by stepsint | Oct 19, 2023 | School search
Understanding a schools’ mobile phone policy is a particularly important piece of information when selecting the right school in Madrid for your child. And it is always one of my key questions when visiting the school. And surprisingly, these policies tend to differ...
by stepsint | Apr 27, 2023 | School search
Air Conditioning in Schools: A Necessity, Not a Luxury. As the temperatures rise and summer approaches, staying cool and comfortable becomes a top priority for everyone. Unfortunately, for students and teachers, this can be a challenging task, especially in areas...
by stepsint | Apr 13, 2023 | School search
As a parent of a child with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) known as Trastornos del Espectro Autista (TEA) in Spanish, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is choosing the right school for your child. Navigating the different school options for...
by stepsint | Feb 28, 2023 | School search
There is undoubtedly more to what makes a school international than simply having the word “international” in its name. An international school is a particular kind of school that educates pupils from various nations and ethnic backgrounds.. It provides a...
by stepsint | Sep 23, 2022 | School search
School is back in Spain which also means reactivating the parents’ WhatsApp groups. Love them or hate them, they are a source of information, gossip and a venting outlet throughout the year. My kids started at a new school this year which meant that there was one...
by stepsint | May 20, 2022 | School search
As is the case the world over, student places for concertado and public schools in Madrid are applied for in springtime, which is when the majority of spots for the following academic year are allocated. But what about late applications to schools in Madrid?...
by stepsint | Apr 19, 2022 | School search
As an educational consultant based in Madrid, I am often asked about the difference between state (público), charter (concertado) and private (privado) schools. However, of the three options available to children aged 3-16, it is the concertado route that most...
by stepsint | Feb 21, 2022 | School search
No matter which corner of the planet my client hails from or what their walk of life is, every single one has something in common: they are parents of school-aged children who seek information and advice as they take steps into Spain. What makes my service so special...
by stepsint | Nov 17, 2021 | School search
Are you planning an overseas experience in Madrid with your teenage kids? Are you relocating to the Spanish capital for professional reasons and seek the best educational options for your teenagers? Perhaps you are already settled in Madrid and are interested in the...
