Schools in Spain – the Book you wanted!
Are you planning a move to Spain with kids? One of the biggest concerns for international families is understanding how the school system in Spain works. From figuring out enrollment to choosing between public, private, or bilingual schools, navigating Spanish education can feel overwhelming – especially if you don’t speak the language or aren’t familiar with how things are done here. That’s why we created this book.
“We’re Moving! A Practical Guide to Schools in Spain for Relocating Families” is the book about schools in Spain we wish we had when we started our own journey. It’s friendly, realistic, and absolutely packed with helpful information. Whether you’re moving to Málaga, Madrid, or a sleepy village in the countryside, this guide will walk you through the Spanish education system step by step -without the jargon, confusion, or stress.
What’s Inside
Here’s a quick peek at what the guide covers:
🎓 How the Spanish school system is structured (it’s more layered than it seems!)
🏫 The difference between public, semi-private (concertado), private, and international schools
📄 Step-by-step enrollment process and documents you’ll need
💬 What to expect when your child doesn’t speak Spanish yet
🧠 How Spain supports special educational needs, including autism
📆 The school calendar, grading system, and even how much homework to expect
🤹 Tips for helping your child adjust culturally and emotionally
We’ve also included:
✅ Glossary of Spanish school terms and acronyms
🌐 Links to each Autonomous Community’s education portal
We’ve condensed the information on the Schools section of the blog and added important topics, such as homeschooling, special needs education and support programs. We explain what happens if your child doesn’t speak Spanish, how the school year is organized, and what kind of grading, teaching styles, and even homework you can expect. There’s also a full chapter on how Spain supports children with special needs – including specific information for families dealing with autism – and advice on helping your child adjust emotionally and culturally to their new environment.
Here’s a sneak peek of the contents page:
How to get the Book
“We’re Moving! A Practical Guide to Schools in Spain for Relocating Families” is a 160+ pages book available now as an easy-to-read digital download, very straight to the point. It is available on Amazon – purchases are done there, not through Mama Málaga – and you can get it from the Amazon you find more convenient:
The book is available in English on all of the shops above, with plenty of Spanish terms translated. This guide was written for parents just like you – families relocating to Spain from abroad, digital nomads with school-age kids, or anyone simply trying to make sense of Spain’s education system. If you’ve ever found yourself googling terms like “CEIP,” “EBAU,” or “concertado” and ending up more confused than when you started, this book is for you.
Questions?
We love hearing from readers! If you have questions or want to share your own experience with schools in Spain, leave a comment or reach out – we’re building a whole community of informed, empowered relocating families.
“We’re Moving!” is available now as a digital download, and we hope it will make your transition into Spanish school life feel a little clearer – and a lot less stressful. It’s not just a guidebook; it’s a friendly hand on your shoulder during a major life move.
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