Lope de Vega International School vs Skandinaviska Skolan Costa Blanca - Pre School

	L Lope de Vega International School Alicante, Spain	S Skandinaviska Skolan Costa Blanca - Pre School Alicante, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €5,760 - 8,770	Fees / year €3,850 - 6,045
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum French Curriculum, American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 900	Pupils 150
Typical class size	Typical class size 50	Typical class size 8
Instruction language	Instruction language Spanish, English	Instruction language Spanish, English
Opened	Opened 1956	Opened 1999
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Lope de Vega International School is a private international school located at Av. Dr. Severo Ochoa, 9, 03503 Benidorm, Alicante, Spain. The campus sits on about 25,000 square meters in a privileged area of Benidorm, about 1,500 meters from the sea. It includes spaces for academics and student life such as classrooms, a library, a dining hall and cafeteria, and outdoor areas like an eco-garden. The site features a residence/boarding facility and a sports complex with a gym, a swimming pool, tennis and paddle courts, and an 8-a-side football pitch.	Location Located in a serene residential area of Orihuela on the Costa Blanca, Spain.
Stages	Stages Infantil, Primaria, ESO, Bachillerato (including Dual Bachillerato), Ciclos Formativos	Stages Preschool to high school (ages 3–18).
School type	School type Private international school with residence	School type Private international school following Swedish standards; instruction in Spanish and English from year 1.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix Three nationalities represented: Swedish, Norwegian, and Finnish.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support Personalized support for students.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Spain	Country affiliation Sweden
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / guarantee of place fee - A one-time guarantee of place (matrícula / reserva) is required at enrolment: EUR 526. This amount is paid once per pupil and is not refundable once the place is formalised. Tuition fees by school stage (academic year billed as annual total; also shown as 10 monthly instalments and term totals) - Educación Infantil (ages 3–5) - Total annual teaching cost: EUR 6,286. - Structure: Guarantee of place EUR 526 + 10 monthly instalments of EUR 576 (paid September–June). - Per-term aggregation of the monthly instalments (school year divided into three terms with months Sep–Dec = 4 months; Jan–Mar = 3 months; Apr–Jun = 3 months): - Term 1 (Sep–Dec): EUR 2,304 (4 × 576). - Term 2 (Jan–Mar): EUR 1,728 (3 × 576). - Term 3 (Apr–Jun): EUR 1,728 (3 × 576). - Note: annual total equals guarantee + 10 × monthly instalment (526 + 5,760 = 6,286). - Educación Primaria - Total annual teaching cost: EUR 6,846. - Structure: Guarantee of place EUR 526 + 10 monthly instalments of EUR 632 (paid September–June). - Per-term aggregation of the monthly instalments: - Term 1 (Sep–Dec): EUR 2,528 (4 × 632). - Term 2 (Jan–Mar): EUR 1,896 (3 × 632). - Term 3 (Apr–Jun): EUR 1,896 (3 × 632). - Annual total equals guarantee + 10 × monthly instalment (526 + 6,320 = 6,846). - Educación Secundaria (ESO) - Total annual teaching cost: EUR 8,326. - Structure: Guarantee of place EUR 526 + 10 monthly instalments of EUR 780 (paid September–June). - Per-term aggregation of the monthly instalments: - Term 1 (Sep–Dec): EUR 3,120 (4 × 780). - Term 2 (Jan–Mar): EUR 2,340 (3 × 780). - Term 3 (Apr–Jun): EUR 2,340 (3 × 780). - Annual total equals guarantee + 10 × monthly instalment (526 + 7,800 = 8,326). - Bachillerato - Total annual teaching cost: EUR 9,296. - Structure: Guarantee of place EUR 526 + 10 monthly instalments of EUR 877 (paid September–June). - Per-term aggregation of the monthly instalments: - Term 1 (Sep–Dec): EUR 3,508 (4 × 877). - Term 2 (Jan–Mar): EUR 2,631 (3 × 877). - Term 3 (Apr–Jun): EUR 2,631 (3 × 877). - Annual total equals guarantee + 10 × monthly instalment (526 + 8,770 = 9,296). Billing schedule and payment terms - The tuition fee structure is split into an annual guarantee of place plus ten equal monthly instalments due on the 1st of each month from September through June. Monthly payments are collected by direct debit (domiciliación bancaria). - Early-payment discounts (applied when paying the full tuition in advance) are offered in defined windows: common discount levels are 9%, 6% and 3% depending on the payment date windows published by the school for the year. The school publishes the exact calendar windows for advance-payment discounts annually. - Sibling discounts on the tuition monthly fee are available: 5% for the second sibling, 30% for the third sibling, and 100% for the fourth and subsequent siblings; these discounts do not apply to the guarantee of place and are applied to the younger sibling(s). Boarding / residence fees (where applicable) - Monthly boarding options and related fees (examples): - Student residence Monday–Friday: EUR 943 per month. - Student residence Monday–Sunday: EUR 1,570 per month. - Single-room supplement (Monday–Friday): EUR 1,100 per month. - Single-room supplement (Monday–Sunday): EUR 1,727 per month. - One-day student residence (weekday): EUR 54. - One-day student residence (weekends & holidays): EUR 87. - Residence deposit / fianza: EUR 943 (returned only in accordance with the residence terms; deposit may be forfeited if the pupil leaves the residence before the end of the school year). Other costs and recurring additional services - School meal (canteen): typical monthly price EUR 163; meal-ticket options are available (example: 22-ticket talonario around EUR 231; single ticket approx. EUR 10.50). - School transport: prices vary by route and ticket type. Example fares (illustrative by zone): - Benidorm: two-way EUR approx. 112; one-way EUR approx. 80; 10-trip pass approx. EUR 52. - Villajoyosa / Altea and other zones: zone-specific fares apply (see published route fares). - Extras not included in the tuition price: school supplies, specific course materials, and uniform. Uniform is supplied through the external supplier indicated by the school. Families purchase uniform items separately. Refund and cancellation rules (fees) - The guarantee of place (matrícula / reserva) is not refundable once the place has been formalised and paid. - Residence deposit/fianza is not refundable in the event of voluntary withdrawal from the residence before the end of the school year or for disciplinary reasons. - Any refunds for other items (meals, transport passes, extras) follow the school's standard administrative rules for cancellation and are handled according to the contract terms for each service. Accepted payment methods and practical payment notes - Monthly tuition instalments are collected by direct debit (domiciliación bancaria) as the standard method for the 10 monthly payments. Advance-payment options with defined discounts are available when families pay the agreed amount within the published advance-payment windows. Specific payment arrangements (for example, one-off payments for residence, special programmes, or dual-diploma fees) are handled by the school's administration and may require separate agreements. Sibling discounts and special notes on reductions - Sibling discounts on tuition apply as a percentage on the monthly tuition component (5% second sibling, 30% third sibling, 100% fourth and subsequent siblings). These discounts are applied to the younger sibling's monthly tuition and do not reduce the guarantee of place.	Fee details Registration / Application fee - A one-time, non-refundable registration fee of €750 per family is payable with the application. No student registration is completed before this fee is paid. Preschool (Panda, ages 3–4) - Monthly tuition: €540 per month. - Lunch: Included in the monthly fee. - Payment timing: Payable upon invoicing. Primary School (Grades F–6) - Autumn term (17 weeks): €2,635 per autumn term. - Spring term (22 weeks): €3,410 per spring term. - Lunch fee: €475 (Autumn Term) and €600 (Spring Term). Lunch is mandatory for preschool through grade 6. - Billing / Pay-by dates: indicated pay-by dates are 1 May (Autumn Term) and 1 November & 1 February (Spring Term). Grades 7–9 & Upper Secondary (Gymnasium) - Autumn term (17 weeks): €1,750 per autumn term. - Spring term (22 weeks): €2,100 per spring term. - Lunch fee: €475 (Autumn Term) and €600 (Spring Term). - Billing / Pay-by dates: indicated pay-by dates are 1 May (Autumn Term) and 1 November & 1 February (Spring Term). Guest Students (minimum 4 weeks) - Fee (4 weeks): €775 for the 4-week period. - Lunch for guest students: €6 per day. - Payment timing: Payable upon invoicing. Government grants and municipal funding - A student approved for government funding (Skolverket) reduces the fee by €700 once approval is received. New students are invoiced as non-approved until official approval is obtained; any reduction is credited to the next academic year's fee or refunded if the student terminates studies. Families approved for municipal funding may be charged different rates. Billing terms, late payment, and collections - Invoicing and approval: New students are invoiced as non-approved until official confirmation of eligibility for state funding is received. Applications for government grants are submitted at the start of each autumn term. - Late payments: Late payments incur interest charges. Failure to pay may lead to suspension of the student and any legal or collection costs will be charged to the parent/guardian. Cancellation and refund policy - Registration fee: Non-refundable. - Cancellation of Autumn Term placement: - Cancellation before 30 April: No fee payable. - Cancellation 1 May – 10 June: 25% of the term fee payable. - Cancellation 11 June – 10 August: 50% of the term fee payable. - Cancellation after 10 August: 100% of the term fee payable. - Cancellation of Spring Term placement: - Cancellation before 15 October: No fee payable. - Cancellation 15 October – 1 December: 25% of the term fee payable. - Cancellation 2 December – 7 January: 50% of the term fee payable. - Cancellation after 7 January: 100% of the term fee payable. - Government grant adjustments: If a student becomes eligible for state aid after initial invoicing, the difference will be credited to the next academic year's fee or refunded if the student leaves. Boarding fees - Boarding: Not applicable. No boarding or boarding fees are included in the school's published fee schedule. Other costs / additional fees - Mandatory lunch: As noted above for the relevant year groups; lunch is mandatory for preschool through grade 6. - Extracurricular and additional courses: Extra Spanish courses for students and parents, paddle (padel) training, summer school and other extracurricular activities are offered for an additional fee; specific amounts for these activities are charged separately. - Uniforms and one-off materials: No specific uniform fee or one-off materials fee is itemised in the standard fee schedule. Fee payment options and bank details - Bank transfer is used for school fee payments. Bank details provided for payments are: - Bank: Sabadell - Account name: Scandinavian School Costa Blanca SL - IBAN: ES35 0081 1260 8500 0115 2023 - SWIFT/BIC: BSABESBB - Instruction: Enter the child's name and term in the message/reference field when transferring. Notes on invoicing and payment administration - Invoices are issued and payment dates follow the invoicing terms above. Any private scholarships do not change the school's invoice deadlines. Families receiving municipal funding may have different billing arrangements.
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Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements The boarding school offers accommodation during the whole school term, including weekends and the summer months, on a campus of 25,000 m² with a complete sports complex located 1,500 metres from the sea. Rooms are single or double with full bathrooms; exterior, heated and air-conditioned, and recently renovated; daily cleaning and weekly changes of bed linen and towels. Tutored and personalized study is supervised by educators; the schedule varies by educational stage (3 hours in the afternoon for the 2nd cycle of ESO and Bachillerato; 2 hours in the 1st cycle of ESO; extendable). The boarding operates on weekends with study, leisure and socio-cultural outings, and is closed during Christmas, Easter and Benidorm fiestas.	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options There are two school canteens: one for Infants and the first cycle of Primary, and another for the rest of the pupils; together they have a capacity of about 400. The school menus are prepared daily in the school kitchen, with attention to quality and balance. Food analysis is carried out every week to ensure the food is in perfect condition. Monthly planning is supervised by cooks, dieticians and nutritionists who prepare balanced menus; special diets are available for students with allergies and intolerances, with a form at Concierge or Customer Service; parents of children in the Infancy Stage are informed daily.	Food options Nutritious meals are prepared by the school chef.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is owned and governed by Centro de Estudios Lope de Vega International School S.A.U. Four generations have led the Lope de Vega International School since 1956.	Governance and ownership The school is owned by Skandinaviska Skolan Costa Blanca SL. It is an approved Swedish school supervised by the Swedish Education Agency and follows the Swedish curriculum.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school offers an international bilingual curriculum across all educational stages. Infantil features English immersion with native English-speaking teachers in 75% of classes. Primary Education is taught in Spanish and English, exceeding the mandatory curriculum by more than 270 hours annually, with language progress certified through external exams (Trinity College, Cambridge University, or Instituto Cervantes; the school is an Official Exam Center). In Secondary Education, the international program continues, with French introduced from 1st year of ESO, and opportunities for intercambios and Erasmus+. Language certificates are available from Cambridge University, l'Alliance Française, and the Instituto Cervantes. Bachillerato provides both the Spanish Bachillerato and a Bachillerato Dual Español-Americano (dual diploma) option, taught in English for the Dual track and enabling access to US universities. Ciclos Formativos include the following programs: TGA (Administración y Finanzas), TSAF, TGUMN (Técnico Guía en el Medio Natural y de Tiempo Libre), y TSEAS (Técnico Superior en Enseñanza y Animación Sociodeportiva).	Curriculum details The school offers well-rounded education from preschool to high school for Swedish, Norwegian, and Finnish students in Costa Blanca since 1999. It is approved by the Swedish Education Agency. The curriculum follows Swedish standards with instruction in Spanish and English from year 1. The preschool follows the Swedish curriculum LPFÖ 18. Educational stages include Pre-School, Åk F-6, Åk 7-9, and Guest Students, with Swedish language lessons for children aged 6 and up who attend Spanish or international schools.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio High teacher density.
Exam results	Exam results The school has a 100% pass rate in the university entrance PAU examinations.	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression 100% PAU pass rate; Bachillerato Dual Español-Americano opens access to US universities; Erasmus+ exchanges support international study opportunities; language certifications through Cambridge, Alliance Française, and Instituto Cervantes bolster admission to universities.	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school has a Department of Inclusion and Wellbeing that provides a support service to students, families and tutors, promoting the full development of the student's personality in line with their abilities and interests. The department's work focuses on supporting the teaching–learning process, the Academic and Vocational Guidance Plan, and the Values Formation Plan. The department is an interdisciplinary team of professionals including Eva Pedreño, a psychologist and sociologist, with external collaborators such as psychopedagogists, speech therapists, optometrists, and specialists in special education. The aims include preventing the appearance of maladjustments and school failure, and the early detection of learning difficulties with the development of recovery programs; school, vocational and/or professional guidance; advisory support to teachers in socio-psychopedagogical matters; and guidance to families. It also promotes spiritual formation within the Educational Community and advises the leadership on aspects that help achieve the center's general objectives. Key actions include the Values Education Plan, the Personal Improvement Plan for the student, orientation for students, parents and tutors, coordination and advisory work in ACIS, a Plan for study and vocational/professional orientation, a Parents School, and the Center's Convivencia Plan; neurological tests; tests of competencies and learning abilities; coordination with tutors and external professionals in intervention cases; and leadership and monitoring of preventive plans.	Social & emotional learning Individuality is recognised and celebrated, with personalised support for each student. Students feel valued and heard in a nurturing environment. The school fosters a caring and supportive atmosphere where students are loved and appreciated. It inspires a love of learning and encourages curiosity and creativity. Students are challenged to reach their full potential through tailored support and a stimulating curriculum.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school has a Department of Inclusion and Wellbeing with an interdisciplinary team of professionals including Eva Pedreño, a psychologist and sociologist, and external collaborators such as psychopedagogists, speech therapists, optometrists, and specialists in special education. It conducts socio-psychopedagogical evaluations of students with difficulties and develops recovery programs. It provides orientation and guidance to students and families, and offers advisory and technical support to teachers in socio-psychopedagogical matters. It coordinates with tutors and external professionals in intervention cases. It aims to prevent maladjustments and school failure and to identify learning difficulties early to put recovery plans in place. It promotes a holistic approach to education by addressing both academic and emotional needs within the school community.	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language Lope de Vega Language School is the only Official Cambridge English Exam Preparation Centre in Benidorm and the Marina Baixa. The school offers English classes at various levels for both enrolled students and external learners to support successful Cambridge exam outcomes. All students of the Lope de Vega Language School receive timely information about Cambridge exam convocations. Cambridge ESOL certificates assess reading, listening, writing and speaking, and exams are administered at the Lope de Vega International School. Students begin taking Cambridge exams from third grade onward (Young Learners). Open enrollment for Cambridge official exams runs from October 23 to November 18, with the start of the preparation classes around November 17; exam dates include Starters, Movers, Flyers, and higher-level certificates (KET, PET, FCE, CAE, CPE).	English as an additional language The curriculum follows Swedish standards with instruction in Spanish and English from year 1.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The Inclusion and Wellbeing Department provides broad support to promote students' wellbeing and personal development, including a Plan for Values Formation and a Center Convivencia Plan to foster a safe and respectful school environment. The department coordinates orientation for studies and careers, supports families, and works with teachers to strengthen social and emotional development. The Parents School and ongoing family guidance help extend wellbeing principles beyond the classroom. The department aims to prevent difficulties by early identification of needs, supports the academic and personal growth of students, and promotes spiritual formation within the community. It operates as an integrated part of the school's broader wellbeing strategy, reinforcing a healthy, inclusive culture across all activities.	Mental wellbeing Health and well-being are central to the school's approach. There is daily movement and nutritious meals prepared by the chef, supporting students' physical health. The climate of Costa Blanca is described as one of the world's healthiest places, aligning with the health focus. The Green Flag program emphasises Lifestyle and Health, with daily physical activities and emotional intelligence exercises. The school fosters a safe and welcoming environment that supports emotional and social growth.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The Center runs an Inclusion and Wellbeing program that safeguards students by providing a support service to pupils, families and tutors and by guiding the educational process with a focus on safety, inclusion and well-being. The department's objectives include preventing maladjustments and ensuring a safe, respectful school climate, early detection of difficulties, and coordination with tutors and external professionals for intervention when needed. The Center's Convivencia Plan and ongoing parental engagement (Escuela de Padres) are central to safeguarding, as is the advisory support offered to families and the school leadership to promote a protective and supportive environment for all students.	Safeguarding The school provides a safe and welcoming environment.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Facilities overview: Lope de Vega International School has a 25,000 m² campus in a privileged area of Benidorm, 1.5 km from the sea, integrating spaces for academics and school life (classrooms, library, dining hall and cafeteria), plus outdoor areas such as the eco-garden. The campus also includes a residence/boarding facility with single and double rooms and rest and study areas, and a sports complex equipped for multiple disciplines, with a gym, swimming pool, and dedicated areas such as tennis and paddle tennis courts and an 8-a-side football pitch, enabling year-round activities and events.	Facilities overview Skandinaviska Skolan Costa Blanca offers well-rounded education from preschool to high school. The curriculum follows Swedish standards with instruction in Spanish and English from year 1. Located in a serene residential area of Orihuela, the school has three buildings and serves students aged 3 to 18. The school maintains high teacher density and a health-focused environment with daily movement and nutritious meals prepared by its chef. Costa Blanca is recognized by the WHO as one of the world's healthiest places, and the school holds the Green Flag Award for sustainability and runs Summer School.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Sports facilities include a sports complex with a gym, swimming pool, tennis and paddle tennis courts, and an 8-a-side football pitch, supporting a variety of activities and events throughout the year.	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Classrooms are provided for instructional activities. The library supports study and research. The campus includes dining facilities (a dining hall and a cafeteria) for student meals. Outdoor spaces such as the eco-garden are part of the on-site environment.	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Extracurricular activities include a Debates club and a Youth Volunteers program. The Debates club develops argumentation and public speaking, while the Youth Volunteers program promotes community service and social responsibility.	Extra curricular facilities All students receive weekly Spanish lessons as part of the regular curriculum. Additional Spanish courses are available after school for both students and parents for an extra fee, with recommendations for community activities. Paddle (Padel) is offered after school, with two weekly training sessions coached nearby. Summer School includes Spanish immersion, art and design, Spanish games, excursions, painting, baking, various sports, and swimming, with meals provided.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Four generations have led Lope de Vega International School, dedicating themselves to improving this international educational institution, where the transmission of traditional values has long stood as a solid foundation of innovation. Since its beginnings in 1956, the school has stood out for its innovative character, its educational methodology, and its leadership in pedagogical advances, especially in language teaching, personal development, integration of sports, and daily health. It also develops the skills necessary to achieve the motivation and inspiration that lead to excellence. The school is owned and operated by Centro de Estudios Lope de Vega International School S.A.U.	History Established in 1999, Skandinaviska Skolan Costa Blanca offers well-rounded education from preschool to high school for Swedish, Norwegian, and Finnish students in Costa Blanca. It is located in a serene residential area of Orihuela. The school is approved by the Swedish Education Agency, and the curriculum follows Swedish standards with instruction in Spanish and English from year 1. Flexible enrollment options accommodate semesters, full school year, or shorter periods, fostering a dynamic and inclusive learning environment.
Community	Community As an international school, we cover all stages (Infant, Primary, Secondary, Bachillerato and Ciclos Formativos). Our objective is to promote academic and personal success for every student, offering a comprehensive and personalized education in a multicultural and dynamic environment. The campus spans 25,000 m² in Benidorm, 1,500 meters from the sea, with spaces for academics and student life (classrooms, library, dining hall and cafeteria) as well as outdoor spaces such as the ecohuerto. The facilities include on-site residence/boarding and a sports complex with a gym, swimming pool, tennis and paddle courts, and a football pitch, enabling year-round activities. Open Day on March 25, 2026, and ongoing events such as Ecosystems in Action, Debates Club and Jóvenes solidarios enrich the school community.	Community The school recognises and celebrates individuality; every student matters and receives personalised support in a nurturing environment. It fosters a caring and supportive atmosphere where every student is loved and valued, with happiness as a priority. The Green Flag sustainability program engages students in lifestyle and health initiatives since 2012, including daily physical activity, healthy meals, emotional intelligence exercises, and comprehensive recycling. Extra-curricular offerings include weekly Spanish lessons, after-school Padel coaching, and a Summer School program.
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The international project centers on language learning with Spanish and English, and French is introduced from Year 1 of ESO. Language levels are certified through official examinations from Cambridge University, l'Alliance Française, and the Instituto Cervantes. The school uses active methodologies that promote autonomy, discovery, critical thinking, and teamwork, linking learning to the surrounding environment. In Secondary Education, students use iPads in the first year and Chromebooks in the remaining years, and in Bachillerato each student provides their own computer to work autonomously.	Academic & intellectual —
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The Mathematics Project uses new teaching dynamics and materials created by teachers to present mathematics in a relatable way, making it one of the more popular subjects with positive results. In Bachillerato, music, art, and theatre are part of the program.	Arts & creative Summer School offers art and design, painting, and baking, with excursions and swimming, including lunch and snacks and water park entry. Spanish immersion and a variety of sports are also part of the program.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The international project includes language learning in Spanish, English, and French from the start; language levels are certified by Cambridge University, Alliance Française, and Instituto Cervantes. The exchanges and short- and long-term stays at European schools strengthen these linguistic aims and foster European citizenship and autonomy. Secondary students participate in the Erasmus+ program and can begin Dual Bachillerato, enabling a dual qualification in Spanish Bachillerato and the United States.	Cultural & language Weekly Spanish lessons are provided to all students as part of the regular curriculum. Extra Spanish courses are available after school for students and parents for an additional fee. Swedish lessons are offered for children aged 6 and up to maintain language skills and promote bilingualism.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Infant education is bilingual (English and Spanish) with 70% of classes taught in English, learned naturally through the UK literacy approach (Phonics, Read&Write Inc.) so five-year-olds can read and write in English. The Infant project and the language plan are built on five active principles, based on executive brain functions to support effective learning. Extracurricular offerings include clubs such as Debates and Jóvenes Solidarios, complemented by a program that emphasizes critical and creative thinking, ICT use, values education, and experiential activities.	Social & hobbies Padel is offered for children to develop their skills, with two training sessions a week after school at nearby Orange Padel. Summer School provides a mix of activities including art, sports, and excursions.
Community & service	Community & service The Inclusion and Wellbeing Department provides support to students, families, and tutors to foster the full development of each student's personality according to their abilities and interests. Its activities include support for the learning process, the Academic and Career Orientation Plan, and the Values Education Plan, all delivered by a multidisciplinary team that includes psychologists and external specialists.	Community & service Green Flag program: Spain's first foreign school awarded the Green Flag and engages students in sustainable development through Lifestyle and Health themes. The program includes daily physical activity, healthy meals prepared by the chef, emotional intelligence exercises, and recycling programs.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Leadership-oriented opportunities include Debates and Jóvenes Solidarios clubs as part of the school's clubs program, encouraging student initiative and social engagement. The European exchanges and Erasmus+ participation further develop student autonomy, citizenship, and cross-cultural collaboration, alongside dual Bachillerato pathways that broaden post-secondary options.	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school provides extensive sports facilities across roughly 25,000 square meters, with 16 sports programs and a comprehensive offering of specialized sports training. The campus frequently hosts major events at federative and international levels. Facilities include a residence, classrooms, a library, a cafeteria, and an eco-garden, supporting physical, social, and environmental wellbeing.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Health is a focus with daily movement and nutritious meals, contributing to a climate known for well-being. The Green Flag program emphasizes lifestyle and health, and Costa Blanca is classified by WHO as one of the world's healthiest places.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Spanish and English are taught in Primary Education; French is introduced from 1st ESO. Language progress can be certified through official examinations by Cambridge University, Trinity College London, and the Instituto Cervantes. The school is an Official Examination Centre for the Instituto Cervantes. The international program includes language exchanges and Erasmus+ activities.	Language provision Students come from Sweden, Norway, and Finland. Finnish-speaking students receive instruction in Finnish from qualified Finnish teachers, while Swedish and Norwegian students are taught together by qualified Swedish-speaking teachers. The curriculum follows Swedish standards, with instruction in Spanish and English from year 1, and many languages are spoken daily in the international environment.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching Primary Education is taught in Spanish and English, with all areas of learning conveyed in both languages. British immersion with native teachers is used in Primary Education, and Secondary Education and Bachillerato also feature British immersion with native teachers. Language progress can be certified through internationally recognized external examinations offered by Trinity College London, Cambridge University, or the Instituto Cervantes, and the school is an Official Examination Centre for the Instituto Cervantes.	Bilingual teaching The school teaches in English and Spanish from year 1.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs British immersion with native teachers is used in Primary Education. Secondary Education and Bachillerato also feature British immersion with native teachers. From 1st ESO, French is introduced as part of the language program.	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Request information and schedule an interview. Families interested in enrolling must contact Lope de Vega International School to request information and arrange a personal interview. The interview introduces the educational project and facilities and collects information about the student. For students who do not speak Spanish, a DELE language immersion commitment may be required as part of the admission process. 2. Attend the interview with the student. The interview is conducted with the student and family to understand expectations and values and to evaluate compatibility with the school's educational approach. If additional support is needed, a meeting with the Inclusion and Wellbeing Team may be arranged. 3. Deliver the latest academic reports and language information. The family must submit the latest academic report with comments on the student's competencies. Language proficiency in the language of instruction will be assessed if necessary, and any official language certifications (Cambridge, TOEFL, DELF, etc.) will be considered. 4. Await admission confirmation. The center will inform families whether the student has been accepted based on availability of places in the requested course and other criteria. 5. Upon acceptance, provide the required documentation. Deliver the necessary documentation (passport, NIE, visa if foreign) and, where required, medical insurance; sign the admission agreement where applicable. 6. Pay the place reservation deposit. After providing the documentation, pay the seat reservation deposit to secure the student's place.	Admissions The school will respond within 48 hours. The application is free of charge and non-binding. Step 2: The school provides education from pre-school through grade 9. Preschool (3–5 years) follows the Swedish curriculum LPFÖ 18. Grades F–6 emphasize individualised teaching, non-fiction reading, classical music, daily physical activity, and nutritious meals. Grades 7–9 include tutoring for remote students via Sofia Distance. Step 3: Guest Students may join for short stays and applications are accepted year-round. Guest stays can be 4–5 weeks depending on full-term enrollment. The academic year generally follows the Swedish calendar but takes Spanish holidays into account. Applications are accepted year-round via Apply Now. Step 4: Fees and government grants: A registration fee of €750 per family is charged and is non-refundable. The 2025–2026 fees are published and adjusted annually. All new students are invoiced as non-approved until Skolverket approves government funding. If government funding is approved, the fee is reduced by €700. Municipal funding (Skolpeng) may apply if approved by the home municipality. Applications for government grants are submitted at the beginning of autumn term; the school collects and forwards them to Skolverket for assessment; if approved, the difference is credited to the next year's fee.
Scholarships	Scholarships The school offers sibling discounts on tuition: 5% for the second child, 30% for the third child, and 100% for the fourth child and all subsequent children.	Scholarships —
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