Spain, Valencia
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English is the vehicular language. German is taught daily. Spanish and Valencian are taught as part of the curriculum; Valencian is introduced in Year 3 for native Spanish speakers and is a co-official language of the region. French is introduced in Year 5. Spanish is compulsory under Spanish government regulations; language immersion is pursued through practical, contextualized projects.
Language immersion through practical and contextualized projects.
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.