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Curriculum Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages English, Spanish
Typical class size 15
Strengths Languages, Academic Enrichment, Sport
Clubs Leadership and Professional, Lifestyle and Wellbeing, Academic and Intellectual
Stages Sixth Form, Senior Secondary School
Introduction
Schellhammer International School is a boutique educational institution located in the tranquil San Roque Club area of Sotogrande. Founded in 2018 by Swiss psychologist and philosopher Dr. Eduard Schellhammer, the school serves students aged 16 and older. It follows the Cambridge Advanced Pathway, preparing pupils for global higher education through AS and A Level qualifications in subjects such as Psychology, Sociology, Economics, and Business.
The campus provides on-site boarding in modern two-bedroom apartments with self-catering facilities, supporting a community representing over 40 nationalities. A distinctive feature of the school is the "Startup Bootcamp," a signature initiative designed to foster entrepreneurship and leadership skills. Additionally, the curriculum incorporates regular meditation sessions and industrial visits, reflecting the founder’s focus on mental clarity and real-world application. This environment allows students to progress either to partner institutions like Schellhammer Business School or to universities worldwide that recognize the Cambridge international standard.
San Roque Golf Club, C. Mesilla del Diente, Centro Comercial, 11360 San Roque, Cádiz, Spain
The Essentials
Schellhammer International School has 40 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English.
Location
Schellhammer International School is located in Sotogrande, Spain. The campus sits in a peaceful and tranquil environment conducive to studying. The location is Centro Comercial San Roque Club, Sotogrande, Spain. The school serves students from Marbella to Gibraltar and beyond.
Stages
Cambridge Advanced Levels (A Levels) program begins at age 16+. Upon successful completion, students can progress to a Bachelor program at Schellhammer Business School or apply to leading universities worldwide that recognize Cambridge International AS & A Level qualifications.
Type
Cambridge International School with on-campus boarding facilities.
Country affiliation
Spain
Fees
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Academics
Schellhammer International School teaches Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 16 to 18.
Curriculum
Cambridge Advanced Pathway followed for ages 16–19, offering Cambridge International AS & A Level qualifications with a two-year program and an option for a one-year AS Level followed by a Foundation Program. Cambridge International AS & A Levels subjects include Travel and Tourism, Sociology, Psychology, Global Perspectives and Research, English Language, Spanish Language, Economics, Economics, and Business, along with Accounting. There are hybrid Cambridge A Level online courses with on-campus tutor support, and additional activities such as Startup Bootcamp, Meditation, and Industrial Visits.
Higher Education Progression
Graduates can progress to a Bachelor degree at Schellhammer Business School or apply to leading universities worldwide that recognise Cambridge International AS & A Levels. There is also an option to complete a one-year AS Level followed by the pre-university Foundation Program at Schellhammer Business School, and students may transfer to partner business schools in France or the UK.
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions are assessed by the Advisory Board on an individual basis. The school looks for highly motivated candidates with a positive attitude and outlook to life, a keen sense of learning and personal growth, and families committed to the school mission and philosophy who would benefit from the Cambridge pathway.
FAQs
What age range does Schellhammer International School serve?
The school serves students aged 16 to 18, focusing exclusively on Sixth Form education. It offers Cambridge Advanced Pathway qualifications in a small, focused environment.
What qualifications can students obtain?
Students can take Cambridge International AS and A Levels across subjects including Psychology, Sociology, Economics, Business, Accounting, Travel and Tourism, English and Spanish Language, and Global Perspectives.
Is boarding available?
Yes. On-campus boarding in Sotogrande includes modern apartments with two-bedroom options and self-catering kitchens. The campus is described as safe and secure with state-of-the-art facilities.
Where is the school located?
In Sotogrande, southern Spain, at the Centro Comercial San Roque Club. The campus is in a peaceful environment and serves students from the Marbella to Gibraltar area and beyond.
How many students attend?
Around 40 students from over 40 nationalities, creating an intimate and genuinely international learning community in Sotogrande.
What progression routes are available after A Levels?
Graduates can progress to a Bachelor degree at Schellhammer Business School or apply to leading universities worldwide. A one-year AS Level followed by a Foundation Programme is also available.
Are hybrid courses available?
Yes. Hybrid Cambridge A Level online courses are offered with on-campus tutor support, providing flexibility in how students access the curriculum.
What is the admissions process?
Admissions are assessed individually by the Advisory Board. The school looks for highly motivated candidates with a positive attitude and families committed to the school's mission and philosophy.
When was the school founded?
Schellhammer International School was founded in 2018 by Dr Eduard Schellhammer. It is a fully accredited Cambridge International School.
What extracurricular opportunities are there?
Students can participate in Startup Bootcamp, which develops entrepreneurship and leadership skills. Meditation is also offered as part of the school's focus on wellbeing in a tranquil environment.
