BRITISH SECONDARY SCHOOL (ESO) IN MÁLAGA
Laude San Pedro International College is a British secondary school in Marbella (Málaga) offering a British secondary curriculum based on language learning. Our school provides a high quality, comprehensive education, combining British academic standards with an international focus that prepares students to meet the challenges of today’s world.
Welcome from the Head of Secondary
Dear families,
It is a great pleasure to welcome you to Laude San Pedro International College. Located in San Pedro de Alcántara, it is an outstanding example of a comprehensive international education. As one of the most established international schools on the Costa del Sol, we offer a wide variety of curriculum options that enable our students to progress to the best universities and professions. We are particularly proud of the wide range of I/GCSE and A Level subjects we offer.
Laude is a fully inclusive school and offers an excellent education to pupils from 3 to 18 years old. In Years 7, 8 and 9 we follow the British National Curriculum. In Years 10 and 11 the school offers a number of International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) subjects and in Years 12 and 13 the A Level curriculum. Following an education at Laude San Pedro International College, our pupils have been accepted into some of the world’s top universities, including Oxford, Cambridge and other Russell Group institutions.
We have an exciting and well-established provision in extra-curricular activities. This is particularly evident in sport and the performing arts and in the wide range of educational visits and residential stays that contribute to our academic year. As we prepare students for the global opportunities available to them, our overseas educational visits programme provides students with a greater understanding of different cultures and traditions – key to our success in maximising students’ potential.
Laude places high quality teaching and learning as a top priority. The professional development of our well-resourced staff is key to this and, as a result, they are highly experienced, well-qualified and trained to provide your child with the best possible education. Partnerships are crucial to achieving the best learning and support for students. We are very proud of the extraordinary parental engagement we have during a student’s time at school and we seek to build on and celebrate this at every opportunity.
I look forward to meeting you and your son and know that his journey with us over the coming years will be a happy, successful and fulfilling one.
Kind regards.
Joseph Short
Head of Secondary & Sixth Form
British secondary curriculum up to the age of 16
At our British secondary school we follow the British curriculum, known for its academic rigour and holistic approach to student development. This system is structured in two key stages: Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4), which are equivalent to ESO in Spain.
The British curriculum is widely recognised and valued internationally. For our Spanish students and those from other education systems, we offer guidance on the equivalence of the British and Spanish systems, ensuring a smooth transition and recognition of studies in both contexts.
Key Stage 3: Year 7 to Year 9 (11 – 14 Years)
Key Stage 3 covers Year 7 to Year 9, i.e. students between the ages of 11 and 14. During this stage, pupils explore a wide range of subjects, including English, mathematics, science, history, geography, art, music, physical education and foreign languages.
The main aim of KS3 is to lay a solid foundation in each subject, encouraging critical skills such as analytical thinking, problem solving and creativity. Our native-speaking teachers use innovative teaching methods and modern resources to make learning dynamic and engaging.
Key Stage 4: Year 10 to Year 11 (14 – 16 Years)
Key Stage 4 covers Year 10 and Year 11, with students aged between 14 and 16. During this stage, students prepare for the IGCSE (International General Certificate of Secondary Education) examinations, a globally recognised qualification.
Students choose a range of subjects to specialise in, in addition to core subjects such as English, mathematics and science. Options may include subjects such as English literature, history, geography, economics, computer science, art and design, among others.
This approach allows students to develop a greater depth of knowledge in their areas of interest and pave the way for their future academic and professional aspirations.
IGCSE subjects and examinations
All students take IGCSE core subjects:
✓ English
✓ Mathematics
✓ Spanish
IGCSE subjects include, but are not limited to: Media, Food Technology, History, Chemistry, Music, Business, Estudios Español, MEP, Geography, Drama, Travel & Tourism, Art, French, German, Physics, ICT, Computer Science, Physical Education, Psychology and Chinese.
These courses are designed to develop not only academic knowledge, but also essential practical and analytical skills.
Workshops and extracurricular activities
At Laude San Pedro we offer a wide variety of workshops and extracurricular activities that enrich the educational experience of our students.
After-school activities include sports, as well as debate clubs, drama, music, art and robotics. These programmes help students discover new passions, develop social skills and build a strong teamwork ethic.
Why choose Laude San Pedro in Malaga?
Recognition in the educational community and highly qualified teaching staff
Laude San Pedro has a reputation for academic excellence, with a track record of outstanding results in IGCSE and A-Level examinations. Our commitment to quality education is recognised both locally and internationally, providing our students with a solid foundation for their future.
Our teaching staff is made up of highly qualified native speakers who are passionate about teaching. Each teacher provides a personalised, high quality education, adapting to the individual needs of each student to encourage their full potential.
Admission and enrolment process
If you would like to begin the enrolment process for our secondary courses, please contact our admissions department.