Colegio Arcangel Rafael

Part of Grupo Educativo 3A, Secular, Founded 1984

Updated July 2026

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Curriculum

Arcángel International School is a private, secular institution and part of the 3A Educational Group, offering a continuous International Baccalaureate (IB) programme for students aged 3 to 19. It provides a comprehensive, multilingual education that emphasizes innovation, critical thinking, and global citizenship.

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Curriculum

IB PYP

IB Diploma

Teaching approach

As a private, secular institution, the school focuses on integral education, character development, and the cultivation of IB values such as critical thinking, open-mindedness, and ethical decision-making. It aims to form autonomous, responsible citizens capable of applying their learning to complex, real-life situations.

Programmes

The school provides a full educational pathway from Infantil (ages 1-5) through Primary, ESO, and Bachillerato. It is an IB World School offering the IB continuum, which includes the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and the Diploma Programme (DP), alongside the national curriculum. The academic model integrates language learning, technology, and a focus on arts and sciences.

Outcomes

The school reports high academic achievement, with 100% of its students successfully passing the PAU (university entrance exams) in 2026. The institution emphasizes preparing students for university and global challenges through critical thinking and effective communication.

Student support

EAL support

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Learning support

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Learning support

The school features a dedicated Department of Educational Guidance led by a director. This department focuses on providing personalized attention, collaborating with families and teachers to address student diversity, prevent learning difficulties, and nurture individual talents.

Tuition & fees

No published fee schedule was found for this school.

Admissions

The school maintains an open enrollment policy throughout the year. Prospective families are encouraged to contact the admissions department to request information or schedule a visit to the campus.

Calendar

The school operates from Monday to Friday, with daily hours from 9:00 to 17:45. Specific academic dates and events are managed through the school's internal platform, Alexia.

Facilities

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About the campus

Located in the Aluche district of Madrid, the campus is organized into two independent buildings with spaces tailored to different educational stages. Facilities include specialized classrooms, multipurpose rooms, a sports center, indoor swimming pool, multi-sport courts, and secure, age-appropriate outdoor play areas.

Co-curriculars

The school offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including a dedicated music school (EMA) and a sports club. These programs are designed to complement the academic curriculum, focusing on areas such as arts, sports, and personal development.

Laura AntónDirectora Arcángel International School y Directora ESO y Bachillerato
As the Director of Arcángel International School, she oversees the institution and leads the Secondary and Bachillerato stages. She emphasizes personalized attention, collaboration with families and teachers, and the development of autonomous, confident students.
Carmen SanmartínDirectora Ed. Infantil y Primaria
She serves as the Director of Infant and Primary Education.
Lourdes PaleroDirectora Dpto. Orientación
She is the Director of the Guidance Department.
Alejandra VelascoCoordinadora PEP/PYP
She serves as the PEP/PYP Coordinator.
Francisco FernándezCoordinador ESO y Bachillerato
He serves as the Coordinator for ESO and Bachillerato.
Marta HerreroDirectora de Idiomas e Internacionalización
She is the Director of Languages and Internationalization.
Cristian LabordaDirector Escuela Música EMA
He is the Director of the EMA School of Music.