Spain, Asturias
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STEAM extracurricular activities focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics. They nurture students' interest in these fields and develop problem-solving, critical thinking, creativity and collaboration. Examples include robotics clubs, coding workshops and graphic design courses. These activities complement formal education and empower students to explore and excel in STEAM disciplines.
Music is offered through an authorised Elementary School of Music with instruments including piano, violin, viola, cello, transverse flute, clarinet and guitar. The center is accredited for the preparation of ABRSM exams. Dance is available as Ballet and Aerobics, and there are also singing, choreography and movement activities. These programs support creative expression and personal development.
Students learn languages during the school day as part of the curriculum, but extracurricular language classes enable students to continue learning new languages or to improve those already taught. These language offerings support ongoing practice and progression beyond the timetable. They help promote intercultural understanding and global communication.
Sports are offered as part of extracurricular activities. They promote social interaction and teamwork and help build values such as respect, responsibility, effort and companionship. Students can practice Basketball, Judo, Soccer, Handball and Skating. These activities contribute to physical development and well-being.
Beyond academics, extracurricular activities promote wellbeing by fostering social interaction, time management and enjoyment. They build a sense of community and emotional resilience through teamwork and shared goals. The school prioritizes activities that promote positive values, supportive relationships and a healthy, active lifestyle.
Colegio Internacional Meres is a private Asturian centre in Meres, Asturias, delivering the IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) alongside elements of the Spanish national curriculum for learners from early childhood through secondary education. The school serves students from ages 3 to 18 and emphasizes critical thinking, self-discipline and teamwork to develop multidisciplinary, global and resilient individuals. Founded in 1966, Meres International School is the only private Asturian centre officially accredited as an IB World School and was among the first in Spain to achieve this status. The campus sits in a natural environment with over 150,000 square metres of sports facilities and 9,000 square metres of classrooms and learning spaces. Facilities include an Agora classroom for oral activities, an Art & Creativity area, science laboratories for Physics & Chemistry and Biology & Geology, plus Early Childhood spaces designed for active learning. A four-week Meres Sport Campus and a broad range of STEAM and arts activities enrich the year round curriculum. The school combines IB with the Spanish curriculum to provide a high-quality global education and uses a teacher-led, inquiry-based approach across programmes.