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Continue reading →: Bullying in Schools: What to Do, Step by StepIf you suspect your child is being bullied at school, you have more power than you think, even in a unfamiliar system. Every public and concertado school in Andalucía is required to follow the same official anti-bullying protocol, and once you report a concern in writing, the school has to…
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Continue reading →: Arriving in Spain over the summer? How to Enroll in a Public or Concertado School Outside the Regular Admissions PeriodSeptember 1st is here and for many families going the public or concertado school route after moving to Spain, the plan is simple: arrive over the summer, secure housing and the padrón, and enroll your child in school as soon as offices re-open in September. As I walk several families…
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Continue reading →: Wrapping Up the School Year (And Pressing Pause for Summer)As the school year comes to a close in the next month, this moment always brings a mix of emotions for families, relief, pride, transition, and for many, anticipation and excitement of what’s next. If your child has just completed their first year in Spain or you’ve spent the past…
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Continue reading →: Summer Camps: What to Expect and Where to Find ThemIf you’re navigating your first school year here, summer camps can be one of the easiest and most effective ways to help your child settle in. From when school gets out through July, most schools – public, concertado, and private – offer their own summer camp programs. These are especially…
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Continue reading →: What Happens After March? Understanding School Lists and PlacementOne of the most confusing things for new families isn’t just how to apply to schools, it’s what happens after you apply. If you’re coming from systems where enrollment is straightforward and immediate, the local process for public and concertado schools can feel opaque. The key is understanding that submitting…
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Continue reading →: March Enrollment Period is HereIf you’re preparing for the March enrollment period (proceso de escolarización) in Málaga, timing and strategy matter more than many families realize. Whether you’re applying to a public or concertado school, understanding how catchment zones, the point system, and recent changes to Infantil class sizes work can make a meaningful…
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Continue reading →: Class Size: What Families Can Expect in Public and Concertado SchoolsClass size is one of the most common things families ask about when considering schools anywhere. In Andalucía, class size is regulated at the regional level, with caps depending on the type of school and the child’s age. Recent changes for the 2026–2027 school year reflect broader demographic shifts and…
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Continue reading →: Standardized Testing in Spain (and Why You’ll See Much Less of It Than in the U.S.)For many families in the United States, standardized testing is simply part of school life. From early elementary onward, children are regularly assessed through state tests, benchmark exams, and district-wide evaluations. These tests often influence classroom instruction, school rankings, how children are perceived academically, and even funding. One of the…
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Continue reading →: How Grading Works in SpainIf you’re coming from the U.S., Spanish school reports can feel confusing — even unsettling (if you are directly translating words and absorbing the meaning as used in English) — the first time you read them. There are no A’s or B’s, few numbers in the early years, and a…
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Continue reading →: Understanding Grade Levels: Spain vs. the US vs. the UK – And How to Know What Grade Your Child Will EnterMoving to Spain with school-aged children often brings one of the first big questions parents ask: “What grade will my child be placed in?” It seems simple, but the answer can be confusing when you realize that Spain, the US, and the UK all use different cutoff dates, terminology, and…
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