EDUCATIONAL MODEL
Casvi International American School is an International Baccalaureate school in Madrid and offers Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary Education, and High School. Thanks to the continuum of the three IB Programs (PYP, MYP and DP), students can start preparing for the Diploma Program from the age of three, within the American curriculum.
IB METHODOLOGY
International Baccalaureate School in Madrid
Casvi International American School is one the few private schools in Madrid that offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program Continuum. These three programs are PYP (Primary Years Program), MYP (Middle Years Program), and DP (Diploma Program).
The International Baccalaureate (IB) is a globally recognized educational approach that seeks to develop well-rounded, reflective, and internationally minded individuals. This educational framework focuses not only on the academic part but also on the integral education of students, teaching skills such as critical thinking, inquiry, and empathy. The IB methodology encourages students to explore connections between disciplines, promoting intercultural understanding and positive action in the community.
At Casvi International American School, as an International Baccalaureate school in Madrid, we fully embrace the IB principles to inspire deep and lasting learning in our students. From an early age, we encourage the acquisition of skills and aptitudes useful for our students to face the challenges of the future.
PYP (3 - 12 years old)
MYP (11 - 16 years old)
DP (16 - 18 years old)
The Programa de la Escuela Primaria or Primary Years Program (PYP) enables students to develop and express their opinions, make choices, and take responsibility. Through units of inquiry, students develop a solid conceptual understanding beyond the acquisition of knowledge. It forms supportive and culturally aware children, capable of actively participating in their own learning.
Learn more about our Preschool, Kindergarten, and Elementary Education system.
The Programa de los Años Intermedios or Middle Years Programme (MYP) encourages students to make practical connections between their studies and the real world. In addition, it is an inclusive program that benefits students with a wide range of academic interests and skills. Students’ confidence to manage their own learning and make connections between their learning in the classroom and in the real world is developed.
Learn more about our High School.
The Diploma Program prepares students for their future. It seeks to promote a mindset of inquiry in students, fostering a desire to learn and preparing them to excel in their career paths. The ultimate goal is for students to achieve knowledge while growing physically, intellectually, emotionally, and ethically.
Learn more about our Diploma Program.
American Curriculum
We teach the International Baccalaureate (IB) methodology within the American curriculum, which is distinguished by its comprehensive approach and adaptability to the individual needs of students. We provide a solid education from Preschool through High School and Diploma Program.
In the early stages of Preschool, we focus on the development of fundamental skills and encourage children’s curiosity. As they advance to more advanced levels in Primary School, our curriculum expands to address more in-depth academic concepts and specialized skills.
Our educational methodology in these later phases, as in Middle School, focuses on preparing students for higher academic challenges, while cultivating practical skills and critical thinking. Thus, throughout all phases, we seek to provide our students with the foundation necessary to become High School and achieve academic and personal success.
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English as a language of instruction
As an International Baccalaureate (IB) school in Madrid offering an American curriculum, the language of instruction at Casvi International American School is English. From Nursery to Diploma Program, students receive most of their lessons in English, thanks to highly qualified native English-speaking teachers.
ACCREDITATIONS
Community of Madrid
Middle States Association
IB School
Casvi International American School is officially authorized by the Community of Madrid as a foreign educational institution, with center code 28078511.
In accordance with Spanish law, as an American school in Spain, we are accredited by one of the four accrediting agencies in the United States. In our case, we are member of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
We have accreditation for all three International Baccalaureate (IB) programs, at all stages of education: PYP, MYP, and DP.
INNOVATION
At our International Baccalaureate school in Madrid, we prioritize innovation in teaching. Students are encouraged not only to acquire knowledge, but also to investigate, reflect, and apply what they learn. For this reason, all subjects have a very important practical part. Through the programs (PYP, MYP and DP), students develop their full potential in multiple aspects. Values, skills, content and multiple competencies are essential for the personal, emotional and professional development of our students.
LINGUISTIC AND TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATION
In addition to methodological innovation, our school is also at the forefront of language teaching and technology.
We teach the languages most in demand in today’s society, such as English, German and Chinese. We also teach the use of technology.
