Spain, Lanzarote
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The Guidance Department offers psycho-pedagogical and psychological support and speech therapy sessions, both in and out of school. These services accompany students' development with experiences that awaken creativity, curiosity and sensitivity while fostering empathy, listening and cooperation. Since the IB programmes are implemented, an open, curious and global mindset is cultivated. The English language is integrated naturally, creating a bilingual environment that broadens abilities from early childhood. The environment is designed to be safe, promoting well-being and harmony for children from six months old.
The Guidance Department offers psycho-pedagogical and psychological support and speech therapy sessions, both in and out of school. These services support students with learning and developmental needs. Psychopedagogy is listed among the school's services, indicating structured student support. The program is designed to be accessible to students as part of the educational model. Inclusion of such services supports diverse learners.
The school is bilingual Spanish-English, with two languages of instruction and several subjects taught in both languages. Spanish-English bilingual education begins in Preschool; German is taught from the second year of Primary Education; Mandarin Chinese begins in the third year of Primary Education. Language proficiency is internationally recognized as vital and opens opportunities academically, professionally and personally. The Language Programme helps students acquire language skills for success in the 21st century, using IB language objectives and the Spanish curriculum as guiding frameworks. English language examinations are available through Cambridge ESOL, with Movers and Flyers, PET, First Certificate, Advanced and IELTS offered, and B2 English attainment targeted.
The Guidance Department provides psycho-pedagogical and psychological support and speech therapy sessions, in and out of school. Development experiences awaken creativity, curiosity and sensitivity while fostering empathy, listening and cooperation. IB programmes and a bilingual environment support emotional growth and resilience. The school's environment and staff prioritize student well-being and emotional development. Access to counseling and therapy supports ongoing mental well-being for students.
The Guidance Department provides psycho-pedagogical and psychological support and speech therapy, indicating safeguarding and welfare support. From six months old, the school is designed as a second home where safety, well-being and harmony are fundamental. The school emphasizes empathy, listening and cooperation as core values that underpin safeguarding and student welfare. The environment includes protective practices within the IB educational framework and continuous support from counseling staff. Safeguarding is addressed through structured student support services and a safe learning environment.
Arenas International School Lanzarote is a private, bilingual Spanish-English international school offering the International Baccalaureate continuum for ages 3 to 18. The Primary Years Programme (PYP) runs through Preschool and Primary, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) through Secondary, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for the final years. Instruction is delivered in a bilingual approach, with English integrated across the curriculum and several subjects taught in English; in Primary, students begin studying French, German and Chinese. The school emphasizes inquiry-based, internationally minded learning aligned with IB guidelines and active learning across every stage. Founded in 1995 as Colegio Arenas Internacional, AIS Lanzarote sits on modern grounds with bright classrooms, expansive gardens, and dedicated spaces. A 2017 Aqua & Sports Centre adds an indoor sports hall and pool. VR, Wi‑Fi and interactive whiteboards are integrated throughout. Facilities include laboratories, a library, a vegetable garden, and flexible learning spaces to support bilingual, tech‑enabled education.