Spain, Vigo
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Los Sauces Educational Institution began as a pre-school in October 1974 in Colonia El Viso, Madrid. The La Moraleja campus in Madrid opened in September 1981, followed by Pontevedra and Torrelodones in September 1991. The Dublin campus opened in May 1992, and Vigo opened in September 1994. The Vigo campus is located in the municipality of Mos next to the University City of Vigo (CUVI) and offers Pre School, Primary, Secondary and Bachillerato with a capacity of 750 pupils. It is a non-denominational, apolitical, pluralist entity with equal access regardless of race, sex or religion, emphasising mutual respect for different forms of thinking and the fostering of human values, the development of work and study habits and coexistence.
The educational program is bilingual, Spanish and English, and we have native English language teachers. From 4th Primary on, pupils can choose either French or German as a second foreign language and Chinese as an extracurricular activity. The Dublin Programme invites pupils in 5th and 6th Primary, and 1st and 2nd Secondary to spend one month at Bray Centre (Dublin), using English as the sole language for learning. The school collaborates with external organizations such as Banco de Alimentos and Fundación Vicente Ferrer and implements the KIVA anti-bullying program.
Escuela de Padres is listed on the Vigo calendar, indicating a formal program for parental involvement. The school provides channels for parents to contact teachers and supports activities outside standard school hours, including stays on non-school days or summer camps. Parents highlight collaboration with Banco de Alimentos and Fundación Vicente Ferrer and the KIVA anti-bullying program. The News and Events sections highlight international exchanges and collaborations, reflecting active family involvement in broader school activities. Language-focused programs and the Dublin Programme provide language immersion opportunities that involve families.
Los Sauces Vigo is a private bilingual school in Mos, Vigo, beside CUVI. It serves students ages 3 to 18, from Early Childhood through Bachillerato, with a campus capacity of 750. The curriculum combines the American Curriculum with the IB Diploma Programme, and the American High School Diploma is offered across campuses. Instruction is bilingual in Spanish and English, with native English teachers. From Primary Year 4, pupils may choose French or German as a second foreign language; Chinese is offered as an extracurricular activity. The Dublin Programme invites 5th and 6th Primary and 1st and 2nd Secondary pupils to Bray Centre, Dublin, for a month, learning in English with native-speaker teachers. The school emphasizes values education, mutual respect, and a no-bullying ethos. Notable strengths include Public Speaking and Debate, emotional intelligence, cooperative learning, and reading development. The campus upholds a non-denominational, apolitical, pluralist ethos with equal access for all.