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Strengths Trilingual Education, Academic Excellence, Music
Clubs Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing, Academic and Intellectual
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
St. Patrick's English School is a state-subsidised cooperative school in San Sebastián (Donostia), Spain, founded in 1976. The trilingual school teaches in English, Spanish, and Basque (Euskera), with 86% of students achieving the Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (C1) and 44% of Bachillerato students reaching C2 Proficiency level. The school achieves a 100% pass rate in university entrance examinations (Selectividad) over seven consecutive years, with an average score of 7.4. It has been ranked among Spain's top 100 schools, with family satisfaction rated 9.24/10. The school fields 17 sports teams, operates a music school teaching 13 instruments, and organises 14 international exchanges across four countries during a student's school career.
St. Patrick's English School has 886 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English, Spanish, Basque.
Location
The school is at Calle Lanberri, 25, in the Aiete neighbourhood of Donostia-San Sebastián, in the Basque Country of northern Spain. San Sebastián is a coastal city near the French border with its own airport and rail connections.
Stages
Four stages: Early Childhood (Infantil), Primary (Primaria), Secondary (Secundaria/ESO), and Upper Secondary (Bachillerato). This covers the full Spanish educational pathway from age 3 to 18.
Type
St. Patrick's is a Concertado (state-subsidised) cooperative school, meaning it receives public funding while operating as a cooperative with family, student, and staff involvement in governance.
Country affiliation
A Spanish school with strong English and international connections. Teaching staff come from Ireland, the UK, and the USA. 14 international exchanges across 4 countries.
Bus service
Bus service operates from Irún, Errenteria, Oiartzun, Trintxerpe, and Lasarte.
Academics
St. Patrick's English School teaches Spanish Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
The school follows the Spanish educational curriculum in a trilingual format. 86% of students achieve the Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (C1), and 44% of Bachillerato students reach C2 Proficiency. Digital devices are provided to students from age 7, making it one of the first Basque Government-certified technology centres.
Exam Results
100% pass rate in the Selectividad (university entrance exam) for seven consecutive years, with an average score of 7.4 out of 10.
Higher Education Progression
100% Selectividad pass rate ensures all graduates can access university education. The average score of 7.4 provides competitive access to degree programmes.
Wellbeing
Mental Wellbeing
Family satisfaction is rated 9.24/10. Staff satisfaction is 9/10. Values education satisfaction is rated 8.40/10 by families.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Contact the school at +34 943 215 997. 2. The school is a Concertado (state-subsidised) cooperative. 3. Open to students from Early Childhood through Bachillerato.
FAQs
What languages does the school teach in?
The school is trilingual: English, Spanish, and Basque (Euskera) are all languages of instruction.
What are the English proficiency results?
86% of students achieve Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (C1). 44% of Bachillerato students reach C2 (Proficiency).
What are the university entrance results?
100% Selectividad pass rate for seven consecutive years, with an average score of 7.4.
Is there a bus service?
Yes, from Irún, Errenteria, Oiartzun, Trintxerpe, and Lasarte.
What sports are available?
17 school and federated sports teams compete across multiple disciplines. 7,059 sqm of sports facilities.
Is there a music programme?
Yes, a music school teaches 13 instruments with 3 instrumental ensembles and rock groups.
Are there international exchanges?
Yes, 14 exchanges and trips across 4 countries including Southampton, Liverpool, and Libourne (France).
When was the school founded?
St. Patrick's was founded in 1976 in San Sebastián.
What type of school is it?
A Concertado (state-subsidised) cooperative school with family, student, and staff participation in governance.
How satisfied are families?
Family satisfaction is rated 9.24/10 at end of studies. Family-teacher relationship satisfaction is 8.59/10.
