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New Water Park Sant Josep Opens Near Valencia on 1 July — 45 Minutes from the City
Built on the site of former municipal pools in Vall d'Uixó, the €4.1 million complex spans over 5,300 square metres with three water slides, two pools, and a large children's aqua park
Why Feeding Kids in Spain Means Surrendering to Sugar — A Russian Mum's View from Valencia
At the playground, treats fly between families faster than you can track them, and restaurant kids' menus rarely stretch beyond chips and nuggets. But after years in Valencia, one mother is rethinking what really matters.
La Cotorra Exclusive: How Mila from Valencia Made It onto La Voz Kids
The eight-year-old Russian-speaking Valencia resident took the stage after just six months of singing lessons. Her mother shares the castings, the filming, and meeting star coaches Luis Fonsi, Ana Mena, and Antonio Orozco
Valencia to Open a New Gulliver-Themed Children's Park in the Turia Gardens in 2027
"El Lilliput de Gulliver" will centre on an 8.3-metre climbable giant, with slides, tunnels, and walkways across 2,300 m² of play area. The €1.5 million park is funded by the Valencian Institute of Oncology
Single-Parent Families in Spain Below the EU Average — 7.5% of Households with Children
Eurostat figures released for World Parents' Day show around 372,800 single-parent families in Spain, well below the EU average of 12.9%. Across the EU, 81.6% of such families are headed by a woman
Emigrating with Kids: A Child Psychologist on Choosing Schools And Helping Teens Adapt
How do you pick a school after moving abroad? Do children really adapt so easily? La Cotorra asked child psychologist Svetlana Pron about everything from "I'm not going!" tantrums to bullying and withdrawn teenagers
Ratoncito Pérez: The Mouse Who Collects Children's Teeth — and Has a Museum in Valencia
Spain's answer to the Tooth Fairy has a real address in Madrid, a theatrical "tooth warehouse" in Valencia, and a story that began with a royal commission in 1889. La Cotorra explains the legend
Valencia Launches Two Free Summer Programmes for Children and Young People — 8,000+ Places Available
Verano Joven 2026 offers 2,349 free spots, including sailing, language camps, and city walks, while the Escuelas Deportivas de Verano adds 5,658 places across ten sports. Registration opens 11 May
The Best Schools in Valencia: State, Semi-Private, Private, and International — Ranked and Compared
From top-scoring state schools and Catholic semi-private institutions to IB programmes, British curricula, and the French Lycée — a data-driven guide to Valencia's best schools based on PAU results, Forbes and El Mundo rankings, and parent reviews
Spain’s Childcare Workers Set for Nationwide Strike Demanding Higher Pay and Fewer Kids per Class
Childcare workers in the 0-3 age cycle will walk out on May 7 to protest "poverty wages" and overcrowded classrooms, as unions ramp up pressure on the Ministry of Education
Navigating Schools in Spain: A Comprehensive Guide to Systems, Costs, and Integration
From free public schools with local immersion to elite international institutions, choosing an education path in Valencia is about more than just grades—it's about choosing a lifestyle
Spain Revamps School Menus: Less Frying, More Fiber, and Mandatory Seasonal Produce
A sweeping new decree sets strict standards for public and private school cafeterias, limiting red meat and banning high-sugar snacks from vending machines
Follow the White Rabbit: Alice’s Adventures Land at CaixaForum Valencia
A massive immersive exhibition featuring 255 masterpieces from London’s V&A Museum explores 160 years of Wonderland’s influence on film, fashion, and art
Space-Themed Amusement Park Opens in Valencia's La Pobla de Vallbona
The new Space Zone Jump center offers over 3,500 square meters of trampolines, interactive games, and family fun just twenty minutes from Valencia
More Than Just Swings: A Guide to Valencia’s Best Playgrounds and Parks For Children
From climbing giant literary heroes to navigating miniature cities, discover why Valencia is a paradise for children
WOW Inflatable Park Returns to Valencia for the Spring Season
It features a dedicated area for toddlers, massive slides, obstacle courses, and a climbing wall
Forbes Names Spain’s 100 Best Schools for 2026
It was compiled with input from experts and took children’s well-being into account
Football with Legends: Valencia’s Easter Camp for Kids
We spoke to the president of Valencia’s former players’ association about the perfect spring and summer holidays