Secondary school (Aged 14 to 18)

This is known as the ‘Instituto’ and takes children from 14 to 18 years old. You will need the same paperwork as for the infant and primary school plus a school leaving certificate from their relevant school in Spain. If the child is coming directly from England then copies of any exam certificates should be produced and a report from the head teacher, which you should have translated into Spanish.
School hours are from 08.00 to 15.00 hrs, Monday to Friday.

International schools

Entrance requirements vary from school to school as do fees. Most will follow the syllabus of the United Kingdom schools and offer entry to GCSEs and A/S levels whereas the ‘bachillerato’ is offered in Spanish schools.

A birth certificate, a report from their leaving school in England, vaccination and medical certificates and exam results are all likely to be required.