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Guadalupe Sánchez Ruiz
School Principal
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Taught languages French, German
Typical class size 21
Strengths Sport, STEM, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
SEK International School Alborán is an international school in Almerimar, El Ejido, offering the IB programmes (PYP, MYP and DP) integrated with the Spanish curriculum for ages 0–18. Nursery begins at four months, emphasizing English-language immersion and the development of talent, creativity and emotional intelligence. The school is the only IB-authorised institution in Almería. SEK Education Group has over 130 years of history, operates more than 10 schools worldwide and serves thousands of day students from over 80 nationalities. Alborán campus spans 28,000 m2 with dedicated buildings for each stage, including a heated pool, gym and multi-sport courts, Intelligent Classrooms, science labs, a theatre, a dance studio, and a library with 10,000 titles and 25,000 volumes, plus robotics and BYOD. Day runs 08:30–18:00; the campus supports English immersion and exchanges, with languages such as French and German. In 2023, DP achieved consistently a 100% pass rate above the global average.
Nursery | Preschool | Primary education | Secondary education | Baccalaureate – Diploma Programme; Educational stages from 4 months to 18 years.
Type
Private international school.
Fees
Overview
- SEK International School Alborán is a private, day International Baccalaureate school serving ages 0–18. The school does not publish a public, itemised fee schedule by year group or term on its public information pages.
Application / Registration fee
- The school requires payment to secure an offered place; the admissions policy makes an offer conditional on payment of the corresponding fees within the stated deadline. A specific, published application or registration amount for SEK Alborán is not listed publicly. Parents receive the precise registration/enrolment amount at the point of offer.
Tuition fees (by school year / per term)
- No publicly available, itemised table of tuition fees per year group, per term or per academic year is published on the school's public pages. The school issues a personalised fee schedule that lists tuition by year group and by term/annual total when an offer is made. Reported third‑party summaries place SEK‑Alborán within a mid/high range for private international schools in Spain, but exact, binding tuition amounts for each year group must be provided in the school's formal offer.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is billed on an instalment basis. SEK group admissions guidance states that tuition fees are payable on a monthly instalment schedule (10 instalments per year) and that an offer of a place is conditional on payment of the corresponding fees by the offer deadline. The admissions policy also requires written notice of withdrawal at least one term in advance. Exact instalment dates, deadlines and late‑payment terms are specified in the enrolment/fee documents issued with the school's offer.
Boarding fees (if applicable)
- SEK Alborán provides day‑school services (meals, transport, uniforms, medical services) and does not list boarding or residential accommodation among its services. Boarding is therefore not applicable at this campus and there are no boarding fees.
Other costs and typical additional charges
- Meals: On‑site catering is provided; meal service is managed by the school and will be charged in addition to tuition according to the school's fee schedule for meals. Menus and special dietary attention are organised by the school.
- Transport: A school transport service operates multiple routes covering the area; use of these routes is charged as an additional service. Exact route and monthly/term prices are set by the school.
- Uniforms and sports kit: Uniforms are available for purchase through the designated uniform supplier and are an additional cost.
- Optional/voluntary insurance: SEK offers an optional school mutual insurance product that can cover fees and complementary services in specific circumstances; acceptance and level of cover are optional and will involve a separate premium.
- Extracurricular and enrichment activities: Some curricular enrichment, extracurricular activities, international academic stays and specialised workshops may carry additional fees. The availability and cost of optional programmes vary by year and activity.
Refunds and cancellation / withdrawal
- The group admissions guidance requires families to provide at least one term's written notice of withdrawal. Fees already paid for registration/enrolment are typically treated according to the school's contractual terms; programmes run by the group (e.g., short courses and international experiences) show a practice of non‑refund of reservation/enrolment amounts except when the school cancels the activity. The school's formal enrolment contract or offer letter sets out the exact refund and cancellation rules that apply to tuition, registration payments and ancillary services.
Fee payment options and administrative payment details
- The enrolment and administrative forms used by the SEK group include bank account details fields and the group routinely processes payments by bank transfer and by direct debit arrangements; the school's admissions documentation and the formal offer specify the accepted payment methods (bank transfer/direct debit and any card options) and the account to which payments should be made. Payment timing rules (payment within the offer deadline) are set out in the admissions policy.
Summary of findings (brief)
- The school provides clear statements of services, billing practice (instalments) and contractual rules, but it does not publish a public, itemised fee table by year group and term on its public pages. Detailed numerical amounts for application/registration, tuition per year‑group, per‑term billing totals, meal and transport prices, and specific payment methods are provided to families in the school's formal offer and enrolment documentation rather than on the public pages.
Academics
SEK International School Alborán teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 0.5 to 18.
Curriculum
Nursery Education starts from four months to six years, with an innovative educational model based on early stimulation, English language immersion and development of talent, creativity and emotional intelligence. The school teaches the three International Baccalaureate programmes from 3 to 18 years, integrated into the Spanish curriculum. Preschool and Primary Education follow the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for 3-12 years; Secondary Education follows the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for 12-16 years; and the Diploma Programme (DP) for 16-18 years. The school offers full English-language immersion and bilingual Spanish/English education, and is the only school in Almería authorised to teach the IB programmes. In 2023, the IB Diploma Programme achieved a 100% pass rate with scores significantly above the global average. The school covers all educational stages from 4 months to 18 years.
Exam Results
IB Diploma Programme 2024 statistics show SEK-Alborán students averaged 34.65 points; 7 of 16 students scored more than 40 points, with over 40% achieving above 40 points.
Higher Education Progression
Graduates have access to international universities.
Gifted and Talented
Comprehensive Talent Development focuses on intelligence development and giftedness; SEK Education Group supports gifted and talented students with a holistic, differentiated approach aimed at developing each student's abilities to the fullest.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Guidance Department looks after all students from Preschool to Baccalaureate and provides counselling with families. It offers individual attention with prevention, evaluation and intervention in the student's learning process. Careers advice is available for students from Obligatory Secondary Education onwards, including a Staff member for a day programme and a Universities Fair attended by national and international universities. Three-monthly sessions on adolescence, communications, prevention and new technologies are provided to support student development. The School for Parents offers guidance sessions for families and International University Entrance Guidance assists with choosing and entering international universities.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Counselling and learning-support are provided for all students from Preschool to Baccalaureate, with individual attention and prevention, evaluation and intervention in the learning process. Careers advice is offered for students from Obligatory Secondary Education onwards, including the Staff member for a day programme and a Universities Fair. The School for Parents provides quarterly sessions on adolescence, communications, prevention and new technologies, while International University Entrance Guidance supports choosing and entering international universities.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Full English-language immersion and bilingual Spanish/English education are provided. Nursery Education emphasizes English-language immersion. The school offers English-language instruction across the educational stages and its IB programme continuum aligns with English-language instruction. SEK Alborán features full English-language immersion and a bilingual approach in its education.
Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through the Guidance Department's counselling services for all students and families. It provides individual attention with prevention, evaluation and intervention in the learning process. There are three-monthly sessions for parents on adolescence, communications, prevention and new technologies. Careers guidance and International University Entrance Guidance assist with planning the next steps and reducing anxiety around transitions.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Request information via the web, email or telephone. Limited places are available. The information exchange provides general guidance and next steps for applicants. Additional information may be provided to clarify the process.
2. If you like, arrange a visit to the school with the admissions department. A visit helps families understand the environment and meet staff. Questions about the program, facilities and preparation can be addressed during the visit. Scheduling details are provided during initial contact.
3. Arrange interview and entrance test: The admission and documentation process is done through MY SEK Admissions. When families apply for the admission test, essential information is required to create access to the platform. You will receive instructions on how to complete the online components. The Admissions team will explain next steps.
4. Tutors receive login details to upload the necessary documents before the interview. Required documents include identity documents for both parents and students, birth certificates and marks or reports from the previous academic year. An online interview is available if the student cannot attend on-site tests. Other documents vary by academic cycle and are detailed in MYSEK Admissions. The Admissions Committee will issue the final decision.
Scholarships
SEK Excellence Scholarships to study the SEK university baccalaureate through the Diploma Programme (IB) at one of seven SEK authorised schools, including SEK Alborán. SEK Scholarships for Sports Performance for students with a good sports curriculum who represent the school or club and continue training at SEK International Schools. SEK Scholarships for Sporting Talent for students with the best sports and/or academic talent and results. Maria de Villotta Scholarship for Personal Effort providing students the chance to study at SEK Ciudalcampo. Felipe Segovia Award to Best SEK Student to study the SEK university baccalaureate, through the Diploma Programme, at one of seven authorised schools, or to study any form of Baccalaureate at five authorised schools. As part of SEK Education Group, Camilo José Cela University also offers grants and financial aid.
FAQs
What age range does SEK-Alboran serve?
The school serves ages 0 to 18, from nursery (4 months) through to the IB Diploma Programme. It is the only IB-authorised school in Almeria province.
What curriculum does the school follow?
SEK-Alboran offers all three IB programmes: PYP, MYP and Diploma Programme, integrated with the Spanish curriculum. The 2024 DP cohort averaged 34.65 points with over 40% scoring above 40.
How large is the campus?
The campus covers 28,000 square metres in the Almerimar district of El Ejido, with dedicated buildings for each educational stage and modern sports and academic facilities.
What sports facilities are available?
A covered pavilion, gymnasium, heated swimming pool, multi-sports courts, athletics area and taekwondo classroom. The extensive installations support a comprehensive physical education programme.
What languages are taught?
Bilingual Spanish/English education with full English immersion from nursery. French and German are offered as additional languages. The school is a Cambridge exams centre and Alliance Francaise centre.
Does the school have a guidance department?
Yes. The Guidance Department supports all students from Preschool to Baccalaureate with counselling, learning support, career advice and a universities fair attended by national and international institutions.
How many students attend?
Around 730 students attend SEK-Alboran, which opened in 1999 and is part of the SEK Education Group with over 130 years of history.
What academic facilities are available?
Intelligent classrooms from secondary onwards, Physics/Chemistry/Biology laboratories, IT classroom, technology and robotics lab, music rooms, visual arts classrooms, dance studio and theatre space.
Are meals provided?
Yes. Meals are prepared on-site by the school's own kitchen with attention to special dietary needs. Menus are designed by a nutritionist and published quarterly with nutritional analysis.
Does the school support gifted students?
Yes. Comprehensive Talent Development focuses on intelligence development and giftedness, with a holistic approach aimed at developing each student's abilities to the fullest.
Are scholarships available?
Yes. SEK Excellence Scholarships for the IB Diploma Programme and SEK Scholarships for Sports Performance are available at SEK-Alboran.
What are the IB Diploma results?
In 2024, SEK-Alboran students averaged 34.65 points on the IB Diploma. Seven of sixteen students scored more than 40 points, with over 40% achieving above 40.
