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.
| Number of students |
1200 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
50 |
| Most common nationality |
British |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
1:3 |
| Max. number of students per class |
20 |
| Average number of students per class |
17 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
English as a Foreign Language |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Spanish, French, German, Valencian |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Interactive whiteboards in all classrooms, computers and tablets for students. |
| 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) |
Yes. Students can follow and participate in lessons remotely via Google Classroom. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
30 minutes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Waiting list |
Yes, in some year groups |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Student academic reports and any special needs are considered by the school's senior academic staff |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
There is no deadline. We accept students all year round. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
98% |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE, A Levels, EVAU |
| Results in these examinations |
A Levels: 99% pass rate, 49% of grades are A/A* |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
| School bus service available |
Yes |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Special educational needs provisions and support |
| Learning support offered |
Psycho-pedagogical specialist staff |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Yes |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
| School start time |
9:00 |
| School finish time |
16:00 |
| Supervised care before/after school |
No |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Karate, swimming, Harry Potter crafts club, art, Spanish drama, traditional Spanish dancing, active spelling, eco warriors, musical theatre, lamda, drawing, freaky Friday science club, Friday fun, chess, little games club, gardening and environment club, volleyball, photography, book club, experimental physics club, water polo, creative cooking, the decomposers, young entrepreneurs, robotics, boxing |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Sports activities included |
Basketball, football, swimming, volleyball, badminton |
| Sports facilities at the school |
- two heated indoor swimming pools
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| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
| Other facilities at the school |
Music rooms,, art room, design and photography room, recording studio, science labs, food technology rooms, theatre, library |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Lady Elizabeth School provides an exciting, international environment for pupils to learn and mature into confident and independent people. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
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. |
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.
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.
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.
The best way our Admissions can help you is if you provide a contact telephone number. We will strive to call you promptly and understand your educational needs first-hand. Every family is unique.
Any time of year is an excellent time to contact us about a place at LES. We take students in throughout the year.
