Socrates Educa International School: Details and Information

Socrates Educa International School

CityTarragona

Curriculums, Spanish, and American

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Languages of instructionEnglish, Catalan, and Spanish

Age RangeAges 1 to 18

Boarding available - Yes

Yearly fees: Not public

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Pedagogical project

Sigve Austheim
Headteacher

At Socrates Educa International School, we have developed our own pedagogical model: Sòcrates Educa®.

One of the fundamental goals of our model is to foster excellence in four key areas: knowledge, know-how, being and co-existing. Other goals are to foster open and independent thinking, creativity, initiative and a culture of effort, along with sports, art and music.

Socrates Educa places the student at the heart of teaching and is the benchmark for our diverse, co-educational and multilingual school. Having our own pedagogical model reinforces our educational work, which consists of preparing students for the challenges of responsibly living, working and being good citizens.

Socrates Educa has an international education model, adapted to the local territory. Therefore, students (from 1 to 18 years old) can graduate with triple certification: local (Baccalaureate from the Generalitat de Catalunya), international (International Baccalaureate - IB), and American through the Dual Diploma or the online/hybrid academic programme of the US Middle and High Schools.

Quick summary of key school information

Leaving qualifications		IB Diploma and US Diploma
Language of instruction		English, Catalan, and Spanish
Native English, Catalan, and Spanish teachers
Extra languages (other than English, Catalan, and Spanish)
Class sizes	Average	20 students / class
Class sizes	Maximum	30 students / class
Extracurricular activities
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Nationalities

Number of students	700
Number of nationalities represented in the school	50
Most common nationality	More than 45 different nationalities.
Ratio of local students to international students	40% from Spain, 60% from other countries.

Languages

Native English, Catalan, and Spanish speaking teachers	Yes
Language support for students not fluent in English, Catalan, and Spanish	Yes. With a personalised "welcome plan" and "welcome room" with specialised staff only to cover this important part of the learning and wellbeing (academic, social and cultural impact). Also extra curricular optional support.
Additional language classes offered by the school	Our methodology includes the 3 most spoken languages in the world: English, Chinese and Spanish. But also a link to the local culture, curriculum, calendar and languages (in Salou, this is with Catalan).

Classroom

Max. number of students per class	There are two groups for each year group, ranging from 12 students in nursery school to 25 in preschool and primary school and a maximum of 30 in ESO and Baccalaureate.
Average number of students per class	20
Does the school employ teaching assistants?	Yes
Use of technology in the classroom	We are Apple Distinguished school. We understand "learning in technology" in wider sens: programming, coding, robotics, "ofimatic" skills, social media, and communication skills... So we use Interactive White boards, Ipads, Mac, Robots, labs... and from Primary 5, students have their own iPad.
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, our school is equipped with virtual classroom technologies and is prepared to offer online lessons during emergencies, ensuring continuous, high-quality education.
Do students practice religion at the school? What religion?	No

Academics

External examinations or assessments available	Local Catalan - Spanish Homologation. IB Diploma (english) American Dual Diploma American Full Diploma
Results in these examinations	Local Catalan - Spanish Homologation : over local and national average. IB Diploma (english): over local and world average.
Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation	Our alumni, move to Universities all around the world. With more than 100 destinations, some in the top 5 and 10 "best Universities" of the world.

Student support

Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs	Yes. SEIS is an inclusive school with its own specialised Psychopedagogy Department. In any case, SEIS recommends contacting the school to discuss what these needs are, in order to ensure the smoothest transition possible.
Learning support offered	Welcome plan. Personalised plan for all new comers. Welcome room and Extra support (with specialised full time staff).
The school supports gifted, able and talented students	Special support as the inclusive school we are. Every student is different, so we have different solutions and sources.
Student access to education psychologist	Yes. Full time staff dedicated to support.

Admissions

Entry evaluation for students	Yes but not selective, just informative.
Waiting list	Yes
Deadline for registration (new academic year)	Process open all during the year.
Students can join after academic year begins	Yes

School day

School start time	8:30
School finish time	16:30
Supervised care before/after school	Yes
School bus service available	Yes
School provided lunches	Yes. High quality, our own sources.
Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc)	Yes, SEIS offers special menus adapted to students´ needs, such as a gluten-free menu, a vegetarian menu, etc.
Uniform required	Yes, from 1 to 15 years, not for 16 to 18.

Extracurricular activities

Extracurricular activities or clubs offered

Performing Arts: Music, Drama, Dance (Ballet, Modern Dance, Circus Arts), and Musical Theater.

Music Education: Piano, Guitar, and Music Initiation.

Languages: English, Spanish, Catalan, French, German, and Chinese, with Cambridge and Confucius Institute certifications.

STEM and Technology: Science, New Technologies, Robotics, and Typing.

Arts and Culture: Comic and Manga creation.

Clubs and Leadership: Debate and Leadership Club.

Sports activities included

Sports: Volleyball, Basketball, Football, Table Tennis, Skating, Tennis, Padel, Judo, Sumo Judo, Gym, and Chess.

Sports teams or sport competitions available for students

Yes

Facilities

Facilities at the school

Academic & Learning Facilities

Smart Classrooms with interactive whiteboards and digital displays

STEM Labs (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)

Computer and Robotics Labs

Language Labs (for English, French, German, Chinese, etc.)

Library & Media Center with digital resources and quiet study areas

Makerspace / Innovation Hub for creative projects and 3D printing

Art & Design Studios for fine arts, crafts, and digital design

Music Rooms for instrumental and vocal training

Drama & Performing Arts Studio with stage, lighting, and sound system

Recording Studio / Multimedia Room for film, podcast, and music production

Reading Corners and Collaboration Zones for informal learning

Lecture Hall / Auditorium for presentations, events, and assemblies

🧬 Science & Technology Facilities

Physics, Chemistry, and Biology Laboratories with modern equipment

Environmental Science Lab / Greenhouse

Computer Science and Coding Lab

AI, Data Science & Virtual Reality Lab (optional for advanced schools)

3D Printing and Robotics Workshop

⚽ Sports & Physical Education Facilities

Indoor Sports Hall / Gymnasium

Outdoor Sports Fields (football, rugby, cricket, etc.)

Multi-purpose Courts (basketball, volleyball, tennis, padel)

Running Track / Athletics Area

Swimming Pool (indoor or outdoor)

Fitness & Conditioning Gym

Dance & Yoga Studio

Martial Arts / Judo / Taekwondo Dojo

Skating Rink or Activity Zone

Table Tennis & Chess Room

Climbing Wall or Adventure Zone (optional)

🎨 Cultural, Creative & Life Skills Areas

Culinary Arts / Cooking Lab

Fashion & Textile Design Studio

Photography & Film Room

Debate & Leadership Room

Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center

Cultural Exchange and Language Immersion Room

🌿 Outdoor & Environmental Facilities

School Garden / Eco-Park / Greenhouse

Outdoor Amphitheater for performances

Playgrounds for early years and primary students

Picnic and Relaxation Areas

Sustainable features: solar panels, rainwater harvesting, recycling stations

💻 Digital & Support Infrastructure

High-speed Wi-Fi and Cloud Learning Systems

Learning Management System (LMS) access for students and teachers

E-library and Digital Content Platforms

Security & Surveillance Systems (CCTV, access cards)

IT Support and Maintenance Center

🧒 Early Childhood Facilities

Safe and Stimulating Playrooms

Nap Room / Resting Area

Sensory Room

Outdoor Play Area with Soft Flooring

☕ Community & Wellbeing Facilities

Cafeteria / Dining Hall with healthy meal options

Medical Clinic / First Aid Room with nurse and visiting doctor

Counseling & Wellbeing Center

Parents’ Lounge and Meeting Rooms

Staff Lounge & Professional Development Room

Prayer / Reflection Room (for inclusivity)

✈️ Beyond the Classroom

Student Exchange and Global Learning Programs

Workshops, Summer & Winter Camps

Educational Trips (local and international)

Volunteer and Community Service Centers

Sports facilities at the school

Sports Facilities at Our School

Our school provides a comprehensive range of modern sports facilities designed to promote physical fitness, teamwork, and healthy competition among students of all ages.

Outdoor Facilities:

Full-size football pitch (natural or artificial turf)

Multi-sport courts for basketball, volleyball, tennis, and padel

Athletics track for running, long jump, and field events

Outdoor gym and fitness area

Skating zone and cycling track

Playgrounds for early years and primary students

Indoor Facilities:

Multi-purpose sports hall for basketball, volleyball, badminton, and indoor football

Gymnasium and fitness center with modern equipment

Dance and yoga studio

Martial arts and judo dojo

Table tennis and chess area

Climbing wall (optional)

Aquatic and Specialized Facilities:

Swimming pool for lessons and competitions (if applicable)

Rehabilitation and training room for physiotherapy and conditioning (optional)

Programs and Activities:
Our Physical Education Department and SEIS Football Academy offer:

Team sports (football, basketball, volleyball, padel, tennis)

Individual sports (athletics, judo, table tennis, skating, gymnastics)

Dance, yoga, and fitness classes

Inter-school tournaments and friendly matches

Boarding

Grades/ages available for boarding	From 12 to 18.
Boarding facilities at the school	Premium Package: Private room and bathroom in a hotel residence. ● Standard Package: Shared room and bathroom (arrangements vary based on availability). ● Host Families: Carefully selected families offering private rooms.

About the school

Qualities and characteristics best defining the school

At Socrates Educa® International School, we don’t just prepare students for the future — we empower them to shape it. Our cutting-edge educational model, Sòcrates Educa®, offers a unique and holistic approach that nurtures academic brilliance, creativity, and personal growth. We believe great education goes beyond the classroom, preparing students to excel in every aspect of life.
Flexible and Dynamic Lesson Planning.
Our lesson plans are designed to meet the diverse needs of our students, ensuring flexibility and adaptability. We offer a variety of options that seamlessly integrate academic and personal growth:
Face-to-Face Learning: For those who thrive in a structured classroom environment, our face-to-face lessons focus on direct interaction with teachers and classmates. This approach enhances collaboration, fosters meaningful engagement, and promotes a vibrant learning atmosphere.
Online Classes: Offering total flexibility, this option allows students to learn independently from anywhere in the world. It’s ideal for those with demanding training schedules, enabling them to manage their time effectively while accessing premium educational resources online.
Blended Learning: Combining the advantages of online and in-person instruction, this method provides the flexibility of virtual classes along with the engaging, hands-on interaction of traditional classroom experiences. Students benefit from independent study while maintaining personal connections with teachers and peers.
Evening School: Tailored for students who require an alternative schedule, evening classes provide a dynamic option for balancing academics with daytime commitments, such as training or personal development. This program ensures the same academic rigor, taught at times that accommodate diverse lifestyles and responsibilities.
These flexible options empower students to create a balanced and fulfilling educational journey, particularly for those pursuing excellence in both academics and athletics.
We are proud to host elite and world-class athletes following an accredited curriculum such as the International Baccalaureate, Spanish Baccalaureate, or American High School Diploma while training in tennis, football, windsurfing, and more at the highest level.
Access to the best international universities, including over 20 of the top 1% ranked universities worldwide.

Teaching approach of the school

SEIS' teachers’ mission is to teach children to learn. The joy of learning is key to educate the minds and hearts for success in our changing world and our ever-evolving global society.

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Why choose Socrates Educa?

Early Years | Ages 1 to 6

Early childhood education is crucial for their future. At the Socrates Educa, children, curious by nature, will have a stimulating flexible and international learning environment, capable of adapting to their needs and rhythms of development. With international teachers and total immersion in English, through project-based learning, children learn with joy and curiosity about what interests them, what challenges them, in their own peer group and in flexible inter-age groups alike.

The English language learning project enables children to learn pre-writing naturally and curiously only in English, with the same ease that he/she would have in his/her native language.

Learning activities foster the child´s overall development through logical mathematical and scientific, psychomotor, communicative, artistic activities, etc.

Primary | Ages 6 to 11

At Socrates Educa, we are committed to educating responsible, autonomous, creative, enterprising people and leaders. To achieve this, in secondary school, our pedagogical system finds the perfect balance between the four key areas of knowledge: science, technology, humanities and art, along with physical activity and sport.

Students take part in discussions, carry out group projects and cooperative work, at school and outside school. Robotics, programming and laboratory practices are common activities. We encourage the value of speech, oral and written expression, and the ability to deliver presentations.

We are an active school that fosters a lively and diverse school year, with countless opportunities for learning and development during thematic weeks, such as Grandparents’ Week, Science Week, Maths Week, Literary Week and Sports Week.

Secondary | Ages 11 to 16

DUAL DIPLOMA (AMERICAN BACCALAUREATE)
Socrates also offers the Dual Diploma®" (American Baccalaureate). Students can broaden their educational and international experience. This baccalaureate can be started from ESO2 and up to BAT1/IB1.

Baccalaureate | Ages 16 to 18

INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE
The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) is aimed at students aged 16 to 19 with a view to educating students with a breadth and depth of knowledge, while helping them grow in their physical, intellectual, emotional and ethical dimensions. The IBDP also requires students to take subjects in various areas of knowledge, in order to foster the student´s holistic development.

NATIONAL BACCALAUREATE
The National Baccalaureate goes beyond merely preparing for the University Entrance Exams. Our goal is to educate academically prepared students that also know how to confidently deal with a range of communicative situations in any of the school´s three vehicular languages: Catalan, Spanish and English.

AMERICAN BACCALAUREATE
Socrates also offers the Dual Diploma (American Baccalaureate) which is 100% online.

Our Campus

Conceived by the architect Josep Benedito and the RQP studio, the Socrates Educa International School is one of the country´s most modern schools whose design responds to the new pedagogical model that inspires it.

It has been designed to hold up to 1,200 students in its 30,000 m2 of school grounds and more than 8,000 m2 of facilities, which include, in addition to classrooms, a canteen and kitchen areas, a library, study rooms, gym, the Forum, a versatile function room, the office and reception area, workshops, music laboratories, art, robotics, technology, biology, physics and chemistry, indoor and outdoor sports area, gardens and a vegetable patches.

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