Almuñecar International School
Recommended by Shona Lewis
Pupils study the full range of National Curriculum subjects as well as Spanish and social studies in accordance with the Spanish curriculum objectives. Courses lead to GCSE and A level examinations, with full convalidation of studies available, and students are prepared for university entry abroad, or here in Spain.Urb. Los Pinos s/n Avda. Capitan Rodriguez, 18690 Almuñecar, Granada, Spain
Tel: 958635911 secretaria.ais@infonegocio.com www.almunecarinternationalschool.org
Click here for an interview with Headteacher Sue Richards
Aloha International College
Recommended by Jan Edwards
International School based in Marbella. A non-profit-making organisation owned by a charitable trust and administered by two Head Teachers with a Board of Governors, all of whom are parents.. Aloha College was the first all-IB school in Spain. Students study English and Spanish and can gain qualifications in
both British National Curriculum and as a Spanish-style school offering the Spanish LOGSE programme.
Urbanización el Angel, 29660, Nueva Andalucia, Marbella (Málaga),
Telephone: 34 95 281 41 33 - Fax: 34 95 281 85 23
www.aloha-college.com
Comments:
The college was established in 1982 and provides an international education in 2 sections, Junior School (3 - 10 years) and Senior School (11 - 18 years)
Benalmadena International College
Recommended by Francesca Lopez Gutierrez
Benalmadena College offers a British education from Kindergarten to 18 years of age. The Dual System is offered for Spanish speaking students from 5 to 18 years of age. These students are registered with both Spanish and British education authorities and are eligible to enter either Spanish or British Universities.
C/Catarmarán s/n, Nueva Torrequebrada, 29630 Benalmádena Costa Tel/Fax: 952 561 666, info@bic-benal.com
www.bic-benal.com
The British School of Cordoba
Recommended by Shona Lewis
The British School of Córdoba was founded in 1998. Since then it has established itself as a leading school in the area occupying two attractive sites in the north of the city within 500 metres of each other. The main, purpose built Primary and Secondary building was opened in 2003 and the Infant children moved to their new premises in September 2006.
The school is fully authorised to teach the National Curriculum for England and Wales with additional studies in Spanish. The curriculum is broad and balanced and leads to IGCSE and AS and A level examinations in a good range of subjects. There is a good range of extra curricular activities organised by the Parents’ Association.
An emphasis is placed on the education of the whole child and relationships in the school are strengthened through dialogue and mutual respect. Ages 3-18. Approx 400 pupils
c/ México, 4 Cordoba Postal Address: 14012 Córdoba
Telephone: 957 767 048 director@colegiobritanicodecordoba.com www.colegiobritanicodecordoba.com Member of www.nabss.org
Calpe School
Recommended by Nick and Jo Duncan
Calpe Junior School is a family run school, established in 1973. The school offers a Co-educational British Curriculum for pupils aged 3 to 10 years, and is situated in a quiet residential location, next to the beach and eucalyptus woods in San Pedro de Alcantara. Calpe School is regularly inspected by The British Council, assuring that the school follows the British National Curriculum and meets required standards.
Los Eucaliptos, 60 - Urb. Linda Vista Baja - 29670 San Pedro de Alcántara (Málaga) 952 786 029
Email: info@calpeschool.com
www.calpeschool.com
Comments:
"I can't believe that a year has gone by when we said farewell to your
fabulous school. Josh has settled in extremely well to "big boy school" and this was
achieved mostly by the way he was taught by calpe in his first 4 years
with you. He gained confidence, understanding, respect and above all a happy will to
learn whilst he was in your care and this gave him the grounding to easily
adapt to his new and somewhat larger surroundings at his new school. His
results in his first year are well above average and he has progressed so
much further in his sporting achievements that he now needs to step up a
class and a year from his current year. This achievement we would put
solely down to you in the encouragement and level friendly discipline you
instilled in him. Whilst he enjoyed (and won) sports day, we shall never forget the Calpe
sports day on the beach and we really miss this. Please say hi to all of your staff who knew him and please do feel free to
use any part of this e mail for any marketing purposes. Thank you so much for all your help in helping Josh to become the boy he
is today" (Nick and Jo Duncan,Calpe school 2005-2009.)
Colegio Internacional Torrequebrada (CIT)
Colegio Internacional Torrequebrada (CIT) is a bilingual private school (Spanish & English).In 1963, Mr. Angel Bueno Roldán founded a private school to provide quality education to families living in Getxo -Vizcaya. In 2005 Mr. Federico Mayor Zaragoza – former Educational Minister in Spain and UNESCO and General Manager for 12 years- opened the new school in Andalucia. Ages 3-18 years. Trilginual education (Spanish, English & French) .
Ronda del Golf Este, nº 11. Urb. Torrequebrada, Benalmadena, Costa Del Sol
info@colegiotorrequebrada.com
www.colegiotorrequebrada.com
The English Centre
Recommended by Jill Megginson
International School based in Cadiz
Ctra Fuentebravia, Km 15, Aptdo 85, El Puerto de Santa Maria, (Cadíz) info@elcentroingles.es 956 850 560 info@elcentroingles.es www.elcentroingles.es
Comments:
Co-educational day and boarding school that teaches the Spanish curriculum and very intensive English as a Foreign Language to 750 children aged 2-18. Sixty staff, including 48 full time teachers. Thirty-two classrooms, labs, library, computer room, video room, sports facilities and auditorium. Extra curricular activities include sports, choir, dance and music. Annual ski trip and trip to UK.
The English International College
The school offers The English National Curriculum in an international context to more than 500 boys and girls of many nationalities aged three to eighteen. English is the predominant language among 80% of students.
Urb. Ricmar, he Early Years, Reception, and Primary School staff are all well qualified and experienced classroom teachers; the curriculum is further enriched by the availability of specialist teachers for subjects such as Mathematics, Spanish, French, Music, PE and ICT. From Year 1 class sizes are kept to a maximum of 20.
Crtr. de Cádiz, Málaga Km. 189,5, Marbella, Málaga, +(34)952-83-1058/9
information@eic.edu
www.eicmarbella.org
The International School Estepona
Recommended by Emma Tremlett
International School situated 200m from the N340 at the Benavista exit, near Estepona, on the road to El Paraiso.
Centro Commercial La Zarza Camino de Cortes Urbanisation El Paraiso Estepona 29688 Tel. ( 34) 952 88 47 89
Email: info@marbellaschool.com www.marbellaschool.com
Comments:
The School educates children from 2-12 years using The British and Spanish Curricullums. All classes are heated and air conditioned for all year comfort and The School has beautiful modern facilities, garden and all weather sports court, and Interactive Smart Boards. Headteacher is British qualifited Montessori teacher
"They (parents concerned about their child's insufficient level of Spanish) should go to a Spanish school if this is the case but there Mother tongue will suffer. You may have decided to live here but your child may wish to return to UK or another English speaking country when they have finished their studies" (HG, Jan 2010)
Click here to read the full interview with Howard Godbold of the school
Mayfair Academy
Recommended by Christine Armstrong
International School based in Estepona
Avenida Golandrina 16, Atalaya Park, Estepona 29680, Malaga
Tel. 34 952 784923 info@mayfairacademy.com www.mayfairacademy.com
Comments:
Mayfair Academy was established in 1997 and offers continuous education from the age of 4 through to 18.(Reception, Primary Secondary and Sixth Form) as well as the Regular Curriculum leading to IGCSE and A Levels, Mayfair has a NVQ Curriculum with National Vocational Qualifications and University entrance is possible with either curriculum
"Mayfair pupils meet other students from so many different countries. The school community is truly international and multicultural. This is such a valuable opportunity as it awakens a curiosity for other cultures, languages, traditions and customs and even food from an early age. We talk about the world 'becoming smaller' and the 'global community', well I firmly believe that pupils from Mayfair leave the school more prepared for life as global citizens and have a tolerant and broad minded attitude to other people and communities in general" (Headteacher Paul Kelly Mach 2009)
click here to read the full interview with Headteacher Paul Kelly
San Pedro Intenational College
Laude San Pedro International College offers a complete British education to pupils from two to eighteen plus.
It offers an enhanced English National Curriculum with a strong focus on developing fluency in Spanish as a Second Language. It also offers, for Spanish students a condensed Spanish curriculum. The School’s programme of study is authorised in Spain and in England.
It is a two form entry school, starting in Pre-Nursery at age 2 years. Pupils follow the English National Curriculum through FS, KS1, KS2 and KS3 to complete IGCSEs in Year 11.
The Sixth Form unit, offers AS and full A levels, with provision made for entry into UK and Spanish Universities.
Specific emphasis is given to the development of the individual. Pupils are nurtured in a caring manner to enable them to achieve their full potential, both ¡n their studies and in their future professional lives.
The School is an international community made up of different nationalities.
Urb.Nueva Alcántara - Avda. La Coruña, 2 (29670-San Pedro de Alcántara) Tel (+34) 952 799 900
info@laudesanpedro.com www.laudesanpedro.com
SEK-Alborán
SEK-Alborán wac the first SEK Institution centre in Andalucia. The school opened its doors in September 1999.
It is located in the Southeast end of the province, between the cities of Roquetas de Mar and Berja, surrounded by scenic landscapes, next to the Punta Entinas natural park and the Albufera de Adra.
Preschool Education, for ages 1 to 3.
Infant Education: half the course in English with a specialised native teacher.
Primary Education: Students work with a learning system – Project Method- created by SEK teachers and have half the course in English with a specialised native teacher.
Compulsory Secondary Education. Apart from developing the curriculum in Intelligent Classrooms, with its own specific methodology, high achieving students who have a high level of English have the option of following the Middle Years Programme under the endorsement of The International Baccalaureate Office.
Baccalaureate: Two modalities are offered: Science and Technology and Humanities and Social Sciences.
High Achieving students also have the option of studying for the International Baccalaureate.
Urb. Almerimar C/Barlovento s/n El Ejido Almería t: +34 950 497 273
sek-alboran@sek.es
www.sek.es/index.php?section=colegios/alboran/presentacion
Sotogrande International School
Recommended by Louise Young
Sotogrande International School, founded in 1978, is a leading international, British-style, co-educational, day and boarding school, offering a high quality education to the international community of southern Europe and northern Africa.
In 2001, the school moved to a new campus on the Costa del Sol, with views of the Mediterranean Sea and surrounding countryside. The campus is designed to reflect the school’s philosophy of collaborative learning that develops active, high-achieving, life-long learners, with an understanding and appreciation of the cultural diversity.
The school applies innovative teaching and learning strategies that prepare pupils for a technological, multicultural and global society. The Primary School is preparing for implementation of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme. Secondary students follow a programme based on the best of international, English and Spanish curricula leading to IGCSE examinations in Year 11 and the International Baccalaureate Diploma programme is offered in Years 12-13. There is a diverse extra-curricular programme, with many activities making use of the wealth of nearby facilities.
Avenida de la Reserva, Apt. 15, Sotogrande, 11310 Cadiz Tel: 956 795 902 www.sis.ac
Comments:
Sotogrande International School (SIS), founded in 1978, is a leading British-style international, co-educational, day and boarding school, for pupils aged 3-18 years, offering a high quality education leading to the IB diploma.
St. Anthony's College
St. Anthony's College was established in 1968. It is an officially recognised bilingual school offering an English curriculum from Reception (age 3) to GCSE and GCE Advanced Level (age 18+) together with Spanish EGB, BUP and COU
The college is situated at Km. 5.25 on the Camino de Coin (known as the "Mijas Golf Road"). There is a school bus service and the college has its own kitchen and dining room from which hot meals, snacks and beverages are available throughout the day.
The classrooms, laboratories and recreational areas of the college are set in spacious grounds that create an ideal and secure environment for learning. The curriculum is taught by well-qualified teachers and there is an attractive range of extra-curricular activities.
In the Primary department, children can be admitted to the Reception class at the age of three years, or any class from Year 1 (age 5) to Year 6 (age 11). Children study all subjects, broadly following English National Curriculum programs.
At the age of eleven, pupils normally transfer to the Senior department (Year 7). Pupils transferring from other schools can do so at any age. We like to meet such pupils with their parents for an informal school; recent reports from previous schools are very helpful.
The curriculum in the senior school is aimed at the General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) examinations and General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level (A-Level) of the University of London Examinations and Assessment Council.
From the age of six (the equivalent of Spanish 1° de Educación Primaria) all pupils learn Spanish. At a later stage, Literature and Sociales (History and Geography) are also studied. These courses lead to the qualifications of Graduado Escolar (2° de ESO) and Bachillerato (1° de Bachillerato) and COU.
Camino de Coín Km. 5.25 Mijas
29640 Fuengirola (Malaga)
Telephone: 952 47 31 66 Email: info@stanthonyscollege.com
www.stanthonyscollege.com
Comments:
Member of www.nabss.org
St. George School of Málaga
Recommended by Francisco González
Pupils at St. George´s follow courses based on the National Curriculum and recognised British examinations, in conjunction with obligatory elements of the Spanish curriculum.
They study a wide range of subjects from the British curriculum and, in addition, Spanish language and humanities. In this way, they receive a broad and balanced bicultural education.
Teaching approaches are varied and flexible to suit the purpose or context. Pupils learn essentially through thinking for themselves, experimenting, exploring and investigating. They also learn how to work on their own, and in teams.
Avda Centaurea, nº 8 (Urb.Cerrado de Calderón)
29018 - Málaga
Tfno: 952 290149 - 952 204810
Email: admin.malaga@stgeorge.es
www.stgeorge.es/en/somos/colegios/malaga/<
Comments:
"Our children are not students of St George´s School in Málaga during the academic year but they have attended the summer school for the last three years. Although we do not live near the school, we believe that it is important for them to spend July learning English in such a relaxed and enjoyable environment. Furthermore, the combination of English classes together with sporting activities including swimming mean that our children have the opportunity to get to know other children of the same age. They are still too young to attend residential summer camps and we feel happy in the knowledge that our children will be entertained whilst learning during the month of July. We think that this is a fantastic way for them to spend part of their holidays" (Francisco González
Father of two daughters and one son aged 11, 8 and 5, May 2011)
St. George School Roquetas de Mar
St. George’s School site comprises 10,000 square metres close to the beach and the town centre of Roquetas de Mar.
The classrooms are spacious, bright and well-equipped. Outside, there is a pleasant play area with a range of modern play equipment.
Secondary school facilities include:
* Specialist rooms for music, art and ICT.
* Physics, Chemistry and Biology laboratories.
* Library.
* Swimming Pool.
* Further outdoor play areas.
Calle Alemania, nº 28
04740 Roquetas de Mar - Almeria
Tfno: 950 338860 - 950 321548
Fax: 950 323613
Email: admin.roquetas@stgeorge.es
www.stgeorge.es/en/somos/colegios/roquetas/
St George's School, Seville
Recommended by Gabriella Chigley
Pupils at St. George´s follow courses based on the National Curriculum and recognised British examinations, in conjunction with obligatory elements of the Spanish curriculum.
They study a wide range of subjects from the British curriculum and, in addition, Spanish language and humanities. In this way, they receive a broad and balanced bicultural education.
Teaching approaches are varied and flexible to suit the purpose or context. Pupils learn essentially through thinking for themselves, experimenting, exploring and investigating. They also learn how to work on their own, and in teams.
St. George´s School of Sevilla
Carretera Sevilla Huelva, s/n
41800 Sanlucar La Mayor (Sevilla)
Tfno: 955 713 728
Email: sec.sevilla@stgeorge.es
www.stgeorge.es/en/somos/colegios/sevilla/
Comments:
St George's is the only school in the province of Seville that offers the English National Curriculum. This educational backround enables students to pursue their careers in universities worldwide
"At St George´s, we do not experience difficulties with students starting mid-way through their schooling. As a British school overseas, this is part of our normal working environment. We have experienced, qualified teachers and assistants all equipped to tackle this challenge. Our teaching methods are such that students are able to participate fully in the lessons from their first day; we use visual clues, interactive computer software and extra adult support where necessary. W e also offer workshops to parents explaining how they can support the language development at home and ensure that the students feel secure and happy in their new environment and therefore more confident to explore the new language" (Headteacher Catherine Jolly, June 2010)
Click here for a full interview with Headteacher Catherine Jolly
Sunland International School
Recommended by Fiona Girvan,
Sunland is an independent, British international, co-educational day school serving students aged 3-18 of all nationalities. The academic programme is based on the National Curriculum for England; Key stages 1- 4, although it incorporates elements of the Spanish national curriculum. The secondary school also offers the pre university cycle involving Cambridge international A and AS levels for Years 12 and 13.
Ctra. Cartama-Pizarra, Nueva Aljaima 29580 Cartama Estacion, Malaga, Tel: 902 50 22 50 secretaria@sunland.es
www.sunland.es
Comments:
Well qualified teachers, mainly from the UK and Spain, ensure high quality teaching with an emphasis on the individual development of each student. The curriculum includes Information Technology, Music, Drama, Dance, Sports and Swimming. A variety of optional extracurricular activities take place after school.
Sunny View School
Recommended by Peter and Carmen Saliba
International School based in Torremolinos. Sunny View primarily provides a complete British education following National Curriculum guidelines and the medium of instruction is English. All students are prepared for the GCSE examinations with EDEXCEL FOUNDATION (University of London Examinations Board) and the usual range of subjects is offered, including English Language, English Literature, Mathematics, History, Geography, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Spanish, French, German, Business Studies and Information Technology.
Upon completion of the GCSE examinations, students may opt for GCE “A” Levels (London Board) or a High School Diploma. The subjects offered at “A” Level include – Mathematics, English, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, History, Spanish, French and Business Studies. Our academically orientated curriculum prepares students for university entrance to U.K., U.S., European and other Universities.
C/Teruel, 32 Urb. Cerro del Toril
Postal Address: Apartado 175 29620 Torremolinos Malaga
Telephone: 952 38 31 64 Email: sunny@acade.es www.sunnyviewschool.com
Comments:
Examination Centre, US High School Diplomas also available - SAT and TOEFL Centre. Facilities include spacious classrooms, new science building, maths and computer rooms, art room library, gym and outdoor sports fields. Extra curriculum facilities include drama, dance, music and various sports.
Swans School
Ages 3-12. Founded in 1971, Swans schools aims to to create a stimulating child-centred environment, which promotes the highest levels of achievement and to enable all children to reach his or her full potential through the provision of a broad and balanced curriculum encompassing a variety of teaching and learning strategies.
The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum, in English and based on the UK National Curriculum. The curriculum is designed to motivate each child to adopt an open, enquiring approach to learning. Many extra curricular activities are available. They also offer the Spanish curriculum at all levels, with special emphasis on the Spanish language in the Early Years. Further, an SFL course is offered to non-Spanish speaking children.
They offer a time-tabled programme of French throughout the school based on the Jolie Ronde and Metro schemes. German and Arabic are also available.
Children who need extra help with English are catered for by special TEFL courses.
The children also learn functional social English in liason with their class teachers, so that the TEFL work is in support of their class work they are taking and in consultation with their teachers, whose observations are relevant to how and what is taught. Individual and group work is offered - again motivation is the key ingredient and that is facilitated through the feel good actor: that lessons are fun and confidence is built through a very enthusiastic approach coupled with the class motto "use it or lose it".
The year ahead will be the 34th year of Swans School. We have much to look forward to. We are building our new school which will cater for the needs of students to baccalaureate level and allow them to continue their education until they´re 18.
Urb. El Capricho s/n
Postal Address: 29600 Marbella Malaga
Telephone: 95 277 32 48
info@swansschool.net
www.swansschool.net
Comments:
Member of www.nabss.org
Swans Sierra Blanca Secondary School
Swans is an international secondary school located just outside the centre of Marbella. It has grown from Swans School - a primary school which opened in 1971, operating under the headship of its owner and founder, Tessa Swan. What started as a few children and one teacher in a room of a house has developed into a modern, 300 strong primary school with 2 parallel classes in each year group from Early Years to Year 6. From these beginnings, they expanded until we are now able to offer secondary education up to Year 12.The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum - delivered in English - which is based on the National Curriculum taught in England. They use a combination of subject teaching and topic-based study
c/ Lago de los Cisnes s/n Urb. Sierra Blanca 29602 Marbella Malaga Telephone: 952 902 755 admin@swansschool.net
www.swansschoolinternational.es/
