Laude Newton College

Guided by the 'Learning.First™' and 'Opening Minds' philosophies, the school focuses on nurturing intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and personal development. It aims to foster global citizenship, integrity, and resilience, encouraging students to become independent, motivated learners who are prepared for an interconnected world. The school emphasises personalised learning, utilising small class sizes and adaptive technologies to meet individual student needs.

The school offers a continuous learning journey from Early Years (ages 1-4) through to Sixth Form (ages 16-18). The curriculum includes the International Early Years Curriculum, the British National Curriculum integrated with Spanish studies, the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme, and, for the final stage, a choice between the Spanish National Baccalaureate and the IB Diploma Programme. Multilingualism is a core focus, with instruction in English, Spanish, and additional languages such as German, French, and Valencian.

Graduates are well-prepared for leading universities in Spain and abroad, supported by the 'Future Pathways' programme which provides university and career guidance. Recent academic achievements include a 33 average mark in the IB Diploma (with a 42 highest mark), an 8 average in the Spanish EVAU, and a 100% pass rate in Spanish secondary and MYP assessments. The school has also earned ISP’s 'Mastering' status, validating its commitment to high-performance education.

The school prioritises student wellbeing through a proactive, student-first approach and a dedicated safeguarding team. Qualified nurses provide medical support and emotional reassurance in a dedicated health centre. Additionally, the school employs staff specifically focused on safeguarding and supporting students with learning difficulties to ensure a secure and inclusive environment.

The admissions process begins with an enquiry, followed by a personalised tour or virtual meeting to discuss family needs and the school's curriculum. Applicants may be required to submit previous school reports, and students from Year 3 onwards must complete an assessment in English, Spanish, and mathematics. Once the assessment is complete, the school issues a formal offer, and families have 5 to 10 days to confirm their place.

The academic year is divided into three terms. The first term runs from 8 September to 22 December, the second from 7 January to 1 April, and the third from 14 April to 19 June. The calendar includes various bank holidays, such as the Day of the Valencian Community, All Saints' Day, Constitution Day, St. Joseph's Day, Labor Day, and St. John's Day, along with scheduled staff inset days and holiday breaks for Christmas and Easter.

The 24,000m² campus in Elche features modern facilities including six science labs, two ICT suites, flexible art studios, and an Innovation Centre equipped with 3D printers, robotics kits, and VR/AR technology. Athletic facilities include a full-size gym, FIFA-regulation soccer fields, competition-grade tennis courts, pickleball courts, and an athletics track. The campus also houses a professional-grade cookery lab, a library (NuCLEuS), a theatre and media studio with broadcast-quality equipment, separate dining halls, a nurse's station, and the Marie Curie building, which is powered by solar energy.

The school offers a wide range of co-curricular activities, including sports, music, art, and technology, designed to foster personal growth, creativity, and teamwork. The music school provides classes in singing, piano, and guitar, as well as a 'music garden' for younger children. Additionally, the school hosts a summer camp featuring English immersion, water games, creative workshops, and sports.