Welcome to SEK International School Atlántico.
It is a pleasure to welcome you to our community, which over more than three decades has grown into one of Spain’s leading international schools and the only school in Galicia authorised to deliver the three International Baccalaureate (IB) programmes — PYP, MYP and Diploma. We have achieved outstanding academic results, including top IB marks and top rankings nationally and in Europe.
As we begin this school year, we are committed to quality education grounded in flexibility, responsibility, teamwork and collaborative learning. Our educational model prioritises internationalism, bilingualism, STEAM, 21st-century skills, technology, and personalised support, while also caring for the emotional wellbeing of every member of our community.
None of this would be possible without the dedication of our teaching and administrative teams, who place students at the centre of everything we do. We are deeply grateful for the trust that families place in us, and we are committed to supporting the full academic and personal development of each child.
To those families joining us and those considering our school, we invite you to connect with us and discover the unique educational experience that defines SEK Atlántico.
| Number of students |
653 |
| Number of nationalities represented in the school |
18 |
| Most common nationality |
Spanish |
| Ratio of local students to international students |
95% local students 5% international students |
| Native English and Spanish speaking teachers |
Native or international with command of the language and accreditations |
| Language support for students not fluent in English and Spanish |
Yes |
| Additional language classes offered by the school |
French and Galician language |
| Max. number of students per class |
• Child education: 20 students
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| Average number of students per class |
22 |
| Does the school employ teaching assistants? |
Yes |
| Use of technology in the classroom |
Technology is used constantly in the classroom. |
| Is the school ready to use virtual classrooms when needed? (e.g. teaching lessons online during emergencies) |
We work with a HyFlex model and we have incorporated high resolution 360º cameras with mobile tripods, microphones, receivers and SMART screens in all classrooms to teach classes in person or remotely. |
| Do students practice religion at the school? What religion? |
Yes.
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| How does the school accommodate non-religious students or students of a different religion? |
Because, in addition to religion, we have civic education as an option. |
| External examinations or assessments available |
Language exams: Cambridge and Alliance Française
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| Results in these examinations |
Excellent results, all years, in Cambridge exams
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| Do teachers assign homework to their students? |
Yes |
| Approximate hours of homework given |
Half an hour or an hour depending their age. |
| Percentage of students who pursue further education post-graduation |
Between 98% and 100% |
| Dedicated staff/programs for students with special learning needs |
Yes |
| Learning support offered |
Specific workshops to improve reading and writing, attention, social skills, verbal and numerical logical reasoning. Students have technological, manipulative resources…, incorporating gamification in the methodology and attending to their different learning styles. |
| The school supports gifted, able and talented students |
The Guidance Department guides teachers to detect posible cases of gifted and talented students and guides them in the development of Enrichment Programs. At the same time, it guides families to accompany and guide them during their children’s schooling. At School, the Renzulli Model is followed. The School Counselors carry out Enrichment Workshops in the classroom to encourage creativity and help students find emotional balance. |
| Student access to education psychologist |
Two psychologists, one for infant and primary and one for secondary and high school |
| Entry evaluation for students |
Yes |
| Brief description of entry evaluation required |
Nursery school: interview with the family
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| Waiting list |
Yes |
| Deadline for registration (new academic year) |
No deadline |
| Students can join after academic year begins |
Yes, it depends on the age. In nursery school throughout the year and the rest of the students until the month of January unless it is an exceptional case. |
| School start time |
9:30 a.m |
| School finish time |
5.30 p.m. |
| Supervised care before/after school |
Yes |
| School bus service available |
Yes, 12 routes |
| School provided lunches |
Yes, food and snack |
| Food alternatives for special dietary needs (ie. vegan, kosher, halal etc) |
Yes, we adapt to any intolerance or allergy |
| Uniform required |
Yes |
| Extracurricular activities or clubs offered |
Guitar, violin, piano, percussion, dance, rhythmic gymnastics, figure skating, robotics, morning care, football, fencing, swimming, volleyball, paddle tennis, choir. |
| Sports activities included |
Gymnastics |
| Sports teams or sport competitions available for students |
Yes, football, fencing and volleyball |
| Facilities at the school |
Library, maker space, laboratory, music and film room, psychomotricity classroom |
| Sports facilities at the school |
Indoor sports center and gym, courts for basketball, football, volleyball, mini basketball court, green areas. |
| Qualities and characteristics best defining the school |
We are a private, secular school, the only international one in the province of Pontevedra.
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| Teaching approach of the school |
The strategic areas and actions for the SEK schools, will focus on the agreed strategic areas in the Future Learning Model (FLM) , which was the result of a collaborative process involving people from across the SEK schools and the wider SEK community.
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The teaching team aims to make every day an exciting experience full of new sensations.
• Early childhood education
• Bilingual immersion from 4 months old with a school day in English
• Develop creativity and emotional intelligence
• Individual attention (pastoral and academic) that respects the pace and age group of each child
• Planning and evaluation of activities based on Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences
The International Baccalaureate® (IB) Primary Years Programme integrated into the national curriculum.
• Teachers motivate and guide students to play the leading role in their own learning and so that they can become lifelong independent learners.
• Develop research and discovery skills both inside and outside the classroom.
• Linguistic and international immersion: 45% of the school day in English.
• Starting from year 3 of Primary Education the study of a third language: French.
• Active, sympathetic, respectful and collaborative students, with the ability to participate in their surroundings.
Secondary Education – The Middle Years Programme (MYP) integrated into the national curriculum.
• Development of creative, critical and reflective thinking.
• Students with an international mindset.
• Teachers guide each student’s learning process.
• Intelligent Classrooms allow for flexible ways of working: individualised and in teams.
• Improvement and consolidation of communication, verbal and writing skills in English and French.
We train individuals who are focussed on learning, responsible and well-balanced, who can make practical connections between their studies and the real world when it comes to solving problems.
SEK-Atlantico students can choose between doing the LOMCE (Spanish) Baccalaureate or the International Baccalaureate®
The Diploma Programme is a two year course. The students who take it are recognised for both the LOMCE Baccalaureate and the baccalaureate final evaluation examination.
• Recognised by the most prestigious universities in Spain and overseas, it is a rigorous programme that prepares students to face successfully the professional and personal challenges of the 21st century.
• It encourages the student’s international mindset, independent research work, critical thinking and prepares them for the world and for multiculturalism from a global perspective.
• The IB® Diploma Programme educates and encourages students to be sympathetic people who, at both a local and global level, act and collaborate to achieve a better and fairer world.
Innovation in learning spaces is one of the constants at the SEK Education Group. Flexible spaces allow teacher and student collaboration and team work.
SEK-Atlantico covers an 6,000m2 of buildings and 7,000m2 of open air recreational and sports areas, supplemented with a covered sports pavilion. In 2012 the Nursery School was opened, covering an area of 2,000m2 and with a unique and pioneering architectural design, for children younger than 3 years of age.
At SEK-Atlantico the space within the school and the location of the centre serve the centre’s learning objectives, ensuring that students feel comfortable and obtain the greatest benefits for their development.
We’re delighted that you’re considering SEK International School Atlántico for your child’s education.
Please call or email our Admissions team, with any questions.
We’re looking forward to answering all of your questions and welcoming your family to our school.
