SEK International School Alborán

• Location: Almería, Spain,
• Year of foundation: 1999,
• Language of instruction: English, Spanish,
• Type of studying: mixed.

SEK International School Alborán is an international school of the SEK Education Group. SEK Alboran is the only one in Almería accredited to teach International Baccalaureate (IB) programs. Local and foreign children aged 4 months to 18 years study here.

With almost 25 years of history, the school occupies the first position in the ranking of the best secondary educational institutions in Almería. Thanks to the cooperation with the SEK Group and its member schools, foreign students come to SEK International School Alborán every year, attracted by the wide academic and extracurricular development opportunities, competitive knowledge and the IB diploma, which is accepted at the best universities around the world.

Studying takes place in a bilingual format: in English and Spanish, in addition, students will be able to master French and German. Teaching from early school age is organized in the percentage of two languages: children start studying, immersing themselves mainly in English, and then move on to an equal ratio of English and Spanish.

The teaching staff is represented by subject teachers, most of whom have higher scientific qualifications. The educational approach is based on individual attention to each pupil, thanks to which all students achieve excellent results in the process of studying, at final exams and when entering universities and colleges.

Starting from the first grade, technology is used in the learning process - children explore a variety of subjects using school iPads, and in middle school, they bring their own devices to lessons: laptops, tablets. Lockers with chargers are installed on campus to keep students' equipment safe at all times. Among the teaching staff, it is easy to find computer science specialists who will help students master the software, online portals for study and self-development.

SEK Alboran organizes education for children of all school ages: from kindergarten groups to graduating classes. During the summer months, short-term courses are organized on campus, focused on recreation and extracurricular talent development.

There is a large canteen on campus, where highly qualified chefs work. The weekly menu includes hot and cold dishes, a variety of snacks, drinks. If a student has special nutritional needs, whether dietary, medical, or religious, specialists will provide an alternative menu. The general menu is published quarterly, compiled under the guidance of a nutritionist.

Extracurricular time of SEK International School Alborán pupils is diverse - children are provided with the opportunity to attend art clubs, sports sections, thematic events, participate in charity events and other activities focused on the comprehensive development of the personality. There are dozens of clubs on campus, reflecting the main hobbies of students:

• Communication, Press,
• Debates, public speaking,
• Solidarity Projects Club,
• Different types of dances,
• Choral Ensemble,
• Theater groups,
• Painting
• Model United Nations,
• Robotics
• Astronomy
• Programming and others.

The sports infrastructure allows students to develop their physical skills, maintain a healthy lifestyle under the guidance of qualified coaches. Teams and individual participants in swimming, football, volleyball and other sports sections train on campus. One of the brightest and most active events during the year is a week-long trip to the snow resorts of Spain and France - "White Week": the lucky ones live in comfortable villas in the middle of the mountains, attend master classes in skiing and snowboarding, relax and enjoy stunning views.

Students of SEK International School Alborán have an excellent opportunity to diversify their academic experience by participating in an exchange program between students of SEK schools. For a semester or a full academic year, they study on campus in Dublin, the Alps or other schools in Spain, and then can return to Almeria to complete the program.

• The best school in Almeria in the Forbes ranking 2022,
• The only school in Almería accredited to teach all stages of the International Baccalaureate program: PYP, MYP, IBDP,
• 100% completion of the graduation program by high school students, while the grades received are much higher than the world average,
• Bilingual tuition: English, Spanish,
• A wide range of extracurricular activities for development,
• A modern campus with the best technological equipment.

The SEK International School Alborán learning area is located in Almería, Spain, and has many classrooms, gymnasiums and outdoor areas for study, individual skills development and recreation:

• Classrooms for lectures,
• Laboratory of Natural Sciences, Technology and Robotics,
• Computer rooms for self-study, group work,
• Music studios with musical instruments, audio equipment,
• Studios of dance, gymnastics, theatrical art,
• Multifunctional hall for events,
• Multifunctional Maker Space classroom: radio studio, video recording and editing station, 3D printers, robotics tables and SEK Alborán TED ED Club space.
• A library with departments for different ages of children: more than 10,000 titles, 25,000 copies of scientific papers, digital resources.

All classrooms are equipped with digital whiteboards, and specialized studios are equipped with the necessary materials and equipment for creative, physical and intellectual development. High-speed Wi-Fi is available at school, and some rooms have computers with a wired internet connection.

The sports infrastructure is represented by the following rooms and open areas:

• Multi-sport courts,
• Athletics area,
• Indoor pavilion for team sports, individual and group training,
• All-season swimming pool,
• Taekwondo hall.

The academic year lasts from September to the end of June, including several semesters, examination weeks and rest during national and international holidays, vacations and weekends. Classes are organized on weekdays: in the morning, children attend lessons, after which they participate in extracurricular activities.

The list of additional costs will include:

• Registration fees,
• Accommodation, meals,
• Additional academic support,
• Individual needs (e.g. nutrition),
• School uniform,
• Some extracurricular activities,
• Annual expenses covering fees for technology, consumables, and more,
• Pocket money.

Applicants will have to go through several entrance stages:

• Filling out the online application, providing the required package of documents,
• Payment of registration fees,
• Passing an interview, possible entrance exams,
• Receiving an official invitation to enroll,
• Payment of part or all of the cost of the educational program,
• Arrival at campus and start of studying.

Completion of SEK International School Alborán will provide high school students with a competitive, internationally recognized diploma that is accepted by most leading universities, colleges around the world. Thanks to high-quality knowledge and interdisciplinary studying, students easily enter even the most elite universities for their chosen specialties.

Prospective students arriving from abroad must provide personal documents: passport, health insurance and health vaccinations, visa or residence permit. Academic transcripts from the last two to three academic years, language test results confirming the level of English or Spanish proficiency are also important. It is desirable (but not necessary) to have letters of recommendation from teachers from the previous place of study, individual achievements in extracurricular activities.

Due to cooperation with the SEK Education group, the school offers scholarships that are awarded to students who are especially successful in their studies and sports. The scholarship covers part of the cost of the academic program and other expenses.

Scholarship Programs are the following:

• SEK Excellence,
• SEK Sports Awards,
• Felipe Segovia Scholarship and others.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision