Welcome to El Limonar International School Murcia
Since 1990, El Limonar International School Murcia has been a beacon of educational excellence, offering a British international curriculum to students aged 3 – 18, aligned with the National Curriculum for England and Wales.
By integrating the strengths of both Spanish and British Curricula, we empower students with a distinctive edge, resulting in graduates who attain dual qualifications: British IGCSEs and Spanish 'Graduate in Compulsory Secondary Education' certificate, coupled with Spanish 'Baccalaureate' and English A-Level certificates.
These achievements stand as a testament to our readiness for successful global university endeavours.
At ELIS Murcia, we are committed to nurturing every aspect of our students' development
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 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
Executive Principal,
Vanessa Grimward, MEd
Awarded European Regional Winner
2023 Pearson International School Leader of the Year
With extensive experience and a passion for education, Principal Vanessa Grimward, MEd, brings a wealth of knowledge to El Limonar International School Murcia. Her leadership embodies a commitment to fostering holistic growth and a dynamic learning environment for students.
- Vanessa Grimward, MEd
High quality learning experiences in exceptional facilities
Experience learning in state-of-the-art surroundings across our two exceptional campuses: the Buenavista Campus and Montevida Campus. Our world-class facilities are designed to inspire, support, and nurture every aspect of your child’s educational journey.
Buenavista Campus
Early Years & Primary
Spanning an impressive 63,000m², our Buenavista campus offers a world-class education.
Within our teaching buildings, you'll find IT suites, well-equipped science laboratories, art rooms, and drama and music studios. Our outdoor facilities feature an open-air amphitheatre, courts for tennis and paddle sports, a swimming pool, as well as expansive sports pitches and play areas.
Montevida Campus
Secondary & Sixth Form
State-of-the-art 15,000m² facilities, our Montevida Campus offers the highest quality education available in the region.
Our students thrive within a diverse and engaging curriculum, benefiting from specialist installations for athletics, sport, theatre studies, art and design, music, sciences, and investigation. This fosters collaborative and active learning experiences within our modern and innovative environment.
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School News
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30/09/2024
Once again, ELIS Murcia proudly joined Cognita’s global family of schools in celebrating the 2024 edition of Global Be Well Day, a day dedicated to promoting wellbeing...
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18/06/2024
Raquel Sánchez Nieto, Primary Spanish Coordinator at ELIS Murcia, recently participated in a significant event at Universidad Camilo José Cela focused on student mental health. Experts in...
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10/06/2024
Our Year 7 team has excelled in the "Making a Difference" category with their "Support, Share, Care" project. We are incredibly proud of Saúl, Carlos, Marien, Iván,...
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30/04/2024
We are thrilled to share the joyous celebration of our Year 13 Graduation Ceremony, held last Friday at our Montevida campus. The day commenced with a touching...
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18/03/2024
The day kicked off with the XVI edition of the well-known ELIS El Valle Trail race, the oldest trail race in the Region of Murcia, which took...
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06/03/2024
ELIS Murcia was privileged to host a distinguished delegation from the Cognita Europe Executive Leadership Team on March 5th and 6th, marking a significant moment in our...
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30/04/2024
We are thrilled to share the joyous celebration of our Year 13 Graduation Ceremony, held last Friday at our Montevida campus. The day commenced with a touching...
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18/03/2024
The day kicked off with the XVI edition of the well-known ELIS El Valle Trail race, the oldest trail race in the Region of Murcia, which took...
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06/03/2024
ELIS Murcia was privileged to host a distinguished delegation from the Cognita Europe Executive Leadership Team on March 5th and 6th, marking a significant moment in our...
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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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12/01/2024
The objective of Cognita's 'Learning without Borders' programme is to facilitate the exchange of teaching methodologies, foster a comparative perspective, and enhance learning between schools over a...
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18/12/2023
Bringing Christmas to every corner of the Region of Murcia without exception. This has been the goal of ELIS Murcia for this year. And what better way...
¡Un enorme GRACIAS a nuestra increíble comunidad de padres, alumnos y personal por su generosidad y solidaridad! 💚 Nuestros alumnos han demostrado una iniciativa admirable, investigando la mejor manera de organizar y optimizar nuestra campaña de donación. Desde la catalogación hasta el empaquetado, se han volcado en cada paso de este proyecto, reflejando los valores de ELIS y el espíritu de ciudadanía global que les inculcamos. 🌍📦💪 Juntos, hemos reunido suministros esenciales para apoyar a los afectados por las recientes inundaciones de la DANA. 🌧️ ¡Gracias por ayudar a marcar la diferencia! ¡Y gracias a Mudanzas La Flota por donar todas las cajas!🌟💚
A huge THANK YOU to our incredible community of parents, students and staff for your generosity and solidarity! 💚 Our students have shown amazing initiative, researching the best ways to organize and maximize our donation efforts. From cataloguing to packaging, they poured their hearts into every step of this project, embodying ELIS values and the spirit of global citizenship. 🌍📦💪 Together, we’ve gathered essential supplies to support those affected by the recent DANA floods. 🌧️ Thank you for helping make a difference, and thank you to Mudanzas La Flota for donating all the boxes! 🌟💚
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISMurcia @mudanzalaflota
Os invitamos a una charla esencial sobre Acoso Escolar y Ciberacoso 👥💻
Padres de alumnos de Year 4 a Year 13, no os perdáis esta SESIÓN FUNDAMENTAL impartida por la Policía Nacional y aprended consejos útiles para apoyar y proteger a vuestros tanto dentro como fuera de internet. 📅
Join Us for an Essential Talk on Bullying & Cyberbullying 👥💻
Parents of Year 4 to Year 13 students, don’t miss this CRUCIAL SESSION led by the National Police—learn how to support and protect your child online and offline. 📅
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Apoyo para los Afectados por la DANA ❤️🩹
Support for Those Affected by the DANA
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✨ ¡Nuestros alumnos de Year 5 disfrutaron de un día increíble en MUDIC (Museo Didáctico e Interactivo de Ciencias) en el campus de Orihuela de la Universidad Miguel Hernández! ✨ Exploraron la ciencia de cerca a través de visitas guiadas, experimentos interactivos y el impresionante planetario 🌌. ¡Una experiencia increíble para todos, combinando aprendizaje y diversión en un solo lugar! 🌟🚀
✨ Our Year 5 students had an amazing day at MUDIC, the Interactive Science Museum on the Orihuela campus of Miguel Hernández University! ✨ They explored science up close through guided tours, hands-on experiments, and the impressive planetarium 🌌. It was an incredible experience for everyone involved—learning and fun all in one place! 🌟🚀
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🎃👻 ¡Esta mañana, nuestros alumnos de Infantil han tenido una sorpresa escalofriante! Sus padres han visitado el colegio con los maleteros de sus coches decorados con todo tipo de terroríficas temáticas de Halloween. Cada coche estaba transformado con diseños espeluznantes, y los alumnos se lo han pasado en grande yendo de coche en coche para recoger pequeños juguetes y sorpresas. 🎁🚗
Queremos dar las gracias a nuestra increíble AMPA por organizar esta divertida actividad “aterradora”. ¡Habéis hecho que Halloween sea aún más especial para nuestros pequeños! 👏✨
🎃👻 This morning, our Nursery and Reception pupils had a spooktacular surprise! Parents visited the school with cars decorated in all sorts of creepy Hallowe’en themes. Each car boot was transformed with eerie designs, and the children had a fantastic time going from car to car, collecting little toys and fun treats. 🎁🚗
A huge thank you to our wonderful Parents’ Association for organising this “frightfully” fun event. You’ve made Hallowe’en extra special for our young pupils! 👏✨
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🎉 ¡Estamos encantados de anunciar que nuestra alumna Valeria López de Toro ha sido seleccionada para el programa de captación de talentos de la Selección Española de Gimnasia Rítmica! 🤸♀️ El año pasado, Valeria fue elegida para un programa de tecnificación en el Centro de Alto Rendimiento, ¡y ahora la entrenadora la ha seleccionado para esta emocionante oportunidad! 🌟
Estamos muy orgullosos de ella y le deseamos todo lo mejor en esta increíble experiencia. 💖
🎉 We are thrilled to announce that our student Valeria López de Toro has been selected for the talent recruitment programme of the Spanish Rhythmic Gymnastics National Team! 🤸♀️ Last year, Valeria was chosen for a training programme at the High-performance Centre, and now the coach has selected her for this exciting opportunity! 🌟
We are so proud of her and wish her all the best in this incredible experience! 💖
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📚✨ ELIS Murcia tuvo el placer de recibir a Kate Hopkins-Lefevre como parte de nuestro Programa Oxbridge. Kate, graduada en Matemáticas de la Universidad de Cambridge, compartió valiosas perspectivas sobre la vida en Cambridge e informó a los estudiantes sobre el proceso de admisión. Su charla ofreció una visión auténtica de la vida universitaria y del rigor del entorno académico de Cambridge, inspirando a los estudiantes mientras se preparan para sus propias solicitudes futuras. 🌟📖
📚✨ ELIS Murcia was thrilled to welcome Kate Hopkins-Lefevre as part of our Oxbridge Programme! A Mathematics graduate from Cambridge University, Kate offered invaluable insights into life at Cambridge, along with practical guidance on the application process. Her talk provided an authentic glimpse into the academic rigor and vibrant university life, inspiring our students as they prepare for their own future applications! 🌟📖
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISMurcia
🌍 En ELIS Murcia, el multilingüismo y el multiculturalismo son esenciales para formar ciudadanos globales! 🌏 Estamos encantados de ver a nuestros alumnos de Year 9 de mandarín sumergiéndose en lecturas extracurriculares en chino 📚 — ¡una forma divertida y enriquecedora de profundizar en sus habilidades lingüísticas!
🌍 At ELIS Murcia, multilingualism and multiculturalism are essential in nurturing global citizens! 🌏 We’re thrilled to see our Year 9 Mandarin students diving into extracurricular reading in Chinese 📚 — a fun and engaging way to deepen their language skills! 🎉
#ELISMurcia #WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita
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