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SEK International School El Castillo has established itself as one of the leading educational institutions in Spain thanks to its international model and its commitment to a holistic education. The school, which offers the International Baccalaureate Programme at all stages, combines academic excellence with the personal and emotional development of its students, within a multicultural environment that prepares them for a globalized world.
In this context, the newspaper El Español has interviewed Dinis Costa, Head of SEK-El Castillo, who provides an in-depth perspective on the current challenges in education and the school’s pedagogical model. From the outset, Costa makes his philosophy clear: “Education cannot be the same for everyone, because each student is different,” underlining the importance of personalized learning.
One of the key messages of the interview revolves around the balance between academic performance and personal development. “We care about our students’ grades, but even more about who they want to become,” he states, emphasizing that the goal is not only to achieve strong results, but to shape individuals with judgment, values, and adaptability.
Regarding the educational model, the Head highlights that “learning is not a static process” and that schools must constantly evolve to meet the needs of their students. In this sense, he advocates for a flexible approach to education that supports each student’s growth and fosters autonomy.
Innovation also plays a central role in his discourse. Costa explains that “it is not about introducing technology for the sake of it,” but about doing so with a clear purpose, integrating tools such as artificial intelligence in a responsible way. “We must teach students to live with technology, but also to think for themselves,” he adds.
The international character of SEK-El Castillo is another aspect emphasized by the Head, who explains that the school’s multicultural environment allows students to develop key skills for the future. “We live in a global world, and education must reflect that reality,” he notes, highlighting the importance of critical thinking and cultural openness.
Finally, Costa underscores the importance of the educational community as a whole, especially the relationship with families. “Education is a shared responsibility,” he says, insisting that collaboration between school and home is essential for the development of each student.
