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1. DEFINITION
The education system in Spain is regulated and defined by state and regional laws. Formal education is characterized as an organized and regulated system of teaching that adheres to a curriculum and grants recognized academic certificates. The Spanish education system is structured into stages, courses, and levels. Progression from one educational level to another is typically achieved through the completion of courses and the attainment of academic certificates.
1.1. EDUCATION BY AGE IN SPANISH TERRITORY
- EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (Preschool) – for children aged 0 to 6 years.
- PRIMARY EDUCATION – for students aged 6 to 12 years.
- COMPULSORY SECONDARY EDUCATION (ESO) – for students aged 12 to 16 years.
- BACHELOR’S DEGREE OR VOCATIONAL TRAINING (FP). Includes Intermediate-level vocational training cycles and Advanced-level vocational training cycles.
- UNIVERSITY EDUCATION.
- ADULT EDUCATION – Available for individuals aged 16 years and older. More information: Click here to access the link
2. Where to Enroll for School Admission?
REGULAR ENROLLMENT PERIOD
- Direcció Territorial de València de la Conselleria d’Educació, Investigació, Cultura i Esport.
C/ Gregori Gea nº14, 46009, València. Teléfono: 963 866 000 - Inspecció General d’Educació de la Comunitat Valenciana.
Av. Campanar, 32 – 46015, València. Teléfono: 961 970 091
EXTRAORDINARY ENROLLMENT PERIOD
- For information and enrollment during the extraordinary period, students enrolling outside the deadline, should visit the CONSELLERIA DE EDUCACIÓN website.
- For more information on enrollment:
CONSELLERIA DE EDUCACIÓN AVDA. CAMPANAR Nº32, TF: 900 202 122
admissiovalenciacapital.blogspot.com. Additionally on this blog, you will find information regarding schools in Valencia with available vacancies.
The Citizen Service Office is located at the following address: C/ Amadeu de Savoia, 11. Pati B, planta baixa (Former Tabacalera Building) Phone: 963 525 478.
3. WHERE TO PURSUE EDUCATION FROM THE EDUCATION SYSTEM?
- Public Centers: These institutions are secular and receive funding from the public administration. Admission criteria are determined by the Administration, and capacity may be limited.
- Private Centers: Private institutions are funded by student’s families, and admission criteria can vary from one institution to another.
- Concerted Centers: These are private institutions that receive subsidies, at least in part, from the public administration.
4. AID AND SCHOLARSHIPS FOR EDUCATION
Ajuntament de València
— School Voucher
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–School Cafeteria
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Ministerio de Educación y Formación Profesional
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