School Finding Services

Choosing the right school is one of the most important decisions families make when relocating to Valencia.

At LaVidalencia, we help families understand the full range of educational options available, including public schools, concertados, private schools, international schools, Montessori programs, British schools, American schools, and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs.

Our goal is to help you identify the schools that best match your child’s educational needs, learning style, personality, language goals, and your family’s long-term plans in Spain.

Whether you’re looking for a fully Spanish educational experience, a bilingual pathway, or an international curriculum, we’ll help you understand the options and make informed decisions with confidence.

Most families begin with a consultation where we discuss your children’s needs, preferred educational approach, language considerations, budget, and relocation timeline.

Who You’ll Work With

Our School Finding services combine the experience of multiple members of the LaVidalencia team.

Amanda Chigbrow

Founder & Lead Relocation Strategist

Specializes in:

  • International schools

  • Montessori schools

  • Private schools

  • American curriculum programs

  • British curriculum programs

  • Complex family educational planning

Claudio Buggiotti

Lead Relocation Advisor

Specializes in:

  • Public schools

  • Concertados

  • Enrollment guidance

  • Local education systems

  • Family integration

  • Day-to-day school transition support

Depending on your family’s goals, you may work with Amanda, Claudio, or both during the school selection process.

Self-Service Coaching

$375 / €280

This is for the person who wants to learn by doing.  You'll have me here to coach you through the process.

Planning Phase

  • Educational Needs Assessment

  • 1-hour consultation

  • General school matching based on the child’s needs, learning style, and family priorities.

Coaching Phase

  • 1 additional hour of remote coaching

  • Learn the types of schools

    • Public

    • Concertado

    • Private - Montessori

    • Private - International Baccalaureate (IB)

    • Private - British

    • Private - American

  • Discuss school transportation options

  • Enrollment Process

  • Follow-up email summary

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Only need help with one piece of the process? A 30-Minute Strategy Call is the best place to start.

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Comprehensive School Finding

Starting at $650 / €560*

Families with school-age children who want informed recommendations but plan to handle school visits and enrollment themselves.

Expert school matching based on each child's unique educational needs, learning style, and family priorities.

Planning Phase

  • Educational Needs Assessment

  • 1-hour consultation

  • Expert school matching based on the child’s needs, learning style, and family priorities.

Coaching Phase

  • 2 additional hours of remote coaching

  • Learn the types of schools

    • Public

    • Concertado

    • Private - Montessori

    • Private - International Baccalaureate (IB)

    • Private - British

    • Private - American

  • Discuss school transportation options

  • Enrollment process

  • Follow-up email summary

Primary Phase

  • Research and report on 3-5 suitable schools

  • School contact introduction

  • Up to 2 School visits on your behalf

*Add $400/€345 for each additional child that you would like an individual assessment.

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Hourly Consultation

$120 / €100

This is a great way to connect on an as needed basis to verify the research and work that you are doing on your own.

  • 1-hour consultation

  • Follow-up email summarizing the call

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