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| Number of students |
97 |
| Average number of students per class |
In the elementary school, classes average 8 to 12 students. In the middle and high school, classes average 12 students. |
| Language support for students not fluent in English |
ESL traditionally means English as a Second Language, but at ECA English is often the third or fourth language of the students in the program. That is why at Evangelical Christian Academy the ESL program is known as ELL. ELL stands for English Language Learners. |
| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Because each student is an individual and has needs that vary, some students will spend more time doing homework than others. A general rule of 10 minutes per day per grade level is recommended – i.e. 1st grade – 10 minutes, 3rd grade – 30 minutes, etc. |
| Uniform required |
No |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Because of the school’s nature and purpose, missionaries’ children will have priority in admissions.
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| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
Registration is open October 15 to December 15 for 2nd semester. |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes, if accepted and there is availability in the appropriate grade level. |
| School start time |
9:10 am |
| School finish time |
4:00 pm |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
The school offers after-school clubs with a variety of sports available. Parents may even come and participate in the after school sports! |
| School provided lunches |
No |
| Sports activities included |
Physical education. |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Playground |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
Evangelical Christian Academy is a school in Madrid, Spain that exists to serve primarily missionary families by equipping students in the academic disciplines, challenging them to love God, apply His truth, and care for others. |
| Teaching approach of the school |
ECA offers a challenging, college preparatory curriculum in an American-based system. Students at ECA study Bible each year, and a Christian worldview is integrated into every aspect of the curriculum. |