curriculum includes natural and social sciences, Spanish and an autonomous language (if applicable),
literature, mathematics, arts, physical education and a foreign language
secondary school
from 12 to 16 years old
first cycle (2 years)
two subjects can be choosen from: moral and social
education, art, music, IT and a second foreign
language
second cycle (two years)
in the last year students have to choose three
of the following subjects: biology and geology;
fine and visual arts; physics and chemistry; IT;
Latin; music; a second foreign language; and
technology
prepares students for the baccalaureate or vocational training
Compulsory subjects are natural sciences, Spanish language and literature, geography and history,
mathematics, physical education and a foreign language.
COMPULSORY EDUCATION
private schools
fee-paying school
state (public) schools
FREE
special state schools
for pupils with special education needs
lack of extra-curricular activities
sports and other activities organized by parents and sports associations