Quick summary of key school information
School details
Number of students |
690 |
Number of nationalities represented in the school |
USA, UK, Italy, France, Poland, Russia and Japan |
Most common nationality |
Spanish nationality |
Ratio of local students to international students |
The percentage of international students is 30% |
Native English and Spanish speaking teachers |
Yes, we have a total of 15 native teachers who teach in Early Childhood, Elementary, ESO and High School. |
Language support for students not fluent in English and Spanish |
Reinforcement of English and French, in order to improve skills and ensure the improvement of the language |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
Valencian, French |
Max. number of students per class |
25 |
Average number of students per class |
22 |
Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes, we have an interdisciplinary team comprising a clinical psychologist + psychopedagoga and speech therapist. With this orientation department and the auxiliary reinforcement teachers, it is accompanied in a personalized way to each student, even if he can present SEN (special educational needs), either by surplus or areas improvement. |
Use of technology in the classroom |
We incorporate technology gradually, progressively and adapted to reach all students. From the age of 12, all students have an Ipad as an educational tool and from the age of 15 a laptop for your future university entrepreneurship. |
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, during covid-19 all students have had online classes |
Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
Yes. We are a catholic school |
How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
The experience of faith is done in a transversal way, with freedom and joy, through a program of virtues and values in the day-to-day life of the center. |
External examinations or assessments available |
Cambridge, Trinity College, Advanced, Proficiency, IELTS y DELF |
Results in these examinations |
The average grade in EBAU is 7,77 - CYL (Movers, Flyers): Approved 100% - P.E.T: Approved 98% - First: Approved 96% - IELTS : Approved 100% (LEVEL C1-C2) - Trinity: 100% - DELF: 100% approve |
Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes, the teaching burden for home is necessary to review what you learned in class. |
Approximate hours of homework given |
The duties are adapted to the school burden and age of the students. They are incorporated in this gradual way to ensure and strengthen the habit and study technique that is successful. |
Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
100% |
Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
We have reinforcement sessions for special needs or capabilities, both adaptation and outstanding. |
Learning support offered |
At School we offer curricular adaptations in content, form and time. In addition to, personalized tracking in patios, classroom, dining room… |
The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
For high-capacity cases there is a program called “Groups I”, where the Tutor, in collaboration with the Head of Studies and the Orientation Department develop a special plan and follow up on each student. |
Student access to education psychologist |
Yes, to address emotional needs of various kinds, such as to help parents meet the challenges of child education. |
Entry evaluation for students |
Yes. We take a test to meet the student and guide them in a personalized way in their adaptation. (You don't get a note) |
Brief description of entry evaluation required |
They have an interview with school management, psycho pedagogical tests and level test English. |
Waiting list |
We have waiting list in elementary and high school courses. |
Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
The enrollment period is open in the full duration of the academic year, from September to September of the following year. |
Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes, depending on the quarter of the year and as long as it is advisable according to the stage of the year. |
School start time |
8:45 |
School finish time |
16:45 |
Supervised care before/after school |
Yes, we offer babysitting service before and after. |
School bus service available |
Yes |
School provided lunches |
Yes |
Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes. The school has a team of nutritionists that prepares personalized diets and adapts to the special speciality needs of the student |
Uniform required |
Yes |
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Gymnastics, hockey, ballet, basketball, fencing, soccer, tennis, judo, volleyball, guitar, arts and crafts, French, choir, programming, Lego robotics |
Sports activities included |
In the curriculum class of physical and sports activity we encourage all areas and disciplines that cross-cutting foster the integral evolutionary development of the student, among them we highlight athletics, rugby, hockey, baseball, basketball, football, martial arts, rhythmic gymnastics and ballet, swimming |
Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes, it has a total of 25 teams in sports competitions
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Sports facilities at the school |
- 6 basketball courts
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Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Cumbres School Valencia is a bilingual private Catholic school. |
Teaching approach of the school |
We are a family school that offers you more than 30 years of experience and vocation. We have a teaching team that will enhance your children's abilities, help that grow and project successfully in life. Our commitment is to provide an education in values that encourages teamwork and the family-school relationship. |