The Maxwell School

We had a fantastic and truly enriching visit to the with our primary students.

Throughout the visit, the children explored different areas of the museum, including optical illusions and visual challenges such as mazes, where they discovered how easily our eyes can be tricked.

The students also put their sense of taste to the test by trying different snacks and attempting to identify flavours, and used their sense of smell in a series of fun experiments. One of the highlights was creating their own “movie” using sounds, where they experienced how audio can shape stories and emotions.

It was wonderful to see them learning through play—questioning, experimenting, and discovering how our brains interpret the world around us. Experiences like this are a valuable extension of the classroom, helping students develop curiosity, critical thinking, and collaboration skills.

A big thank you to the team at the Museum of Senses for their warm welcome and for creating such an inspiring and educational environment. We are very grateful for the opportunity and look forward to visiting again!

‘IGCSE students using Literature through collaborative learning’

Today our Primary students had an amazing trip to the Museo Nacional de Ciencias Naturales! 🦖✨

The children explored fascinating exhibits about animals, dinosaurs and fossils, and were completely captivated by everything they discovered. One of the highlights was a fantastic puppet show where they learnt about different types of dinosaurs — and had lots of laughs along the way!

It was a wonderful day full of curiosity, questions and hands-on learning. Experiences like this bring science to life and create memories that last far beyond the classroom. 💛

Y1/2 explored colour and texture in art this week! 🎨✨
Through hands-on activities, the children experimented with different materials, mixed colours and discovered how texture can change the way we create and express ideas. A week full of creativity, curiosity and fun!

This term we launched an exciting new collaborative project with Warhammer!
Through gamification, students will develop language skills, writing and sequencing, learning to follow instructions step by step while exploring the world of strategy games.
In today’s session, they began reading about fantasy world-building, creating and painting their first pieces and working together in a highly creative and multidisciplinary learning experience.
A fantastic way to bring storytelling, strategy and collaboration into the classroom! 🐉⚔️📚

Year 9 visit the Thyssen Museum 🎨

Year 9 enjoyed a fantastic visit to the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, where they explored different artistic movements and discovered how art reflects history, emotions and society.
It was a great opportunity to learn outside the classroom, observe artworks up close and spark meaningful discussions inspired by some of the world’s most iconic paintings.

Our Year 1 and 2 students had a fantastic time creating salt dough fossils!
Through this hands-on activity, they explored textures and shapes, developed their fine motor skills, and learned about fossils in a fun and engaging way.
A creative learning experience that brought science to life in the classroom! 🦴🌍

This week, our Year 1 and 2 students have been enjoying their Fruit Show and Tell!
Through fun activities and interactive games, they explored different types of fruits, learned about their characteristics, and shared their favourites with their classmates.
A great activity full of learning, curiosity, and healthy fun! 🍓🍍✨

🎄✨ Our trip to Nuevos Ministerios was great!
The children enjoyed spending time together, tasting some food, and walking around to see the Christmas decorations. One of the best things about our school is being able to enjoy and take part in the many cultural events happening around the city. 🏙️

🎃👻 Halloween fun at Maxwell! Today was packed with spooky excitement — from our Math Battle of the Bands with Y5, Y6, and Y8 🎸🎶 to loads of Halloween activities across the school! The creativity, energy, and team spirit were amazing, and everyone had a fantastic time.

A big shoutout to all the students and staff who made today so memorable! 🕸️🕷️

🎃🧟‍♀️ What an incredible day at the Zombie Run in Parque de Berlín! Our Maxwell students ran their hearts out for a great cause — we couldn’t be prouder of their energy, teamwork, and spirit! 🏃‍♂️💪

A huge thank you to all the parents who contributed to the cause or joined us to run or cheer — your support made it even more special! 💚👏

✨ What an amazing day we had last Friday at Maxwell! ✨

We celebrated Hispanic Day (Día de la Hispanidad), and we couldn’t be more grateful for the incredible support from our families.

🍽️ Thank you for all the delicious homemade dishes you brought from so many different cultures — it truly felt like travelling around the world through food!
🎶 We sang, danced and enjoyed the music and the fantastic atmosphere.
👗The children looked wonderful in their costumes, traditional outfits and cultural clothing, filling the playground with colour and joy.
❤️ Thanks to your generosity, we were able to raise over 200€ to support cardiovascular disease research — an amazing achievement for a day of celebration!

It was a beautiful day for our whole community, and it wouldn’t have been possible without your enthusiasm and effort.

Thank you for making this celebration so special! 💛