A Project Born from the Heart and Experience
Moonlight International School is more than just a school; it is the fulfillment of a dream for educational transformation. Behind every classroom and every material, there is a story of searching, family, and a deep respect for childhood.
Why I Created Moonlight
"We believe in an education that inspires, motivates, and truly prepares our students for the future that awaits them. And most importantly: we know how to make it happen."
Paula Núñez
Founder & Director — Moonlight International School
Paula León Núñez
- 19+ years of teaching experience.
- International experience (Spain and the USA).
- Master’s in Therapeutic Pedagogy
- Bachelor’s in Psychopedagogy
- Early Childhood Intervention Specialist
- Specialist in Neuropsychology and Education.
- Certified Montessori Elementary Guide
- Founder, Director, and Counselor at Moonlight International School
A Letter from our Director
Dear Families,
Soy Paula León Núñez, y Moonlight International School es el resultado de 19 años de experiencia profesional, reflexión, pasión y una búsqueda incansable de una alternativa real al sistema educativo tradicional.
After nearly two decades of teaching experience in both Spain and the United States, working in both public and private sectors and specializing in Neuropsychology and Education, I felt it was time to make a radical change in my life and for my family.
I have always believed that education should revolve around the children, not the teachers or rigid systems. That is why I created Moonlight International School: seeking a space where the true protagonists are the students themselves.
An Extension of Your Home
Para mí, el colegio —donde vuestros hijos pasan tantas horas vitales— debe sentirse como una extensión de vuestra casa. Lucho cada día por ofrecer un espacio donde cada niño y niña sea tratado con el mismo cariño, respeto y transparencia que deseo para mis propios hijos.
Aquí, las familias no sois meras espectadoras. Sois parte activa de esta comunidad. Estoy convencida de que cuando la familia y la escuela caminan juntas, los resultados son extraordinarios.
Our Philosophy: A Love for Teaching and Respect for Learning
Nuestra pedagogía no sólo se apoya en teorías avanzadas y evidencia científica; se sostiene sobre algo tan sencillo como poderoso: el amor por enseñar y acompañar.
We believe in each child's unique talent and their innate capacity to discover, create, and grow. Our goal is for them to feel safe, happy, and capable of facing any challenge with the enthusiasm of someone who knows they have no limits.
Os invito a formar parte de este sueño, donde aprender es la mayor aventura de todas y donde cada estudiante sigue siendo, ante todo, un niño.
We look forward to welcoming you with open arms.
Paula León Núñez
Founder & Director — Moonlight International School
Our Mission and Vision
Mission:
Ofrecer un ecosistema educativo bilingüe e internacional donde la neuropsicología, el aprendizaje basado en proyectos y el método Montessori se unan para potenciar el talento individual de cada estudiante.
Vision:
To be the benchmark for a human-centered education, where academic excellence and emotional well-being always go hand in hand.
The Values that Move Us
At Moonlight International School, our school culture isn't just written on the walls; it is lived in the details. These are the principles we uphold every day:
The Student as the Protagonist:
We don’t believe in rigid systems. Here, the child is at the center of every pedagogical decision, respecting their interests, their timing, and their unique way of seeing the world.
Family-School Partnership:
No somos una institución cerrada. Somos una extensión de vuestro hogar. Creemos en la transparencia total y en caminar juntos para que el desarrollo del estudiante sea extraordinario.
Science and Sensitivity:
We unite the precision of Neuropsychology with the warmth of emotional support. We understand how the brain works to better embrace the heart.
Citizens of Tomorrow:
Formamos niños y niñas bilingües, seguros y capaces, bajo estándares internacionales (NEASC), pero con los pies en la tierra y los valores en el respeto mutuo.