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MULTIPLE CHOICE
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OR expat parents newly arrived on the Costa del Sol, choosing the right school can be a bit of a puzzle. There are plenty of options available, from state schools to international institutions, so making an informed decision requires careful consideration of various factors. The first crucial choice is between public and private education. About 80% of expats opt for local state schools, known as ‘colegios’ for primary and ‘institutos’ for secondary education. The main advantages are cost-effectiveness (free from age three) and rapid Spanish language acquisition, particularly beneficial for younger children who often
There is no shortage of schooling options in Spain, writes Dilip Kuner become fluent within a year. However, state schools may present challenges for older children or those less extroverted, especially when tackling complex subjects in Spanish. To ease this transition, many parents invest in extra language tuition, costing around €20 per hour.
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For those preferring education in English or seeking potentially higher academic standards, private international schools are an
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alternative. These institutions often follow the British curriculum, offering GCSEs and A-levels as well a s the International Baccalaureate, with some students progressing to top UK universities, including Oxbridge. The Costa del Sol boasts over two dozen internation-
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CHOICE: Selecting the right school is not always easy
al schools, with Marbella hosting the largest concentra-
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