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Nationalities
| Number of students |
450 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
17 |
| Most common nationality |
British |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
1 to 5 |
Languages
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes, from Early Years to Year 2 |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Spanish, French, German |
Classroom
| Max. number of students per class |
20 |
| Average number of students per class |
16 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes, from Early Years to Year 2 |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
An on-going investment programme in new technologies supports the academic curriculum in both Primary and Secondary schools. The school boasts interactive whiteboard technology throughout the school which facilitates student-centred learning, and a vast array of stimulating learning experiences. Pre-programmed iPads are used generally across the school, as an additional enhancement to the learning process. |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online if the school is closed, e.g. during COVID-19 closures) |
We did during the last pandemic but not as a general rule.- |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No, we are a non-denominational school. |
Academics
| External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE and A-Levels |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Homework is set to complement and consolidate work done in class and to allow pupils to work at their own pace. In the youngest classes, pupils may be asked to complete a reading task which may involve parents. For older classes, homework gives pupils practice in managing their own learning, fulfilling targets and meeting deadlines. For IGCSE and Advanced Level classes, homework plays an essential role in developing the kind of study habits and self discipline necessary for examination success, and indeed academic achievement beyond the EIC. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
Generally 100% |
Student support
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
We a have Learning Support Tutor in Primary and Secondary. |
| Learning support offered |
This support can vary from 1:1 or small group help. Work is differentiated across lessons and subjects to ensure that all students are supported. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
We run a range of educational opportunities and programmes to challenge and stretch our students. We have accelerated classes for students to enter IGCSE qualifications early. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes, our students do have access to an educational psychologist. |
Admissions
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes, our admissions process consists of assessments and interviews with the relevant members of staff. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
We would look at age-appropriate Maths and English language writing, speaking and reading, including spellings at Primary level. |
| Waiting list |
In certain years in Secondary. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
31st May for September intake. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
If the admissions criteria is met and places are available. |
School day
| School start time |
8:45am |
| School finish time |
4:00 pm (Secondary)
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| Supervised care before/after school |
We do not currently have any provision for supervised care before or after school. |
| School bus service available |
We have an extensive service that runs along the Costa Del Sol. |
| School provided lunches |
Yes, hot school meals are prepared daily on-site at our dedicated Primary and Secondary lunch halls. |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Vegan and vegetarian diets are offered. |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
During the week, the students have the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities outside the formal teaching situation. For Years 1 to 13 organised activities are offered, and these vary from sporting clubs to Coding, LAMDA/Public Speaking, robotics, STEM, ches maths, art and drama clubs etc. |
| Sports activities included |
Physical Education includes Football, Basketball, Volleyball, Handball, Rounders, Swimming, Cross Country, Athletics |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes - we regularly compete with other local schools. |
Facilities
| Facilities at the school |
Library with full time librarian, Computing and Programming Labs, Science labs/Innovation Technology Lab, large outdoor roman amphitheatre. extensive outdoor garden areas, large modern multi-purpose hall. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
The College boasts the best sports facilities on the coast which are used by students of all ages and include a 25 metre competition size swimming pool, a learner pool, an Astroturf sports pitch, two basketball courts, a volleyball court with a sprung surface, a long jump bay and a climbing wall. There is a separate changing room and shower block situated adjacent to the playing fields and swimming pool. Additionally, our Physical Education department utilise the natural surroundings which consist of protected pine forests and a Mediterranean coastline. |
About the school
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
The English International College in Marbella, Spain, is a school that offers the British National Curriculum in an international context to approximately 450 boys and girls of many nationalities aged three to eighteen years. Although the predominant language is English, being the first language of 80% of our students, the remaining 20% presents us with a most valuable diversity of cultures and nationalities. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
The aim of The English International College is to provide opportunities for its students to discover, explore and develop their talents in a friendly and supportive atmosphere that encourages academic and personal achievement. |