From 20 to 24 April 2026, we had the opportunity to participate in a job shadowing experience at BDC School Milan. The purpose of this visit was to observe innovative teaching methodologies, digital learning strategies, student wellbeing programmes and international curriculum implementation. Throughout the week, we attended meetings with teachers, school leaders and students, observed lessons across different subjects and reflected on educational practices that could be transferred to our own professional context in IES Ginés Pérez Chirinos.

The experience provided valuable insight into a modern international school environment that combines academic excellence, wellbeing, entrepreneurship, technology and project-based learning.

In the afternoon, we observed another Global Perspectives lesson in which students interpreted graphics and analysed factual data. The day concluded with a reflection session focused on the importance of critical thinking and student-centred learning.

In the afternoon, Year 11 students presented their F1 in Schools project. They explained how they designed and manufactured a remote-control racing car while also finding sponsors to finance the initiative. This interdisciplinary project combined entrepreneurship, engineering, teamwork, communication and creativity. It was an excellent example of project-based learning connected to real-world skills.

The reflection session highlighted the educational value of entrepreneurship and experiential learning.

Another important initiative discussed was the Reading Passport project. Students record all books they read, including summaries, favourite genres and reading routines. Families are actively involved and classes compete to read the highest number of books, with rewards such as outings and pizza celebrations. This initiative successfully promotes reading motivation across the entire school community.

In Economics lessons, we observed similarities between the curriculum and the Spanish ESO programme, particularly in topics such as resource allocation, macroeconomics, international trade and globalisation.

The experience concluded with a final reflection session in which we reviewed the most important aspects of the week, including:

• The integration of artificial intelligence into education.

• The importance of wellbeing programmes.

• Project-based and entrepreneurial learning.

• Flexible and personalised teaching methods.

• International curriculum implementation.

• Student participation and leadership.

This job shadowing experience at BDC School Milan was highly enriching both professionally and personally. The school demonstrates a modern educational vision that combines innovation, technology, wellbeing, inclusion and academic excellence.

Several aspects were particularly inspiring:

• The effective integration of AI tools into everyday learning.

• The strong focus on student wellbeing and emotional intelligence.

• The use of project-based learning to develop practical and entrepreneurial skills.

• The flexibility of teaching methods and personalised support.

• The active role students play in school life and decision-making.

The experience provided many ideas and strategies that could be adapted and implemented in other educational contexts. It also reinforced the importance of preparing students not only academically, but also socially, emotionally and technologically for the future.

Co-financed by the European Union. The opinions and points of view expressed only commit their author(s) and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the Spanish Service for the Internationalization of Education (SEPIE). Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.