The aim of The English International College is to provide opportunities for our students to discover, explore and develop their talents in a friendly and supportive atmosphere that encourages academic and personal achievement. We offer a broad and balanced education that recognises the importance of academic success without neglecting the role that education plays in helping pupils to develop a wider understanding of themselves and others. We wish to encourage students to develop self-discipline and self-confidence in a caring environment.

As an English school in Spain, with pupils of over twenty-five different nationalities, we believe that the EIC has a unique opportunity to encourage them not only to appreciate the rich culture and language of their host country, but also to develop a broader awareness of the world in which they live.

The school is open to all, whatever their educational, cultural and religious background, provided that they can communicate at the correct level in the language of instruction. Students are required to undertake entry assessments together with the attendance at a family interview as part of the admission criterion to evaluate whether we can be of benefit to the student who wishes to learn. Anti-social behaviour in any form, be it bullying (physical or psychological), disruption or intimidation, is unacceptable and is not tolerated. The school has a uniform policy which is rigorously pursued in order for students to understand and respect the requirements of the establishment and the merits of equality.

We believe that education is a partnership between teachers, parents and pupils, and close co-operation is essential if pupils are to achieve their maximum potential. As a school that educates pupils from the age of three to eighteen, we realise that we have a singular responsibility to help and guide the development of children through some of their most important years, and to enable them to leave school with the confidence and ability to accept the challenges, opportunities and responsibilities of adult life. When students leave us for university, they take with them qualities of leadership, problem solving, creative thinking, self-confidence, communication and teamworking skills: indeed, all of the attributes required as an essential foundation for a successful future.

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