International
Schools
All of these establishments offer tuition in English. They tend
to be the most popular option, but all vary so it is best to research
the different possibilities. IGCSEs can be undertaken at most
of the schools, while the Spanish LOGSE system is also a popular
choice.
International schools offer your child the opportunity for a wider
education in the company of pupils from varied backgrounds and
cultures. Most international schools also pride themselves on
maintaining small classes, which allow for a greater degree of
personalised tuition
State
Schools
More and more ex-pats are deciding to integrate their children
into the state schools. To do this, it is necessary to possess
the relevant documentation for enrolment. Ideally this process
should be undertaken before moving to Spain, because until it
is completed no school will accept your child. This documentation
process can be costly and can take time.
As in British state schools, the catchment area is all-important,
so having decided on your chosen school it is essential to ensure
that your house (whether purchased or rented) is located in the
correct area.
Private
Schools
Spanish private schools are becoming increasingly popular. The
private sector offers Spanish education in an environment with
a lower student/teacher ratio than provided by a state school.
Enrolment
Most schools prefer to interview prospective pupils, with exams
being set in some cases to ascertain the level of Spanish attained.
The official enrolment procedure requires that parents provide
their local Town Hall with the following documentation:
The child's birth certificate or passport with an official Spanish
translation.
Proof of immunisation.
Proof of residence in the shape of an electricity or phone bill
or a lease agreement or proof of ownership.
Proof of convalidation.
State education is free of charge, but parents are expected to
purchase books.
Qualifications
The Spanish system of education is divided into three stages:
ESO (Compulsory Secondary Education), BUP (the equivalent of British
GCSEs) and COU (the Spanish version of the A level course). In
addition, university applicants are expected to complete the Selectividad,
an entrance exam.
English
parents can access work/books via the internet to supplement their
child's education.
Useful
Contacts
Listings of schools in different areas - www.nabss.org
Spanish Education - Tel
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