Spain, Malaga
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Families stay connected through regular communication, building a strong bond of trust and partnership between school and home. Weekly summaries from the classroom guide, three yearly one-on-one meetings, and quarterly progress reports keep families informed and involved. Parents are invited to regular meetings, workshops, and individual follow-ups to strengthen the home–school connection. Monthly Learning Walks connect classroom projects with the wider world, and Extracurricular Activities expand opportunities beyond traditional academic learning.
International Montessori School Sotogrande offers a bilingual, child-centered education in a welcoming Andalusia setting. The school follows a Montessori curriculum across four stages: Nido (0–18 months), Infant Community (18 months–3 years), Children's House (3–6 years), and Lower and Upper Elementary (6–12 years). Accredited by NEASC and AMI and authorized by Junta de Andalucía, IMS combines Montessori practice with international standards and local requirements. Students learn through hands-on, project-based exploration in math, language, science, art, and history, with instruction delivered in English and Spanish. Classrooms are prepared environments guided by trained Montessori professionals, fostering autonomy, collaboration, and social responsibility. The campus supports wellbeing with yoga, mindfulness, and emotional education, and offers on-site pediatric care via KidsCare. Monthly Learning Walks connect classroom topics to the real world; weekly updates and periodic parent meetings strengthen home–school partnership. A Rainbow Team and diverse after-school offerings ensure inclusive learning and holistic development for every child.