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by Luna, 3rd year ESo student and member of the ecoescuela committee. This month, the Ecoescuela committee has continued working on different activities related to responsible consumption: organizing new actions and keeping awareness  going. One of these actions aimed at raising awareness, was carried out in primary school; sixth grade students participated in the slogan […]

By Gonzalo from 1st BACH CCSS The students of 1BACH B CCSS, we carried out an activity in Contemporary History class about writing a letter from the role of the soldiers in World War I, 1914-1018, specifically in the period of trench warfare. Thanks to this activity, we have been able to empathize with their […]

The SAMUR workshop allowed us to learn certain things of which we were not aware and which are of vital importance for life. The maneuvers that we were able to learn in the workshop were explained by professionals and are necessary to be able to help people in difficulty in emergencies. I consider that this […]

As part of the diploma curriculum they have to acquire a series of experimental skills. The preparation of solutions and titration (concentration titrations of an unknown solution from a known solution) are part of these skills. In the image we can observe the final result of an acid-base titration, the indicator used (phenolphthalein) changes to […]

At Internacional Aravaca, we believe in learning through real experiences, and this week, our Filmmakers students had the incredible opportunity to meet Jaime Lorente, renowned for his roles in La Casa de Papel, Cristo y Rey, Élite, and movies like Tin&Tina, 42 segundos, and Disco Ibiza Locomía. During his visit, Jaime shared his journey in […]

Madrid, [February 17, 2025] – On February 13, St. George Madrid hosted the highly anticipated TEDxSt George Madrid Youth event under the theme “Unlocking Tomorrow’s World,” where 13 young students presented their innovative ideas on the challenges and opportunities that the future holds for us. The event, held at the St. George Madrid campus, attracted […]

On 26th and 27th February , 4º ESO students took part in the TED Talk project during English classes, with the main goal of improving their public speaking and communication skills. Through this activity, students had the opportunity to research and present a topic of their choice within a main global theme entitled: Humanity Reinvented, […]

The 4th ESO students enjoyed an exciting day at the company they were visiting, Ericsson, where they were explained how the company works and the different departments. Among the people who spoke with them were the Director of Customer Marketing, the Director of Innovation, the Director of External Communication, the Manager of Employee Engagement, the […]

The 4º ESO and 0 Bachillerato students enjoyed an exciting day at the climbing gym, where they practiced bouldering, rope climbing on track and knot tying techniques. During the activity, they tested their strength, balance and teamwork, overcoming challenges and gaining self-confidence. The trip was a success, with great enthusiasm on the part of the […]

This year’s Carnival celebration at our school was nothing short of spectacular! Early Years and Primary students embraced the festive spirit by arriving in creative and colorful costumes, adding excitement to the day’s special activities. One of the highlights of the celebration was the traditional gymkhana, where Primary students joined forces with 1st and 2nd […]

The I2 students have taken advantage of working on the topic of land transportation to have a great time at the car wash. This sensory activity is not only a lot of fun, but it also helps us work on several very important aspects at this stage, such as the development of the senses, motor […]

This month, the 3-year-old kicked off their new IB unit with a motivational activity focused on recycling. The day was filled with excitement, learning, and lots of fun, as the little ones not only learned about the importance of caring for the environment but also actively and creatively experienced recycling firsthand. The students brought various […]

The children in I4 celebrated Chinese New Year this past January 29th. Their IB unit of enquiry focused on world cultures and traditions, specifically Chinese, African, Arab and Hindu cultures. The children were involved in discovering the characteristics of these cultures, their celebrations, language, traditions, housing, and food. So… what better way to learn about […]

On January 20th, the children in I5 had a field trip to Arqueopinto as an activity for their second unit of inquiry.  The central idea for this unit is “Ancient Civilizations reflect today’s society”. The children had a great time and were able to visit a typical Roman home and see first hand how the […]

Last Friday, January 20th, the youngest students at our school experienced a magical day with the visit of the Three Kings. With great excitement, they handed over their letters filled with wishes, many inspired by the values we nurture in our classrooms, such as kindness, effort, and generosity. Each child, with patience and enthusiasm, waited […]

International Aravaca School celebrates Christmas in “Wonderland” (the sensory classroom) inspired by the song “Winter Wonderland”. They recreated a snowy forest using simple materials like sugar, salt, and shredded paper. This magical space stimulates the little ones senses with soft textures and surprising visual effects, transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary. Children enjoy activities that […]

At Colegio Internacional Aravaca, we believe education goes beyond textbooks. That’s why we are integrating essential tools into our classrooms to help students understand how their brains work and how they can care for them from an early age. Did you know that teaching children to take small pauses throughout the day can make a […]

Democratic rule management for children is a way of teaching children, in a simple and fun way, how to decide together on rules that help them live together better. It is about listening to everyone’s ideas, talking about what is fair and making sure that everyone understands and respects the rules because they made them […]

Last November 29th we had the family school “The importance of attachment”, with Beatriz Cazurro.  Several infant and primary school families were able to attend and listen to Beatriz talk about the development of attachment and accompaniment in childhood. In addition, thanks to the interventions of those who wanted to participate, we were able to […]

This year’s Carnival celebration at our school was nothing short of spectacular! Early Years and Primary students embraced the festive spirit by arriving in creative and colorful costumes, adding excitement to the day’s special activities. One of the highlights of the celebration was the traditional gymkhana, where Primary students joined forces with 1st and 2nd […]

As part of their inquiry unit on the media, 5th-grade students had an unforgettable experience during their visit to Vaughan, a leader in teaching English through innovative platforms such as radio and television. This activity, designed to motivate students and enrich their learning, was filled with surprises and practical lessons. The day began in a […]

Last Friday, some EPO and  ESO classes enjoyed the “IA Sports Day”, an outdoor sports day, where students took part in different tournaments. The 5th and 6th grade students played soccer, dodgeball and cooperative games at the Puerta de Hierro Sports Complex. At the Valle de las Cañas facilities, students in 1st and 2nd ESO […]

Este mes de Noviembre los alumnos de Primaria y Secundaria han disfrutado de nuestra “Rugby Week”, donde hemos tenido la suerte de contar con jugadores profesionales de rugby, del Club Olímpico de Pozuelo y de la Selección española absoluta. Los jugadores han estado una semana en nuestro colegio impartiendo clases técnicas y tácticas de este […]

As part of our Thanksgiving celebration, students are honoring the unsung heroes of our school: the canteen, cleaning, maintenance, secretaría, and nursing staff. Each class has prepared heartfelt thank-you cards to express their appreciation for these incredible individuals who care for us and ensure everything runs smoothly. Their dedication, kindness, and hard work are essential […]

During this term we have been working on different aspects that can improve our daily lives. With their tutors, the EPO students have been thinking about what a rule is and why they are necessary. They became aware that rules must be present in groups to improve the environment in school, work and play.  Through […]

On The 20th and 21st of November, Students from 3ºA and 3ºB went to the Museum of Anthropology to commence the new unit of inquiry. We are currently learning about cultures, and what better way to learn about this topic than taking a trip to center of Madrid and learning about it in person. We had a tour […]

On November 18th, the 2nd-grade students had an amazing experience visiting the Lunar Museum as part of their inquiry unit, particularly focusing on the line of inquiry: “The structure of the Solar System.” This field trip allowed them to dive deeper into the fascinating world of space travel, missions to other planets, and the daily […]

Within the school, activities are carried out continuously to safeguard the safety of the students.  In 1st and 2nd Primary we have carried out different activities by reading a story about emotions and the feeling of safety.  They have made different drawings about how the body feels when we are safe, when we feel respected […]

Last November 29th we had the family school “The importance of attachment”, with Beatriz Cazurro.  Several infant and primary school families were able to attend and listen to Beatriz talk about the development of attachment and accompaniment in childhood. In addition, thanks to the interventions of those who wanted to participate, we were able to […]

On 26th and 27th February , 4º ESO students took part in the TED Talk project during English classes, with the main goal of improving their public speaking and communication skills. Through this activity, students had the opportunity to research and present a topic of their choice within a main global theme entitled: Humanity Reinvented, […]

The 4th ESO students enjoyed an exciting day at the company they were visiting, Ericsson, where they were explained how the company works and the different departments. Among the people who spoke with them were the Director of Customer Marketing, the Director of Innovation, the Director of External Communication, the Manager of Employee Engagement, the […]

The 4º ESO and 0 Bachillerato students enjoyed an exciting day at the climbing gym, where they practiced bouldering, rope climbing on track and knot tying techniques. During the activity, they tested their strength, balance and teamwork, overcoming challenges and gaining self-confidence. The trip was a success, with great enthusiasm on the part of the […]

Last Tuesday February 11th, our 4th ESO and 1st Baccalaureate German students went to the exhibition Uncertain times – Germany between the wars, at Caixaforum in Madrid .  This period in history is a turbulent time that determined many historical event coming after. From the History and German Department we wanted to give our students […]

The students of 2nd ESO have worked on an innovative project in which they have created a podcast about the Crusades, a fundamental topic in medieval history. This work, which combines the learning of historical content with communication skills and teamwork, has been the result of their effort and creativity. The aim of this project […]

On February 14th and 17th, 2º ESO A and B students took part in the guided tour “Street Art and Graffiti, an Open Book”, exploring the streets of Madrid to discover street art as a form of artistic, cultural, and social expression. Throughout the tour, they observed different types of urban art, from murals and […]

On December 17th, 4th ESO (MYP5) students read an adapted version of The Frogs Who Wished for a King to 1st EPO A pupils. The primary learning goal was to improve the ability to adapt difficult texts to make them more engaging and understandable for younger readers while retaining their original core.  Prior to this […]

Last Friday, January 17th, 4th ESO (MYP5) students participated in an enriching visit to the Palacio de Cibeles, home to the Metropolitan Cultural Center, CentroCentro. The aim of this activity was to appreciate Madrid’s historical and monumental heritage, understand the urban and historical context of the building, and bring students closer to emblematic and significant […]

The ease of access to artificial intelligence tools may tempt students to avoid hard work, which would affect their ability to think critically and independently. For this reason, teaching our secondary education students to write bibliographic references through workshops in the library is essential for their academic and personal development, as it will benefit them […]

Last Friday, some EPO and  ESO classes enjoyed the “IA Sports Day”, an outdoor sports day, where students took part in different tournaments. The 5th and 6th grade students played soccer, dodgeball and cooperative games at the Puerta de Hierro Sports Complex. At the Valle de las Cañas facilities, students in 1st and 2nd ESO […]

By Gonzalo from 1st BACH CCSS The students of 1BACH B CCSS, we carried out an activity in Contemporary History class about writing a letter from the role of the soldiers in World War I, 1914-1018, specifically in the period of trench warfare. Thanks to this activity, we have been able to empathize with their […]

The SAMUR workshop allowed us to learn certain things of which we were not aware and which are of vital importance for life. The maneuvers that we were able to learn in the workshop were explained by professionals and are necessary to be able to help people in difficulty in emergencies. I consider that this […]

As part of the diploma curriculum they have to acquire a series of experimental skills. The preparation of solutions and titration (concentration titrations of an unknown solution from a known solution) are part of these skills. In the image we can observe the final result of an acid-base titration, the indicator used (phenolphthalein) changes to […]

The 4º ESO and 0 Bachillerato students enjoyed an exciting day at the climbing gym, where they practiced bouldering, rope climbing on track and knot tying techniques. During the activity, they tested their strength, balance and teamwork, overcoming challenges and gaining self-confidence. The trip was a success, with great enthusiasm on the part of the […]

On Friday, January 24th, 2025, a group of 18 2nd-year Bachillerato students went on an academic trip to IEB University, where they participated in an engaging session dedicated to Business Analytics. The purpose of the visit was to introduce students to the world of data analysis and decision-making based on Big Data, one of the […]

On Friday, January 24th, 2025, a group of 18 2nd-year Bachillerato students went on an academic trip to IEB University, where they participated in an engaging session dedicated to Business Analytics. The purpose of the visit was to introduce students to the world of data analysis and decision-making based on Big Data, one of the […]

On Tuesday, January 14th, 2025, 2nd-year Bachillerato students had the opportunity to attend the Academic Orientation and University Access Workshops organized by Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M) at its Leganés campus. These workshops are designed to guide students who will take the university entrance exams (PAU) this year, providing key information for their academic […]

On Monday, January 20th, 1st-year Bachillerato students attended the “I Want to Be a Pilot” talk, an initiative organized by Iberia as part of its Diversity Plan, which sparked great interest among the students. The goal of the activity was to introduce professional opportunities in the aviation sector, particularly in the pilot career. The talk […]

The high school students of Biology have carried out a very special laboratory practice, since it was guided by our former student Ana A., student of Biomedicine. The objective was to determine the influence of pH on the reaction rate of the enzyme catalase. With this practice the experimental skills of the students are developed, […]

On the occasion of Science Week, the students of the 1st year of Bachillerato visited the Faculty of Psychology of the UCM. They participated in different workshops about the management of emotions in studies, discovered how research with animals can give us information about human behavior and played to collaborate or compete in different challenges. […]