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Costa Blanca schools are amongst the most reputed schools in Spain. One such school is the El Plantio International School. It is located in the residential region of El Plantio on the outskirts of Valencia near the La Canada village. It is a co-educational and privately owned British school, which mainly caters to kids from the nursery aged about 3 to 4 years till the Year 13, catering to students around 17-18 years of age. The school is an appendage of the National Association of British Schools. In addition, it has official recognition from the Spanish Ministry of Education and Science. The El Plantio International School basically follows the education system recommended by the British National Curriculum. It is an authorized centre for delivering the International Baccalaureate programme for the years 12 and 13. In addition, the school also bestows the “selectividad” to its students, which provides them access to the Spanish University Education. The school is established in a purpose built structure, which comprises of a modern well-equipped IT room, a large spacious hall for theatres, performances and assemblies, in addition to a well stocked library. In addition, it also has a large area for dining and comprises of extensive play areas, outside the school apart from swimming pool and a sports ground. Xabia International College: Xabia International College is an international school based on the region of Javea and has a picturesque coastal backdrop with complete requisite amenities. The school mainly follows the English National Curriculum and provides a wide ranging and balanced curriculum to its students. The main language of instruction is English. In addition, the students are also made to study German and French. Xabia has a reputation of providing fully experienced and qualified teaching staffs, who guide students from the nursery till the IGCSE and thereafter to the ‘A2’ levels. For students to attain maximum attention, the class strength is mostly controlled. Specialist teachers are provided in order to meet the special educational needs of certain students. The school mostly believes in the fact that pastoral care and study skills are integral to all the age groups. European Schools: The European Schools are basically the official educational establishments, which are jointly controlled by the governments of the European Union Member States. In most of these nations, they are legally considered to be public institutions. Presently, there are about a dozen such schools, in which more than 16,000 pupils are undertaking their education. In most nations comprising the European Union, the primary and secondary education lasts only for twelve or thirteen years. However, the education system for the nursery is variable in nature. Apart from imparting education, the European schools attach great importance to the social, physical, psychological, creative and affective development of the students, which help them in their wellbeing and contribute to their success both in the school life as well as in adult life. Overall, schools in the Costa Blanca region of Spain help in shaping talents and building personalities.
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