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Nationalities
Number of students |
1050 |
Number of nationalities represented in the school |
72 |
Languages
Native English speaking teachers |
Yes |
Language support for students not fluent in English |
We offer English as an Additional Language (EAL) support for your child if needed. EAL support is designed to help new students participate in the mainstream curriculum from their very first day at ICS. This means they are taught English through academic lessons which have been adapted to meet their needs. |
Additional language classes offered by the school |
Spanish, Dutch, Belgian. The school's curriculum recognises the importance of a strong native language as a base for learning. International College Spain supports students in more than 20 mother tongue languages including Hebrew, Arabic, German, Italian and Portuguese, amongst others. |
Classroom
Max. number of students per class |
22 |
Average number of students per class |
22 |
Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
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, we do. You can find more information about our Virtual School Experience on our website: https://www.nordangliaeducation.com/our-schools/madrid/curriculum-1/vse |
Academics
External examinations or assessments available |
IB Diploma |
Results in these examinations |
ICS students consistently surpass global averages for the IB Diploma.
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Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
Approximate hours of homework given |
In the Primary School homework is set from Infants upwards and should never exceed one hour per week. Homework diaries are used to remind students of their assignments and also as a means of communication between parents and teachers. In the Secondary School homework levels increase as they progress through the school. The following is a guide to the amount of homework expected on average:
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Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
9 out of 10 students go directly to university, with 1 in 5 going to institutions in the world’s top 50. |
Student support
Student access to education psychologist |
We have two ICS Counsellors who provide one-to-one support to both Primary and Secondary Students. |
Admissions
Entry evaluation for students |
Subject testing and interview |
Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Children are tested in English and Mathematics. They may be interviewed by the Head of School and appropriate subjects and levels considered. |
Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
No deadline |
Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes |
School day
School start time |
8:45 a.m. |
School finish time |
4:10 p.m. |
School bus service available |
Yes |
School provided lunches |
Yes. The school cafeteria offers healthy and balanced meals to support your child's nutritional needs. |
Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes, we have several different menus available including vegetarian, gluten-free, lactose-free and many more. |
Uniform required |
No |
Extracurricular activities
Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
ICS offers a programme of over 50 different extra curricular activities, clubs and sports for you and your child to enjoy. This covers anything from outdoor sports to drama. |
Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes |
Facilities
Sports facilities at the school |
3 playgrounds, athletic track, outdoor field |
About the school
Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
International College Spain is an international community school that is committed to giving every child a truly global learning experience. It is the only school in Madrid to offer all three IB programmes in English.
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Teaching approach of the school |
ICS responds to each child’s individual learning needs helping them to develop
ICS learning styles are:
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