Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
100 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
20+ |
| Most common nationality |
British and Spanish |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Spanish |
| Max. number of students per class |
15 |
| Average number of students per class |
12 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Digital interactive smart boards, tablets and Laptops |
| 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) |
Yes |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
One week |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Assessment for Primary children |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
9:05 |
| School finish time |
16:00 |
| School bus service available |
No |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
The school offers many clubs and activities. |
| Sports activities included |
Physical education |
| Sports facilities at the school |
All weather sports ground, Grassed garden for younger children. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
The International School Estepona is a British School following The British National Curriculum in Spain to ensure a seamless transition to and from any other British School whether in The UK or overseas. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
ISE focuses on providing an outstanding, intellectual, spiritual and enjoyable experience of school, where it promotes independence, fosters respect, tolerance and kindness. It encourages children to develop their own passion for learning and a spirit of enquiry through inspirational and responsive teaching so that they find education stimulating and pleasurable. This approach results in children having a positive attitude towards learning for the rest of their lives. |