Spain, Madrid
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English is the primary language of instruction for the vast majority of classes. The Official Spanish Program provides Spanish-language coursework to satisfy Spanish government requirements. ESL support is available to help students improve their English. The program supports bilingual proficiency development and recognises Spanish titles through homologación processes.
Most classes are taught in English by native English teachers. English as a Second Language classes are offered to students who need support improving their English. The Official Spanish Program is available, providing bilingual proficiency development and additional Spanish-language requirements for students pursuing Spanish credentials.
Integrated Spanish Curriculum for Bilingual Proficiency is the Official Spanish Curriculum. The Official Spanish Program offers students the opportunity to graduate from Judy Sharp with an American High School Diploma while meeting the requirements for the Spanish Titulo de la ESO and Titulo de Bachillerato. Spanish-language courses include Cultura española (Geografía e Historia) and Lengua Castellana y Literatura for 1º ESO–4º ESO. Depending on prior transcripts, additional subjects may be required to meet the Spanish government credit requirements.
Judy Sharp International School in Madrid is a private, non-profit American school serving students aged 11 to 18. It operates as an independent, co-educational day school with a bilingual emphasis. The curriculum is an accredited American program, and the school plans to offer AP courses in the future. A distinctive feature is Personalized Bilingual Education, enabling students to graduate with an American High School Diploma while also meeting Spanish ESO and Bachillerato requirements through the Official Spanish Program. Class sizes are small, with about four students per teacher, allowing individualized guidance and growth assessment. The school emphasizes project-based learning, critical thinking, and discussion-based classes. Students participate in Creative Arts Programs and a range of clubs, such as music, debate, Ukulele, eSports, and Dungeons & Dragons. Community service is integrated through food drives and a spring Walk-A-Thon. The campus supports field trips and learning to connect classroom work with real-world applications.