At SEK International Schools we provide personalised attention that allows us to identify the strengths and growth areas of our students from and early ages. We place the child at the centre of the teaching-learning process, highlighting the role of the teacher as facilitator.
We have two cycles of early childhood education: Nursery, for students from 4 months to 3 years of age and Preschool, from 3 years to 6 years of age.
Our educational model provides an all-round education that covers academic, artistic and sporting aspects, as well as personal growth, with a clear focus on the well-being of the entire educational community.
With real immersion in English, we implement the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme from the second cycle of early childhood, preparing our students for independent lifelong learning.
The highly qualified and continually retrained SEK teaching team is in close collaboration and communication with families to report on the development and progress of their children.
To promote exploration, play, socialisation and inquiry, we create warm, welcoming, motivating and bright learning spaces.
An example of this is our Team Learning open spaces, where we work collaboratively. The Sensory Classroom, created to generate an immersive environment in which materials and instruments are incorporated to promote the development of skills, the work of sensations and senses, while the child improves self-knowledge and intrapersonal and interpersonal relationships.
A SEK learning goes beyond the walls, and for that reason, we create outdoor spaces and activities that encourage outdoor inquiry. Through nature, children explore, experiment and develop essential skills such as conflict resolution, creativity and autonomy.
We are proud that Harvard University has recognised our ‘Learning Paths’ methodology as a best practice. These are learning paths through which students learn about the real world in collaboration with local organisations.
Students decide what to explore and observe and how to do it. This methodology represents a collaborative learning approach that involves teaching teams, students, families, connecting the school with the local community.
This approach encourages exploration, discovery and families actively participate in the creation of the paths.
Our students develop in an inclusive environment where each of them feels valued and respected. From early childhood, we offer personalised attention that prioritises emotional balance and comprehensive development, using play, sensory experimentation and children’s literature to foster curiosity, creativity and imagination. We work closely with families to create a loving and safe environment both at home and at school, promoting self-esteem and children’s autonomy through the RULER method from Yale.
Our model places the student at the centre, promoting their ability to choose and take responsibility for their learning. They take centre stage, deciding what and how to learn, with the teacher as a guide.
We promote autonomy and the development of social skills, allowing students to identify their strengths, achievements and development opportunities.
An example of this are the student led conferences, tutorials directed by students where they share their achievements and learning experiences with their parents, demonstrating their control and commitment to their education.
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So they can eat like at home. The meals are prepared by a nutritionist on a weekly basis and there are options adapted to the needs of each child.
We have a complete programme of extracurricular activities so that children can enrich their cultural, artistic and sports training. Classes are taught during school hours.
To facilitate the adaptation process and allow our families to reconcile different aspects of their lives, we have different types of days and extended hours.
We love summer! And that is why we remain open during the month of July, offering our students continuity at school through the SUMMER SEK summer courses so that they can enjoy days full of fun activities.
We have a transport service for children from 15 kg in weight. The coaches are supervised by school professionals and you can follow their progress in real time through the app. All coaches have road safety measures suitable for each age.
The well-being of our students is our priority. Throughout the school day we have a health service, led by a doctor and a nurse who provide primary care.
Learning to be parents is a SEK International Schools initiative in collaboration with Esther Vaquero, journalist and mother of two. Esther chats with some of the foremost experts in education so we can learn about how to accompany our children and overcome day to day challenges.
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The first day of school can be one of the most difficult in a child’s life. It is the day a new stage in their life begins, marked by extensive emotional and cognitive development. This stage is also a great opportunity for us, parents and educators, to provide them with the best learning experiences.
At SEK International Schools we work to create an excellent learning environment in a multilingual environment. Our goal is to enhance each child’s unique abilities by stimulating their interests and passions.
Our team of professionals puts at your disposal a complete brochure with advice for adapting to school that you can download by filling out this form.
Castillo de Manzanares, s/n, Villafranca del Castillo Urb.
28692 Madrid, Spain
Tel: (+34) 900 87 87 98
E-mail: infonuevosalumnos@sek.es
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