspaces, and mixed media, students will be guided in applying their ideas and practicing design thinking in areas such as  biotechnology, sustainability, and AI. They will develop concrete connections between conceptualization and application to real-world issues. Educators in all areas will prioritize Deeper Learning experiences and be equipped with the time, space, and resources they need to implement them. 

Strong connections, relationships, and a sense of purpose are at the heart of human growth and development. As a multilingual and multicultural community, ASB appreciates the unique strengths, attributes, and differences of each of our students and staff.

We prioritize emotional health, foster a culture of care and belonging, and ensure inclusive educational experiences. We strive to design environments where community members feel valued and supported. Focusing on strategies that promote caring and belonging will help all students feel more authentically connected with each other, their teachers, and the activities they engage in at ASB. Enhancing these programs will give our diverse student population a sense that their individual needs are being met so they can visualize their success at all grade levels. 

What we will do

Our educational programs will continue to develop curriculum and instruction representing multiple perspectives and culturally responsive pedagogy. Further developing our student-centered coaching model will give students more ownership of their learning. We aim to ensure that all students, regardless of their starting point, are challenged to grow academically and develop socially and emotionally.  We will enhance and expand our social and emotional learning and student well-being support offerings. ASB will invest in more support educators and student services, including occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, and an onsite psychologist. 

We will also further develop our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) policies and practices so that everyone contributes to building this inclusive culture across the community. An important component is ensuring that students, staff, and community members have equitable access to programs, pathways, and services. Specific pathways, such as alternatives to the IB Diploma program in 11th and 12th grades, will be developed to give students viable options that match their strengths. 

Staff will work alongside parents to design more active parent participation and collaboration to support students, and the entire school body will support philanthropic and socially responsible endeavors.

ASB is a community leader and we will continue to focus on strengthening bonds that connect and extend our work beyond the school gates into Barcelona and the international arena.

The potential for these connections to enhance our students' experiences, contribute to staff professional development, and create a stronger sense of community for our parents is unlimited. By developing a Learning Hub, we will create opportunities and long-lasting relationships to support our strategic goals for Caring and Belonging and Deeper Learning.

What we will do

We will strategically and proactively establish relationships with other international schools, universities, non-profits, alumni, and international institutions in Barcelona and abroad. These local and global connections will be broad and varied, beginning with student-centered activities within the performing arts, athletics, academic competitions, and service learning opportunities. Through strong partnerships, we will create internship and on-site learning opportunities for our secondary students in the areas of education, entrepreneurism, technology, and government and non-profit organizations. By updating and expanding our campus facilities, we will increase our capacity to host a more robust calendar of external events and conferences. We will also be better equipped to extend learning opportunities to our families with frequent meet-ups and talk from experts in child and adolescent development and well-being.