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There are three kinds of schools in Spain: public, state-subsidised private and
private, although most are public or state-subsidised private.
Public: These schools are publicly owned and run by the different
Autonomous Communities. They are free.
State-subsidised private: Private schools that are subsidised by the
Autonomous Communities to provide compulsory education free of charge. Some
charge small amounts for teaching materials, clothing, etc.
Private: Privately-owned establishments whose cost depends on many
factors, such as the enrolment fee, whether services are included, or not, eg.
transport, school meals, special classes, sports, facilities, etc. The minimum
cost is around €200 per month, while the maximum depends on the services
agreed and the type of school, and may total more than €500.
Timetables
These may be full or part-time, depending on the educational level studied
and the school chosen. A continuous day of teaching, without any breaks, usually
runs from 9.00 to 14.00, leaving the afternoons free. If the day is split, the
classes end at lunch time, for example from 9.00 to 12:30 and then from 15.00 to
17.00. Most primary education establishments split their teaching day, with
small time variations, while secondary schools usually teach over a continuous
day.
Enrolment period
Applications for compulsory schooling open in the months of March and April.
There is a special period in September. However, applications for compulsory
education are accepted throughout the school year if there is a good reason for
changing schools.
School calendar
There may be variations between the different Autonomous Communities, but
starting dates are in mid-September and finishing dates are in June, with
holidays at Christmas, Easter and in the summer.
Last updated 02/08
Source: European Union
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