Spain

The school’s name is Compañía de María but it is also known as “La Enseñanza”. It is a nursery, primary and secondary school (170 pupils, 28 teachers/staff). It´s settled in the city centre in an old, stone building just behind the town hall.

Compañía de Maria is a religious school with an open-minded attitude to students’ problems and interests. The age of the secondary students involved in the project ranges from 14 to 16.

Most of our students are from Spain. They come from a middle-lower class. In the last 15 years we have received a high number of South America and eastern countries pupils. Our staff works very hard to help them to get used to the school system, Spanish syllabus and in many cases to learn the Spanish language. We have a close relationship with our students´ families in favor of our pupils´ development.

The school focus its aims not only in teaching contents to our students but also in making them aware of social problems, health habits, environmental aspects...

Activities and experience, skills and/or expertise

Compañía de María School is a small/medium school in which students, parents, teachers and administrative staff work together to educate our pupils as parts of a big family.

Technology, Maths, Physics, Social Science and the English departments are used to work together. This is our second European project organized by our deputy headmaster and the way we developed the last one allows us to be sure of the success of our team in the project tasks.

Our school staff teaches our students with the most attractive and practical methods available. A lot of educational trips, pedagogical visits and new technologies are organized to improve our students´ knowledge.

We have been doing European exchanges every year with Realschule Oberträubling in Regensburg (Germany) involvimg immigration problems, different cultures Environmental awareness. Besides, we have participated in a Comenius Multilateral Association project called “Earth AWE”, from September 2011 to June 2013. Project Identification: 2011-1-IT2-COM06-25133 . Applicant-Beneficiary Name: Compañía de María

Specialized Expertise: We possess specialized knowledge, skills and experience relevant to the project, and we can contribute in ways that others might not be able to. Our unique expertise allows us to tackle challenges more efficiently, make informed decisions, and provide valuable insights that can significantly impact the project's success. Demonstrating a deep understanding of the project's key aspects based on our specialized knowledge makes us an indispensable asset, setting us apart as a contributor who brings a distinct and valuable perspective to the team.

Effective Communication and Collaboration Skills: Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential for any project's success. Our ability to articulate thoughts, actively listen, and facilitate smooth communication channels enhances team cohesion, reduces misunderstandings, and promotes a shared understanding of project goals. Being the glue that holds the team together through effective communication ensures that everyone is aligned, motivated, and working towards a common objective, ultimately contributing to the overall success of this project.