BEYOND THE BOX EDUCATION
BTBE is a student-centered, real-world learning school. We reside on PEG Farm, St. Joseph and have more than 100 acres of farm to work and explore on.
Today BTBE is home to over 60 thriving young people, exploring their passions and learning through interest each day.
In 2016 the founder of BTBE, Gabrielle Logan, realised that there was a need for a more diverse approach to learning in Barbados and so began her two-year journey to construct the most dynamic and engaging school possible.
We are a Big Picture Learning (BPL) school and aim to stay as true to the BPL way as we possibly can. Centering our entire design around our belief that learning should be designed for "One student at a time".
THE BTBE WAY...
Individualized quality education
Our goal is to ensure that each student is receiving the best education possible for themselves based on their interests, strengths and weaknesses. We do not compare any student to anyone but themselves.
The culture at BTBE is centered around a healthy lifestyle and facilitating it. It is paramount to students’ success that they are taught and encouraged to take care of their minds and bodies.
Diversity, equity and inclusion
At BTBE we see each person as a unique individual who is to be accepted for who they are. Diverse cultures, ethnicities, socio-economic backgrounds, races and beliefs are to be respected, unless negatively radical.
Community
BTBE strives to create an in school community with strong family enaggement, that is safe and nurturing, while contributing to the greater local and global community outside our school walls.
Sustainability
Working and living consciously in the world is paramount to BTBE. It is important to us that we take care of the
planet and do our part to ensure its survival as well as ours.
​VISION
"Empowering each young person to realize their full potential through a personalized, holistic education that prepares them for a successful and meaningful life, both locally and globally."
MISSION
"To cultivate a supportive and inclusive environment where every young person is guided on a unique educational journey, developing the skills, values, and awareness to thrive in a diverse and interconnected world while caring for their well-being, community and planet."
BELIEFS
Our beliefs guide the way we view education, our students, and our roles within the school and broader world. These are the truths we hold:
1: Every student is an individual.
​Belief: Students have unique needs, strengths, and potential.
2: Students learn best when they are interested and excited about what they are learning.
Belief: Engagement and enthusiasm are key drivers of effective learning.
3: Students need agency over their learning pathways.
Belief: Students thrive when they have control over their educational choices and goals.
4: Our bodies are our most sacred possessions; we must treat them well so they work well for us.
Belief: Physical health and well-being are foundational to a fulfilling life.
5: We are members of local, international, and global communities.
Belief: Individuals are interconnected and have a role in shaping the broader community.
6: We only have one home, at BTBE and on Earth, and we need to take care of it.
Belief: Environmental stewardship is essential for the sustainability of our planet.
VALUES
Our values define the actions we take and how we interact with students, families, and the world. They reflect our commitment to these beliefs:
1: Commitment to holistic education and personalized support.
Value: We meet students where they are and do whatever it takes to support their all-around growth.
2: Empowerment and respect for individuality.
Value: Students need agency over their learning pathways.
3: Health, self-respect, and discipline.
Value: Our bodies are our most sacred possessions; we must treat them well so they work well for us.
4: Responsibility and positive contribution to society.
Value: We are members of local, international, and global communities, and we must impact them positively.
5: Sustainability, environmental responsibility, and stewardship.
Value: We only have one home, at BTBE and on Earth, and we need to take care of it. It’s our responsibility.
