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EDUCATION

For families intending to make their home in Spain, state education is free but it is only conducted in Spanish. However, this does not seem to present a problem for young children who tend to pick up the language quickly. Attending a Spanish school is definitely one of the best ways of ensuring that both the child, and in most cases, the family, become integrated into the local Spanish community.

It is often a good idea for the family and especially the children to have some Spanish lessons prior to coming to Spain.

In Spain, children must attend the school closest to where they live, so if you decide to live in an area full of British Ex-pats, you’re likely to find plenty of British children in the local school.

In order to get your child into a Spanish school, you will need all the necessary paperwork, proof of residency (usually in the form of proof of address), the child’s full birth certificate, passport, photos, and immunization record etc. For specific information, it is best to contact the school direct, or the appropriate town hall.

Learning Spanish

If your child is older or in the middle of a GSCE or A level course, it may be advisable to consider an International School. Fees for day students are usually cheaper than in the U.K. and you will have the advantage of having your child privately educated. These schools also tend to offer qualifications better known to UK universities. Some schools offer a system of English and Spanish curricula which enables students to be qualified for either Spain or the UK.

Great British schools all over Spain

In the Spanish state system school starts at the age of 6. At 16 students are awarded a 'titulo do graduado escolar' certificate and many will then stay to study for their "baccalaureate" which leads to University entrance.
Those pupils that have not completed the four years or are less academic are awarded a school certificate and they can then go onto attend a vocational school (formacion profesional)

Parents of all children should be aware that although going through the Spanish school system will probably be a thoroughly enjoyable experience for their child, they will not be taught any English reading or writing. If your child cannot read or write English it may cause them problems in their future or even within the family.

It is highly recommended therefore that English private tuition is sought from a properly qualified English teacher who is fully aware of the latest standards in the English curriculum.

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