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Spain, Malaga
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The school follows the Swedish curriculum and offers preschool (3-5) and primary education (F–6). It extends the timetable to include English and Spanish from early years. Upper levels are studied via Sofia Distans for högstadiet (grades 7–9) and Hermods Distansgymnasium for gymnasium, with trained teachers supervising throughout the school day. The school emphasizes holistic education, balancing academic progress with personal development, creativity and social responsibility.
The school supports artistic expression with activities in art, music and crafts, and offers practical subjects such as woodwork, sewing and home economics with dedicated spaces for these subjects. Students have opportunities to engage in creative pursuits as part of a well-rounded education.
Spanish and English are introduced from preschool, with extended timetables for both languages. All lessons are conducted in Swedish, with Spanish and English taught as language courses; multilingual staff support language learning. The school participates in Spanish culture and works to integrate into the local community while maintaining Swedish and Spanish traditions.
The school fosters a strong sense of community and a positive social climate, with professional and engaged staff. After-school care runs from 15:00 to 17:00 and a range of activities such as padel, programming, dance, jujutsu and language clubs are offered. Regular discos and outdoor activities encourage social interaction and provide opportunities for pursuing interests outside class.
The school participates in local community activities and collaborates with nearby schools to experience Spanish culture and society. It has zero tolerance for bullying and follows an action plan to prevent all forms of discrimination and harassment. The school emphasizes values, inclusion and integration within the community.
The staff are professional and engaged, with low turnover and a stable teaching team. Leadership is responsive, flexible and development‑oriented. The school has over 20 years of experience running a Swedish school in Spain and follows Swedish pedagogy and the Swedish curriculum under Skolverket, with Spanish integration as a key feature.
The campus sits in a beautiful natural area near Puerto Banús, with a garden, a pool, three padel courts, an artificial turf football pitch and large play areas, plus a nearby park and beach within walking distance. The school day typically runs 09:00–15:00, with after‑school care 15:00–17:00 and a variety of outdoor and aquatic activities, including swimming lessons during pool season (May–October). Lunch is provided by Sana Catering, offering nutritious meals.
Svenska Skolan Marbella is a Swedish international school in Marbella offering preschool (ages 3–5) and primary education up to year F–6 on site, with distance learning for secondary grades (7–9 via Sofia Distans and gymnasium via Hermods Distansgymnasium) under teacher supervision. The campus follows the Swedish curriculum under Skolverket and is approved by the Junta de Andalucía. Founded in 2003, it sits in La Alzambra/Nueva Andalucía near Puerto Banús, with facilities that include a garden, pool, three padel courts, an artificial turf football pitch and outdoor spaces. English and Spanish are extended into daily life and the timetable includes extra language time. Swedish pedagogy informs teaching across ages. The school day runs 09:00–15:00 with after-school care 15:00–17:00. With around 200 pupils, it is one of Skolverket's 14 approved Swedish schools. Multilingual staff support language learning; the community emphasizes inclusion and anti-bullying. The campus is near a park and the beach.
