San Patricio School, El Soto

Secondary & Baccalaureate Education, 12 to 18 Years

With a heritage of more than 60 years delivering exceptional education in Madrid and consistently recognised as one of the top schools in Spain, San Patricio School in El Soto de la Moraleja, Alcobendas offers specifically designed facilities and resources for students aged 12 to 18 years in Secondary and High School, enabling them to cultivate their talents in academics, technology, sports and the arts.

Our campus in El Soto de la Moraleja offers the National Spanish Curriculum and the globally-recognised International Baccalaureate Middle Years and Diploma Programmes. The effectiveness with which we implement these programmes leads to outstanding results in both EvAU examinations and IBDP, leading our graduates to the universities and career paths of their dreams. An education at El Soto campus prepares students to excel in all aspects of life, developing emotional intelligence and a skill set to compete on a global scale.

Students from San Patricio Madrid Serrano and La Moraleja have direct access to our school upon completing their Primary Education. As our school is always nearly full, we recommend that parents apply at least a year in advance of the desired start date to ensure a place for their child.

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Why Choose Our Private School in El Soto de La Moraleja, Alcobendas?

Our School in El Soto is consistently placed at the top positions of prestigious school rankings in Spain, including El Mundo and Forbes Magazine as a result of our exceptional EvAU and IBDP examination results every year.

In our private school in Alcobendas, students explore a comprehensive curriculum and a wealth of extracurricular activities, gaining a holistic preparation to excel in their exams, at university and in their future careers. Our top students reach grades above 13 out of 14 in the EvAU, and perfect 45 scores (maximum grade) in the IBDP, an extraordinary feat that less than 1% of learners globally can achieve. Additionally, their Maths grades surpass the global average by 30%.

All students benefit from a purpose-designed university and careers programme, which ensures that 90% of our graduates are accepted into their first-choice universities in Spain and abroad, including those in the renowned Russell Group in the UK. Additionally, to empower our top-performing students, we offer an exclusive Gifted and Talented programme to help them reach new heights.

Top Education in Soto de la Moraleja

Ranked No.1 School in Spain

Recognised as a top 5 school in Spain by El Mundo School Ranking for the past 15 years, San Patricio offers a track record of academic excellence which ensures a leading education

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The Best of National & International Curricula

Comprehensive curricula for Secondary & High School, with the widest range of IB Diploma subject options in Madrid, fulfilling each student's most ambitious aspirations

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Top University Destinations

With our effective programmes & preparation, our graduates secure places at top universities in Spain (e.g. IE, CEU, Autónoma, Complutense, Carlos III) & abroad (top European & Russell Group universities, plus sports scholarships in US colleges)

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World-leading Academic Results

We guide our students to consistently excel in external assessments and prepare them to reach maximum scores in the IBDP

Academic Stages

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Secondary School - ESO & IB MYP

Ages 12-16
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High School - National Baccalaureate

Ages 16-18
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High School - IB Diploma Programme

Ages 16-18
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Outstanding Academic Results in the Spanish & IBDP Examinations

Congratulations to our students' exceptional achievements in the National and International Baccalaureate curricula. Thanks to their hard work and dedication, alongside the passion and support of our teaching team, and our school's ambitious educational approach, our students excel in the EVAU (University Entrance Exam) and IBDP exams. These outstanding results allow them to embark on their higher education journey with a competitive edge, and have a successful life beyond school.

IBDP 2024 Results

34

Average Point Score

42

Highest Score Achieved

 85.23%

Awarded Bilingual Diplomas  

EvAU 2024 Results

100%

Approved

10,6

Average Score out of 14

49%

Achieved 11 or More

9,65

Highest Score out of 10

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Leading National & International Curricula

Our school in El Soto de la Moraleja, Alcobendas is rooted in solid Christian values and offers a robust education spanning academics, sports, and the arts, with a focus on tradition, innovation and multilingualism (Spanish, English, French and German). Beyond the curriculum, our learners can discover and cultivate their talents in extensive co-curricular and extracurricular activities, taking their skills to the next level.

In the El Soto campus, Secondary students follow a unique combination of the Spanish Secondary Curriculum (ESO) with the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), while Baccalaureate level students at High School choose either the Spanish Baccalaureate or the globally-recognised International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, both of which provide excellent preparation to achieve the most ambitious goals at university and their professional lives.

Exceptional Facilities in El Soto de La Moraleja Campus

San Patricio El Soto offers purpose-designed facilities for students to gain a love of learning and develop their passions in a wide range of activities spanning academics, sports, technology and the arts. All facilities and equipment are carefully planned to help pupils to reach their maximum potential. 

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Fully-Equipped Classrooms

Students in our private school enjoy engaging lessons fostering academic excellence in fully-equipped classrooms and science labs (physics, chemistry and biology), as well as technology labs (robotics, design and technology), in addition to Inspired Metaverse VR School Rooms. 

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Purpose-Built Arts Rooms

For the creative and performing arts, there are different specialised classrooms – drama, music and visual arts – as well as our renowned San Patricio Arts Centre, featuring specific rooms and materials to develop students' creativity and artistic talents and skills in extracurricular lessons.

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Extensive Sports Facilities & Common Areas

Pupils in the El Soto campus also benefit from exceptional sports facilities, instilling healthy habits and an active lifestyle. These include an indoor sports hall, basketball courts, athletics track, indoor football pitch, and ping pong tables. 

For quiet study, students can take advantage of our fully-stocked school library. The playgrounds and leisure areas allow our students to develop their skills outside the classroom. Additionally, there is a school Chapel, radio studio, assembly hall, a cafeteria serving nutritious meals, and an infirmary. 

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Extracurricular programmes at El Soto Private School
 

Extensive Enrichment Opportunities

Students on the El Soto campus have a wide array of enrichment clubs and extracurricular activities to complement their education, allowing them to pursue new interests and talents. They participate in sports activities including basketball, volleyball and athletics, performing extremely well in interschool tournaments, and can take advantage of the various artistic options available at the San Patricio Arts Centre, spanning music, drama and visual arts. Students can also take language lessons as extracurriculars and get official certification for English, French and German.

With our international pathways come exceptional activities such as the Duke of Edinburgh Award, where students can pass the various bronze, silver and gold levels, and the Debate Club, in which students develop critical thinking and effective communication skills both in Spanish and English in international programmes like the Model European Parliament (MEP), Model United Nations (MUN), and the CICAE Debate League. 

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