Lope de Vega International School is a dynamic school in many ways, including its facilities. Year after year, since the school opened in 1956, the facilities have been transformed to meet the needs of its students and adapt to changing times and their requirements.
As expected, improvements have also been made for the 2023-24 school year. These range from the renovation of the paddle tennis courts and school cafeterias to the creation of two secondary school classrooms, as well as improvements to the playgrounds with new shaded areas and the installation of air conditioning in the sports hall. In addition, a complete photovoltaic panel system has been installed to promote the school's sustainability.
Renovation of the padel courts
Padel is one of the sports practiced at Lope de Vega International School. It is taught both in Physical Education classes and extracurricular activity and federated sport that is part of the LDV Sports Club. Classes are taught by Costa TennisThe academy is based at the school. The supervision, maintenance, and renovation of our sports facilities is essential to guarantee their quality.
Two new classrooms in secondary school
For the 2023-24 academic year, two new classrooms have been opened Middle SchoolThe building has been extended to accommodate them. This way, our students have more space.
The new classrooms are very bright thanks to the large windows on both sides. They are also equipped with all the necessary technology and brand-new furniture.
Installation of photovoltaic panels, a sustainable school
With the aim of becoming an increasingly sustainable school, new photovoltaic panels have been installed to provide energy to the entire center. This significantly reduces its carbon footprint due to CO2 savings.2.
After monitoring the energy savings resulting from this improvement, it has been observed that at times the school is able to sustain itself solely with solar energy.
The installation of photovoltaic panels adds to the aerothermal system that was discussed last year for the new climate control of the swimming poolAerothermal heating for swimming pools is a highly efficient system that achieves savings of up to 60% compared to traditional systems. Furthermore, it is a renewable energy source, as it does not emit CO2 into the atmosphere and is not dependent on the international energy market like natural gas and other fossil fuels.
Renovation of the dining rooms
The Lope de Vega school has two cafeterias that were recently renovated. However, further improvements have been made this year to both their dining areas. facilities as in his the service. The menus, which are prepared by expert nutritionists, can be viewed on our website..
New shaded areas and cooling systems
Because last year we experienced some of the highest temperatures ever recorded in the area, improvements have been implemented for this new school year.
On one hand, they have been installed awnings that provide shade in the Infant and Primary playground (mini tennis area). In addition, it has been installed artificial grass which allows children to play on the floor thanks to its fire-resistant fibers that dissipate heat.
On the other hand, they have been installed fans throughout the entire pavilion to keep it cool both when used for sports and when used at school events.
