Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
120 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
20 |
| Most common nationality |
British |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
1 to 3 |
| Native English speaking teachers |
All are |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
Yes plus we prepare IEP's for those students, Individual Education Plans. |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Spanish and Russian |
| Max. number of students per class |
From 4 to 18 |
| Average number of students per class |
12 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
No, we use qualified teachers for delivery of IEP's. |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Access to the internet through our new computer suite. As we are in Valencia and in accordance with our policy, mobile phones are not permiited in the classroom. |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online during emergencies) |
During Covid online |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
Not applicable |
| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
Secular school |
| External examinations or assessments available |
IGCSE, GCSE, IAL, A Levels |
| Results in these examinations |
Consistently above average. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
For exam students always, for other students it depends. |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
1 hour |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
80% + |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
We have a dedicated Educational Psychologist who prepares IEP's. |
| Learning support offered |
IEP's, plus scheduled one to one support. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
Encourage early entry for exams plus we offer a scholarship scheme which students avail of. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Yes |
| Entry evaluation for students |
No |
| Waiting list |
Yes. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
When student limits are reached in each classroom. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
08.15 |
| School finish time |
14.30 |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Before school yes. |
| School bus service available |
No |
| School provided lunches |
No |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
No |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
We encourage students to avail of the clubs in the local town |
| Sports activities included |
Football, Tennis, Basketball, Football Sala, Athletics and Golf. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
No |
| Facilities at the school |
Library and computer suite |
| Sports facilities at the school |
We rent from the local authorities. Astro turf football pitch, Football sala, tennis, basketball and padel, |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
The O’Brien International School was established to provide first-class education to a diverse range of students of all ages and abilities. We pride ourselves on offering a supportive yet disciplined learning environment where every student can thrive. As a small school, we are able to offer personalized instruction from our dedicated teaching staff, allowing us to bring out the best in each learner. We cater to students from primary level through to college, with flexible enrolment options available throughout the year. In our pursuit of academic excellence, The O’Brien International School is committed to providing high-quality teaching resources and student-friendly facilities. Our exam-focused courses are carefully tailored to meet the individual needs of each student, ensuring they receive the support necessary to succeed. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
At The O’Brien International School, we are passionate about teaching.
Our dedicated staff work hard every day to support and inspire our learners. In return, we expect a strong work ethic from all our students — no matter their age or level. Together, we create an environment where effort is valued, growth is encouraged, and learning truly comes to life. |
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