About Us | King's College School Latvia

A British Education to Fulfil Your Child's Unique Potential

At our school, your child's future is in dedicated and experienced hands. We take pride in delivering inspirational, top-quality education that incorporates the best practices of the National Curriculum for England and Wales, as well as the globally recognised International Baccalaureate framework. We instil an international mindset alongside strong British values in all our students. In addition to our exceptional educational programmes, students benefit from a wide range of extracurricular activities and enrichment opportunities, as well as access to some of the best guidance available for planning pathways to university and future careers.

As a King’s College school, we are closely connected to other British international schools within the prestigious King’s and Inspired groups. These affiliations enable us to leverage a wealth of experience and provide a world of learning opportunities for both our pupils and staff.

A World of Limitless Opportunities Awaits Your Child at Our School

A Message from the Head of School

We provide a unique educational environment that puts children and their families at the heart of all we do. Our curriculum is designed to inspire students, both young and old, and to create a desire to learn more. Our mission is to ensure students love learning and to set the foundation for them to become lifelong learners.

At our school, each student is an individual, and as such, we ensure that they receive a learning journey as unique as they are. Our teachers are trained to respond to the needs and interests of the students when planning their learning. We aim to ensure that the latest thinking about learning is displayed in our classrooms, with a special focus on helping students understand how and why they learn. We embed metacognitive approaches and responsive teaching in all we do.

We believe that learning does not need to be confined to the classroom and include Outdoor Learning as part of our school curriculum for every child in the primary years. We also commit to offering travel experiences, giving our older students in Year 6 and above the opportunity to learn in environments beyond Latvia and to appreciate how visiting other countries can enhance their learning journey.

By linking subjects and providing practical learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom, our students embrace the IB learner profile attributes, a key driver of the school’s provision. These attributes ensure that our students grow into young people who actively seek to change the world for the better.

Our students receive an exemplary academic education and are equipped with the social and critical thinking skills to embrace the challenges of an ever-evolving world. We believe in values-based education, and therefore, our British values permeate everything we do. Children gain a rich ethical vocabulary at King’s College Latvia and are introduced to the idea of service from an early age, whether by helping their peers or younger students within the school or actively participating in supporting members of the wider community.

Learners develop an understanding of Latvian culture, values, and heritage while growing into globally-minded individuals. We take our social responsibilities very seriously at King’s College Latvia, and our students are active supporters of both local and international charities.

We see each of our students as a future leader, nurturing these skills and giving them opportunities to take on many responsibilities within the school community. Our students are members of a house team and work together to collect house points and encourage friendly competition between the houses. Our aim is for our students to become responsible and proactive members of local, national, and international communities.

It would give me great pleasure to welcome you and your family to our school for a visit and to have the opportunity to share with you our very special community.

Adele Stanford, Headteacher

Our School's History of Success

1969

Founded in 1969 by Sir Roger Fry, the King's Group is recognised nationally and internationally as a provider of top-quality education.

2017

King's College, The British School of Latvia is founded as part of the renowned King's College Schools Group, initially opening its doors to children from Nursery to Year 5.

2018

Our first British Schools Overseas (BSO) report highlights several areas of excellence within the school.

2019

The Secondary section is opened. Alongside the other King's College schools, King's College Latvia joins the Inspired Education Group, opening a world of opportunities for students.

2020

An additional facility for secondary students and specialist subjects is inaugurated.

2021

The school receives Cambridge International IGCSE accreditation.

2022

King's College Latvia becomes an IB World School, receiving IB Diploma Programme certification from the IB Organisation.

2024

King's College Latvia is now an all-through school, educating students from Pre-Nursery (2 years old) to Sixth Form (18 years old).

A Path Towards Achievement

Our Vision

Our vision is to be at the forefront of British Education Internationally. Our school experience is grounded in traditional values that promote academic excellence and personal fulfilment. Engaging, effective teaching based on our core values and the best, most innovative educational practices empowers students to achieve their academic goals while nurturing their individual talents. We prioritise the holistic development of each student, focusing on their physical, emotional, and social growth.

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide high-quality, British-style international education, delivering transformative learning experiences for all pupils, and enabling them to become knowledgeable and compassionate individuals. We are committed to positively impacting the future of our students and their families, enhancing the careers of our staff, and contributing to the wider community.

We are paving the way for your child's success by:

Creating a learning environment that fosters independent learning and critical thinking skills essential for success.
Consistently achieving outstanding educational results, benchmarking against the world's top schools.
Ensuring pupils attain high levels of fluency and confidence in English and other languages.
Integrating the IB learner profile attributes throughout the school community.
Promoting and maintaining a safe, caring, and challenging culture both inside and outside the classroom.

Exceptional British & International Curricula

Our British curriculum is accredited by the BSO and Penta, and is designed to meet the needs of our pupils at every stage of their development. Our programme is based on the UK National Curriculum, offering IGCSEs, and the globally-recognised IB Diploma. Each programme from Pre-Nursery to Sixth Form promotes inquiry-based learning, with a focus on a hands-on, practical education.

Our educational journey is divided into three distinct stages, following programmes approved by Latvia's International Schools Law. These programmes are recognised by member states of the European Union and NATO. All of our programmes are taught following Section 7 of Latvia’s International Schools Law, which requires the inclusion of Latvian studies as part of the international programme.

Programmes & Qualifications

The table below outlines how our programmes are delivered across the various age groups.

Phase Name	King's College Latvia Year Group	Latvia Education Stage	Programme Followed	Exams Taken
Preschool	Pre-Nursery	Preschool	Development Matters UK Foundation Stage Curriculum	N/A
Preschool	Nursery	Preschool	Development Matters UK Foundation Stage Curriculum	N/A
Preschool	Reception	Preschool	Development Matters UK Foundation Stage Curriculum	N/A
Key Stage 1	Year 1	Preschool	National Curriculum for England	N/A
Key Stage 1	Year 2	Preschool	National Curriculum for England	N/A
Key Stage 2	Year 3	1. Class	National Curriculum for England	N/A
Key Stage 2	Year 4	2. Class	National Curriculum for England	N/A
Key Stage 2	Year 5	3. Class	National Curriculum for England	N/A
Key Stage 2	Year 6	4. Class	National Curriculum for England	N/A
Key Stage 3	Year 7	5. Class	National Curriculum for England	N/A
Key Stage 3	Year 8	6. Class	National Curriculum for England	N/A
Key Stage 3	Year 9	7. Class	National Curriculum for England	N/A
Key Stage 4	Year 10	8. Class	National Curriculum for England	N/A
Key Stage 4	Year 11	9. Class	National Curriculum for England	IGCSE (Cambridge)
Key Stage 5	Year 12	10. Class	International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme	N/A
Key Stage 5	Year 13	11. Class	International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme	IB Diploma Exams
		12. Class

Our Latest BSO Inspection

The Department for Education offers an inspection scheme for British Schools Overseas (BSO), allowing schools to be evaluated against a shared set of high standards. This inspection provides valuable insights to parents, teachers, senior leaders, and the school's management, highlighting the school’s overall effectiveness, the quality of education delivered, and its alignment with independent schools in the UK. We are proud of our achievements and look forward to our next inspection in 2025.

Download the 2022 BSO Report

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