Leadership, responsibility and a shared commitment to our school community.
On behalf of the Board of Directors, I would like to welcome you to the British School of Tenerife.
Our school has a proud history of providing British education in the north of Tenerife, built upon strong values, academic ambition and a genuine sense of community. As a Board, we are committed to protecting that heritage whilst ensuring the school continues to develop and provide the very best opportunities for our students.
One of the things that makes the British School of Tenerife special is that it is a non-profit, parent-led association. Our purpose is straightforward: to ensure that the decisions we make are in the best interests of the school and, above all, the children and young people entrusted to its care.
We believe that a successful school is about more than academic results. It is about creating an environment where children are happy, feel supported, develop confidence and are encouraged to achieve their potential. Our values of Commitment, Kindness, Honesty and Respect remain central to everything we do.
The Board works closely with the school’s leadership team, providing strategic direction, oversight and support. We recognise the dedication of our teachers and staff, the trust placed in us by parents and the important contribution that families make to school life.
Looking ahead, our ambition is to build upon the school’s achievements, continue investing in its facilities and educational provision, and ensure that the British School of Tenerife remains a school of which our whole community can be proud.
Thank you for being part of our school community and for your continued support.
The British School of Tenerife is a non-profit educational association, independent of government funding from both Spain and the United Kingdom.
As a non-profit school, income received through school fees is used to support the school’s operation and development, including teaching and learning, staffing, facilities and resources.
Parents are members of the Association of the British School of Tenerife, which operates in accordance with its approved Statutes.
The Association elects a Board of Directors every three years. The Board is responsible for the strategic direction and oversight of the school, working in partnership with the Academic Director and General Manager, who are responsible for its day-to-day leadership and management.
The Board of Directors provides leadership and oversight to ensure that the school remains financially sustainable, educationally ambitious and true to its values.
Setting the school’s long-term priorities and supporting its continued development.
Supporting high standards of British education, student achievement and wellbeing.
Overseeing financial sustainability and the responsible use of school resources.
Providing oversight of student welfare, school policies, risk and regulatory responsibilities.
Representing the interests of the Association and encouraging constructive engagement with families.
Supporting investment in school facilities, resources and opportunities for students.
The Board is made up of elected members of the school Association who contribute their time and experience to supporting the school and its future.
| Name | Position | |
|---|---|---|
| Alexander Hecht | President | alexander.board@bstenerife.com |
| Sonja Schmitz | Vice President | sonja.board@bstenerife.com |
| Diana Stroe | Secretary | diana.board@bstenerife.com |
| Vasilica Tita Simion | Vice Secretary | tita.board@bstenerife.com |
| Mihai Stroe | Vocal | mihai.board@bstenerife.com |
| Natalia Martín García | Vocal | natalia.board@bstenerife.com |
| Carlos González Cuenca | Vocal | carlosgonzalez.board@bstenerife.com |
| Thelma Cecilia Requena Bracho | Vocal | thelma.board@bstenerife.com |
| Cristian Calzadilla | Vocal | cristian.board@bstenerife.com |
Effective governance depends upon a strong and constructive relationship between the Board, the school’s leadership team, staff and families.
The Board provides strategic oversight, whilst the Academic Director leads educational provision and the General Manager oversees the school’s operational and business functions.
This partnership enables the school to balance educational priorities with responsible management and long-term planning, always keeping the interests of students at the centre of decision-making.
Parents of students at the British School of Tenerife are members of the School Association.
The Association holds an Annual General Meeting, normally in December, where members receive reports on the school’s progress, consider the annual accounts and participate in decisions in accordance with the Association’s Statutes.
Additional meetings may be convened when required.
We value the involvement of parents and recognise that open communication and constructive engagement are important to the continued success of our school.
Our key governance documents are available to families and members of the school community.
The Board welcomes constructive communication from members of the school community.
For governance matters or correspondence intended for the Board, please contact:
For general school enquiries or day-to-day operational matters, please contact the school office at info@bstenerife.com.
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