SEK International School Atlántico

The school’s educational model is built on flexibility, responsibility, teamwork, and collaborative learning. It is committed to internationality, bilingualism, STEAM subjects, 21st-century skills, and technology, while prioritizing the emotional well-being of the educational community. The school aims to develop students who are inquisitive, reflective, open-minded, and capable of contributing to a better world.

The school offers the IB continuum: the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 3 to 12, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 12 to 16, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for ages 16 to 18. The curriculum is bilingual in Spanish and English, with French offered as an additional language. The DP includes core components such as Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS), Theory of Knowledge (TdC), and an extended essay.

The school is a top-ranked institution in Spain and Europe, with students consistently achieving high marks in the IB Diploma Programme, including recent scores of 45 points. Graduates also perform strongly in the Spanish Bachillerato, with students frequently receiving regional awards. The school maintains a 100% success rate in university entrance exams, with many students achieving high grades for university admission.

The school emphasizes individualized education and the emotional well-being of its students. The educational model is supported by a dedicated team of teachers and administrative staff focused on the academic and personal development of each student.

The admissions process is designed to assess the individual needs of each student and family. The procedure involves requesting information, an optional school visit, and an interview combined with an entrance test. Families must provide documentation including identity documents, birth certificates, and previous academic reports via the MYSEK platform.

The school operates Monday through Friday from 09:30 to 17:30. The academic year follows a structured schedule, with specific dates and timetables provided for the 2025-2026 period.

The campus spans 6,000m² of buildings and 7,000m² of outdoor recreational and sports areas, including a covered sports pavilion. Facilities include a dedicated 2,000m² nursery school, intelligent classrooms equipped with SMART Boards, a laboratory, music and painting rooms, a library, and a languages room. The school maintains a high-speed WiFi connection throughout and utilizes a BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) system for secondary and baccalaureate students, supported by lockers with electrical chargers.

The school offers a wide range of extracurricular and enrichment activities designed to support character development and personal interests. These include SEKMUN (Model United Nations), debate and oratory, robotics, and the SEK International Sports Academy. Additionally, students may participate in international academic stays in the United Kingdom and France, as well as the 'White Week' programme.