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.
Recognised by the leading Education Rankings in Spain
We believe that educational excellence is built day by day in the classroom. The school has been featured in some of Spain’s most prestigious education rankings, compiled by leading media outlets and educational platforms that assess factors such as the teaching approach, academic performance, international outlook, student support, and the quality of the facilities.
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
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School News
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14/05/2026
The student Zhang Zhiyou has been admitted to the University of Oxford to continue his academic journey in the field of Life Sciences, one of the institution’s...
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09/03/2026
Leaders from ELIS Murcia and ELIS Villamartín have recently attended the 48th Annual NABSS Conference, together with other school leaders from across the Cognita family. Representing our...
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16/12/2025
The traditional Christmas Concert at ELIS Villamartín once again filled Zenia Boulevard Shopping Centre with joy and festive spirit, bringing together over 50 performers —pupils and teachers—...
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29/09/2025
On 26 September, our students took part in Global Be Well Day, the annual event promoted by Cognita to strengthen the physical, emotional and social wellbeing of...
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23/06/2025
The evening began at 5:30 pm as families, staff, and students gathered in our event space, greeted by music and the warm anticipation of the occasion. At...
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16/06/2025
On Monday 16th June, El Limonar International School Villamartín had the privilege of hosting a new edition of Stay Healthy, the educational programme promoted by Fundación Quirónsalud....
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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...
🌉🔧 Year 3 STEM Bridge Challenge! 🔧🌉
Our Year 3 pupils took on an exciting STEM engineering challenge where they were tasked with designing and constructing the strongest bridge possible 💡
Working collaboratively in teams, they explored different ideas, planned their structures, built their models, and finally put them to the test to see how much weight their bridges could hold. The classroom quickly turned into a space full of discussion, experimentation, and creative problem-solving 🧠✨
It was wonderful to see their enthusiasm, concentration, and the excitement on their faces as they tested their designs and evaluated what worked best. These kinds of hands-on experiences are a brilliant way to bring learning to life and develop real engineering thinking 🌉💪
Well done, Year 3 — fantastic teamwork, creativity, and resilience throughout the challenge! 👏
🌉🔧 ¡Desafío STEM de construcción de puentes en Year 3! 🔧🌉
El alumnado de Year 3 se enfrentó a un emocionante reto de ingeniería dentro de una actividad STEM: diseñar y construir el puente más resistente posible 💡
Trabajando en equipo, los alumnos idearon sus diseños, planificaron la estructura, construyeron sus modelos y, finalmente, los pusieron a prueba para comprobar cuánto peso podían soportar. El aula se convirtió en un espacio lleno de ideas, experimentación y resolución creativa de problemas 🧠✨
Fue fantástico ver su implicación, concentración y las caras de emoción al probar sus construcciones y analizar los resultados. Este tipo de experiencias prácticas hacen que el aprendizaje cobre vida y desarrollan habilidades reales de ingeniería 🌉💪
¡Bien hecho, Year 3! Gran trabajo en equipo, creatividad y perseverancia durante todo el reto 👏
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISVillamartin
🦥 Special Message from Edinburgh Zoo 🦥
Following our recent school assembly and research project celebrating the 100th birthday of world-renowned conservationist Sir David Attenborough, we are delighted to share a special message from Tara Jones at Edinburgh Zoo 🦁✨
In an exciting development, Scotland’s first baby sloth has been born at Edinburgh Zoo! 🦥
In recognition of Sir David Attenborough’s outstanding contribution to wildlife conservation and education, the baby sloth has been named “Atty” in his honour 💚
https://youtu.be/Ul1ZGXAt134
🦥 Mensaje especial del Zoo de Edimburgo 🦥
Tras nuestra reciente asamblea escolar y los proyectos de investigación para celebrar el 100.º cumpleaños del reconocido conservacionista Sir David Attenborough, nos complace compartir un mensaje especial de Tara Jones, del Zoo de Edimburgo 🦁✨
¡Además, en el Zoo de Edimburgo ha nacido el primer bebé perezoso de Escocia! 🦥
En reconocimiento a la extraordinaria contribución de Sir David Attenborough a la conservación de la vida salvaje y la educación, el pequeño perezoso ha sido llamado “Atty” en su honor 💚
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISVillamartin @edinburghzoo
🌿 Year 7 Residential Trip to Castril 2026🌿
Our Year 7 students have returned full of unforgettable memories after an amazing residential trip to Castril ✨
It was an action-packed experience with activities such as kayaking, rock climbing, zip lining and paintball, where students showed great courage, teamwork and determination 💪🚣🧗♂️🎯
They also enjoyed an escape room challenge 🔐, explored the local wildlife and natural environment 🦅🌱, and had time for sports and relaxation with padel and swimming 🎾🏊♂️
Highlights included each group’s creative “nature war cry” 🌿🎶 and a fantastic final night disco 🕺🌟
More than just a trip, it was an experience that built confidence, resilience and lasting friendships 💚 We are incredibly proud of all our Year 7 students 👏
https://youtu.be/MQvlA0ZCj30
🌿 Viaje de convivencia de Year 7 a Castril 🌿
Nuestros alumnos de Year 7 han regresado llenos de recuerdos inolvidables tras un increíble viaje de convivencia a Castril ✨
Ha sido una experiencia llena de acción con actividades como kayak, escalada, tirolina y paintball, en las que demostraron valentía, trabajo en equipo y determinación 💪🚣🧗♂️🎯
También disfrutaron de un escape room 🔐, exploraron la fauna y flora del entorno 🦅🌱 y tuvieron tiempo para el deporte y la relajación con pádel y piscina 🎾🏊♂️
Entre los momentos más destacados estuvo el “grito de guerra de la naturaleza” 🌿🎶 y la divertida discoteca final 🕺🌟
Más que un viaje, ha sido una experiencia que ha fortalecido la confianza, la resiliencia y las amistades 💚 Estamos muy orgullosos de todos nuestros alumnos de Year 7 👏
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISVillamartin
Year 3 have enjoyed an unforgettable 2-day Mini Camp adventure 🏕️🌟 full of hands-on experiences and outdoor learning. From tractor rides 🚜 and climbing activities, to boat trips on the lake ⛵ and time in the goat pen 🐐, the children have explored, played, and learned beyond the classroom in the best possible way. They also took part in a bread-making workshop 🍞, enjoyed a fun disco and campfire evening 🔥🎶, and shared many moments of laughter and teamwork throughout the stay.
Experiences like this are so valuable for children’s development: they build independence, confidence, and curiosity, while also helping to strengthen friendships and create lasting bonds 🤝💛. Learning outside the classroom not only enriches their education, but also creates memories that stay with them long after the trip ends.
Well done Year 3!
Year 3 ha disfrutado de una inolvidable aventura de 2 días en el Mini Camp 🏕️🌟 llena de experiencias prácticas y aprendizaje al aire libre. Desde paseos en tractor 🚜 y actividades de escalada, hasta paseos en barco por el lago ⛵ y momentos en el corral de las cabras 🐐, los niños han explorado, jugado y aprendido fuera del aula de la mejor manera posible. También participaron en un taller de elaboración de pan 🍞, disfrutaron de una divertida discoteca y hoguera 🔥🎶, y compartieron muchos momentos de risas y trabajo en equipo durante la estancia.
Este tipo de experiencias son muy valiosas para el desarrollo infantil: fomentan la autonomía, la confianza y la curiosidad, además de ayudar a estrechar amistades y crear vínculos duraderos 🤝💛. Aprender fuera del aula no solo enriquece su educación, sino que también deja recuerdos que les acompañarán mucho más allá del viaje.
¡Bien hecho, Year 3!
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISVillamarti
🧮✨ Teacher Spotlight | June 2026 ✨🧮
Our final Teacher Spotlight of the 2025-26 school year at ELIS Villamartín features Claire Moulding 💚
Since joining ELIS in 2018, Claire has been a highly valued member of our school community, making a meaningful impact through her dedication to her students and her passion for teaching Maths.
We are extremely grateful for her continued commitment, the energy she brings to the classroom, and the positive influence she has on those she teaches 🙌
Thank you, Claire, for everything you do for ELIS Villamartín 💚
🧮✨ Teacher Spotlight | Junio 2026 ✨🧮
Nuestro último Teacher Spotlight del curso escolar 2025-26 en ELIS Villamartín presenta a Claire Moulding 💚
Desde su llegada a ELIS en 2018, Claire se ha convertido en una parte muy valiosa de nuestra comunidad educativa, dejando una huella importante a través de su dedicación y su pasión por las Matemáticas.
Estamos muy agradecidos por su compromiso continuo, la energía que aporta al aula y el impacto positivo que tiene en sus alumnos 🙌
Gracias, Claire, por todo lo que haces por ELIS Villamartín 💚
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISVillamartin
🐶🌿 Join us in supporting a wonderful cause this Sunday!
We are proud to continue supporting Finca La Castellana, which does incredible work rescuing and caring for animals.
This Sunday marks their final dog walk before the summer, and we would love to encourage as many of our students, families and staff as possible to attend and show their support. It’s a fantastic opportunity to enjoy a lovely walk while helping a truly meaningful cause. 🐾🌿
Thank you, as always, for your generosity and community spirit. 💚
🐶🌿 ¡Únete a nosotros este domingo para apoyar una causa maravillosa!
Estamos orgullosos de seguir colaborando con Finca La Castellana, que realiza una labor increíble rescatando y cuidando animales.
Este domingo tendrá lugar su último paseo solidario con perros antes del verano, y nos encantaría animar a estudiantes, familias y personal a asistir y mostrar su apoyo. Es una gran oportunidad para disfrutar de un bonito paseo mientras se contribuye a una causa muy especial. 🐾🌿
Gracias, como siempre, por vuestra generosidad y espíritu de comunidad. 💚
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISVillamartin @fincadogrescue
On World Nutrition Day 🌍🥗, several regional and local media outlets, including Diario Información, have highlighted the new Food Safety and Nutrition Law, which introduces measures to promote healthier and more sustainable eating across state, grant-aided and independent schools 🏫✨.
At ELIS schools, we are proud to be recognised as a benchmark for best practice in this area 🌿👏. The wellbeing of our students is always our top priority, and we firmly believe that healthy nutrition is a key part of their overall development and daily happiness 😊💚.
That is why we provide balanced meals, freshly prepared in our own kitchens 🍽️👩🍳, using a wide variety of fresh, seasonal ingredients 🥦🍎🥕.
https://www.informacion.es/vega-baja/2026/05/28/producto-fresco-ultraprocesados-comedores-escolares-alicante-130747354.html
Con motivo del Día Mundial de la Nutrición 🌍🥗, varios medios de la prensa regional y local, entre ellos Diario Información, se han hecho eco de la nueva Ley de Seguridad Alimentaria y Nutrición, que establece medidas para fomentar una alimentación más saludable y sostenible en colegios públicos, concertados y privados 🏫✨.
En los colegios ELIS nos enorgullece ser considerados un referente de buenas prácticas en este ámbito 🌿👏. El bienestar de nuestro alumnado es siempre nuestra prioridad, y entendemos la alimentación saludable como una parte esencial de su desarrollo integral y su bienestar diario 😊💚.
Por ello, ofrecemos menús equilibrados, elaborados en nuestras propias cocinas 🍽️👩🍳, con una amplia variedad de productos frescos y de temporada 🥦🍎🥕.
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISVillamartin
🏆 Congratulations to our Year 13 student, Bruno Machalica, on an incredible achievement in golf! 🏆
We are delighted to share that Bruno has been crowned Polish Under-18 Golf Champion after competing in the Polish Match Play Championship in Poland.
This outstanding success reflects his hard work, dedication and perseverance, proving once again that effort and consistency truly pay off.
Congratulations also to Bruno’s family for their constant support throughout this journey. We are incredibly proud of you, Bruno! 🌟
🏆 ¡Enhorabuena a nuestro alumno de Year 13, Bruno Machalica, por un logro extraordinario en golf! 🏆
Nos alegra compartir que Bruno se ha proclamado Campeón de Polonia Sub-18 de golf tras competir en el Campeonato de Match Play en Polonia.
Este magnífico resultado es fruto de su esfuerzo, dedicación y constancia, demostrando una vez más que el trabajo duro y la perseverancia siempre dan sus frutos.
También queremos felicitar a la familia de Bruno por su apoyo constante durante todo este camino. ¡Estamos muy orgullosos de ti, Bruno! 🌟
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISVillamartin
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