Life at BCIS

Professional spaces. Memorable experiences.

Students learn in industry-standard studios, build friendships through clubs and expand their horizons through trips, speakers and creative experiences.

Young creatives celebrating together at a music showcase

Facilities

Our learning environment is designed to support students' education, wellbeing, personal development and creative ambition.

Common Room at BCIS

Common Room

Students have access to a welcoming common room with comfortable seating, table games and social spaces.

Creative displays encourage self-expression and inspire new ideas.

  • Comfortable seating
  • Table games
  • Social spaces
Media Suite at BCIS

Media Suite

Our media suites provide access to the professional tools used across the creative industries, enabling students to develop high-quality digital content.

  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Adobe Lightroom
Indoor Gym and Sports Spaces at BCIS

Indoor Gym and Sports Spaces

Dedicated Physical Education facilities support students' health, fitness and teamwork.

  • Indoor gym
  • Fitness equipment
  • Outdoor football space
  • Outdoor basketball space
Recording Studios at BCIS

Recording Studios

Our professional recording studios provide an inspiring environment in which students can develop their creativity and technical skills.

Students can record, produce and develop their own music using current industry-standard software and equipment.

  • Logic Pro
  • Ableton Live
  • Professional recording equipment
Music Practice Rooms at BCIS

Music Practice Rooms

Fully equipped practice rooms allow students to rehearse, collaborate and prepare for recording and performance opportunities within a professional setting.

  • Professional PA systems
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Pearl drum kits

Attendance impact · 2024/25

100%of learners improved their attendance compared with their previous place of education
40%of learners improved their attendance by more than 30%

Enrichment Opportunities

At BCIS, learning extends beyond the classroom. Throughout the year, students can take part in educational trips, creative experiences and guest-speaker sessions led by creative-industry professionals.

These opportunities broaden students' experiences, build confidence and provide insight into future careers and pathways.

We also celebrate student achievement through enjoyable reward trips that recognise effort, progress and personal success.

BBC 1Xtra studiosDolby Atmos mixing studiosSky AcademyScience MuseumArt exhibitionsVR gamingGo-kartingClimbing the O2

Extra-Curricular Activities

Our extra-curricular programme allows students to develop new skills, explore interests and build confidence in a relaxed and supportive environment. Every student has the opportunity to get involved, build friendships and develop skills outside their main studies.

After school

Football club and tournaments

Dungeons & Dragons

Health and fitness clubs

Supported catch-up and continued learning

At lunchtime

Film club

Reading club

Gaming club

Fashion and textiles club

One-to-one support club