Area
School in Cancelada
The school sits in the middle of Cancelada, in Urb Costalita just south of the A-7. For families nearby that means short distances, often walking or cycling distance, and a daily routine where school, the supermarket and sport are minutes apart.
A neighbourhood that works for families
Cancelada keeps much of its village feel while growing with new residential areas. There are supermarkets, pharmacies, restaurants, padel courts and the beach within minutes – much of it within reach without getting in the car.
For families living in Costalita or the neighbouring urbanisations the school is close enough that many children walk or cycle there with friends. That is unusual along this part of the coast, where most things are done by car.
Everyday logistics
Short distances make a real difference across a week: drop-off takes minutes, pick-up can be tied to after-school care, and it is possible to come back for training in the afternoon without spending an hour in the car.
- Lunch is cooked at the school and included for most pupils
- After-school care after the school day
- Football academy with Malmö FF plus a padel and tennis profile
- Holiday camps, including a football camp in June
Distances in the neighbourhood
The times below are approximate and based on what families at the school typically experience. Traffic varies with the season, the weather and school hours – it is worth driving the route on a weekday morning before you decide where to live.
| From | Distance | Off-peak | Rush hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costalita | under 1 km | 2–5 min | 2–5 min |
| Cancelada village | approx. 1–2 km | 3–6 min | 5–10 min |
| Selwo area | approx. 5 km | 7–10 min | 10–15 min |
| El Paraíso / Atalaya | approx. 4 km | 6–9 min | 10–15 min |
| Central Estepona | approx. 10 km | 12–15 min | 15–25 min |
Urb Costalita 1, Cancelada · 29688 Estepona
Which ages and year groups do we take?
We take preschool children from the age of 3 (from 2 in exceptional cases) and pupils up to and including year 6. For secondary school and sixth form we offer a study place and supervision at the school while the pupil studies through Sofia Distans or Hermods.
Teaching follows the Swedish national curriculum and is delivered in Swedish, with Spanish and English every week. The school is a private school supervised by the Junta de Andalucía (the Spanish education authority for Andalusia, which authorises and inspects every school in the region) and is approved by the Swedish National Agency for Education for supplementary Swedish tuition – we are not a state-funded Swedish school abroad.
- Preschool from age 3 (from 2 in exceptional cases)
- Preschool class and years 1–6
- Distance learning for secondary and sixth form on site
- Small groups – a maximum of 16 pupils per class
Moving to Cancelada
Many families choose a home first and a school second – here you can often do the opposite. If the school is decisive for your daily routine, it is worth looking at homes in Cancelada, Costalita or El Paraíso before looking further east.
We are happy to answer questions about the area, including things that have nothing to do with school. We live and work here ourselves.
Come and say hello
If you already live in Cancelada you are welcome to drop by during an ordinary school day. Get in touch and we will arrange a time. Applications are accepted all year round and pupils can start mid-term when there is space.
Common questions about the school in Cancelada
- What is the school's address?
- Urb Costalita 1, Cancelada, 29688 Estepona.
- Can children walk or cycle to school?
- Many children in Costalita and nearby urbanisations do. Distances are short, but the route depends on where you live – come and take a look on site.
- Is lunch served at the school?
- Yes, lunch is cooked at the school and included for most pupils. The menu is published on the website.
- Which year groups are in Cancelada?
- Preschool from age 3 (from 2 in exceptional cases), preschool class and years 1–6, plus a study place for distance learning at secondary and sixth-form level.
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Ready to take the next step?
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and it's fine to start mid-term.
No commitment – we normally reply within one working day. info@sweintschool.com