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The English Centre

Secular, Founded 1969

Updated July 2026

2–18Ages
Co-edGender
For-profitOwnership

Curriculum

British EYFSCambridge PrimaryCambridge Lower Secondary

Accreditations

Cambridge InternationalCIS

Languages

English flagEnglish

El Centro Inglés is a private, secular international school in El Puerto de Santa María, Spain, serving students from ages 2 to 18. It is a Cambridge International School and the only CIS-accredited institution in the Bay of Cádiz, offering a British-based education with a global outlook.

Teaching approach

The school is founded on the principle of a 'Lifelong Love of Learning,' aiming to develop confident, autonomous, and resilient critical thinkers. It promotes values such as integrity, responsibility, and social and environmental sustainability, fostering a community that encourages leadership and global citizenship.

Programmes

The school offers an International Curriculum that spans Early Years, Junior School, Senior School, and Sixth Form. The programme integrates the British Early Years Foundation Stage, Cambridge International standards, and 21st-century methodologies, including a dedicated STEAM curriculum. Additionally, the school provides creative writing workshops through 'Palabramos' and various language immersion programmes.

Outcomes

The school consistently achieves excellent academic results, with students successfully completing the PAU (university entrance exams). Graduates are prepared for both national and international universities, equipped with the critical thinking, autonomy, and leadership skills necessary for a globalised labour market.

Student support

EAL support
Unknown
Learning support
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Learning support

The school emphasizes individualised attention as a core pillar of its educational model. It employs safeguarding protocols and personalized monitoring to ensure student wellbeing and academic progress, tailoring its approach to respect the unique pace and potential of each pupil.

Frequently asked questions(5)
What curriculum does The English Centre offer?
The English Centre offers British EYFS, Cambridge Primary and Cambridge Lower Secondary.
What ages does The English Centre teach?
The English Centre enrolls students aged 2 to 18.
What accreditations does The English Centre hold?
The English Centre holds accreditations including Cambridge International and CIS.
Is The English Centre co-educational?
The English Centre is a co-ed school.
Where is The English Centre located?
The English Centre is an international school in Jerez de la Frontera, Spain.

Tuition & fees

No published fee schedule was found for this school.

Admissions

The school provides an admissions process for prospective families, which includes the availability of an application form and an admissions policy. Interested families are encouraged to contact the school directly for further information or to arrange a visit.

Facilities

PlaygroundLibraryScience labsSTEM labArt roomMusic roomTheatre / auditoriumSports fieldGymnasium

About the campus

The campus spans 23,000 square meters, with 13,000 square meters dedicated to buildings and classrooms. Facilities include technological classrooms with digital resources, scientific laboratories, a multimedia library, sports areas, and dedicated spaces for arts and creativity. The site also features a covered pavilion, a dining hall, a cafeteria, an auditorium, and a specialized 'STEAM Hub' equipped with laser cutters, 3D printing capabilities, and an audiovisual zone for digital content creation.

  • Mrs. L. M. RandellFounder

    Founder of the school, which she established in 1969.

  • David RandellManagement

    Son of the founder, Linda Randell, currently involved in running the school.

  • Gillian Randell ThompsonManagement

    Daughter of the founder, Linda Randell, currently involved in running the school.

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