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.
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
Reviews
4.2/5
The opinions of those who know us best are our greatest recognition. We are delighted and incredibly proud of the excellent reviews that our families, pupils and staff have shared about us on Micole.
A World-Class Learning Environment in Alicante province
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Frequently Asked Questions
School News
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22/06/2026
On the past Friday, we celebrated the graduation ceremony of our Year 13 students at ELIS Villamartín. The event began with families, staff and students arriving and...
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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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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...
✨ Proud milestone for our school community ✨
We are proud to share that, as an official Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification centre, we have awarded our first official Microsoft certifications.
This achievement reflects our commitment to digital excellence and to equipping students with internationally recognised skills for their future.
Congratulations to all our students who have achieved this certification 👏 Your effort, dedication and perseverance have made this possible.
This is just the beginning. We will continue expanding this initiative and creating new learning opportunities for our students 🚀.
✨ Un gran hito para nuestra comunidad educativa ✨
Nos complace compartir que, como centro oficial certificador de Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS), hemos emitido nuestros primeros certificados oficiales de Microsoft.
Este logro refleja nuestro compromiso con la excelencia digital y con el desarrollo de competencias reconocidas internacionalmente para el futuro de nuestro alumnado.
Enhorabuena a todos los estudiantes que han obtenido esta certificación 👏 Su esfuerzo, constancia y dedicación han sido clave.
Esto es solo el comienzo. Seguiremos impulsando esta iniciativa y generando nuevas oportunidades de aprendizaje 🚀.
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISVillamartin
🌊☀️ Year 5 Adventure in Santa Pola! ☀️🌊
What an unforgettable trip for our Year 5 students! From exciting activities and new challenges to plenty of laughter and shared memories, this experience was about so much more than having fun. 💚
Throughout the trip, our students demonstrated independence, resilience, teamwork and a positive attitude, stepping out of their comfort zones, supporting one another and growing in confidence every day. ⭐👏
We are incredibly proud of everything they achieved and the way they represented our school.
📸 We hope you enjoy looking back on some of these special moments!
🌊☀️ ¡La aventura de Year 5 en Santa Pola! ☀️🌊
¡Qué viaje tan especial para nuestros alumnos de Year 5! Entre actividades emocionantes, nuevos retos, muchas risas y momentos compartidos, esta experiencia ha sido mucho más que una excursión. 💚
Durante toda la estancia, nuestros alumnos demostraron independencia, resiliencia, trabajo en equipo y una actitud ejemplar, superando desafíos, apoyándose mutuamente y ganando confianza día tras día. ⭐👏
Estamos muy orgullosos de todo lo que han conseguido y de cómo han representado a nuestro colegio.
📸 ¡Esperamos que disfrutéis recordando algunos de estos momentos tan especiales!
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISVillamartin
📰✨ EL Cultural Issue 19 is here! ✨📰
From exclusive interviews and the latest entertainment news 🎬🎮🎵 to fascinating historical mysteries 🏛️, book recommendations for summer 📚☀️ and a celebration of the many nationalities that make our school community so special 🌍❤️, the final issue of this academic year is packed with inspiring content.
You`ll also find highlights from our drama production 🎭, a journey back to Ancient Greece through our Fashion Show 👗, a new season of the El Limonero podcast 🎙️ and a heartfelt farewell to the Class of 2026 🎓💚.
Happy reading!
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📰✨ ¡Ya está disponible el número 19 de EL Cultural! ✨📰
Entrevistas exclusivas, actualidad cultural y de entretenimiento 🎬🎮🎵, fascinantes misterios de la Historia 🏛️, recomendaciones de lectura para el verano 📚☀️ y una celebración de las numerosas nacionalidades que enriquecen nuestra comunidad escolar 🌍❤️ son solo algunos de los contenidos de este último número del curso.
Además, encontrarás reportajes sobre nuestra producción teatral 🎭, un viaje a la Antigua Grecia a través del Fashion Show 👗, una nueva temporada del podcast El Limonero 🎙️ y una emotiva despedida a la Promoción de 2026 🎓💚.
¡Esperamos que lo disfrutéis!
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISVillamartin
🚣♂️💦🏎️🏰 What an unforgettable adventure for our Year 8 students in Alcalá del Júcar!
The trip began in the best possible way with a riverside picnic, a refreshing swim in the Júcar River, and an exciting rafting experience through stunning limestone landscapes under the Spanish sun. 🌞💦
The adventure continued with thrilling go-kart races full of friendly competition, followed by a treasure hunt through the charming historic streets of Alcalá del Júcar. Students also explored the impressive Moorish castle, enjoying breathtaking views over the river valley while discovering fascinating stories from Spain’s rich history.
From swimming and rafting to racing, exploring and solving clues, this trip has been packed with energy, teamwork, discovery and unforgettable memories. 💚✨
🚣♂️💦🏎️🏰 ¡Qué aventura tan inolvidable para nuestros alumnos de Year 8 en Alcalá del Júcar!
El viaje comenzó de la mejor manera posible con un picnic junto al río, un refrescante chapuzón en el río Júcar y una emocionante experiencia de rafting rodeados de espectaculares paisajes de roca caliza bajo el sol. 🌞💦
La aventura continuó con divertidas carreras de karts llenas de emoción y espíritu de competición, seguidas de una búsqueda del tesoro por las encantadoras calles históricas de Alcalá del Júcar. Además, los alumnos visitaron su impresionante castillo de origen musulmán, disfrutando de vistas espectaculares del valle del río mientras descubrían parte de la rica historia de España.
Entre natación, rafting, carreras, exploración y trabajo en equipo, esta experiencia ha estado llena de energía, aprendizaje y recuerdos inolvidables. 💚✨
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISVillamartin
🔥🌊 Tonight is San Juan Night! 🌊🔥
One of Spain’s most magical and beloved summer traditions is here. Celebrated with bonfires, music, fireworks and gatherings by the sea, San Juan Night marks the arrival of summer and fills the Mediterranean coast with a truly special atmosphere. ✨
🎸 This evening, our talented Primary and Secondary School COMBOS will be performing live in a concert organised by Rock Experience Music School.
📅 Tonight, 23 June
🕗 8:00 p.m.
📍 Plaza del Espejo, Los Alcázares
Come and enjoy this unforgettable evening by the sea while supporting our student musicians. We would love to see you there! 🎶💚
🔥🌊 ¡Esta noche celebramos la Noche de San Juan! 🌊🔥
Llega una de las tradiciones más mágicas y esperadas del verano en España. La Noche de San Juan, celebrada con hogueras, música, fuegos artificiales y encuentros junto al mar, da la bienvenida al verano y llena la costa mediterránea de un ambiente único y muy especial. ✨
🎸 Esta tarde, nuestros alumnos de los Combos de Primaria y Secundaria actuarán en un concierto organizado por la Escuela de Música Rock Experience.
📅 Hoy, 23 de junio
🕗 20:00 h
📍 Plaza del Espejo, Los Alcázares
Ven a disfrutar de esta noche tan especial junto al mar y a apoyar a nuestros jóvenes músicos. ¡No te lo pierdas! 🎶💚
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISVillamartin @rockexperienceschool
💚✨🎓 A memorable celebration for the Class of 2026. ✨💚
https://elisvillamartin.com/school-news/
💚✨🎓 Una emotiva celebración para la Promoción de 2026. ✨💚
https://elisvillamartin.com/es/noticias-escolares/
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISVillamartin
🌿⛺️ Year 6 Camp 2526 | Unforgettable days outdoors 🌊☀️
What an incredible experience for our Year 6 students! Over three amazing days, they have enjoyed sunshine, sea, teamwork and so many shared moments that go far beyond the classroom.
From settling into camp and enjoying their first activities, to working together in challenges like kayaking, tongue-twisters and balance games, and finally waking up to a spectacular coastal setting with flamingos and a peaceful sea… every moment has been about growing together 💪🤝
These experiences are so much more than activities: they are about building friendships, strengthening bonds, developing resilience and creating lifelong memories ✨
🌿⛺️ Campamento de Year 6 2526 | Días inolvidables al aire libre 🌊☀️
¡Qué experiencia tan extraordinaria para nuestros alumnos de Year 6! Durante tres días han disfrutado del sol, el mar, el trabajo en equipo y de muchísimos momentos compartidos fuera del aula.
Desde su llegada al campamento y las primeras actividades, pasando por retos en grupo como el kayak, los trabalenguas o los juegos de equilibrio, hasta despertar con flamencos y un mar en calma… todo ha sido una oportunidad para crecer juntos 💪🤝
Este tipo de experiencias van mucho más allá de las actividades: ayudan a fortalecer amistades, fomentar la resiliencia y crear recuerdos para toda la vida ✨
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISVillamartin
On the occasion of the recent World Oceans Day 🌊, the media are highlighting our initiatives to protect the sustainability of the sea and its surrounding beaches 🐚♻️.
Con motivo del reciente Día Mundial de los Océanos 🌊, los medios se hacen eco de nuestras iniciativas para proteger la sostenibilidad del mar y de las playas de su entorno 🐚♻️.
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISVillamartin #ELISMurcia
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