The Spanish Education System refers to the organized structure and processes of education in Spain, which includes primary, secondary, and higher education levels. It is primarily governed by the Ministry of Education and varies by autonomous communities, reflecting regional languages and educational policies. The system is divided into several key stages:
1. **Infantil (Early Childhood Education)**: For children ages 0 to 6, divided into two cycles.
2. **Primaria (Primary Education)**: For ages 6 to 12, lasting six years, focusing on foundational skills in subjects like mathematics, language, and science.
3. **Secundaria (Secondary Education)**: For ages 12 to 16, comprising four years that culminates in a General Secondary Education Diploma (Graduado en Educación Secundaria Obligatoria – ESO).
4. **Post-Compulsory Secondary Education**: Includes Bachillerato (for ages 16 to 18) or vocational training options.
5. **Higher Education**: Comprising universities and higher vocational training, with degrees typically structured in Bachelor, Master, and Doctorate levels.
Education is compulsory in Spain from ages 6 to 16, and the system emphasizes a broad curriculum and the promotion of both academic and vocational pathways. The education system also includes provisions for special needs education and various educational methodologies.
A transformative financial support initiative in Spain allocates 2.544 billion euros for scholarships in the 2025-2026 academic year. Approximately 101,000 students, mainly from rural areas, stand to benefit, with residence…