Spanish school system explained for international families
Moving to Spain with children brings a whole new vocabulary: colegio, ESO, jornada continua, concertado.
Spain's school holidays 2026–27: term dates and regional breaks
As the 2026–2027 school year approaches, some regions in Spain have already started confirming their term dates. School calendars can be a bit of a minefield here, especially with each autonomous community setting its own schedule on top of the national holidays that everyone enjoys. While
Schools for foreign children in Spain: international vs local education guide
When relocating to Spain, choosing the right school is one of the most important decisions for expat families.
The Spanish education system
If you are considering moving to Spain with your family, you are probably wondering how the Spanish school system works. What kind of schools are there? How are schools different in Spain? Is the Spanish education system good?