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Scandinavian School of Madrid

Spain, Madrid

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Extra-Curricular Activities

Clubs, activities, and opportunities to explore interests and passions

Academic and Intellectual

The school offers education from pre-school through high school with two sections: Swedish section (instruction in Swedish) and International section (instruction in English). The International section follows the Cambridge program and teaching is in English. The Swedish section teaches in Swedish, and the pedagogy is based on internationally successful educational methods combined with Scandinavian values, with a focus on helping students think critically and express opinions. The school has about 400 students, with small class sizes, high teacher density, and personalized teaching, and close links between students, staff and families.

Arts and Creative

Music plays a central role across the school. The school has a musical profile that characterizes the entire school, from the youngest to the oldest students. Music fosters cohesion and community among students and staff.

Cultural and Language

The Swedish section uses Swedish as the language of instruction, while the International section uses English. The International section follows the Cambridge program and teaching is in English. Preschool, Primary Education, Secondary education/ESO and Sixth form/Bachillerato are offered in both sections.

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Swedish, English
Fees €6,350 - 14,080
Ages 1 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 400
Type Co-educational
Opened 1944
Bus Service Yes

Scandinavian School of Madrid is a Swedish international day school serving children from 18 months to 18 years. The school operates two sections: a Swedish section where instruction is in Swedish and an International section where instruction is in English. The International section follows the Cambridge curriculum, with preschool through secondary education and a Sixth Form offering Cambridge A-Levels. Cambridge Checkpoints are taken at the end of Year 6 and IGCSE at the end of Year 11. Founded in 1944, the school is a non-profit association of parents and a 400-student community with high teacher density. Music is a feature since 2011, with lessons and concerts that foster community. A courtyard supports activities, and the day allows after-school clubs. The school is accredited by NEASC, a member of CIS, NABSS accredited, and Cambridge Assessment International Education authorized, with Spanish Ministry of Education approval. KiVa and My Happy Mind support student wellbeing.

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