Multicultural environment (over 50 nationalities in school): LES students develop an international mindset. They learn to appreciate and respect the diversity of cultures, languages and religions they find amongst their peers.
Outstanding facilities: a purpose-built, modern campus fully equipped with the latest technology and learning facilities.
Amazing learning: this is how we summarise our approach to learning. Our teachers strive to help students amaze themselves with what they are capable of achieving. As a result, they will leave LES being confident, lifelong learners.
Choices for students: LES offers a Secondary curriculum with a choice of over 30 different subjects. It is the widest choice of any school in the area. In addition, every student has a mentor to help them pick and choose an individualised learning mix to support their future career path.
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Number of students
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1200
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Number of nationalities represented in the school
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50
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Most common nationality
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British
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Ratio of local students to international students
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1:3
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Native English speaking teachers
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Yes
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Language support for students not fluent in English
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English as a Foreign Language
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Additional language classes offered by the school
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Spanish, French, German, Valencian
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Max. number of students per class
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20
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Average number of students per class
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17
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Does the school employ teaching assistants?
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Yes
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Use of technology in the classroom
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Interactive whiteboards in all classrooms, computers and tablets for students.
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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)
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Yes. Students can follow and participate in lessons remotely via Google Classroom.
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Do students practice religion at the school? What religion?
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No
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External examinations or assessments available
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IGCSE, A Levels, EVAU
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Results in these examinations
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A Levels: 99% pass rate, 49% of grades are A/A*
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Do teachers assign homework to their students?
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Yes
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Approximate hours of homework given
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30 minutes
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Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation
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98%
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Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs
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Special educational needs provisions and support
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Learning support offered
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Psycho-pedagogical specialist staff
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The school supports gifted, able and talented students
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Yes
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Student access to education psychologist
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Yes
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Entry evaluation for students
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Yes
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Brief description of entry evaluation required
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Student academic reports and any special needs are considered by the school's senior academic staff
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Waiting list
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Yes, in some year groups
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Deadline for registration (new academic year)
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There is no deadline. We accept students all year round.
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Students can join after academic year begins
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Yes
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School start time
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9:00
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School finish time
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16:00
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Supervised care before/after school
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No
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School bus service available
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Yes
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School provided lunches
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Yes
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Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc)
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Yes
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Uniform required
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Yes
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Facilities at the school
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Music rooms,, art room, design and photography room, recording studio, science labs, food technology rooms, theatre, library
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Sports facilities at the school
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- two heated indoor swimming pools
- gymnasium with spectator seats
- AstroTurf football and sports pitch
- outdoor sports court
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Grades/ages available for boarding
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From Grade 8 (13 years of age).
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Boarding facilities at the school
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The boarding facility comprises of a large traditional farmhouse which has been tastefully decorated, furnished and provides 3 separate independent areas. These include two comfortable commons rooms, one main dining hall and kitchen.
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Qualities and characteristics best defining the school
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Lady Elizabeth School provides an exciting, international environment for pupils to learn and mature into confident and independent people.
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Teaching approach of the school
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LES values, develops and supports every pupil's academic ability, nurturing excellence at the highest levels and guiding those who find work a little harder. Around this is a programme of activities and life beyond the classroom that offers a wide range of opportunities in sport, music, drama and the creative arts as well as in the essential qualities of leadership and responsibility.
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Learning
The Lady Elizabeth School embraces the individuality of every learner. We support student learning through a robust, student-focused curriculum, and enriching extra-curricular activities, and focus relentlessly on each child’s ability to amaze.
Learning is about getting better, academically, socially and emotionally. Amazing Learning happens when students surprise themselves by getting better to a level beyond which they thought possible. Whether through mentoring, enrichment or personalised study, the Lady Elizabeth School recognises and nurtures each student’s gifts and talents so that they amaze themselves and inspire others.
After School
To compliment our sport, culture and creative offerings, LES also offer activities beyond the classroom. These clubs are designed to enshrine the learning process within the lives of our students, thereby creating a culture of lifelong learning.
These activities include not only our Plus Clubs but also the Due of Edinburgh International Award, Model United Nations, Marine Biology and Environmental Conservation.
Facilities
Spacious sports facilities: 25m swimming pool, 18m swimming pool, multi-sport astro turf pitch, 2 gymnasiums, tennis and basketball courts.
Modern classrooms all equipped with interactive boards: 5 science labs, ICT rooms, fully equipped kitchen for food science classes.
Excellent facilities for teaching art, music and performing arts: music rooms, recording studios, performing arts, dance rooms, photography studio.
Specific are for Sixth Form (baccalaureate) pupils with a small kitchen areas for study and socialising, creating a wonderful environment for our Year 12 and 13 pupils.
Check out the facilities in this interactive virtual tour.
Boarding
Lady Elizabeth School is a boarding school in Alicante, which includes the option of hosting children who, for various reasons, need a residential space in our centre.
Unlike other boarding schools, our boarding school for children includes the best facilities 24 hours a day during term time. Our proposal includes both the best educational offerings, facilities and services all of which make our boarding school a perfect space for study and leisure. At Lady Elizabeth School, our students learn based on personalized study plans, and in addition, they can enjoy personalized routines in our boarding school, in an incomparable environment in Alicante.
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