You Are Not Alone In This
Moving your family to Spain is exciting. But finding the right school for your children? That's where the real stress begins.
You're navigating a completely different education system, in a language you may not yet speak fluently. You're comparing types of schools you've never heard of before. And you want to make the right choice. First time.
That's exactly why I'm here.
ABOUT ME
Hi, I'm Lianne.
I'm a former teacher, coordinator and principal in international education and — like you — an expat mum living in Spain.
I founded SchoolCompassSpain because I know how overwhelming this process can feel, and how much the right school matters.
I help expat families like yours find schools that fit, not just academically, but emotionally, linguistically and socially. Schools where your children will feel safe, grow and thrive.
I help expat families like yours find schools that fit — not just academically, but emotionally, linguistically and socially. Schools where your children will feel safe, grow and thrive.
How I Work
Step 1:
We Talk
Book your free 30-minute intro call.
You tell me about your family, your children, your priorities, your timeline and your preferred area in Spain. I ask the right questions — the ones that make a real difference later.
After this call, you'll already feel more informed and less overwhelmed.
Step 2:
I Research
Based on our conversation, I go to work.
I research schools in your area, contact them, check current availability and key points, speak with my contacts where relevant and build a personalized shortlist.
This isn't a search you can do on Google or with AI. This is knowledge earned over years.
Step 3: I Present Your Options
I present you with a clear, honest overview of your best school options.
Not a long list — a considered shortlist, with pros and cons for each, explained in plain language.
You'll know exactly what questions to ask and what to look for.
Step 4: We Move Forward Together
Depending on your package, I help you arrange school visits, prepare applications, gather documents and communicate with schools.
I'm here until your child is settled. And sometimes, a little beyond that.