Agora Madrid International School and European School of Madrid are both in Madrid, about 18 km apart. Both schools offer IB programmes, and European School of Madrid also offers British and EYFS. Published annual fees are €4,100 - 9,300 at Agora Madrid International School and €4,090 - 7,290 at European School of Madrid, which puts Agora Madrid International School roughly 18% higher. Both take pupils from 0 to 18. The two are similar in size, at around 600 and 700 pupils. Typical class sizes are 20 at Agora Madrid International School and 27 at European School of Madrid.
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Agora Madrid International School
Madrid, Spain
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European School of Madrid
Madrid, Spain
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Fees / year
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Fees / year €4,100 - 9,300 | Fees / year €4,090 - 7,290 |
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Age range
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Age range 0 - 18 years | Age range 0 - 18 years |
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Type
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Type Co-educational | Type Co-educational |
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Curriculum
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Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) | Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage) |
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Pupils
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Pupils 600 | Pupils 700 |
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Typical class size
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Typical class size 20 | Typical class size 27 |
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Instruction language
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Instruction language English, Spanish | Instruction language English, Spanish |
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Opened
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Opened 1981 | Opened 1989 |
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Bus service
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Bus service Yes | Bus service Yes |
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Location
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Location Agora Madrid International School is located in the El Bosque residential area in Villaviciosa de Odón. Address: Calle Duero, 35, 28670 Villaviciosa de Odón, Madrid, Spain. It has a privileged natural setting. | Location Las Rozas de Madrid, Madrid, Spain. The campus is located at Calle Cólquide, 14, Las Rozas and is served by two bus routes covering Las Rozas, Torrelodones and Majadahonda. |
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Stages
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Stages Infant Education; Primary Education; Secondary Education; National Baccalaureate; International Baccalaureate | Stages Infants (0-6), Primary (6-12), Secondary (12-16), Baccalaureate (16-18) |
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School type
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School type private international school | School type Private international school; IB World School; part of the Cognita family. |
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Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix — | Pupil nationality mix — |
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Additional learning support
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Additional learning support The Educational Psychology and Guidance Department provides psycho-pedagogical evaluation and intervention, literacy groups, spelling improvement, speech therapy for students from 4 years old, learning and study techniques, and career advice; tutorials with parents and teachers are offered to coordinate progress. | Additional learning support Be Well Together PSHE programme; safeguarding team including child protection, mental health support, digital safety, and professionals from the psycho-pedagogical department; support for students with high capacities. |
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Country affiliation
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Country affiliation Spain | Country affiliation — |
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Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation — | Religious affiliation — |
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School day structure
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School day structure School day: Monday to Friday, 8:30 to 17:30 | School day structure — |
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Bus service details
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Bus service details — | Bus service details Transportation service with two routes: Route 1 covers Las Rozas, Torrelodones and Majadahonda; Route 2 serves other neighbouring towns. |
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Fee details
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Fee details Application and registration fees - Admission (one‑time, at enrollment): EUR 325. - Annual re‑enrolment / reservation of place (for 2026–27): EUR 210. Tuition fees by year group (annual amount and monthly instalment) - Infant P1 & P2: EUR 4,100 per year — billed as 10 monthly payments of EUR 410. - Infant P3–P5: EUR 5,900 per year — billed as 10 monthly payments of EUR 590. - Primary: EUR 6,650 per year — billed as 10 monthly payments of EUR 665. - Secondary 1 & 2: EUR 7,250 per year — billed as 10 monthly payments of EUR 725. - Secondary 3 & 4: EUR 7,500 per year — billed as 10 monthly payments of EUR 750. - Secondary Pre‑International Baccalaureate (Pre‑IB): EUR 8,550 per year — billed as 10 monthly payments of EUR 855. - National Baccalaureate: EUR 8,050 per year — billed as 10 monthly payments of EUR 805. - International Baccalaureate (IB): EUR 9,300 per year — billed as 10 monthly payments of EUR 930. IB Diploma (IBDP) examination fees - IBDP exam taxes: EUR 370 (listed separately). Lunch service and meal / extended‑hours pricing - Lunch service (annual option): EUR 2,200 per year — billed as 10 monthly payments of EUR 220. Lunch service is compulsory for Infant, Primary and Secondary. - One‑day menu (single day): EUR 16 per day. - Extended hours (options listed monthly): 30 min/day — EUR 39 per month; 1 hour/day — EUR 53 per month; 2 hours/day — EUR 78 per month. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition fees are stated as an annual fee and are payable in 10 monthly instalments (annual fee divided into 10 monthly payments). The lunch service is also presented as an annual fee payable in 10 monthly instalments. An early payment discount of 2% is listed. These prices are presented exclusive of taxes. Sibling discounts, insurance and included services - Sibling grants on tuition: 3rd sibling — 20% reduction; 4th sibling — 50% reduction; 5th sibling — 100% reduction (free). An early payment discount of 2% is shown. These discounts apply to tuition as indicated in the fee schedule. - The annual tuition includes a number of services: school accident insurance, psychopedagogical diagnosis & counselling, nurse at school, curricular swimming, music (language + chorus + violin), technology & robotics, oratory (ESO) and cultural activities. Boarding - No boarding fees are shown in the Madrid fee schedule. Boarding is referenced elsewhere in the school group offering (boarding in Andorra noted as an experience), but no boarding fee schedule is provided for the Madrid campus in the published tuition document. Other costs and services - The published fee schedule lists the core items above (tuition, lunch service, extended hours, IBDP exam taxes) and notes additional school services and extracurricular activities; no separate uniform fee is listed in the published tuition document. Transport, specific extracurricular fees, and some optional services are not itemised in the three‑page fee document. Refunds and cancellations - The published tuition document does not include a refund or cancellation policy within the fee schedule itself. Fee payment options - The published fee schedule does not specify accepted payment methods (for example, credit card or bank transfer) within the fee document. Payment method details are not listed on the tuition pages. Taxes - All stated prices are shown exclusive of taxes; applicable taxes are not included in the listed amounts. | Fee details School Fees (Academic year 2025-2026) Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is presented as monthly payments in 10 equal instalments, paid from September through June. - An annual enrolment fee (reservation deposit) of EUR 360 is payable at the time of registration; this fee does not include textbooks, excursions, school supplies, or computer equipment. Infants (ages 0–5) - Babies (0–1): 4 hours — EUR 409 per month; annual total (10 instalments) EUR 4,090; per academic term (3-term split) EUR 1,363.33. - Babies (0–1): 8 hours — EUR 578 per month; annual total EUR 5,780; per term EUR 1,926.67. - First Stage (1–2): 4 hours — EUR 348 per month; annual total EUR 3,480; per term EUR 1,160.00. - First Stage (1–2): 8 hours — EUR 499 per month; annual total EUR 4,990; per term EUR 1,663.33. - Second Stage (3–5): EUR 542 per month; annual total EUR 5,420; per term EUR 1,806.67. Primary (ages 6–12) - 1st and 2nd grade: EUR 598 per month; annual total EUR 5,980; per term EUR 1,993.33. - 3rd and 4th grade: EUR 633 per month; annual total EUR 6,330; per term EUR 2,110.00. - 5th and 6th grade: EUR 651 per month; annual total EUR 6,510; per term EUR 2,170.00. Secondary (ages 12–16) - 1st and 2nd year (ESO): EUR 663 per month; annual total EUR 6,630; per term EUR 2,210.00. - 3rd year (ESO): EUR 688 per month; annual total EUR 6,880; per term EUR 2,293.33. - 4th year (ESO): EUR 700 per month; annual total EUR 7,000; per term EUR 2,333.33. Baccalaureate (Pre-university, ages 16–18) - 1st year Bachillerato: EUR 719 per month; annual total EUR 7,190; per term EUR 2,396.67. - 2nd year Bachillerato: EUR 729 per month; annual total EUR 7,290; per term EUR 2,430.00. Annual enrolment fee and discounts - Annual enrolment (reservation) fee: EUR 360 at registration. - Sibling discounts on the school fee: second sibling 10%; third sibling 20%; fourth sibling 50%. Discounts are not cumulative; only the highest single discount applies and they apply to the school fee. - Early payment discount: 1% for payment of the annual amount before September (applies only to the school fee). Additional services and typical charges - Lunch service: Infants EUR 176; Primary, Secondary and Baccalaureate EUR 186. An additional daily sandwich option for Bachillerato students is EUR 49. - Extended hours (options and listed prices): Mornings (includes breakfast) — from 08:30: EUR 45; from 08:00: EUR 75. Afternoons — until 17:30: EUR 45; until 18:00: EUR 75. Additional early/late hours (07:00–08:00 and 18:00–19:00) are available only for Infants on request (price on request). - Transport (listed zone prices): Zone 1 (Las Rozas, Torrelodones, Majadahonda) — Round trip EUR 150; One way EUR 115. Zone 2 (other towns) — Round trip EUR 187; One way EUR 133. Boarding - The school operates as a day school and does not offer boarding/residential provision. Refund information - The enrolment fee is described as a reservation deposit paid at the time of registration; no separate refund terms are stated alongside the fee information. Fee payment options and contact for billing - Specific accepted payment methods (bank transfer, direct debit, credit card, etc.) are not listed together with the fee table; for billing arrangements and payment methods, contact the school's admissions office by phone or email: Admissions phone +34 687 52 11 51; email admisionescem@cognita.com. Notes on calculation conventions used above - Monthly figures shown above are the monthly instalment amounts as presented by the school. Annual totals were calculated as the monthly instalment multiplied by 10 (the school's 10-instalment schedule). Per-term amounts were calculated by dividing that annual total by three to present an approximate per-academic-term figure for each year group. |
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Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements Boarding in Andorra is available through Agora Andorra International School. Residents are guided by two tutors, one for academics and one for wellbeing and extracurriculars, with ongoing communication with families. The programme is multilingual, with Spanish as the vehicular language and English and French studied; Catalan is taught as a non-vehicular language. The boarding day includes directed study and sports from 5:00 p.m. to dinner, with reinforcement classes if needed; weekends include supervised study and activities. | Boarding arrangements — |
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Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement Uniforms are compulsory for all pupils. A shop on-site sells school uniforms and the necessary sportswear. | Uniform requirement — |
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Food options
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Food options Dining is provided on-site with meals prepared and served from the school's own kitchens; dietary needs can be catered for. | Food options The school offers a canteen service with meals prepared in-house. Menus are tailored to allergies or intolerances, and teachers accompany students in the canteen to promote healthy eating habits. The dining program emphasizes a varied and balanced Mediterranean diet and good table manners. |
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House system
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Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership The school is a private international school. It is part of Globeducate, a network of international schools. | Governance and ownership The school is part of the Cognita family of Schools. |
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Curriculum details
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Curriculum details Agora Madrid International School provides an individualized, international, innovative and multilingual education from age 4 months to university. The educational project is defined by five distinctive elements: the International Baccalaureate as a model for the future, multilingualism, STEAM, sport and well-being, and shaping the world. In Primary Education, bilingualism is central; all subjects are taught in English except Spanish Language and Mathematics. The Primary Education curriculum includes development of language, music, art and sports, with violin started in the first year and a school choir. After completing the compulsory Secondary Education, students can choose the Spanish National Baccalaureate or the International Baccalaureate at pre-university level. Agora Madrid International School is an authorised IB school and many students go on to universities in Spain or overseas. | Curriculum details Infants (0-6), Primary (6-12), Secondary Education (12-16), and Baccalaureate (16-18). International Baccalaureate programmes are offered, including the Primary Years Programme (PYP) with Pre-PYP for ages 3-11 and the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 11-16; starting September 2027, the school will offer both the National Baccalaureate and the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP), completing the full IB continuum. The school provides a pathway from Infants to the 2nd year of Bachillerato (Pre-university). |
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Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
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Exam results Agora Madrid International School is among the Top 100 schools in Spain according to MiCole. | Exam results Academic results include a 100% pass rate in PAU 2025 with an average PAU grade of 7.56 and a CAU average of 10.54. EvAU results from the 2023-2024 school year show a top score of 13.9 out of 14. CEM is a Cambridge ESOL preparation center and offers official language examinations in English (PET, FCE, CAE), French (DELF), German (FIT), and Chinese (HSK), with certifications provided by Alliance Française, Goethe Institut, and the Confucius Institute. CEM Excellence Scholarships were awarded for 2025/26 to high-achieving students. |
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Higher education progression
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Higher education progression — | Higher education progression Some students gain access to double degree opportunities in English, Medicine, Mathematical Engineering or Aeronautics, with graduates continuing their studies in Spain or abroad. The school emphasizes preparation for university and professional futures through its IB pathway and diverse examination options. |
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Gifted and talented
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Gifted and talented — | Gifted and talented CEM offers CEM Excellence Scholarships for high-achieving Secondary and Baccalaureate students; scholarships recognize outstanding academic performance and ongoing commitment to school values. |
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Academic calendar
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Social & emotional learning
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Social & emotional learning The school uses sport as an integral part of the curriculum to develop perseverance, self-improvement, teamwork and cooperation, and to boost social skills. | Social & emotional learning The school places emphasis on a secure social and emotional environment as part of its bilingual education model and personalised attention to students. |
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN) The school has an Educational Psychology and Guidance Department that provides individual help and guidance to support students academically, socially and personally, and coordinates progress with teaching staff; professional support is available for learning difficulties or for complex social or family situations. | Special educational needs (SEN) Not provided on the page. |
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English as an additional language
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English as an additional language The school offers a multilingual educational project with linguistic immersion beyond English, enabling students to master their official language along with English, French or German. The school is a registered examinations centre offering Trinity College London and University of Cambridge English Language papers, and collaborates with Alliance Française (French) and Goethe Institut (German). | English as an additional language English immersion begins in Infants and a bilingual English-Spanish environment starts in 1st Primary, with opportunities to add a second and third language as students progress. |
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Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing The school has a Mental Health and Educational Psychology Department that provides individual support to help students succeed academically, socially and personally, and coordinates progress with teachers; body, mind and spirit support is available through the Body, Mind & Spirit programme. | Mental wellbeing Not provided on the page. |
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding — | Safeguarding Not provided on the page. |
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities overview
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Facilities overview The facilities are bright, spacious and versatile, designed to provide students with the best opportunities for learning. The school has three laboratories, computer rooms and digital classrooms incorporating the latest technology, and well‑resourced play areas, recreational spaces and sporting facilities. Modern classrooms are equipped with the equipment and resources necessary to enrich and enhance the learning experience. The main spaces include preschool classrooms, specially designed classrooms, laboratories, sports facilities and a swimming pool. There are dedicated spaces for Art, a Library, Study Rooms and a large play and recreational area. | Facilities overview Two buildings make up the campus, serving different educational stages. The Infants School occupies a dedicated building with adapted, open-air classrooms, a sensory space, outdoor spaces and a library. The Main Building hosts Primary and Secondary spaces, with IB-aligned Primary classrooms and a library. Secondary facilities include dynamic classrooms, an Outdoor Bachillerato Terrace, a Science Laboratory, a Secondary Library and Common Learning Spaces; European Valley is a technology-focused hub. An Art Room and Hall support creative work, and sports facilities include an outdoor athletics track, two multipurpose courts and a multidisciplinary gym, with a Primary outdoor playground for younger students. |
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Sports facilities
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Sports facilities Onsite facilities include volleyball courts, a 1000 m athletics field and a gymnasium. Swimming and tennis lessons take place at nearby first‑rate facilities. Swimming lessons take place at the Hispa Ocio Leisure Centre and Swimming Pool in Villaviciosa de Odón. | Sports facilities Outdoor athletics track, two multipurpose courts and a multidisciplinary gym form the core of the sports facilities. Judo has a dedicated space within the sports complex. The Primary outdoor playground provides space for outdoor activity. These spaces are used for extracurricular activities and sports clubs, including judo. |
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Academic facilities
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Academic facilities Agora Madrid International School has three laboratories: Physics, Biology and Chemistry. It has two computer rooms with 25 computers. It provides specially designated spaces for Art, a Library, Study Rooms and a large play and recreational area. Modern classrooms are equipped with the equipment and resources necessary to enrich and enhance the learning experience. | Academic facilities Infants have a dedicated building with adapted classrooms, open-air spaces, a sensory space and a library. Primary classrooms are designed to integrate the IB project with a collaborative approach, and the library supports the IB program. Secondary spaces include dynamic classrooms for autonomous learning, an Outdoor Bachillerato Terrace, and a Science Laboratory, plus a Secondary Library. Common Learning Spaces and European Valley provide collaboration and technology-focused learning spaces, including a technology laboratory. An Art Room and Hall support creative work. |
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Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities Agora Madrid International School offers an extensive programme of sporting, musical, artistic, intellectual and recreational extracurricular activities, designed to enhance physical, intellectual and social development. Sporting activities include mini-tennis, basketball School, paddle, chess and Infant Football School, with sports clubs for volleyball, seven‑a‑side football and basketball. Art school covers water colours, pastels, charcoal and oil painting. Music School provides formal music education from age eight and is an official Trinity College London Examinations centre with opportunities across instrumental and vocal training, ensembles and theory. The School of Performing Arts Sing and Dance Project Víctor Ullate Roche offers Saturday training in dance and performing arts, with student performances in shows such as Peter Pan, Miliki's Dream, The Choirboys, Matilda and The Lion King, and disciplines including acrobatics, ballet, jazz, tap, urban, interpretation and singing. Robotix runs robotics workshops (Robostem Junior/Master/Pro). Languages after‑school programme includes German, French, Chinese and language support in Spanish and English. Speech Therapy and academic tutoring addresses dyslalia, stuttering, dyslexia, reading and writing difficulties, with Maths and Language reinforcement. The School of Economics and Entrepreneurship offers Junior Law School (from 3rd ESO to 2nd Baccalaureate) and HollyMontt - Financial Education (for 1st and 2nd of Baccalaureate). | Extra curricular facilities Ballet and judo classes are offered during the school day. The school offers a wide range of after-school clubs and activities run by teachers or other professionals. An extensive range of activities is offered from Monday to Friday. The extra-curricular programme aims to provide students with the necessary experiences to help them achieve the educational goals they have been set. |
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History
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History Agora Madrid International School was founded in 1981 by a group of families and education professionals to address the educational challenges of the time. In 2006 Agora Madrid International School joined Globeducate, a network of more than 55 schools. In 2015 it became an IB World School, enabling the IB Diploma Programme for senior students. It teaches all stages from Preschool to Baccalaureate, including the Diploma Programme (DP) and the Primary Years Programme (PYP) of the International Baccalaureate, and is an official music conservatory with a pioneering IB-based arts offering. | History The school began in 1989. It teaches in a bilingual setting and provides a secure social and emotional environment for students. It is a proud member of the IB World community. Colegio Europeo de Madrid is part of the Cognita family of schools. |
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Community
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Community International events are an essential part of Globeducate. Pupils from 50 nationalities interact with students from other countries, improving language skills and understanding other perspectives. Notable events include the Globeducate Olympics, International Music Week and the Globeducate Model United Nations. Agora Madrid fosters family involvement through the International Family Council, a platform for international families to become more actively involved with the school, and has hosted Meet & Greet events to strengthen integration and community. | Community Open Days & Visits are offered for prospective families. The school provides a wide range of extracurricular activities, including ballet and judo, during the school day and after class. The school is recognised as an Active Environmental Learning Center and has received a School Reforestation Award from the Las Rozas City Council. It participates in events with sister Cognita schools, such as debates and other activities. |
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Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association The International Family Council (IFC) is a platform through which international families become more actively involved with Agora Madrid International School. The IFC provides a space for sharing ideas, perspectives and collaboration on the school's ongoing improvement. To join, families email international.families@agoraism.com and may also join a WhatsApp group for quick communication. The IFC has hosted Meet & Greet events to strengthen integration, coexistence and the international community at Agora Madrid. | Parent teacher association — |
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Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual Agora Madrid International School offers an extensive programme of sporting, musical, artistic, intellectual and recreational extracurricular activities designed to enhance students' physical, intellectual and social development. Robotix robotics workshops develop problem‑solving and programming skills. A Languages after‑school program offers German, French and Chinese with Spanish and English language support. There is a School of Economics and Entrepreneurship with Junior Law School and HollyMontt Financial Education, and speech therapy and academic tutoring are available to support learning. | Academic & intellectual — |
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Arts & creative
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Arts & creative Art School offers painting and drawing with water colours, pastels, charcoal and oil painting. The Agora International-Fabordón Music School provides professional musical education from eight years old and is an official Trinity College London examinations centre, enabling study in classical and contemporary music and formation of ensembles. The School of Performing Arts Sing and Dance Project Víctor Ullate Roche offers dance, singing and acting with students performing in shows such as Peter Pan, Miliki's Dream, The Choirboys, Matilda and The Lion King. | Arts & creative The school offers ballet classes during the school day. A wide range of extra-curricular activities and after-class clubs are available. These activities are run by teachers or external professionals. Activities run from Monday to Friday. |
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Cultural & language
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Cultural & language The school runs a multilingual education project with linguistic immersion beyond English, enabling mastery of the official language along with English and French or German. To complete the linguistic programme, international events, exchanges and stays in different destinations are offered. | Cultural & language — |
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Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies The school offers sporting activities and sports clubs, including mini-tenis, basketball School, paddle, chess and Infant Football School. In addition, there are sports clubs for volleyball, 7-a-side Football and basketball. Art and music activities are part of the after‑school offering, alongside a range of language and performing arts opportunities. | Social & hobbies — |
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Community & service
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Community & service Partnerships with WWF, Eco-Schools and UN Sustainable Goals support environmental and global citizenship initiatives. The International Family Council Meet & Greet strengthens integration and community among international families. The school also offers Exchanges and Stays Abroad and International Events to broaden the international community. | Community & service — |
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Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional The School of Economics and Entrepreneurship offers Junior Law School for students from 3rd ESO to 2nd Baccalaureate. HollyMontt Financial Education is for students in 1st and 2nd of Baccalaureate. These programs prepare students for professional paths in law, finance and entrepreneurship. | Leadership & professional — |
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing Sports and Well-being are core to Agora Madrid International School's approach. Sports help develop physical skills and values such as perseverance, self-improvement and teamwork, and promote healthy lifestyle habits. The programme includes mini-tenis, basketball, paddle and Infant Football School, with clubs for volleyball, 7-a-side football and basketball. The school provides access to sports facilities and a sports centre as part of its learning environment. | Lifestyle & wellbeing The school supports wellbeing through physical activity, including ballet and judo during the school day. The extra-curricular program includes a broad range of activities that encourage active lifestyles. The program is delivered by teachers or external professionals and runs Monday to Friday. |
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Language provision
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Language provision The school teaches English, French and German as part of a multilingual educational project, with linguistic immersion beyond English. It offers international events, exchanges and stays in different destinations to support language learning. The education spans from nursery to university, providing a continuous language-infused international programme. | Language provision Languages taught include English and Spanish as core bilingual strands; a third language is introduced in Primary (German, Chinese, or French) and additional languages are available in Secondary (French, German and Chinese). English immersion starts in Infants; the bilingual environment strengthens through Primary and Secondary. Official language examinations offered include Cambridge English (ESOL), French DELF, German Goethe, and Chinese YCT; Cambridge exam preparation is provided. |
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Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching The school offers a multilingual educational project with linguistic immersion beyond English, which allows students to master their official language along with English, French or German. To complete the linguistic programme, the school offers international events, exchanges and stays in different destinations. The school provides education from the age of 4 months to university as part of its international programme. | Bilingual teaching Yes. The school provides a bilingual English–Spanish environment from the Infants stage, with English immersion in the early years. From 1st Primary, learning occurs in a bilingual English–Spanish setting. In Primary (through Grade 5) students study English, Spanish and a third language (German, Chinese or French). In Secondary, the bilingual approach continues alongside access to additional languages such as French, German and Chinese. |
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Immersion programs
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Immersion programs We provide linguistic immersion beyond English, with English, French or German available as part of the programme. The immersion enables students to master their official language alongside English, French or German. The programme is complemented by international events, exchanges and stays in different destinations. | Immersion programs English immersion begins in the first year of Infants, with significant English use, and expands to a bilingual English–Spanish environment from 1st Primary. Students progress to choose a second and third language as they move through Primary and Secondary. The school supports official language examinations in English (Cambridge ESOL), French (DELF/DALF), German (Goethe), and Chinese (YCT) and is a Cambridge examination centre. |
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Awards
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Accreditations
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Admissions
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Admissions 1. Contact: Families can request information by submitting the admissions form or by calling +34 916 16 71 25 from Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The admissions team provides information about admission options and next steps. This initial contact starts the admissions process. A visit may be arranged as part of the process. 2. Visit: An on-site or virtual visit is offered to present the educational project, curricular and teaching aspects, and the buildings and facilities. This visit is the best time to resolve any doubts. Families can experience the school environment during the visit. 3. Registration: After the formal application for admission, students take admission tests according to their stage. Upon passing the tests, the admissions form is completed and all the documentation required for enrolment is received. The final enrolment requires submission of the admissions document and all required documentation. | Admissions 5 steps process: 1. Request an interview: Contact our admissions office to arrange an initial interview regarding your child and to find out about the availability of places in their age group. 2. Visit CEM: Explore our school by either embarking on a guided tour led by our admissions manager or attending one of our Open Days. You'll meet our teachers and leadership team members, gain insights into the school's daily activities and experience the dynamic atmosphere of our educational community. 3. Interview and level test: We facilitate a meeting between the student and the head of the respective department, who will administer a level test for students in year 5 or above. 4. Enrolment: If suitable spots are open, and we find CEM to be a good match for your child, we'll extend an official offer. You can then confirm your enrolment within a specified timeframe. 5. Admissions documentation: If you accept the offer, you will then be requested to complete the admissions enrolment documents and pay the admission fee to secure your child's admission. Registration period is open throughout the year. |
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Scholarships
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Scholarships — | Scholarships Excellence Scholarships: The school offers four Excellence Scholarships in each level (Secondary and Baccalaureate). The scholarships are awarded for the following academic year and consist of discounts on the school fee: 50% discount for the best academic record in the course, 25% discount for the next two best records, and 10% discount for the fourth best record. Eligibility: must be enrolled in ESO or 1st Bachillerato during the convoc year and must be a student of Colegio Europeo de Madrid. Disciplinary: no grave or very grave faults during the convoc year. Economic: if a family has special conditions, the school will choose the best option; these discounts are not cumulative or transferable. Academic requirements: • 1st ESO (PAI): be among the four best records for the course, with a minimum grade of 5 in any subject; all subjects must have been passed in the first call; three foreign languages are studied. • 2nd ESO to 1st Bachillerato: be among the four best records for the course, with a minimum grade of 7 in any subject; all subjects must have been passed in the first call; three foreign languages are studied (except for 4th ESO, which requires three languages or two languages and Technology). Tie-breakers: (a) greater number of subjects with final grade Matrícula de Honor; if tied, continue with grades 10, 9, 8, etc.; (b) more siblings enrolled in the school; (c) in case of persistent ties, the faculty decides by simple majority with the director's casting vote if needed. Procedure: after final June grades are submitted, scholarships are awarded based on the stated criteria; once the list of scholarship recipients is published, appeals may be lodged within 15 natural days; scholarships are awarded for the following academic year; if a family declines, the scholarship is declared void; the school reserves the right to withdraw the scholarship for non-compliance with commitments. If a family does not want their child to participate, they must notify in writing before the end of May in the convocatoria year. Participation implies consent to publish the resolution with the recipient's name and image. Commitments of the scholarship recipient: no subject may be failed during the scholarship period; maintain appropriate behavior with no grave or very grave faults; participate in external academic competitions on behalf of Colegio Europeo de Madrid; failure to meet commitments leads to revocation of the scholarship. This regulation applies from the convocatoria of the 2023-2024 academic year; text revised 09/01/2024. |
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