Spain, Valencia
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The school follows the British Curriculum with stages EYFS (3 to 5 years), Primary (5 to 11), Secondary (11 to 16), and International Baccalaureate (16 to 18). It emphasizes critical, creative, and collaborative thinking as part of its educational approach.
Extracurricular activities include music, drama, and piano; dance (classical, urban, rhythmic).
Multilingualism is a pillar of the education model. German is taught as a second language every day, and an English immersion approach is supported by Total English Teaching.
SIS Clubs offer lunchtime and after-school activities: physical activities such as basketball, football, karate, skating, acro, and dance; creativity activities like music and drama; and skills development including chess, robotics, cooking, and origami.
Integral Leadership is a pillar of education. The House System is inspired by Ernest Shackleton's expeditions.
Wellbeing is supported through a focus on nutrition, movement and rest, and balancing work with family life, including time with family.
Shackleton International School is a British-affiliated institution offering the National Curriculum of England and Wales, with Cambridge IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme for ages 16 to 18. The school serves students aged 3 to 18 in Foundation Stage, Primary and Secondary, and is an IB World School. A German Curriculum supports multilingualism, with German taught daily and English immersion through Total English Teaching. The campus includes dedicated classrooms, laboratories, a STEAM area and a recently upgraded IT room; the science labs support hands-on experiments. The library supports reading and research, while a gym with a climbing wall, an auditorium, a rooftop for breaks and matches, and a dining hall enhance campus life. Extracurriculars include a Summer School for ages 3–15 and activities in performing arts, sports, and academics. The House System, inspired by Ernest Shackleton, reinforces leadership and collaboration throughout the school. Wellbeing and community engagement are central features.