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“The future is not some place we are going to, but one we are creating. The paths are not to be found, but made, and the activity of making them, changes both the maker and the destination.”
— John Schaar —
Shackleton International School in Valencia
Shackleton International School in Valencia
“The future is not some place we are going to, but one we are creating. The paths are not to be found, but made, and the activity of making them, changes both the maker and the destination.”
— John Schaar —
Welcome to Shackleton International School
The Pillars of our Education
Instilling Values
Language and Culture
Disruptive Educational Approaches
Educational Spaces - Art and Science
Health
Family Harmony
Methodology
At SHACKLETON INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, we use a variety of different methodologies, so that our students can acquire a solid and integral foundation. In this way, depending on the area of work, the characteristics of the group, and of each individual student, we select the strategy that we consider most effective for a better understanding of the subject material and its assimilation. We seek the participation of each student, the interaction between peers and group dynamism to achieve an enriched and universal education.
True educational innovation does not depend solely on the use of the ICTs in the classroom, it must also have a pedagogical meaning. That is why many of our most interesting innovations do not depend on technology.
With this style of teaching, the student becomes the protagonist of their own learning process.
Formative Stages
EYFS
EYFS
The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) is an educational programme for our youngest students aged two to five. At Shackleton International School, children are welcomed from age two years and eight months. The curriculum follows the EYFS ‘Birth to Five’ developmental objectives program, created by educational experts in the UK. We focus on supporting learning through play, nurturing curiosity, promoting independence and building a rich English language base. Shackleton International School uses a personalised, child-centred philosophy centred on respecting the child, fostering personal and emotional skills, and upholding family values. Learning is individualised, aligning with personal goals, enabling children to progress at their own rates, rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
Primary Education
Primary Education
The primary education stage at Shackleton comprises two Key Stages:
- Key Stage 1 for students aged 5 to 7 (Year 1 and Year 2).
- Key Stage 2 for students aged 7 to 11 (Year 3 to Year 6).
The curriculum fosters holistic development, covering mental, moral, cultural, and physical aspects. Recognising the significance of parental involvement, Shackleton encourages parents and relatives to support the learning process from home. However, there is a no-homework policy for primary students, promoting family time and reinforcing the idea of home as a relaxing environment.
Secondary Education
Secondary Education
Building on the comprehensive values instilled during the Primary stages, Secondary education at Shackleton International School aims to cultivate reflective, open-minded individuals who are adaptable to diverse environments. The goal is to nurture confidence and a passion for learning within the framework of a rigorous academic program. Unlike primary education, homework is assigned in secondary. However, its purpose is to reinforce class teachings or apply the flipped learning approach whereby the student reviews digitalised resources at home to then spend in-class time with engaging and active learning experiences. Shackleton prepares students for the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE), a widely recognised English qualification for teenagers. Various preparation options are offered to support students in achieving success in this examination.
Sixth Form
Sixth Form
Students will be granted direct access to prestigious universities in Spain and worldwide after their baccalaureate studies. Vocational orientation will be provided throughout these years to facilitate students in selecting university courses that align with their personal interests and equip them with the essential skills required for a prosperous professional trajectory.
