Recently in the Chinese parent community in Zaragoza, I’ve noticed many inquiries about Thai international schools. My child has been attending this school for nearly two years, and today I’d like to share some genuine experiences and insights.
School Overview
The school is located near downtown Zaragoza with convenient transportation access. It adopts the Thai education system while incorporating some local Spanish teaching elements. To be honest, I was initially concerned whether this hybrid model would suit my child, but the actual experience has been quite positive. The school is relatively small, with approximately 200 students, maintaining a good student-teacher ratio that allows teachers to give attention to each child.
Curriculum and Teaching Features
The school offers a flexible curriculum arrangement. In addition to standard subjects like mathematics, languages, and sciences found in [Zaragoza schools], it places special emphasis on arts and physical education. There are dedicated Thai language classes each week, which is an excellent option for parents wanting their children to master an additional language. Worth mentioning is that the school’s bilingual teaching is exceptionally well-executed, with teachers adjusting their teaching methods according to each child’s language proficiency level.
Here’s the basic curriculum schedule:
| Grade | Weekly Hours | Core Subjects | Special Courses |
|---|
| Grades 1-3 | 25 hours | Language Arts, Math, English | Thai, Arts |
| Grades 4-6 | 28 hours | Plus Science, Social Studies | Thai, Music, PE |
| Grades 7-9 | 30 hours | All Subjects | Thai, Electives |
Tuition and Admission Requirements
Regarding tuition, it’s considered mid-range compared to other international schools in Zaragoza. Each semester costs approximately 4,500 euros, including textbooks but excluding lunch. Admission requires the child’s academic transcripts and health certificates. There’s no particularly strict entrance exam; it mainly involves an interview to understand the child’s basic situation. The school also accepts mid-semester transfers, which is quite accommodating.
Parent Feedback and Suggestions
Based on my conversations with other parents, the overall evaluation of the school is quite positive. Teachers are responsible and regularly communicate with parents about their children’s academic progress. However, there are areas for improvement, such as relatively fewer extracurricular activities. We hope the school will add more club activities similar to those at [Zaragoza Chinese schools] in the future.
If you’re considering [Zaragoza high schools] for your child, I recommend scheduling a visit first to experience the school atmosphere firsthand. Every child is different, and what works for others may not work for yours, so decisions should be based on individual circumstances. Feel free to share questions in the comments section, and let’s help each other out.
