ᐅ High School in Ibiza ᐅ High School Mestral

Spanish Bachillerato | National Baccalaureate Course

Ages 16 to 18

Our High School in Ibiza offers unparalleled preparation for academic achievement in the Baccalaureate course and future university studies. Students are immersed in a broad bilingual curriculum (English and Spanish) and benefit from enriching co-curricular opportunities, helping them achieve exceptional results, develop unique talents, and acquire future-ready skills. Our effective programme is enhanced with globally recognised methodologies and focuses on preparing students to excel in PBAU examinations and strengthening their university applications with expert support from our dedicated team.

Alongside the Spanish Baccalaureate, students can complete the Dual Diploma programme, earning a prestigious American High School certificate. This demonstrates to universities and prospective employers that they have the necessary skills and discipline to overcome challenges. At our Ibiza College, we empower each learner to reach their fullest potential.

Why Choose our High School in Ibiza?

Our High School in Ibiza is renowned for its outstanding academic results, consistently ranking among the top-performing schools in the Balearic Islands on the PBAU university entrance exams, and holding the number one position for the past three years. This success is a testament to our exceptional curriculum and dedicated teachers who prepare students to be responsible, engaged, and focused on achieving their maximum potential.

At Mestral, students become fully proficient in four languages (English, Spanish, Catalan, and German) and receive top preparation for the Cambridge ESOL and Goethe Institut exams, earning certifications recognised by universities and companies worldwide. Our students further enrich their academic journey with public speaking and debate classes, alongside extracurricular activities and personal development programmes abroad, all of which contribute to making their university applications stand out.

Outstanding University Destinations

More than 90% of Mestral's graduates are admitted to their preferred universities in Spain and internationally, securing places in prestigious institutions such as Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Universidad Carlos III, ESADE, ICADE, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Universidad de Navarra, among others. A recent Dual Diploma graduate was accepted into Boston College in the USA to study medicine.

National High School Baccalaureate Programme

Our High School education in Ibiza offers different pathways for students to choose from, including two Science branches (either Technology or Health), Humanities and Social Sciences. With each of these options, our students will specialise in a few subjects, aligning with the university courses they plan to apply for.

Programas de Bachillerato Español en Ibiza

Spanish Bachiller Subjects

National Baccalaureate course subjects include Maths, Sciences (General Sciences, Biology, Physics, Chemistry), Languages (Spanish, English, Catalan, German and Latin), Technology (Robotics, Programming and Data Processing), Arts (Technical Drawing and Performing Arts), Humanities and Social Sciences (History, Philosophy, Geography, Psychology, Research), Economics, Physical Education, Assembly, Public Speaking and Debate.

Exam Preparation

The curriculum focus for students in the final year of the Baccalaureate is preparation for the PBAU exams, also known as ‘Selectividad’, and university applications. Our programme includes an extra hour a week for this purpose.

Plan de estudios de Bachillerato de Ibiza

Cycle Tests

Regardless of the specific pathway, all Baccalaureate students have weekly cycle tests (one subject examined every week on a rotational basis) to ensure that they are continuously prepared in each subject before sitting the official exams.

Dual Diploma Option

If students choose to take the American Dual Diploma programme in addition to the Spanish curriculum starting from the 3rd year of ESO, they will pursue this international programme for the duration of their Baccalaureate course, unless they complete their final Dual Diploma elective in the first year of the Bachiller. In the Baccalaureate years, students will attend online classes in English, U.S. Government, Economics, and an elective subject, while pursuing their National Baccalaureate course at Mestral.

For more information about the Dual Diploma Programme, please visit the Dual Diploma page.

Languages in High School

English

College students have five hours of English lessons a week with native teachers, whose curriculum aims to prepare them for the Cambridge ESOL exams. Second-year high school students prepare for and take the Proficiency exam (level C2), which is the final and highest Cambridge ESOL level. In recent years, students who took this exam achieved a 100% pass rate.

German

Baccalaureate students have three hours of German lessons per week with native-speaking teachers in addition to conversational hours, following the official Goethe Institut curriculum and offering students the possibility of receiving certifications for the different levels they achieve through the Goethe Institut examinations at our school.

Colegios con Bachillerato Nacional en Ibiza

College Facilities

Our College students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities for academics, technology, sports, and arts, including fully equipped classrooms with integrated technology tools, such as interactive digital whiteboards.

They benefit from cutting-edge science, robotics and technology labs if they follow the Science Baccalaureate course pathway, with Lego robots, in addition to outstanding sports facilities for Physical Education. These include a multi-sports pavilion, climbing ropes and a climbing wall. For outdoor sports activities, our college features one large sports field for multi-sports practice, and two additional fields for football and basketball, as well as ping pong tables.

High School students also have a fully-equipped arts and crafts room for visual arts, in addition to a dance and drama studio and an auditorium for performing arts.

Spanish Baccalaureate Course Teachers

Our High School teachers at Mestral are highly qualified specialists in their fields, teaching engaging lessons to ensure students are motivated, participating in class and learning well. Our educators are fully committed to guiding each student towards success.

We offer at least 1 or 2 tutorials with teachers and parents every 3 months since ongoing communication with families is vital in the Baccalaureate years. Families can contact tutors and teachers by email or phone whenever they need to. Additional meetings can be arranged upon request.

Activities for High School Students

Our High School students benefit from a variety of co-curricular and extracurricular activities and programmes to enrich their learning experience in the first year of the Baccalaureate course. These include public speaking and debate, volleyball, robotics, student exchanges, English immersion summer programmes in UK schools, and an international summer volunteering programme, among other personal development options. Additionally, they can take their driver's licence as an extracurricular activity on campus.

University & Careers Support for High School Students

At Colegio Mestral, we care about providing all the necessary information and support for your child’s future success in their university degrees and careers. Before starting the Baccalaureate programme, students receive individualised support from our guidance department in their final year of ESO, including personal interviews and tests to inform their decision on the specific Baccalaureate course pathway that best suits their interests, skills and university and career aspirations, ensuring that they select the most appropriate option for their profiles.

Second-year National Baccalaureate students receive continuous support in preparation for their PBAU exams and the university application process. At this point, they take another test focused on career choices to make the right decision when applying to university.

Baccalaureate students go on talks and presentations about different universities on campus, visit university fairs and take field trips to multiple institutions in Spain, so they can make informed decisions about their university course choice.

Educacion Bachillerato Bilingue en Ibiza

Take Your Driver's Licence with Mestral Drives at High School

To provide our High School students with the most practical skills for their lives beyond school, Mestral has partnered with Residencial Driving School, allowing our 4th-year ESO (Secondary Education) and Baccalaureate students to obtain A1 and B (motorcycles and cars) driver’s licenses through our school with discounted rates. This is the most convenient way to get your driver’s license, as both theoretical and practical lessons take place on campus, with only the examination having to be taken in an official centre. The lessons’ schedule is ideal for students to balance with other academic obligations, running from 2 to 3 pm every Friday, from January to June.

Additional Support for Our High School Students

To ensure your child can achieve the best results during the academic year and in their PBAU exams, Colegio Mestral offers support afternoon classes in Maths, Physics and Chemistry.

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High School Education in Ibiza