Español - La escuela en España

Summary

The transcript compares the primary school systems in Spain and Italy, based on the experiences of someone who recently moved to Spain. In Spain, primary school (ages 6-12) is followed by four years of secondary education (ESO). The speaker highlights differences, such as subject offerings and class schedules. Spanish students have a weekly tutorial session to discuss concerns with a tutor, and school days run from 9 AM to 5 PM, with breaks for recreation and lunch. The speaker enjoys the new system but notes that Spanish mealtimes are generally later than in Italy.

Takeaways

• 🇪🇸 The word 'kole' is commonly used in Spain to refer to a primary school, for children aged 6 to 12.
• 🇮🇹 In Italy, primary school finishes earlier, typically when children are between 10 and 11 years old.
• 🏫 After primary school in Spain, students move on to 'ESO' (Educación Secundaria Obligatoria), consisting of four years of secondary education.
• 📚 Spanish students take subjects such as math, science, social studies, English, language, physical education, and art, similar to Italian schools.
• 👨‍🏫 In Spain, there is a unique weekly 'tutoring' hour where students talk about their concerns with their teacher.
• ⏰ School hours in Spain typically run from 9 AM to 5 PM, with no classes on Saturdays, unlike some Italian schools.
• 🍽️ There is a long lunch break in Spanish schools, with time for eating, playing, and chatting with friends.
• 🕒 Some schools in Spain release students between 2 and 2:30 PM, but with later meal times being common in Spain.
• 🏃‍♂️ There is a 30-minute mid-morning break for students to play or visit the cafeteria, making recess a fun time.
• 🌍 The speaker compares their experience in an Italian school to their current experience in a Spanish school, finding notable differences in schedules and class structure.

Q & A

What is the meaning of 'kole' in Spain?

'Kole' is a colloquial term used in Spain to refer to 'colegio,' which means primary school, where children between the ages of 6 and 12 attend.

How does the primary school system in Italy differ from that in Spain?

In Italy, primary school ends between the ages of 10 and 11, while in Spain, it goes until age 12. After primary school in Spain, students move on to 'ESO,' or secondary education.

What does 'ESO' stand for in Spain?

'ESO' stands for 'Educación Secundaria Obligatoria,' which is the equivalent of secondary education in Spain, comprising four years of schooling after primary education.

What subjects are common in both Spain and Italy’s primary schools?

Both Spain and Italy offer similar subjects like Math, Natural Sciences, Social Studies, English, Language, Physical Education, and Arts.

What is a unique subject offered in Spanish primary schools compared to Italy?

In Spain, there is a weekly class called 'tutoría,' where students meet with their tutor to discuss various topics, share problems, and express concerns.

What does the 'tutoría' class involve in Spanish schools?

'Tutoría' is a class where students discuss different topics with their tutor, share their worries or problems, and receive guidance and support.

How are the school schedules different between Spain and Italy?

In Spain, classes run from 9 AM to 5 PM, Monday to Friday, with no classes on Saturdays, while in Italy, schools sometimes have Saturday classes.

What are the break times like in Spanish schools?

In Spain, students have a mid-morning break of around 30 minutes to play or visit the cafeteria, followed by a long lunch break to eat, play, and socialize.

What time do Spanish students typically have lunch?

In Spain, students typically eat lunch between 2 and 3 PM, which is later than in Italy due to the cultural habit of eating meals later in the day.

Are there schools in Spain that do not have afternoon classes?

Yes, some schools in Spain do not have afternoon classes, and students finish their day between 2 and 2:30 PM, depending on the schedule.