Colegio San Cristobal

The educational model is student-centered, focusing on 'learning to learn' and integrating cognitive, emotional, physical, and artistic development. It emphasizes neurodidactics, emotional education, and the cultivation of values such as respect, tolerance, and happiness. The school employs methodologies including Project-Based Learning (PBL), cooperative learning, and gamification to foster continuous improvement.

The school is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, offering the Primary Years Programme (PEP), the Middle Years Programme (PAI), and the Diploma Programme (PD). The academic structure includes Early Childhood (0-3 and 3-5 years), Primary (up to 12 years), Secondary (12-16 years), and both International and National Baccalaureate (16-18 years). Additionally, the school offers Vocational Training (Ciclos Formativos) in fields such as Administrative Management, Dependent Care, Nursing Assistant, Administration and Finance, Early Childhood Education, and Dietetics. Bilingual and multilingual instruction is a core feature, with English taught from the beginning of schooling.

The school aims to prepare students for successful personal, academic, and professional futures by fostering autonomy, responsibility, and critical thinking. Graduates are equipped with the competencies necessary for integration into society and the labor market. The institution maintains an alumni network to support former students.

The school provides academic guidance through its school orientation department. It also offers scholarships for academic excellence to support student achievement.

The admissions process begins with an initial contact via an online form, followed by a scheduled visit and interview with the pedagogical directors. Families then proceed to formalize the enrollment and secure a place for the upcoming academic year. The school offers specific information sessions for various stages, ranging from early childhood to vocational training.

The campus features specialized learning environments such as an Aula Montessori and an eco-school initiative. Facilities include a school canteen, a uniform shop, and dedicated ICT services, including an on-site meteorological station. The school also utilizes a digital platform, Clickedu, for communication and management.

The school provides a wide range of extracurricular activities, including a music school, theater, and chess. Sports are emphasized as a fundamental component of the curriculum, and students have access to a summer school program. Additionally, the school participates in the Erasmus programme.