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  1. At what age does compulsory education begin in Spain?

    Answer: 6 years old

    Compulsory education (educación obligatoria) in Spain begins at age 6 with primary education.

  2. What does 'ESO' stand for in the Spanish education system?

    Answer: Educación Secundaria Obligatoria

    ESO (Educación Secundaria Obligatoria) is Spain's compulsory secondary education for students aged 12 to 16.

  3. What is the Bachillerato in Spain?

    Answer: A two-year non-compulsory post-secondary stage preparing students for university

    Bachillerato is a voluntary two-year upper secondary education stage in Spain for students aged 16–18, preparing them for university entrance.

  4. What is 'Formación Profesional' (FP) in Spain?

    Answer: Vocational and technical training programs preparing students for the job market

    Formación Profesional (FP) offers practical vocational training in a wide range of fields, providing qualifications recognized in the labor market.

  5. Which university entrance exam must students pass in Spain to access public universities?

    Answer: Selectividad (EBAU — Evaluación del Bachillerato para el Acceso a la Universidad)

    EBAU (Selectividad) is the standardized exam Spanish students take after Bachillerato to qualify for university admission.

  6. How many years does compulsory primary education (Educación Primaria) last in Spain?

    Answer: 6 years (ages 6–12)

    Educación Primaria in Spain lasts six years, covering ages 6 to 12, and is compulsory for all children.

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