Informative Meetings for Parents

At Aloha, we recognise how important it is for you to be aware of your child’s routines in school. At the beginning of every academic year, therefore, we hold informative meetings per year group in Primary and one for those who start Secondary School. Parents receive information, have their questions answered, and get to know […]

Salvador Astolfi, Equestrian Spanish Champion

We are very proud of Salvador Astolfi (Year 8) and his outstanding achievement in the Spanish Tournament of Horse Jumping. Salvador’s team (comprised of 4 members in total) recently won the Spanish National Tournament of Horse Jumping under the category of Alevin, being proclaimed Spanish National Champions in the Spanish National Championships held in Valencia. […]

Instrumental Lessons Demonstration

Every year in the Music Department we start the term with a demonstration by our instrumental tutors. The event is always a great success and incentive for our pupils to take the opportunity of individual private lessons. This we feel is an important part of their education and hope that as many pupils as possible […]

In-Service Training for Staff

Teaching staff were in school at least a week before term started. Apart from preparing their classrooms and their curriculum planning, they also participated in teacher training, with a visit from 3 different educational consultants. The training our staff receive in curriculum and teaching and learning keeps us up-to-date with educational issues and reflects our […]

The importance of Home-School Partnership in Schools

Elizabeth Batchelor, Principal of Aloha College, talks about the importance of a strong home-school partnership. Children learn best when parents and teachers work together to encourage and support them. Schools alone cannot address all of a child’s developmental needs. The positive involvement of parents is essential – this all appears to be common sense, however, […]

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Darren Roth
Earned his BA(Hons) in English Literature from Cardiff University before completing his teaching qualification as a secondary English teacher at Swansea University. Over 17 years in South Wales, he held roles including Head of English, Head of Sixth Form, and senior management before joining Aloha College Marbella in 2012. A passionate educator, Darren finds immense satisfaction in students’ success.
His diverse interests extend beyond the classroom. Darren obtained his pilot’s licence at 17 through a Royal Air Force scholarship and continued training for years. He volunteered in the Camp America scheme, played water polo for Wales Under 18s, and taught children to swim.
Outside of his professional and athletic pursuits, Darren enjoys reading, cycling, and walking his rescue Yorkshire Terrier, Charley. A paddleboarding enthusiast, he finds joy in outdoor activities. Darren also has a flair for cooking and delights in preparing meals for friends. He holds a special affection for the Andalusian sunshine and seizes every opportunity to explore Spain and beyond.
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Kate Edwards
Kate graduated from the University of Central England with a BEd (Hons) in Primary Education, specialising in the Early Years. As an experienced leader in both UK and international educational settings, Kate is committed to providing students with a learning environment that celebrates effort and achievement in both academic and personal endeavors. In July 2019, Kate, completed the Cobis Program for Aspiring Heads, before taking on her first headship with us in 2023. 
In her spare time, Kate loves spending time with her husband and three children. They often enjoy trips to the park, constructing Lego masterpieces, strolls along the beach and splashing about in the pool. When time allows, Kate also loves to bake.  At home you’ll often find her whipping up a storm in the kitchen. Rumour has it, she dreams of donning the iconic apron on the Great British Bake Off one day! 
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We won’t have summer camp in 2024

We are working on an excellent program
for summer 2025