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Colegio Internacional de Sevilla - San Francisco de Paula

Spain, Seville

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Spanish, English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 0 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 945
Type Co-educational
Opened 1885
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum International Baccalaureate (PYP), International Baccalaureate (MYP), International Baccalaureate (DP)
Taught languages English, French, Chinese
Typical class size 8
Strengths International Baccalaureate, Technology Integration, Multilingual Education
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Colegio Internacional de Sevilla - San Francisco de Paula is Spain's oldest private school, founded in 1885. It offers the full IB continuum (PYP, MYP, and Diploma) to students from birth to age 18 across four stages: Infantil (0-5), Primaria (6-10), Secundaria (11-15), and Bachillerato (16-18). The school is a secular, ideologically independent institution. Students study English, French, and Chinese alongside Spanish. The school achieves a 100% pass rate in university entrance examinations (PEvAU). It has been designated a Microsoft Showcase School for two consecutive years, with 12 Microsoft Innovative Educator Experts on staff. A laboratory programme runs across all levels.

Alcázares, 4, Sevilla, Spain

The Essentials

Colegio Internacional de Sevilla - San Francisco de Paula has 945 pupils, typical class sizes of 8, instruction in Spanish, English.

Location
The school is centrally located at Alcázares, 4, in the historic centre of Seville, Spain. Seville is well connected by high-speed rail (AVE) to Madrid and other Spanish cities, and has an international airport.

Stages
Four stages: Infantil (ages 0-5 including creche), Primaria/Year 1-5 (ages 6-10, IB PYP), Secundaria/Year 6-10 (ages 11-15, IB MYP), and Bachillerato/Year 11-12 (ages 16-18, IB Diploma or US Diploma option).

Type
San Francisco de Paula is a private, secular, ideologically independent school. It is the oldest private school in Spain, founded in 1885.

Country affiliation
A Spanish school with international outlook, offering the IB continuum. It also offers a US Diploma option at the Bachillerato level.

Religious affiliation
The school is explicitly secular and ideologically independent, with no religious affiliation.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
A cafeteria service is available on campus.

Governance and Ownership
The school is privately owned and operated as a secular, ideologically independent institution. It has been under continuous operation since 1885, making it Spain's oldest private school.
Academics

Colegio Internacional de Sevilla - San Francisco de Paula teaches International Baccalaureate (PYP), International Baccalaureate (MYP), International Baccalaureate (DP) for students aged 0 to 18.

Curriculum
The school offers the full International Baccalaureate continuum: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). A US Diploma option is also available at the Bachillerato level. A laboratory programme runs across all educational levels. The school integrates technology throughout, with Microsoft Innovative Educator Experts guiding digital learning.

Exam Results
100% pass rate in university entrance examinations (PEvAU), the Spanish national university admissions test.

Higher Education Progression
100% pass rate in the PEvAU (university entrance examinations), enabling access to top national and international universities.
Parent Experience

History
Founded in 1885, San Francisco de Paula is the oldest private school in Spain, with nearly 140 years of continuous operation. It has evolved from a traditional Spanish school into a modern IB World School while maintaining its identity as a secular, independent institution in the heart of Seville.

Community
A Parent School (Escuela de Padres) programme engages families in the educational community. The school's secular, ideologically independent character creates an inclusive environment for families from diverse backgrounds.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Escuela de Padres (Parent School) programme provides structured engagement between the school and families.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school is in the historic centre of Seville. It features science laboratories at all levels, technology-integrated classrooms, a cafeteria, and a virtual campus for digital learning.

Academic Facilities
Science laboratories operate across all educational levels. Technology-integrated classrooms are standard, supported by 12 Microsoft Innovative Educator Experts on the teaching staff.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extracurricular activities and sports are available. An international mobility programme provides opportunities for students to experience education in other countries.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The laboratory programme across all levels develops practical scientific skills. The school's Microsoft Showcase status drives technology innovation in learning.

Cultural & Language
Students study English, French, and Chinese alongside Spanish, developing multilingual competence. An international mobility programme provides cross-cultural experiences.
Languages

Language Provision
Spanish and English are the main languages of instruction. French and Chinese (Mandarin) are taught as additional languages. The multilingual approach prepares students for global communication.
Reputation

Awards
Microsoft Showcase School for two consecutive years.

Accreditations
IB World School (authorised for PYP, MYP, and Diploma Programme).
Microsoft Showcase School (second consecutive year).
12 Microsoft Innovative Educator Experts on staff.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Admissions are open year-round.
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3. The school accepts students from birth (creche) through to Bachillerato (age 18).
School Events
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