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Wingate School

Spain, Tenerife

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Language Provision

Language learning opportunities and multilingual education

Language Provision

English is the language of instruction. Spanish is a First Language for native Spanish speakers and a Foreign Language for others; French is offered as a Foreign Language. In Years 7–9, Spanish Social Science is taught in English; in Years 10–11, Spanish Social Science is taught in Spanish for Spanish-national students; French and Spanish are offered as Foreign Languages to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills.

Bilingual Teaching

The language of instruction is English and Spanish is taught as a second language. The school uses native English-speaking teachers for immersion in English; four full-time native Spanish teachers teach Spanish as a second language with up to five classes per week. Foundation ages are 3–5; Primary ages are 5–11; Secondary ages are 11–16; Sixth Form ages are 16+. The school identifies bilingual English–Spanish development as a key aim.

Immersion Programs

Students are immersed in English across the school environment; English immersion is central to learning. Four full-time native Spanish teachers teach Spanish as a second language with up to five classes weekly to support language development.

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees €5,236 - 8,316
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 547
Type Co-educational
Opened 1982
Bus Service Yes

Wingate School is an independent, English-speaking campus in Cabo Blanco, Arona, Tenerife, Spain, educating 3-18 year olds within the British National Curriculum. The school delivers IGCSEs in English, English Literature, Mathematics, Spanish and Biology, with electives such as Geography, History, Physics, Chemistry, French and IT, and offers three International Advanced Level qualifications and additional options like the Pearson Extended Project Qualification. Instruction is in English for a diverse international intake, many of whom are non-native speakers. The campus combines modern classrooms equipped with large touchscreen boards with Chromebooks and Google Classroom, supported by AI coordinators, and features science labs, outdoor learning spaces, a Butterfly Conservatory and a Green Park recreation area. Facilities include a basketball court and an indoor theatre, with sustainability features such as solar panels and LED lighting. Wingate's strong exam results, international awards and a broad program of clubs underpin opportunities for higher education and global careers.

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