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Childhood playground having direct classroom access and separate fencing for safety. Classrooms at the school are designed to be spacious and air-conditioned, benefiting from natural light and equipped with interactive whiteboards. The science labs are modern and connected by shared storage and prep areas, featuring necessary scientific equipment and dual-use spaces for lectures and lab work. Added in 2016, the Secondary School has two flexible learning spaces of 250 square meters each, designed for a variety of educational configurations and equipped with technology access points. The Media Center caters to all grades, offering a wide range of resources including books in English and Spanish, magazines, CDs, and DVDs, along with comfortable reading spaces. The auditorium, capable of accommodating up to 300 individuals, is equipped for performances and events with a stage, lighting, and sound systems. Technology resources include a Computer Lab with up-to-date software, multiple laptop and iPad carts, and facilities for physical education, including newly inaugurated gymnasiums and a fitness area.
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