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Home School Internacional

Spain, Valencia

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Spanish
Fees €4,610 - 5,000
Ages 1 - 16 years
Pupil numbers 630
Type Co-educational
Opened 2017
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary)
Taught languages English, French, Spanish
Strengths Visual and Creative Arts, Languages, Sport
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

Home School Internacional is a private, international bilingual school in Valencia, Spain, serving learners from age 1 to 18. The Cambridge curriculum is offered in Primary and Secondary, with the Baccalaureate planned for 2028–29, and the school is an official Cambridge Exam Centre. From Early Years, English and Spanish are taught in a bilingual environment, with two teachers per classroom in Early Years and Primary—one focusing on English; in Secondary, most subjects are taught in English. Valencian is introduced from Early Years; French starts in Year 3 of Primary; German is offered as an extracurricular from Year 6. The curriculum emphasizes personalized support, active learning, and creativity through projects such as the Art Home Project, supported by spaces for arts, music, and sports. The campus features creative classrooms and open-air areas designed for discovery and wellbeing. Affinitas Education joined in 2023, strengthening its international reach.

C. Galerna, 1, 46184, Valencia, Spain

The Essentials

Home School Internacional has 630 pupils, instruction in English, Spanish.

Location
Located at Calle Galerna 1, 46184 San Antonio de Benagéber, Valencia (Spain). The school provides a transportation service with routes from Valencia and other areas, adapting routes to meet demand to ensure students arrive safely and on time.

Stages
Infant Education (2–6 years); Primary (6–12); Secondary (12–16); Baccalaureate (16–18)

Type
Private, international bilingual school

Additional learning support
Neuroeducation Department; Guidance, Psychopedagogy and Pediatrics; tele-pediatrics service with on-site pediatric consultations; safeguarding integrated into the curriculum; collaboration with external psychopedagogical teams when needed

Country affiliation
Spain

Bus service
School transportation service with routes from Valencia and other areas, adapted to demand to facilitate access
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school uses a uniform with freedom of choice, offering a range of options including T-shirts, sweaters, trousers, and other garments.

Food Options
The school canteen provides balanced meals prepared by nutritionists; in Secondary education students choose from two meal options daily; dietary restrictions are accommodated.

Governance and Ownership
The school is part of Affinitas Education, an international group of bilingual and international schools.
Fees

Annual tuition at Home School Internacional ranges from EUR 4,610 to EUR 5,000 for 2026/27.

Initial enrollment fee and annual place reservation
- Initial enrollment fee (payable once at first enrollment; non-refundable): Preschool €600; Primary €600; Secondary €650.
- Annual place reservation payment (one-off; non-refundable): €208.

Mandatory tuition (schooling fee) — monthly billing (September to June)
- 1st cycle Preschool (2 years old): €461 per month. (Schooling-fee component noted as €300; care and attention from 12:00 to 14:30: €53.)
- Preschool (4–5 years and general Preschool line shown): €461 per month.
- Primary: €474 per month.
- Secondary: €494 per month.

Lunch service — monthly billing (September to June)
- Preschool: €175 per month. (In 2‑ and 3‑year‑old classes this covers morning and afternoon snacks; in 4–5 year classes it covers the morning snack.)
- Primary: €175 per month.
- Secondary: €175 per month.

Optional / additional recurring services and fees
- School supplement (common consumables, school insurance, psychopedagogical service): €83 per quarter.
- Extended timetable — “Calendario laboral” (annual service): €95 per month (billed as an annual service covering holidays and extended hours).
- Extended morning timetable (8:30–9:00): €35 per month.
- Extended afternoon timetable (16:30–17:00): €35 per month.
- Transport (annual service, September–June): round trip €185 per month; one‑way €120 per month.
- Supplement for bilingual education during non‑teaching hours: €808 (one-off supplementary fee).
- Extracurricular activities, speech therapy/psychology services, and excursions are listed as additional concepts and are subject to separate fees when offered.

Siblings and discounts
- All siblings: 50% discount on the Annual place‑reservation payment.
- Second sibling: €30 per month discount on the schooling fee. Third sibling and following: €60 per month discount on the schooling fee.
- 50% discount on the Calendario Laboral service for siblings.
- 10% discount on uniforms for siblings.

Uniforms, textbooks and materials
- Uniforms and teaching materials (textbooks, handbooks, apps) are charged separately as additional costs; the school supplement does not include textbooks or teaching materials. Uniform costs vary and are listed under additional concepts.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Regular tuition and many optional services are billed as monthly fees for the academic period September to June. Annual place reservation and initial enrollment fees are one‑off charges. Fees are described as payable according to the billed periods above.

Refund and non‑refund rules
- The initial enrollment fee is non‑refundable. The annual place reservation payment is non‑refundable. No other refund terms for tuition or other fees are specified in the published fee document.

Fee adjustments
- Fees may be increased based on the General Consumer Price Index (CPI) with the reference month indicated in the fee document.

Simple annual and per‑term calculations (calculated from the published monthly rates)
- Calculation method: monthly fee × 10 months (September–June) = academic‑year total; per term = academic‑year total ÷ 3. These annual and per‑term figures are calculated from the published monthly amounts.
- 1st cycle Preschool (2 yo): €461/month → academic year €4,610; per term ≈ €1,536.67 (calculated).
- Preschool: €461/month → academic year €4,610; per term ≈ €1,536.67 (calculated).
- Primary: €474/month → academic year €4,740; per term €1,580 (calculated).
- Secondary: €494/month → academic year €4,940; per term ≈ €1,646.67 (calculated).
- Lunch service (all levels shown at €175/month): €175/month → academic year €1,750; per term ≈ €583.33 (calculated).

Payment methods
- The published fees document does not specify accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit card, direct debit). Payment method details are not listed in the published fee sheet.
Academics

Home School Internacional teaches Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary) for students aged 1 to 16.

Curriculum
Education runs from Early Years through the second year of ESO, with the Baccalaureate planned to be completed in 2028–29. English and Spanish are taught in a bilingual environment from Early Years, with two teachers per classroom in Early Years and Primary—one focusing on English. In Secondary, most subjects are taught in English. Home School Internacional is an official Cambridge Exam Centre. Valencian is taught from Early Years; French begins in the third year of Primary; German is offered as an extracurricular from the sixth year of Primary. The curriculum emphasizes personalized support, active learning, and creativity through projects such as the Art Home Project and spaces for the arts, music, and sports.

Higher Education Progression
Students are prepared for university entrance exams through a competency-based approach that develops autonomy and practical skills. The school is an official Cambridge Exam Centre, expanding academic and professional opportunities for its students. This Cambridge affiliation supports access to internationally recognized qualifications.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Socio-emotional education is integrated with neuroeducation and Positive Discipline. It nurtures students to manage their emotions, build healthy relationships, and make responsible decisions. The program supports wellbeing and self-esteem, fosters resilience, and strengthens autonomy. Early Years focus on emotional safety, regulation, and empathy development. Primary emphasizes stress management, conflict resolution, and cooperative skills using Positive Discipline. Secondary builds resilience, critical thinking, and leadership based on respect and responsibility.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Personalized support and active learning are central, with close attention to each student's rhythm and individual strengths. Teaching uses active methodologies that respect cognitive development and personal learning pace. The approach applies neuroscience-informed strategies to address diverse talents and learning styles. Instruction is flexible to accommodate different needs and preferences. Content emphasizes autonomy and self-regulation to help students manage their learning. The educational model integrates these principles across the school years.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school runs a bilingual program with English and Spanish as the foundation of learning. In Early Years and Primary, two teachers per classroom, one a native English speaker, provide authentic immersion. In Secondary, most subjects are taught in English. The school prepares students for Cambridge certifications and is an official Cambridge Exam Centre. Valencian is included from Early Years; French begins in Primary Year 3; German is offered as an extracurricular from Year 6.

Mental Wellbeing
Socio-emotional education is grounded in neuroeducation and Positive Discipline. It nurtures students who can manage their emotions, build healthy relationships, and make responsible decisions. The program supports wellbeing and self-esteem, promotes resilience, and encourages autonomy. Early Years focus on emotional safety, regulation, and empathy. Primary covers stress management, conflict resolution, and cooperative skills. Secondary emphasizes resilience, critical thinking, and leadership based on respect and responsibility.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is central to the Culture of Care and the school's daily practice. The safeguarding commitment ensures students are valued, heard, and supported by trusted adults, and families are welcomed as partners. Staff are supported to thrive professionally and emotionally, with ongoing training and consistent behaviour standards. The school embeds safeguarding into the curriculum with age-appropriate content on relationships, personal boundaries, consent, digital safety, and citizenship. Key policies include Safeguarding & Child Protection, Anti-Bullying & Positive Behaviour, Staff Code of Conduct, Whistleblowing, Health & Safety, First Aid, and Digital Safety & Acceptable Use. Safer recruitment is practiced with identity, qualifications, references, and background checks.
Parent Experience

History
Home School Internacional was founded in 2017 by Marisa Benlloch Merchán and Alberto Ochando Perales. The school grew from their early childhood education centers Parque Tecnológico and Parque Terramelar in Paterna, and the Cube Language Center in Godella. In 2020, HSI inaugurated a new facility in San Antonio de Benagéber, Valencia. In 2023, Affinitas Education, a London-based group that manages schools in Spain, Italy, Mexico, and the United States, joined HSI's shareholder structure, expanding its international reach and strengthening its educational mission.

Community
Affinitas Education's Culture of Care is a lived promise ensuring every student and adult in the community feels safe, supported, and valued daily. A strong Culture of Care underpins academic success, personal growth, and meaningful human connection, with safeguarding embedded in daily practice. Families are welcomed as trusted partners in the school community. Adult Activities & Clubs offer family-friendly experiences, including activities such as Family hiking.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school is a private, international bilingual school in Valencia, Spain. The campus offers spaces for learning, discovery, and enjoyment, including creative classrooms, open-air areas, and dedicated spaces for art, music, and sports to support student development.

Sports Facilities
The school provides spaces for sports and physical activity as part of a broader facilities plan designed to support active learning and well-being.

Academic Facilities
Academic facilities support a bilingual curriculum with classrooms designed to enable interactive, project-based learning and spaces for arts and sciences.

Extra Curricular Facilities
A wide range of extracurricular activities are available, including arts and music, with spaces designed for creative expression and performance.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school has after-school clubs that complement learning in a fun and enriching environment. There are art and music workshops, movement-based activities, and sports adapted for young children to stimulate creativity and physical development. Language introduction programs are available, allowing children to explore new languages through play. These activities help students discover talents, build confidence, and enjoy new experiences in a safe and motivating setting.

Arts & Creative
The school has a broad arts and creative program across preschool, primary, and secondary levels. Preschool offerings include Musical Instrument, Visual Arts, Practical Life, Sports, Karate, Dance, and Musical Instruments. Primary offerings include Thinkers, Musical Instrument, Visual Arts, Practical Life, Karate, Dance, Robotics & Tech, Aerial Silks, Roller Skating, and Rhythmic Gymnastics. Secondary offerings include Club Experience, English Intensive, Spanish as a second language, French, and German.

Cultural & Language
The school has language programs across preschool to secondary levels. English Intensive is offered, along with Spanish as a second language, French, and German. Language clubs provide opportunities to explore languages in a structured setting.

Social & Hobbies
The school has a wide range of after-school clubs that promote social interaction and personal interests. Primary and secondary levels offer activities such as Club Experience and the Padel Kings League, plus a variety of sports like Roller Skating and Rhythmic Gymnastics. Movement-based activities and team-oriented clubs foster collaboration and creative expression.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The extracurricular program emphasizes physical activity and wellbeing. Activities include Karate, Dance, Roller Skating, Rhythmic Gymnastics, and other movement-based classes designed to support fitness, coordination, and healthy lifestyle habits.
Languages

Language Provision
English and Spanish are taught in a bilingual environment from Early Years; Valencian from Early Years; French from 3rd year of Primary; German as an extracurricular activity from 6th year of Primary; Cambridge exams are available as part of the programme.

Bilingual Teaching
The school offers a bilingual environment in English and Spanish from Early Years. Two teachers per classroom in Early Years and Primary, with one teacher focusing on English. In Secondary, most subjects are taught in English.

Immersion Programs
English immersion and multilingual education are central, with English taught across the curriculum and most subjects taught in English in Secondary. The school is an official Cambridge Exam Centre.
Admissions

Admissions
1. First Contact – Let's Connect. Complete the information request form to receive a detailed information package within 48 hours. The package includes details about the educational approach, facilities, and current availability. This helps families assess fit before scheduling a visit.

2. Visit – Schedule Your Tour. If there are available spots, we will schedule a visit to introduce you to our school. For Primary and Secondary applicants, a trial day will be arranged so your child can experience Home School Internacional firsthand. The visit gives families the opportunity to learn about the school firsthand.

3. Enrollment – Secure Your Child's Place. If the trial day is a positive experience for both parties, we will guide you through the enrollment process to complete the registration. Our team will assist with the steps required to enroll. This ensures your child has a place at Home School Internacional.

4. Availability – Waitlist Option. If no places are currently available, you can join our waiting list. We will contact you as soon as a spot opens. This option allows families to be informed about openings as they arise.

Waitlist
If no places are currently available, join the waiting list. You will be contacted as soon as a space opens.
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