Quick summary of key school information
School details
| Number of students |
506 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
10 |
| Most common nationality |
Spanish |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
67:33 |
| Native English and Spanish speaking teachers |
Yes |
| Language support for students not fluent in English and Spanish |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
Deutsch |
| Max. number of students per class |
25 |
| Average number of students per class |
21 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
We are committed to a proactive and innovative use of information and communication technologies in education. We integrate tools into the teaching process ranging from interactive whiteboards and iPads to drones, 3D printers, virtual reality headsets, as well as robotics and programming tools, to enhance learning and foster key skills. |
| 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 |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
No |
| External examinations or assessments available |
PAU (University entrance exams)
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| Results in these examinations |
Historical 99% pass rate among all tests. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
1 hour. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
94,5% |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
We have an academic excellence scholarship program that covers a portion of the tuition fees for students who stand out due to their dedication, desire to improve and outstanding achievement. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
We provide psychologist, psychopedagogue and speech therapist. |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes. |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
A standard entrance exam must be passed to identify the specific needs of each student. |
| Waiting list |
We have a waiting list because several courses are at their maximum capacity. Therefore, if families wish to enroll in certain courses, they are placed on a waiting list to see if new places become available. We receive approximately 230 applications for the following year, and we are unable to admit all of them to the school. |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
We do not have deadline, as long as there are places available. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
| School start time |
08:30 |
| School finish time |
16:00 |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Morning: 7:30 until 08:00
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| School bus service available |
Yes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
We offer a wide range of academic, sports, and artistic activities, including Financial Education, Spanish Support, Typing, Study Support, Chinese, English, Programming, Robotics, Public Speaking, Debate, School Radio, Science, Reading Workshop, as well as Water Polo, Football, Basketball, Tennis, Swimming, Athletics, Yoga, Climbing, and artistic disciplines such as Dance, Ballet, Theatre, Music, Painting, and Arts and Crafts. |
| Sports activities included |
We offer physical education and swimming. |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
| Facilities at the school |
Our educational facilities include a music room, laboratory, technology workshop, chroma room, Future Classroom, Maker Space, Entrepreneurship Classroom, Art Room, library, and IT room. For health and development, we provide a psychomotricity room, multisensory classroom (Atelier), and medical office. Our recreational and other facilities include playgrounds, a games room, multipurpose/conference hall, school garden, and lounge/cafeteria. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
We offer outstanding sports facilities, including a swimming pool, sports hall, gym, tennis and padel courts, climbing wall, badminton court, athletics track, volleyball court, football pitch, and basketball court. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Our school is defined by a personalized and comprehensive education that combines academic excellence, skill and competency development, and attention to students’ emotional growth. We promote trilingual education (English, German, and Spanish) with an international, cooperative, and STEAM-focused approach. Core values such as effort, integrity, respect, cooperation, and solidarity are emphasized, along with healthy lifestyle habits and sports. Our educational model focuses on cooperative learning, multiple intelligences, and international education, preparing students to succeed in a globalized world. We also prioritize professionalism, exemplary leadership, social responsibility, teamwork, and continuous improvement. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
Colegio Arenas Sur provides a high-quality, values-based education with a focus on excellence and pedagogical innovation. Using methodologies like Cooperative Learning® and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program® (IBDP), it fosters critical thinking, collaboration, and active student engagement, supported by modern facilities and a highly qualified professional team. |