Welcome to Chester College International School!
Galicia's first international school
Education Levels
Making learning fun!
- We learn English and Spanish in a natural, progressive way (60:40 ratio).
- We always work in small groups, which allow us to know each other well and get a lot of individual attention.
- We have weekly music and musical instrument lessons (violin from age 5) and visual arts classes.
- We have daily Sport sessions and play outdoors in natural surroundings every day.
We are receptive and open to the world, and are interested in everything.
- We work on language skills, reading and writing in English and Spanish with a 60:40 ratio. Extra help is available in either language for anyone who needs it. Additional foreign language tuition offered (German, French).
- We work in small groups: I receive a great deal of individual attention to help me develop in the things that I am good at and provide me with support in those that I find harder.
- We love science: We observe, we experiment; we discover technology and robotics.
- We learn to express ourselves and communicate clearly through music, art, drama, etc.
- We have German lessons.
- We have outdoor sports almost every day of the week.
- We have friends in class from other countries.
At this time of changes, I feel supported and motivated as I learn.
- Target: a sound academic grounding, with growing interest and motivation in the various areas of study.
- Main working languages: Approx. 50:50 Spanish/English. The precise ratio may vary depending on the personal circumstances of each student. Additional foreign language tuition offered (German, French).
- Personalized attention for each student: Continual monitoring and monthly progress reports.
- We work actively on learning routines and tidiness, and on gradually developing autonomy.
- There is transversal emphasis on effective expression and communication skills: public speaking, music, art, etc.
- Technology is used in class for educational purposes. A consensus is reached with families on use for recreational purposes (which we suggest be highly limited).
- Varied daily Sports program.
- A multicultural setting that broadens horizons.
There's a whole world waiting for us out there!
- Target: To consolidate knowledge and attitudes. Strategic preparation for the various university entrance exams (EBAU, SAT, APs).
- Main working languages: Approx. 50:50 Spanish/English.Depending on the student’s university goals, and the university-entrance tests to be prepared, the number of subjects taught through English or Spanish may be increased.
- Personalized attention for each student: Continual monitoring and monthly progress reports.
- We work actively on learning routines and tidiness, and on developing autonomy.
- Emphasis on effective expression and communication skills.
- Varied Sports program.
- A multicultural setting that broadens horizons.
We also offer
Boarding
Boarding for High-School students during the school year. A family atmosphere conducive to study.
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Summer Camps
Language immersion in July: Intensive learning and fun. Options: day & boarding. Ages 3 to 17.
Learn more“I would recommend the school to all parents who want their children to have an education that is a little more personal, at a smaller school where you can reach a level and then go on to the next if you want, because the teaching staff encourage you to do so. The teachers provide support and a great deal of help in the field of values too, which I think is a fundamental point for life today".
Mª del Pilar Díaz, mother of a former student (2012-2019).
"My children love going to school. I would highlight the personalized education and care for each child, helping them to discover their potential and deploy their capabilities to the full. In a bilingual setting, the staff motivate the children and get them to develop a taste for learning through reading, logic and deductive reasoning, in-depth analysis, and inquiry. They put great care not just into the subjects on the Spanish and US curriculums but also into more across-the-board aspects such as drama, sports, art, and music”.
Mamen Escorihuela, mother of 3 Primary and Secondary students.
“I attach a great deal of value to the fact that my children are enjoying themselves as they learn. The standard of English is excellent and I love that they give such importance to music, art and physical education, with all the activities organized to reinforce these aspects”.
Susana Mirás, mother of 4 kindergarten, Primary, and Secondary students.
Chester College is an educational community made up of teachers, students, and their families, with a firm commitment: to accompany every student throughout their development and learning process, offering education and values that provide a grounding for their academic future, their careers, and their lives as human beings in today's world.
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40 years of Chester language & fun Summer Camps! 10/06/2025 | This July, Chester College International School celebrates a very special anniversary: the 40th edition of its language immersion summer camps. Since 1985, our school located on the outskirts of Santiago de Compostela has offered children and teenagers from 3 to 17 years of age the opportunity to live a unique experience of intensive learning in […]
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Dr. Ángel Carracedo Visits Chester College: Passion and Science in an Inspiring Conference 08/02/2025 | On Wednesday, January 29, Chester College had the honor of welcoming Dr. Ángel Carracedo, a world-renowned researcher, physician, and professor, considered a leading authority in the field of Genetics. Based in Santiago de Compostela, Dr. Carracedo has built a distinguished career, and on this occasion, he shared his experiences and insights with our school community. […]
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