SALESIANOS DONOSTIA

What SALESIANOS DONOSTIA does

SALESIANOS DONOSTIA (legal entity SALESIANOS DONOSTIA MARIA AUXILIADORA, Tax ID R2000172C) is a private Catholic K-12 institution in Donostia-San Sebastián, Spain, operated under the Inspectoría Salesiana Santiago El Mayor, a province of the global Salesian Congregation. Founded in 1974 in the Intxaurrondo neighborhood and registered in the Ministry of Justice's Register of Religious Institutions (#011123), it operates across two adjacent campuses (Lizardi 12 main campus and Zarategi 49 infant school) and delivers trilingual education in Basque, Spanish, and English (Model D with full English immersion adopted in 2009) to children aged 0 through 16 across five sequential stages: Haur Eskola (0-2), Infantil 2° ciclo (3-5), Primaria (6-11), ESO (12-16), and Basic Vocational Training in Vehicle Mechanics.

Its core product platform layers proprietary methodologies over the standard curriculum, including the HERVAT neuroeducation program, the Finnish-origin KiVa anti-bullying program (PREMIUM category since September 2020), the Yale-developed RULER emotional education framework, cooperative learning, project-based learning, robotics/programming tracks (Lego Education, Scratch, Code), chess, AI literacy, and the GROWTH ROAD AI-assisted career orientation platform. Communications and evaluation run on Dinantia and Esemtia family-school platforms, with Qualla managing early-childhood logistics. An internal AA (Artificial Intelligence) working group supports ongoing AI integration. Value-added services include a canteen (outsourced to Gastronomía Cantábrica), morning care (Goizeko Gela), a psychopedagogical office, the GAZTETXO theatre school, and Cambridge Open Centre examination administration.

The business model combines recurring annual tuition across the 0-16 pipeline with multi-source public subsidies (Basque Government Education Department, Gipuzkoa Provincial Council, Donostia City Council), private foundation grants (La Caixa, Gizaide), ancillary service fees (cafeteria, extracurriculars), and Cambridge exam fees. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer within the Basque Country, relying on Open Days ('Ven a conocernos'), organic social channels (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter/X), and an education conference presence. Distribution is single-city and on-campus, with no geographic expansion beyond San Sebastián. The school also offers a Dual Bachillerato pathway enabling simultaneous Spanish and US High School Diplomas and is part of the international EQAp educational transformation network.

Name

SALESIANOS DONOSTIA

Legal name

SALESIANOS DONOSTIA MARIA AUXILIADORA

Website

https://salesianosdonostia.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1974

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

SALESIANOS DONOSTIA is a private Catholic trilingual K-12 school (Basque, Spanish, English) in Donostia-San Sebastián, Spain, operated by the Salesian Congregation, serving children aged 0-16 across five stages with proprietary neuroeducation, KiVa anti-bullying, and AI-assisted career guidance programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Private K-12 Education Services

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Elementary and Secondary Schools (61111), Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Child Day Care Services (8351)

akta.pro primary industry

International/Global Curriculum Schools (IB, Cambridge, etc.) (EDAJABAG)

Keywords

• Trilingual K-12 education
• Religious primary education
• Early childhood education
• Neuroeducation programs
• Vocational training mechanics

Headquarters

HQ city

Donostia-San Sebastián

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Educational Services Tuition: Private school fees for educational services covering infant education (0-2 years), second cycle infant education (3-5 years), primary education (6-11 years), compulsory secondary education (12-16 years), and basic vocational training. Revenue also includes cafeteria services, extended care services, and extracurricular activities.
2. Extracurricular Activities: Revenue from theatre school (GAZTETXO Antzerki Eskola), leisure club, weekend activities, and summer camps.
3. Government Subsidies: Public funding from Basque Government Education Department (Consejería de Educación del Gobierno Vasco), Provincial Council of Gipuzkoa (Diputación Foral de Gipuzkoa), and Donostia City Council for educational services.
4. Catering Services: School cafeteria (comedor) managed by Gastronomía Cantábrica, providing meals to students.
5. Cambridge Examinations: Fees collected for Cambridge English examinations (YLE, KET, PET, FCE, CAE, CPE) administered as official Open Centre.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Salesianos Donostia is a private Salesian Catholic school in San Sebastián, Spain, providing trilingual education (Basque, Spanish, English) for children aged 0–16 across five educational stages (Haur Eskola, Infant, Primary, Secondary, and Basic Vocational Training in Mechanics). It supplements teaching with proprietary programs (HERVAT neuroeducation, KiVa anti-bullying, RULER emotional education, cooperative learning, robotics, AI literacy) and offers ancillary paid services including cafeteria, extended care, theatre school, Cambridge examinations, and a Dual Diploma pathway. The school operates two physical campuses and draws on the global Salesian educational network of 100+ countries.

Product overview

Salesianos Donostia is a trilingual international school (Basque, Spanish, English) offering education from ages 0 to 16 years across five stages: Haur Eskola (0-2), Educación Infantil 2º Ciclo (3-5), Educación Primaria (6-11), ESO (12-16), and Formación Profesional Básica in Mechanics. The school operates as a unified educational platform enhanced by specialized programs including Neuroeducation (HERVAT), Trilingualism (Modelo D), Pedagogical Innovation (project-based learning, portfolios, AI literacy), KiVa anti-bullying, RULER emotional education, cooperative learning, robotics (Lego Education, Scratch, Code), and the GAZTETXO theatre school. Additional offerings include Cambridge Open Centre exams, Dual Bachillerato, and supplementary services (canteen, morning care, psychopedagogical support). Communication and evaluation are facilitated through Dinantia and Esemtia platforms, while the GROWTH ROAD platform provides AI-powered career orientation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Haur Eskola (Early Childhood Education 0-2 years) Early childhood education and care program for children aged 0 to 2 years at the Zarategi 49 campus, divided into five classrooms (HARPA, BIOLIN, TRONPETA, PIANO, TINBAL). Open from 7:30 to 19:00, September to July, with catering service. Provides early stimulation, neuroeducation, and trilingual immersion (Basque, Spanish, English).
• Educación Infantil 2º Ciclo (3-5 years) Second cycle of infant education for children aged 3-5, following Model D in Basque with English immersion. Includes chess initiation, robotics, and musical instrument learning as part of stimulation programs.
• Educación Primaria (6-11 years) Primary education implementing multiple intelligences, cooperative learning, and thought-based learning to develop critical thinkers. English and Basque are the guiding languages at this stage.
• Educación Secundaria Obligatoria (12-16 years) Compulsory secondary education, a 4-year mandatory stage preparing students for further study or working life. Implements project-based learning, flipped classroom, and thinking habits and skills.
• Formación Profesional Básica - Mecánica (Basic Vocational Training in Mechanics) Basic vocational training module in Mechanics: Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. Duration of 2,000 hours (two full academic years). Graduates obtain a Basic Professional Certificate allowing direct access to intermediate-level training cycles.
• Programa KiVa (Anti-Bullying Program) Finnish anti-bullying program implemented since 2017 and recognized with PREMIUM category since September 2020. Includes teacher training, student awareness activities, debates, and games on emotions and social relationships. The KiVa team handles bullying cases immediately with zero tolerance.
• Cambridge Open Centre Examinations Official University of Cambridge Open Centre offering Cambridge English certification examinations (KET, PET, FCE, CAE, CPE) to enrolled students and community members at accessible prices.
• Bachillerato DUAL (Dual Diploma Program) Dual Diploma Program allowing students to obtain both Spanish and US High School Diploma simultaneously through online platforms with American teachers. Prepares students for national and international universities.
• GAZTETXO Club de Tiempo Libre (Leisure Club & Theatre School) Leisure club for students aged 9+ offering play and sports activities on Saturdays 16:00-20:00, theatre school (GAZTETXO Antzerki Eskola) rehearsals on Fridays and Saturdays, an intervention program for minors (17:00-20:00), and a mediation program in collaboration with juvenile court.
• Servicios Adicionales (Cafeteria, Morning Care, Psychopedagogical Support) Additional services including school canteen (managed by Gastronomía Cantábrica), morning classroom (Goizeko Gela, 8:00-9:00 for early arrivals), and psychopedagogical office for detecting learning difficulties (ADHD, dyslexia, high abilities), with protocols developed by UPV/EHU psychologists.

Quantifiable outcome

• Zero bullying incidents according to 2025-2026 Basque Government Educational Inspection feedback
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

AI capability4 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered minor, flagship and core.

• Eduka & NatureminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 January 2017Educational consulting company led by María Campo that organized the 'Jornada de Directivos de Centros Educativos' (2017) and provides pedagogical training services.
• University of CambridgeflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2009Official Open Centre for Cambridge examinations, offering University of Cambridge certifications (KET, PET, FCE, CAE, CPE) to students and community members at accessible prices. Teachers include native speakers and those with highest qualifications (Proficiency, C2).
• University of Turku (KiVa Program)flagshipTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2006Finnish university that developed the KiVa anti-bullying program. Salesianos Donostia implements this methodology (since 2017, PREMIUM certified since 2020) for bullying prevention and intervention, including virtual simulation components for teacher training.
• Inspectoría Salesiana Santiago El MayorcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent religious organization of the Salesian Congregation that owns and operates Salesianos Donostia. Part of broader network including works in Galicia, Asturias, Cantabria, País Vasco, La Rioja, Navarra, Castilla y León, Madrid, and Castilla-La Mancha. Provides institutional framework, Code of Conduct for child protection, and whistleblowing channel implementation under Law 2/2023.
• Salesian Global NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlobal educational network present in 100+ countries with 120,000+ students and 8,000 top-level teachers. Provides shared educational methodology (Sistema Preventivo de Don Bosco), international best practices, and pedagogical innovation frameworks across all member institutions.
• Kristau EskolaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBasque Catholic schools network. Data sharing partner for statistical reports and public subsidies coordination with Basque Government.
• Gobierno Vasco - Departamento de EducaciónminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBasque Government Education Department. Provides educational subsidies and statistical reporting. Coordinates with Inspectoría Salesiana Santiago El Mayor for public funding purposes.
• Diputación Foral de GipuzkoaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvincial Government of Gipuzkoa. Provides educational subsidies and coordinates with school for regional statistical reports and public funding.
• Ayuntamiento de Donostia-San SebastiánminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCity government of San Sebastián. Coordination partner for public subsidies and educational statistics.
• Fundaciones La Caixa y GizaideminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFoundations providing educational subsidies and support. Data sharing partners for subsidy purposes.
• Gastronomía CantábricaminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerExternal catering company managing the school cafeteria (comedor) with healthy and balanced menus designed by nutrition specialists for student needs.
• Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence (RULER)flagshipTechnology or IntegrationDevelopers of the RULER emotional education methodology used in school. Materials integrated into daily 'Buenos Días' sessions and pastoral plan for emotional regulation and wellbeing.
• EHU/UPV Psychology DepartmentminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity of the Basque Country psychology department that developed protocols used by the school psychologist for learning difficulty detection (TDAH, dyslexia, etc.) and intervention.
• IBARMIAN (Innovation)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerInnovation consultancy providing advisory services to the school through the 'Kampo Aholkulariak' (External Advisors) group for innovation direction.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Colegio Salesianos Santander: Another Salesian K-12 school in northern Spain operating under the same Inspectoría Salesiana network with shared Don Bosco methodology, Cambridge partnerships, and similar vocational training offerings.
• Colegio Gaztelueta: Private Catholic K-12 school in Bilbao (Bizkaia) within the Kristau Eskola network, offering trilingual Basque/Spanish/English education with similar pedagogical orientation and comparable target families.
• Colegio San José (Salesianos Pamplona): Salesian K-12 school in Pamplona operating within the same Spanish Salesian network with similar vocational training, religious education, and trilingual offerings.
• Colegio Ayalde: Private Catholic K-12 school in Loiu (Bizkaia), member of Kristau Eskola, offering Basque Model D trilingual education with similar pedagogical innovation focus and family demographic.
• Colegio Salesianos Atocha: Salesian K-12 school in Madrid operating under the Salesian Congregation with the same Sistema Preventivo de Don Bosco framework and similar trilingual/religious education offerings.

Broad incumbents

• King's College Madrid: Established British international school in Madrid (part of King's Group) offering British K-12 curriculum with Cambridge qualifications, serving a similar premium family demographic in Spain.
• British Council School (Madrid): Large established British international K-12 school in Madrid with official Cambridge examination center status, offering English-medium curriculum and similar Cambridge certification pathways.
• Colegio Montserrat: Large private Catholic K-12 school in Barcelona with strong academic reputation, offering trilingual education and similar religious pedagogical framework targeting premium Catholic families in Spain.

Regional players

• St. George's British International School (Bilbao): British international K-12 school in Bilbao offering English-medium curriculum with Cambridge pathways, competing for the same premium families seeking Cambridge/international credentials.
• American School of Bilbao: Private international K-12 school in Bilbao offering American-style curriculum with English immersion, competing for the same premium Basque Country families seeking international education pathways.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

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