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In the past, boarding schools had a negative connotation in many countries. The International Boarding School at San Patricio Toledo is actively reshaping that perception.

Life in the new boarding schools is the opposite of the stressful routines of many children who live outside their school. They usually wake up earlier than usual to catch the school bus, or their parents must go the extra mile to take them to school or to their extracurricular activities and to get to work on time. 

Thanks to the welcoming and safe environment that is created in these schools, students can enjoy a good climate in which to develop without getting so homesick. The constant communication between the school team and their families will make the absence of the youngest ones in the house more bearable by having updated and continuous information on their status and progress, both academic and personal.  

In many Latin American countries, boarding schools are seen as very exclusive schools which the wealthiest families send their children to in order to get an outstanding education, especially those located abroad. For decades, the favourite destinations of these families were Switzerland and the United Kingdom. Little by little, Spain is occupying one of the most important positions when it comes to choosing a boarding school in another country.  

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Since it opened its doors in 2006,San Patricio Toledo Boarding House (originally called Tagus School) has managed to become an example and a world reference of this new vision of prestigious boarding schools, now ranked at the same level as the Swiss and British schools which have been offering the most complete and exclusive education for decades.  

More than an ordinary private school with a boarding residence, we seek to share with the families a vision of their children’s future, so that together we can become as the catalyst for change in the Spanish educational system. Since then, we have continued to grow every year with new students from Spain and other countries

We award a limited number of scholarships based on Academic and Personal Excellence, and financial need. 

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 Why Choose San Patricio for a Spanish Boarding School Experience?


 

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The main reasons for our success are based on two pillars: on the one hand, an educational excellence that allows our students to achieve some of the best academic results worldwide, placing us on par with the leading countries in education, such as Finland or South Korea. On the other hand, a solid intellectual and moral training, rooted in humanism, encourages each student to develop their individual abilities in an autonomous and responsible way. 

Our teaching team instils not only knowledge, but also an important set of values ​​that prepare them for adult life, such as politeness, acceptance of norms and discipline, dialogue, trust and respect for others as well as a freedom to express their opinions. 

Students at International School San Patricio Toledo are also prepared to face their professional future within a multicultural environment, since they learn English and a second foreign language to be able to communicate fluently in other countries, both for tourism, and for studies or work. 

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Another aspect that we consider important is to promote health education. Therefore, following the Latin maxim “mens sana in corpore sano”, our students learn the basics of a balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle, participate in sports activities (both individual and team), learn to preserve nature and enjoy it, and receive affective-sexual education and education for the prevention of risky behaviors such as the consumption of narcotic substances or alcohol.

In the intellectual field, we strive to transmit good study habits to the student that awaken their interest in learning and reading, we encourage teamwork among students, we introduce them to the use of new technologies as learning tools complementary to study hours with paper material, we teach them to discern between what is important and what is secondary, and we provide them with all the necessary tools to give creative responses to any conflict or problem to be solved.

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Students learn and practise English and other languages


International School San Patricio is very aware of the importance of speaking different languages for personal enrichment. That is why we favour their multilingual learning, focusing on oral communication skills, and on preparing students for international experiences. 

In addition, from the early years, all students are immersed in the English language in a natural way, have native English-speaking teachers, and receive half of the classes in English. Recognising the importance of speaking other languages ​​in our interconnected world, we also offer French and German to our students. 

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Multicultural Environment in a Spanish Boarding School


 The presence of students of different nationalities at International School San Patricio Toledo enriches the experience of both day and boarding students, providing a culturally diverse environment that exposes them to different perspectives and ways of life. This experience is vital for the relationships they will have in their future professional life. 

High-Quality Boarding Facilities

Boarding students at International School San Patricio share a room with their classmates, accommodating up to four children per room. This naturally acquaints them with the rules of successful coexistence and communication necessary in the development of any person. However, they also retain their own personal space, as each boarder is provided with a private closet, shelves, and a work and reading table. 

Our state-of-the-art boarding residence is located within our expansive 30,000 m² campus, featuring exceptional school facilities. These include a library, an auditorium with 300 seats, a fully-equipped indoor sports centre, a triathlon centre, volleyball and football fields, a 200m athletics track, and two swimming pools, one of which is equipped for aquatic skills. 

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Exceptional University Preparation


The boarding lifestyle, where discipline and independence prevail, provides excellent preparation for the university stage. During their stay at the centre, students not only acquire effective study habits, but also develop an interest in expanding knowledge beyond the classroom. This will be very useful when students enter University, where they are responsible for their learning outcomes. 

Extensive Extracurricular & Weekend Boarding Activities

One of the guiding principles of our boarding residence in Toledo is for students to complement their study hours with other activities beyond academics. For this reason, we organise trips, cultural excursions, ski trips, multi-adventure activities in nature, or water sports such as sailing, kayaking, windsurfing or kitesurfing. In addition, we offer a wealth of on-campus sports, artistic, and recreational activities. 

Ultimately, times change, and so does education. In our boarding school in Spain, we educate our students for those changes, for them to become adults ready with the skills and knowledge base to live and excel in the globalised and multicultural society of the 21st century. 

The Boarding School of the 21st Century


International School San Patricio is considered one of the best boarding schools in Spain.  Discover all your child can achieve with our school’s outstanding education for the 21st Century. 

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Do not hesitate to contact us so we can solve any questions or doubts that may arise about our Boarding School at International School San Patricio Toledo. We will be delighted to help you choose the best option for your child.