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For international families, selecting a school has to do with preparing their children for the life they will lead after school. This is often done across borders.
Shackleton International School is located in Burjassot (Valencia) and views education as an ongoing journey. The school begins by establishing solid academic foundations, then guides students towards internationally recognised qualifications that will allow them to access universities around the world.
British curriculum with a global outlook
Shackleton offers an academic path that is both rigorous and flexible.
Spanish is the main language of instruction. German and Valenciano are then introduced, followed by French and Valenciano.
As students progress through Key Stages, curiosity turns into analytical thinking; collaboration becomes leadership, and creativity becomes problem-solving, independent learning and creative thinking.
The small class size allows teachers to adjust to the pace of each student, ensuring academic and personal growth.
Cambridge certification: qualifications for travel
For international families, it is essential to have qualifications that are internationally recognized. Cambridge International General Certificate of Secondary Education is offered at Shackleton and is recognised by educational systems worldwide.
This program cultivates critical thinking skills, independence and communication, which are key to success in higher education.
Modern education, strong values, and purpose-built facilities
Shackleton is a British school that combines traditional education with modern methods, such as project-based work, collaborative learning, flipped classrooms and meaningful technology integration.
This approach is supported by the school’s facilities. These include science and IT labs, multipurpose rooms, independent study spaces, a library and sports facilities.
A KS4 floor is dedicated to providing age-appropriate spaces for students during their GCSE years. Students feel supported by the international community, which promotes resilience, curiosity and collaboration.
IB World School opens doors to global universities
Shackleton is set to welcome its first Year 12 cohort in September 2026 into the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The program is recognized by many top universities throughout the world.
The IBDP is a program that develops intellectual and academic skills. It also fosters global awareness, research abilities, and social responsibility. This complements the British curriculum of the school and offers families a high-quality, international education in Valencia.
Visit the school
Families can explore the school, meet the staff and learn more about Shackleton’s project during guided open days, which will be held on 14 and 21 February, respectively. Registration can be done via the school’s website website.
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