Welcome to ELIS, our International School in Alicante
We are an international school in San Miguel de Salinas (Alicante) with British curriculum school for boys and girls with more than 600 pupils aged 3 – 18 of more than 35 different nationalities on roll.
By being an international British school, our students benefit from the best from two worlds: the sound foundation from the Spanish Curriculum and the innovation and hands-on character from the British Curriculum.
Committed to the integral development of students from our international school in San Miguel de Salinas (Alicante)
From prioritising their wellbeing through caring and compassionate staff to fostering multilingual excellence and instilling a sense of global citizenship, we provide a holistic education that empowers students from our international school in San Miguel de Salinas (Alicante) to thrive academically and personally.
We know that a student needs to be well to learn well. Caring, compassionate staff, who hold high expectations of themselves and of our students, ensure positive relationships are fostered so our students are motivated, engaged and successful.
We offer an immersive multilingual education that fosters exceptional growth. By graduation, students attain certified proficiency in three languages. Our students achieve excellent academic results and are able to access the best global universities.
We are dedicated to unlocking global opportunities for our students, propelling them towards the world's best universities in Spain and beyond. Students are not only prepared academically but also nurtured to become well-rounded global citizens.
OUTSTANDING LEADERSHIP
Meet our Headteacher,
Jon Wayth
With extensive experience and a passion for education, Jon Wayth brings a wealth of knowledge to El Limonar International School Villamartín.
His leadership embodies a commitment to fostering holistic growth and a dynamic learning environment for students.
“As Headteacher of ELIS Villamartín, as a teacher and as a parent, I base my work on a single, fundamental belief: children can, and will receive many gifts in life, but the only one that will truly stay with them forever is a high-quality education. We clearly see that the education we provide for our students must, first and foremost, open as many doors as possible for their lives after school has finished.”
- Jon Wayth, Headteacher
A World-Class Learning Environment in Alicante province
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School News
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10/04/2025
We are thrilled to share that ELIS Villamartín has been recognised as one of the best schools in Spain by the prestigious independent rankings of El Español...
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21/02/2025
On Thursday, 20th February 2025, ELIS Villamartín and ELIS Murcia came together for our Annual INSET Day, dedicated to a key theme: ‘Quality.’ This annual event is...
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13/02/2025
On Thursday, 13th February, ELIS Villamartín held its traditional University Fair, a key event in the academic and career guidance of our Secondary and Sixth Form students....
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13/12/2024
The Christmas spirit filled ELIS Villamartín during its traditional Christmas concert at Zenia Boulevard, where students and teachers united music and charity in an emotional and multicultural...
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28/10/2024
Last week, Cognita, the family of international schools we have proudly been part of since 2008, held its 2024 Europe & USA Leadership Summit. During this inspiring...
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21/10/2024
ELIS Villamartín officially commemorated its 20th anniversary last Friday, 18th October, with a heartfelt event held on our premises. The ceremony was attended by local and regional...
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22/03/2024
Last Thursday, we celebrated our Disability Awareness Day in partnership with Aidemar. This event, dedicated to promoting inclusion and respect for diversity, has made a profound impact...
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20/02/2024
Last Friday, we had our annual staff training day (Inset Day), bringing together all personnel from both ELIS schools at the Montevida campus of ELIS Murcia. The...
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11/01/2024
We are delighted to share the fantastic news that our international British school has successfully passed the recent NABSS (National Association of British Schools in Spain) inspection,...
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18/12/2023
Hundreds of people enjoyed the magic of music and friendship last night at La Zenia Boulevard, thanks to the concert presented, once again and as is tradition,...
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27/10/2023
Last year, we were thrilled to celebrate the outstanding achievement of our sister school ELIS Murcia, which was awarded the prestigious title of 'School of the Year'...
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23/10/2023
Once again, we are back with our highly anticipated Family Clubs workshop series. Last Saturday, we kicked off the season with a delightful and spooky dessert workshop...
Well done, Year 10! 🏕️🥾
Our amazing Year 10 students successfully completed their Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Bronze Qualifying Expedition last Friday and Saturday!
Over two days, they walked 30km, cooked their own meals, and pitched their own tents — showing resilience, teamwork and great spirit every step of the way 💪🌄
We couldn’t be prouder of their determination and how they supported each other throughout the adventure 💚👏
¡Enhorabuena, Year 10! 🥾⛺
Nuestros increíbles alumnos de Year 10 completaron con éxito su expedición de calificación del Premio Internacional Duque de Edimburgo (nivel bronce) el pasado viernes y sábado.
Durante dos días caminaron 30 km, prepararon sus propias comidas y montaron sus tiendas de campaña. ¡Demostraron esfuerzo, trabajo en equipo y superación en todo momento! 💪🌟
Estamos muy orgullosos de su actitud y de cómo se apoyaron mutuamente a lo largo de esta gran experiencia 💚👏
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISVillamartin
Ready, steady… Aidemarcha! 🏃♀️🌟
Join the most exciting night race of the summer on Saturday 5th July, starting at Parque Almansa (San Javier) and finishing at Explanada Barnuevo (Santiago de la Ribera).
The Aidemarcha supports Aidemar, a wonderful local non-profit organisation that provides essential services for people with disabilities and their families.
We are proud to be one of its sponsors and to collaborate regularly with such an inspiring cause 💚
👉 Sign up now at www.aidemarcha.com and enjoy a fun family evening full of music, games and surprises — all for a good cause! 🎉👟
¡Vuelve la Aidemarcha! 🏃♂️🌙
La noche del sábado 5 de julio disfruta en familia de la carrera más divertida del verano, desde el Parque Almansa (San Javier) hasta la Explanada Barnuevo (Santiago de la Ribera).
La Aidemarcha es a beneficio de Aidemar, una asociación sin ánimo de lucro que lleva más de 40 años ofreciendo atención integral a personas con discapacidad y sus familias.
En nuestro colegio colaboramos de forma periódica con Aidemar y estamos orgullosos de ser patrocinadores de esta maravillosa iniciativa 💚
👉 Inscripciones abiertas en www.aidemarcha.com. ¡Diversión, animación y solidaridad para toda la familia! 🎶🎽🎈
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISVillamartin #aidemarcha #aidemar #carrerasolidaria #sanjavier #aidemarcha2025
@asoc_aidemar @aidemarcha @aidemardeportes
OPEN DAY 🔔
MONDAY 9th JUNE / 9:30 am
Please, register at https://elisvillamartin.com/open-days-visits/
JORNADA DE PUERTAS ABIERTAS 💚
LUNES 9 de JUNIO 9:30h.
Inscripciones en https://elisvillamartin.com/es/puertas-abiertas-y-visitas/
#ELISVillamartin #WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita
Creativity in full swing in Year 8! 🎨🦋🐝
Our students have designed and sculpted their own Steampunk insects from clay, combining imagination, technique and great effort 🛠️✨.
They began with observational drawings in their sketchbooks, exploring a range of media, and took inspiration from photographer Levon Biss and sculptor Mike Libby 📸🗿.
Fantastic work, Year 8 — well done! 👏👏
¡Creatividad al máximo en Year 8! 🎨🦋🐝
Nuestros alumnos han diseñado y modelado sus propios insectos Steampunk en barro, combinando imaginación, técnica y mucha dedicación 🛠️✨.
Comenzaron con dibujos de observación en sus cuadernos, explorando diferentes medios artísticos, y se inspiraron en el fotógrafo Levon Biss y el escultor Mike Libby 📸🗿.
¡Un trabajo fantástico, Year 8! 👏👏
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISVillamartin
📰 On the occasion of World Press Freedom Day, the media is shining a spotlight on the podcast channel and digital magazine created by our talented students at ELIS Villamartín! 🎧🗞️ What better way to celebrate the power of free expression and student voice! 💬✨
👏 Congratulations to all the students involved — and to all of us!
👉 https://www.elespanol.com/alicante/vega-baja
📰 Con motivo del Día Mundial de la Libertad de Prensa, los medios se hacen eco del canal de podcasts y del magazine digital creados por nuestros fantásticos alumnos en ELIS Villamartín 🎙️📰 ¡Una forma maravillosa de celebrar el poder de la libre expresión y la voz de los estudiantes! 💬🌟
👏 ¡Enhorabuena a todos los alumnos implicados — y a toda la comunidad educativa!
👉 https://www.elespanol.com/alicante/vega-baja
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISVillamartin
📚✨ Our Primary students had the fantastic opportunity to meet Jose Francisco González Amorós, author of the mystery and fantasy series El reino de las calabazas. 🎃✨
Through an engaging and inspiring session, students created their own stories, tapping into their imagination and improving their writing skills with the expert guidance of our guest. 🖋️💭
We are incredibly grateful to this amazing author for his time and for sharing his experience with us! 🙏👏 These visits truly enrich our students` perspective and knowledge.
📚✨ Nuestros alumnos de Primaria tuvieron la fantástica oportunidad de conocer a Jose Francisco González Amorós, autor de la saga de misterio y fantasía El reino de las calabazas. 🎃✨
A través de una sesión inspiradora y práctica los estudiantes crearon sus propias historias, desarrollando su imaginación y mejorando sus habilidades de escritura con la orientación experta de nuestro invitado. 🖋️💭
¡Estamos muy agradecidos a este increíble escritor por su tiempo y por compartir su experiencia con nosotros! 🙏👏 Estas visitas realmente enriquecen la perspectiva y el conocimiento de nuestros estudiantes.
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISVillamartin @frangonzalezamoros
🎓 From self-discovery to success! Discover how Sixth Form students at ELIS Murcia are guided through one of the most important decisions of their academic journey: choosing the right university and degree. 🌍📚
In our latest blog post, Miranda Hopkins, Head of Sixth Form, shares valuable insights into the personalised support, tools and international opportunities our students benefit from as they plan their future.
👉 Read more: https://ellimonarinternational.com
🎓 ¡Del autoconocimiento al éxito! Descubre cómo los estudiantes de Bachillerato Británico en ELIS Murcia reciben apoyo en una de las decisiones más importantes de su trayectoria académica: elegir la universidad y el grado adecuado. 🌍📚
En nuestra última entrada del blog, Miranda Hopkins, Head of Sixth Form, comparte valiosas reflexiones sobre el acompañamiento personalizado, las herramientas y las oportunidades internacionales que tienen nuestros alumnos al planificar su futuro.
👉 Leer más: https://ellimonarinternational.com/es
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISMurcia #ELISVillamartin
Happy Spanish Mother’s Day! 💐
This past Sunday was Spanish Mother’s Day, and these Early Years pupils made sure to surprise their mums with beautiful handmade cards—featuring their own little handprints as flowers! 🌸
We take this opportunity to celebrate all the wonderful mothers in our ELIS Villamartín community. Thank you for your love, strength and unwavering support. You truly make a difference every day! 💖🫶
¡Feliz Día de la Madre en España! 💐
El pasado domingo fue el Día de la Madre en España, y estos peques de Infantil sorprendieron a sus mamás con preciosas tarjetas hechas artesanalmente —¡con sus propias manitas como flores! 🌸
Aprovechamos para rendir homenaje a todas las maravillosas madres de nuestra comunidad escolar en ELIS Villamartín. Gracias por vuestro amor, vuestra fuerza y ese apoyo constante. ¡Marcáis la diferencia cada día! 💖🫶
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISVillamartín
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