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.
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.
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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We invite you to come and see our school in action: a great opportunity to learn about our varied curriculum and discover the learning atmosphere in our campuses.
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School News
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16/03/2026
The El Valle and Carrascoy Regional Park once again provided the spectacular setting for a new edition of ELIS El Valle Trail, one of the most iconic...
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12/02/2026
The Montevida campus of ELIS Murcia hosted the 14th edition of the ELIS University Fair, a flagship event in academic guidance in southeastern Spain, which this year...
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05/02/2026
ELIS Murcia had the privilege of hosting over 60 leaders from international schools in Spain, Italy, Switzerland, Austria and Greece at a key gathering of Cognita’s School...
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16/12/2025
Once again, the ELIS Murcia community has shown its strong commitment to solidarity by supporting Cáritas Región de Murcia in its Christmas toy collection campaign, part of...
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05/11/2025
We are incredibly proud to announce that ELIS Murcia has once again been recognised for excellence at the Cognita Europe and USA Education Summit. This year, our...
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06/10/2025
Last Friday, 3 October, and Saturday, 4 October, ELIS Murcia enthusiastically celebrated its 35th anniversary, consolidating its position as a leading international school in the Region of...
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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...
⛵💚 ¡Enhorabuena a nuestra alumna Inés Rodado y a toda su familia por este increíble logro!
Estamos muy orgullosos de compartir que Inés, alumna de Year 9, ha conseguido clasificarse para representar a España en el Campeonato Europeo de Optimist, que se celebrará en Polonia el próximo mes de julio.
Tras lograr una magnífica 4ª posición en el ranking nacional de 2026, Inés formará parte del Equipo Nacional de España junto a los mejores regatistas del país.
Su esfuerzo, constancia y dedicación son un magnífico ejemplo de cómo el trabajo duro y la pasión son un camino seguro hacia el éxito💚⛵
⛵💚 Congratulations to our Year 9 student Inés Rodado and all her family on this outstanding achievement!
We are incredibly proud to share that Inés has qualified to represent Spain at the Optimist European Championship, which will take place in Poland this July.
After achieving an excellent 4th place in the 2026 Spanish national ranking, Inés will now be part of the Spanish National Team alongside the country’s top young sailors.
Her dedication, perseverance and hard work are a wonderful example of how commitment and determination are a sure path to success 💚⛵
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISMurcia
➕🧠💚 ¡Enhorabuena a uno de nuestros equipos de Maths Talentum de Year 7 por su fantástica participación en la final del concurso celebrada en la Facultad de Matemáticas de la Universidad de Murcia!
Jesús, María, Marta, Inés y Héctor demostraron un gran trabajo en equipo, esfuerzo y capacidad de razonamiento durante dos intensas horas resolviendo retos matemáticos junto a otros jóvenes talentos.
Estamos muy orgullosos de todo lo que han conseguido al llegar hasta esta fase final. Más allá de los resultados, iniciativas como esta son una magnífica oportunidad para fomentar la sana competitividad, el pensamiento crítico y el disfrute de una materia tan fundamental y apasionante como las matemáticas.
¡Enhorabuena por vuestro compromiso, entusiasmo y excelente trabajo! 💚
➕🧠💚 Congratulations to one of our Year 7 Maths Talentum teams for their fantastic participation in the competition final held at the Faculty of Mathematics of the University of Murcia!
Jesús, María, Marta, Inés and Héctor showed excellent teamwork, determination and problem-solving skills during two intense hours tackling mathematical challenges alongside other talented students.
We are incredibly proud of everything they achieved by reaching this final stage. Beyond the results, initiatives like this are a wonderful way to encourage healthy competition, critical thinking and the enjoyment of such an essential and fascinating subject as Mathematics.
Well done for your commitment, enthusiasm and outstanding effort! 💚
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISMurcia @umu
✨ Estamos enormemente orgullosos de compartir que dos de nuestras excepcionales profesoras en ELIS Murcia, Raquel Sánchez Nieto y Rachael Brett-Summers, han sido preseleccionadas para los Premios Internacionales de Pearson al Profesorado.
Este reconocimiento las sitúa entre algunos de los docentes más inspiradores del mundo: profesionales que no solo dominan su materia, sino que transforman cada día la experiencia de aprendizaje de sus alumnos.
El compromiso de Raquel con el bienestar, el desarrollo personal y la excelencia académica de sus alumnos, junto con la pasión de Rachael por la innovación pedagógica y su impacto en todo el colegio, las convierten en un reflejo perfecto de lo que significa educar en ELIS.
El ganador se anunciará el jueves 18 de junio… pero para nosotros, ellas ya son ganadoras — y toda nuestra comunidad también por contar con ellas. 💚
✨ We are incredibly proud to share that two of our outstanding teachers at ELIS Murcia, Raquel Sánchez Nieto and Rachael Brett-Summers, have been shortlisted for the Pearson International School Teacher Awards!
This recognition places them among some of the most inspiring educators worldwide — professionals who are not only experts in their field, but who truly transform the learning experience of their students every single day.
Raquel’s deep commitment to student wellbeing, personal growth and academic excellence, together with Rachael’s passion for evidence-informed teaching and her impact on whole-school learning, make them exceptional representatives of what education at ELIS stands for.
The winners will be announced on Thursday 18 June… but for us, they are already winners — and so is our whole community for having them. 💚
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISMurcia @pearsonofficial
🏫✨ JORNADA DE PUERTAS ABIERTAS EN JUNIO 2026 ✨🏫
📅 Lunes 1 de junio
🕤 9:15 am - 10:30 am
🖱️ Inscripciones aquí: 👉 https://elismurcia.com/es/puertas-abiertas-y-visitas/
🏫✨ OPEN DAY EVENT IN JUNE 2026 ✨🏫
📅 Monday 1 June
🕤 9:15 am - 10:30 am
🖱️ Register here: 👉 https://elismurcia.com/open-days-visits/
#ELISMurcia #WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita
🗣️✨ ¿Cómo ayudar a tus hijos a expresarse mejor… y a pensar por sí mismos?
Te invitamos a un nuevo taller de nuestra Escuela de Padres: Oratoria y Pensamiento Crítico
📅 Miércoles 13 de mayo
🕒 15:30 – 16:30
📍 Edificio Marie Curie (Campus Buenavista)
Dirigido especialmente a familias de Year 3 y Year 4 (2º y 3º de Primaria), aunque abierto a todas las familias, también externas al colegio.
💡 Descubre cómo convertir las conversaciones cotidianas en casa en potentes herramientas para desarrollar el razonamiento, la escucha activa y la confianza comunicativa.
👉 Inscríbete aquí:
https://elismurcia.com/es/formulario-de-inscripcion-al-club-de-padres/
🗣️✨ How can you help your child express themselves better… and think more critically?
Join our next Parent School Workshop: Oracy and Critical Thinking
📅 Wednesday 13 May
🕒 15:30 – 16:30
📍 Marie Curie Building (Buenavista Campus)
Especially aimed at Year 3 and Year 4 families, but open to all families — including those outside the school.
💡 Discover practical strategies to turn everyday conversations at home into powerful learning opportunities, boosting reasoning, active listening and confident communication.
👉 Sign up here:
https://elismurcia.com/parent-club-sign-up-form/
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISMurcia
🌍✨ Un auténtico privilegio para nuestros alumnos de Year 13
Nuestros estudiantes de Economía de Year 13 recibieron la visita y presentación de Eva Gutiérrez, cuya destacada trayectoria en el Fondo Monetario Internacional y el Banco Mundial aportó una perspectiva única sobre Desarrollo Económico.
Su intervención enriqueció enormemente su aprendizaje, despertando un gran interés y dando lugar a preguntas reflexivas y conversaciones de gran nivel.
Queremos expresar nuestro más sincero agradecimiento a Eva por compartir su tiempo y experiencia con nuestros alumnos, aportando un conocimiento práctico y auténtico que les permite ampliar su perspectiva y seguir impulsando su crecimiento académico.
👏 ¡Todo un privilegio contar con visitas así en nuestro colegio!
🌍✨ A true privilege for our Year 13 students
Our Year 13 Economics students welcomed a visit and presentation from Eva Gutierrez, whose distinguished career at the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank brought a unique and insightful perspective on Economic Development.
Her session greatly enriched their learning, sparking genuine interest and leading to thoughtful questions and meaningful discussions.
We would like to extend our sincere thanks to Eva for giving her time to share her knowledge and expertise, providing students with practical and authentic insights that broaden their perspective and support their academic growth.
👏 A real privilege to welcome speakers of this calibre to our school!
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISMurcia
🎶✨ Teacher Spotlight de mayo en ELIS Murcia ✨🎶
Este mes ponemos el foco en Jeffrey Hammen, nuestro profesor de Música y tutor de Year 7 👏
Su trayectoria en el colegio y su forma de entender la educación dejan huella en cada alumno que pasa por su aula 🎼💚
¡Enhorabuena, Jeffrey, y gracias por todo lo que aportas a nuestra comunidad! 🙌
👉 Descubre más sobre su historia y su visión en nuestro display-
🎶✨ Teacher Spotlight – May at ELIS Murcia ✨🎶
This month, we are shining the spotlight on Jeffrey Hammen, our Music teacher and Year 7 tutor 👏
His journey at the school and his approach to education make a lasting impact on every student he teaches 🎼💚
Congratulations, Jeffrey, and thank you for everything you bring to our community! 🙌
👉 Find out more about his story and perspective on our display.
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISMurcia
Nuestros alumnos de Year 2 han disfrutado de una mañana muy especial en Huerto Pío 🌿
Durante la visita, participaron en un recorrido guiado por el entorno natural, descubriendo diferentes plantas y aprendiendo cómo crecen 🌱. Además, vivieron una experiencia práctica en el vivero, donde pudieron plantar sus propias semillas y sentirse como auténticos jardineros 🪴.
Este tipo de salidas son una oportunidad fantástica para afianzar el aprendizaje en un contexto real, fomentando la curiosidad, la observación y el contacto directo con la naturaleza 🌍💚.
Su comportamiento fue excelente en todo momento, y estamos muy orgullosos de ellos. Así da gusto salir con nuestros alumnos: ¡son unos magníficos representantes de nuestro colegio! 👏✨
Our Year 2 students enjoyed a wonderful morning at Huerto Pío 🌿
During their visit, they took part in a guided tour of the natural surroundings, learning about different plants and how they grow 🌱. They also had a hands-on experience in the nursery, planting their own seeds and becoming little gardeners for the day 🪴.
Visits like this are a fantastic way to reinforce learning in a real-life context, encouraging curiosity, observation and a meaningful connection with nature 🌍💚.
Their behaviour was excellent throughout the visit, and we are very proud of them. They are a pleasure to take on trips and wonderful ambassadors for our school! 👏✨
#WeAreELIS #WeAreCognita #ELISMurcia @fsierraminera
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