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Meet the Team

A Team Committed to Excellent Education & Wellbeing


Every day almost 2000 students stream in through our doors and are taught by around 200 British and Spanish teachers. Students are also supported by librarians, nurses, playground supervisors, security, technical, admin and customer service staff. 

All of our staff are recruited using rigorous British School selection policy and procedures, and our Senior Leadership Team ensure we excel in every area.

Our School Leadership Team


We have a British style educational management team structure. The management team of each section (Early Years, Primary and Secondary) supervise a team of middle managers, including Family Leaders who are responsible for the wellbeing of the pupils in their family group. 

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Welcome from the Executive Head

A very warm welcome to The British School - El Colegio Británico.


As I take up the role of Executive Head at The British School - El Colegio Británico from the 2026/27 academic year, it is a genuine privilege to become part of a community with more than 85 years of history, renowned for its academic excellence, strong values and unique identity. I am deeply honoured to lead, alongside an exceptional team of teaching and professional staff, an outstanding community of students and families as we build on the school's remarkable heritage and embark together on an exciting new chapter for The British School - El Colegio Británico.

Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to lead schools across the United Kingdom, Europe, the Middle East and Latin America. Those experiences have reinforced one simple belief: the very best schools are those where every student feels known, supported and challenged to fulfil their potential.

At The British School - El Colegio Británico, our mission is to provide an education that develops not only academic excellence, but also confidence, resilience, curiosity and character. We want every student to leave our school prepared to succeed at leading universities and to make a meaningful contribution wherever life takes them.

As part of Inspired Education Group, The British School - El Colegio Británico is entering an exciting new phase of growth, with expanded academic pathways, continued investment in outstanding learning environments and a commitment to providing every student with the opportunities they need to thrive in an ever-changing world.

Thank you for placing your trust in The British School - El Colegio Británico. I look forward to welcoming you to our community.

Jeremy Newton
Executive Head

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Pamela O´Brien

Deputy Head Pastoral


Ms O’Brien joined our school in 2005 and became Head of Secondary in 2010. 

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Brian Lynch

Deputy Head Academic


Brian joined The British School as Deputy Head with responsibility for Academic aspects in September 2020. He is excited to work as part of a great team of staff at an institution with such a rich history of success. His experience has been in UK schools, being part of several successful Senior Leadership Teams for the past 10 years. He looks forward to learning from the traditions and standards of our school and sharing his own knowledge and skills from his time in UK education.

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Joanne Brindle

Head of Primary


Joanne Brindle Head of Primary since 2016. With over 30 years in Education, Excellent Practitioner accreditation from Roehampton University and a Master’s in Leadership for Learning, Joanne maintains her passion for learning.  She frequently shares her experiences in Education Conferences, and leads Teacher training sessions committed to developing child centred education and professional fulfilment.

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Sharon Conlisk

Head of Secondary


Ms Conlisk has worked in The British School since 2006, first as an English Language teacher at the Somosaguas Teaching Centre before moving to the School in 2009 to teach English and History. After 4 years as Key Stage 3 Leader, she was appointed Head of Secondary in September 2020. Ms Conlisk is passionate about working with and listening to young people, and ensuring that they are given the opportunities to achieve their goals.

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Our Teachers


Our teachers are highly skilled and creative professionals who enjoy living in Spain, bringing both maturity and enthusiasm to collaborative work within this bicultural and bilingual context.

The English curriculum is delivered by teachers who are fully qualified by the UK Department for Education, with proven experience and formal certification in this curriculum. In addition, they meet the required standards in terms of technical expertise, professional competences, behaviour, and the specific qualifications necessary for their role. Spanish language and literature are taught by Spanish teachers who are fully qualified in their subject area.

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