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Spain, Almeria
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The school focuses on social and emotional development within a prepared Montessori environment. It emphasises autonomy, self-esteem, self-control, and cooperation. Mixed-age classrooms support learning from peers, and hands-on activities promote concentration and engagement. Personal, social and emotional development is integrated into daily routines, helping children develop independence and resilience. The environment is physically and emotionally safe, respectful, and stimulating, fostering belonging and collaborative learning.
The school is inclusive and welcomes all children, providing for their individual needs. It offers small class sizes with a low student-to-teacher ratio to support personalised attention. The educational team includes UK-qualified teachers and AMI-trained Montessori guides who support diverse learners. The school follows the British Education System and the Early Years Foundation Stage, with an emphasis on addressing each child's needs. The inclusive approach aims to help every child realise their potential within a British-style framework.
The curriculum is taught in English, and compulsory Spanish subjects are taught in Spanish. English is the main language of instruction across the curriculum. In primary, core subjects are taught in English while Spanish is a mandatory subject taught in Spanish.
The school provides a physically and emotionally safe, respectful, and stimulating environment. Wellbeing is supported through a nurturing, peaceful atmosphere that encourages children to participate and express themselves. The prepared environment and focus on individual development foster concentration, confidence, and security in learning.
Safety, respect, and inclusion are fundamental values of the school. The environment promotes solidarity, peace, and tolerance, ensuring children feel secure to explore and learn. The school emphasises safeguarding through its safe, supportive community and emphasis on positive social interactions.
Montessori School Almería offers a distinctive blend of British education and AMI Montessori pedagogy for children aged 2 to 12. English is the main language of instruction, with Spanish taught by qualified teachers. The Primary program follows the English National Curriculum alongside Montessori approaches. Classrooms are multi-age, with small sizes—about 20 children per 2 educators—and a British-qualified class teacher supported by an AMI Montessori guide in primary, plus English-speaking specialists for PE, Music, Spanish and French. The timetable runs Monday to Friday, with organic lunch and after-school activities. Facilities include a sea-side setting, outdoor play spaces, sports courts, skate ramps, and a garden with composting and recycling. The program covers English, Mathematics, Sciences, History, Geography, Art, Design and Technology, Languages (Spanish, French), Music and Physical Education. The school emphasizes learning at each child's pace in a close, family-friendly community, with workshops and events for families.
