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Continue reading →: Is Homeschooling Legal in Spain? What Families Need to KnowOne of the most frequent questions I see from international parents is ‘Moving to Spain’ groups is: “Can we homeschool our child in Spain?” The answer is not as clear-cut as many might hope. Homeschooling in Spain: A Legal Grey Area Unlike countries such as the U.S. or the UK…
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Continue reading →: How the School Catchment System Works in Málaga (and Why It Matters for Your Family)If you’re moving to Málaga with school-aged children, one of the most important things to understand is the school catchment system—known in Spanish as the áreas de influencia. Whether you’re applying to a public or concertado school, your family’s address plays a big role in determining your chances of getting…
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Continue reading →: Can I Get a Spot in a Spanish Public School After the March Enrollment Period?Moving to Spain outside of the official school enrollment window can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to secure a spot at a good public school for your child. As both a parent and education consultant living in Málaga, I’ve been there—and I’ve helped many families through it. The good…
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Continue reading →: From NYC to Málaga: What I’ve Learned Helping Families Adapt to a New Education SystemParenting and Consulting Through the Transition When we moved from New York City to Málaga, we weren’t just switching time zones—we were entering a completely different rhythm of life, family culture, and education system. I had supported families through countless school transitions in the U.S., but now I was making…
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Continue reading →: Bilingual Schools in Málaga: What Parents Need to Know Before ChoosingA Misnomer One of the questions I hear most from parents coming to the area and beginning their school search is, what are some bilingual public schools to consider? The natural assumption is that a “bilingual school” would in fact offer a true bilingual education. The reality here is far…
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Continue reading →: Finding the Best School and Neighborhood in MálagaWhen we moved to Málaga, one of the biggest decisions I faced was whether to pick a neighborhood first and then find a school or focus on the school and adjust our housing plans accordingly. It’s a question that comes up often, and after going through the process myself—and helping…
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Continue reading →: Public vs. Concertado Schools in Spain: Key Differences & How to Choose the Right FitSpain’s education system offers families several choices, but for those considering state-supported education, the decision often comes down to public schools (colegios públicos) and concertado schools (colegios concertados). While both receive government funding, their structure and costs vary significantly. If you’re moving to Spain or considering different schooling options for…
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Continue reading →: 📌 The Essential Guide to Choosing a School in Málaga & the Costa del Sol 🎓When I first moved to Málaga with my daughter, one of my biggest challenges was finding the right school for her. After many years working with families in an education setting, I knew the importance of researching options carefully—but even with my experience, navigating the Spanish education system was overwhelming.…
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