Spain, Valencia
Let the school know you're thinking of applying — they can share their prerequisites and help you through the process.
It's best to ask — circumstances can change at any time.
Languages taught are Spanish and English. English is the language of instruction for all learning, with Spanish, Mathematics and Religion taught in some subjects. Nursery children spend more than half a day in English with native or bilingual teachers and learn to read and write with Jolly Phonics. In Middle School and High School, English is consolidated in small groups to support Cambridge certificates, and Edelweiss is an Addvantage member and a British Council examination centre.
The school offers a bilingual Spanish-English program. English is taught at a bilingual level with teachers specialized in teaching English to Spanish-speakers. The vast majority of students leave with a Cambridge-certified Advanced level (C1).
At least 50% of time spent at the school is immersed in English, with native or fully bilingual teachers. A high percentage of 2nd Bachillerato students finish with Cambridge certificates (C1 and C2).
Edelweiss School is a private Catholic bilingual school in Valencia, serving ages 2 to 18. It offers a Catholic, bilingual Spanish–English education with a bespoke curriculum from nursery through Bachillerato. In Nursery, children spend most of the day in English with native or bilingual teachers and learn to read and write with Jolly Phonics. In Primary, most subjects are taught in English; Spanish, Mathematics and Religion are taught in Spanish. English remains the language of instruction across learning, guiding project work. In Secondary and Bachillerato, Cambridge exam preparation and small-group university guidance are emphasized. The school is an Addvantage member and an examination centre for the British Council; many graduates achieve Cambridge C1+/C2. The Campo Olivar campus in Godella features a 15,000 m2 garden, an integrated chapel, an outdoor pool, six sports courts, a science laboratory, and a kitchen serving daily meals. Extracurriculars include debate, choir, and chess for all.