Aquinas American School - High School Campus vs Dallington School - Primary and Secondary Campus

	A Aquinas American School - High School Campus Madrid, Spain	D Dallington School - Primary and Secondary Campus Madrid, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €8,250 - 15,200	Fees / year €7,000 - 12,540
Age range	Age range 11 - 18 years	Age range 2 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP), American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Pupils	Pupils 800	Pupils 500
Typical class size	Typical class size 15	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Spanish	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2012	Opened 2015
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Madrid, Spain. The PreK–8 campus is at C/ Transversal Cuatro, nº 4, Urb. Monte Alina, 28223 Pozuelo de Alarcón. The High School campus is at C/ Poniente, 20, Urb. Monte Alina, 28223 Pozuelo de Alarcón. The Residencia de AAS is at Paseo de los Ciruelos, 14, Montepríncipe, 28668 Alcorcón, Madrid.	Location Two Madrid campuses: Infant School at Ronda de Sobradiel, 20, 28043 Madrid; Primary and Secondary at Calle Castillo de Aysa, 8, 28043 Madrid. The school is near Parque Conde de Orgaz and is described as being 3 minutes from La Piovera, Campo de las Naciones and Arturo Soria; 5 minutes to Alameda de Osuna and Quinta de los Molinos; 8 minutes to Valdebebas; 10 minutes to Barrio de Salamanca and Chamartín; and 15 minutes to Plaza de Castilla.
Stages	Stages Preschool; Lower School (1st–5th); Middle School (6th–8th); High School (9th–12th).	Stages Early years; Primary; Secondary; Double Bac
School type	School type Catholic school offering an American curriculum; boarding program available.	School type British School in Madrid
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support The Student Support Services (SSS) department offers a wide range of services to assist teachers, students, and families with learning and/or emotional needs. SSS provides prevention, intervention, transition, and follow-up actions on both PreK–8 and High School campuses with a team of qualified professionals who collaborate with teachers, external agencies, and families.	Additional learning support The Educational Psychology Department provides coordinated support with the teaching team and families. The team, led by María Recio and Paola Recio, includes speech therapists and psychopedagogues to adapt to the needs of each student and to support social, emotional, and academic development.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Spain	Country affiliation United Kingdom (British School in Madrid; Cambridge International IGCSE)
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation Catholic	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure The school day runs from 9:00am to 4:30pm, with the primary/secondary site opening at 8:20am and the EYFS site at 8:30am. Breakfast Club is available from 8:00am. Extra-curricular activities and Play Club run from 4:30pm to 5:30pm.
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details Jeslusan offers a school bus service with routes from Parque Conde Orgaz–Piovera and Campo de las Naciones, Barrio Salamanca–Retiro, Paseo de la Castellana, Chamartín, and Valdebebas–Encinar de los Reyes. For routes, stops, schedules, prices, and registration, contact info@dallingtonschool.com.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and enrollment fees - Family Admission (one-time, new families): EUR 2,000. - Annual Registration (per student, mandatory, non‑refundable): EUR 500. - Deposit (per student; refundable when the student leaves once all financial obligations are met): EUR 500. - Returning students: Annual Registration EUR 500; Deposit only required for High School returning students: EUR 500. Tuition fees by year group (annual and common payment-breakdown examples for the current academic year) - Kindergarten (ages 3–5): Annual tuition EUR 8,200. Monthly (10 payments): EUR 820 per month. Three-installment example (40% / 30% / 30%): EUR 3,280 / EUR 2,460 / EUR 2,460. - Lower School (Grades 1–5): Annual tuition EUR 10,100. Monthly (10 payments): EUR 1,010 per month. Three-installment example: EUR 4,040 / EUR 3,030 / EUR 3,030. - Middle School (Grades 6–8): Annual tuition EUR 11,300. Monthly (10 payments): EUR 1,130 per month. Three-installment example: EUR 4,520 / EUR 3,390 / EUR 3,390. - High School (Grades 9 & 10): Annual tuition EUR 13,100. Monthly (10 payments): EUR 1,310 per month. Three-installment example: EUR 5,240 / EUR 3,930 / EUR 3,930. - American High School Diploma (Grades 11 & 12, not IBDP): Annual tuition EUR 13,500. Monthly (10 payments): EUR 1,350 per month; if Grade 12 is paid over 8 months the monthly amount is EUR 1,687.50. Three-installment example: EUR 5,400 / EUR 4,050 / EUR 4,050. - International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (Grades 11 & 12): Annual tuition EUR 15,000. Monthly (10 payments): EUR 1,500 per month; if Grade 12 paid over 8 months the monthly amount is EUR 1,875. Three-installment example: EUR 6,000 / EUR 4,500 / EUR 4,500. Billing schedule and payment terms - Payment methods available: full upfront payment (eligible for a tuition discount), direct debit monthly plan, or a multi‑payment schedule (installments). The school requires a chosen payment method at enrollment. - Full upfront payment: a tuition discount is applied to full annual tuition when received by the school's stated deadline; this discount does not apply to lunch or transportation fees. - Monthly/direct debit: tuition may be divided into monthly payments (commonly arranged as ten monthly payments for K1–G11 and eight monthly payments for G12). Lunch and transport are typically billed in separate installments. - Three-installment option (where offered): typical breakdown used by the school is 40% / 30% / 30% of the annual tuition due across three dates during the year; the same percentage split applied to the annual tuition yields the example installment amounts shown above. - Late or returned payment penalties: administrative penalty for bounced payments and for late receipts is charged (example penalty amounts appear in the school's payment terms). The school may interrupt or cancel enrollment for persistent non‑payment. Boarding fees (where applicable) - Full boarding (residential high‑school programme): annual boarding programme fee EUR 44,000. This fee is quoted as an annual all‑inclusive programme and explicitly includes school tuition, accommodation, three meals per day and snacks, international health insurance, uniforms (two sets), textbooks and materials, 24‑hour supervision, college counselling (for Grades 11–12), transport related to residence, and weekend activities/field trips. Boarding students are accommodated in double rooms with en suite bathrooms. Other costs and optional services - Lunch (day students): installment schedule shown in the school fees document; example installments for day students (K1–G11) total EUR 1,800 annually (example split shown as EUR 720 / EUR 540 / EUR 540 across the three billing installments) and for G12 an example split totals EUR 1,440 (EUR 720 / EUR 720) depending on the billing period selected. - Bus/transport service (monthly and per‑day options): sample monthly rates (single child) and family rates include Round Trip EUR 180 (1 child), EUR 300 (2 children), EUR 360 (3+); One Way EUR 140 / EUR 220 / EUR 280 for 1 / 2 / 3+ children; a supervised 3 pm High School bus option is shown at EUR 70 monthly (and lower per‑day rates for single‑day use). - Textbooks/online licenses: for some grades a single annual textbooks/online-license fee is charged separately (the school lists specific textbook/online license arrangements; textbooks and uniforms are generally not included in tuition for certain grades). - ESL / SSL support: additional monthly charge where required, example rate EUR 300 per month. - IB certificates / exam fees: example charge for IB certificates for American Diploma students is EUR 600 per subject (one‑time payment in Grade 12); fees for official recognitions, UNED registration, AP exams and other third‑party exam fees are charged at cost. - Uniforms: not included in tuition; uniforms are available for purchase through the school's uniform supplier. - After‑school activities and residential trips: charged separately on a semester or per‑activity basis; participation may be withheld for students with outstanding payments. Refund and withdrawal rules - Deposit refund: the student deposit is refundable when the student leaves the school provided all financial obligations have been settled. - Mid‑year withdrawal: if a student leaves during a month, the school charges for the full calendar month in which the student departs. A minimum notice requirement of one calendar month is required to confirm an unenrollment date. Continued non‑payment may lead to interruption or cancellation of a student's enrollment. Fee payment options and practical payment rules - Accepted payment methods: direct debit (required for installment plans), and bank transfer (used for full upfront payments). Card payments incur a surcharge where specified; cash payments are not accepted. Parents are responsible for any bank charges on transfers. A European/SEPA bank account is normally required for direct debit arrangements. - Credit card and bank charges: example surcharges and bank charge policies appear in the school's payment terms; parents are liable for bank charges and international transfers must be received net of fees. (End of fees overview.)	Fee details Application / Registration fees - The Dallington College Double Bac (Year 12–13) charges a registration (matrícula) fee for new students of EUR 870. - No separate, publicly published application or registration fee for Early Years, Primary or Key Stage 3/4 is published on the school's admissions or information pages. Tuition fees by year group (published items only) - Double Bac (Year 12–13): the published price is EUR 1,045 per month. This is the only per‑month tuition figure published for a specific year group. Registration for this programme (new students) is EUR 870. - Early Years, Primary and Secondary (Years other than Double Bac): the school does not publish a full, year‑group tuition schedule on the publicly available Admissions/Information pages. There is no publicly posted per‑term or per‑year tuition table for Pre‑Nursery / Nursery / Reception / Years 1–11 on the school pages reviewed. Extra costs and regular ancillary fees - Extracurricular activities: many activities are charged per term; typical published examples include fees of EUR 120–185 per term for clubs such as rugby, tennis, padel, basketball, arts and others (specific activity prices vary by activity). The extracurricular programme document lists the per‑term prices for each activity. - Summer school / holiday programmes: published weekly prices include EUR 210 per week (half‑day for infants) and EUR 290 per week (full day with food) for summer school weeks; optional intensive modules (conversation, maths/English support, tennis) are listed at EUR 75 per week; some sport intensives (football, tag rugby) at EUR 45 per week; extras such as Breakfast Club and Play Club are also priced per week. These summer programme figures are published in the school's summer programme documents. - Uniforms and clothing: the school uses an external supplier (La Casita de Mitos Roca) and provides a Uniform Buying Guide; uniform items are purchased through the supplier and pricing is set by that supplier. Specific uniform item prices are not listed on the school pages themselves but the supplier and buying‑guide links are provided. - School bus / transport: a school‑bus service is offered and routes are stated (several Madrid zones). Published pages direct families to request route and price information; specific bus fares are not published on the public route information page. - Catering / school meals: the school publishes an organic menu and describes monthly menus and personalized options for allergies/intolerances; meal pricing is not shown on the menu page. - External exam / assessment fees and other potential third‑party fees: the Double Bac page references official A‑Level programmes and preparation for external assessments; however explicit charges for exam entry or external assessment fees are not published on the public pages reviewed. Billing schedule and payment terms - No published, itemised billing schedule (for example: termly dates and amounts, number of instalments, or a detailed payment calendar) was located on the public Admissions or Information pages. The admissions pages provide contacts and the academic calendar is published, but a school‑wide, public statement of billing frequency and formal payment terms was not found in the materials reviewed. Boarding / residence fees - Dallington School operates distinct Infant and Primary/Secondary day sites and publishes day‑time timetables. No boarding or residential provision is offered or advertised on the school pages reviewed; therefore there are no boarding fees applicable. Refunds and cancellations - No publicly posted, detailed refund or fee‑cancellation policy (for tuition, registration, or other core school fees) was located in the public information reviewed. The school's legal notice indicates general terms about modification of information but does not set out an explicit refund policy on the public pages examined. Fee payment options (methods) - The school's public pages and PDFs reviewed do not publish a detailed list of accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer, credit card, direct debit). No definitive, public statement of accepted payment methods was found in the admissions or fees‑related documents accessed. Summary of coverage and gaps (concise) - Published, specific tuition figures available on the public pages are limited: the Double Bac programme shows a registration fee of EUR 870 and a published monthly tuition figure of EUR 1,045; extracurricular activities and summer programmes include numerous per‑term and per‑week prices as noted above. - A comprehensive, publicly posted tuition schedule covering Early Years, Primary and all Secondary year groups by term or by full academic year was not found on the school's publicly available Admissions/Information pages. Likewise, a formal public statement of billing schedule, detailed refund policy, and accepted payment methods was not located in the materials reviewed. If you require these missing line‑items (for example: a full per‑term/per‑year tuition table for Early Years–Year 11, or formal payment terms), those specific items are not published on the public pages examined and are not included above. The statements above record all tuition and ancillary fees that are published in the school's public programme pages and downloadable materials that were accessible at the time of review.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements The school offers a boarding program in Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid. Boarding facilities include furnished rooms, common areas, study rooms, high-speed internet, and 24/7 security. Residential advisors and academic tutors provide ongoing support. Dining is provided in the dining hall with nutritious, delicious meals that accommodate dietary requirements, using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. The program includes cultural enrichment and weekend excursions. Boarding students are housed at the AAS Residence, Paseo de los Ciruelos 14, Montepríncipe, 28668 Alcorcón, Madrid.	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement La casita de Mitos Roca is the uniform supplier for Dallington School. Orders are placed online via their website, and delivery is to your door. Please read the Uniform Buying Guide before ordering. A Charity Shop will operate online to offer charity clothing (sweatshirts, house shirts, bottles, bags, backpacks, scarves, etc.) with proceeds donated to the Dallington Foundation. Personalised items bearing the student's name must be ordered by July 15 for delivery in September; unpersonalised items are available year‑round while stock lasts.
Food options	Food options The dining hall provides nutritious, delicious meals catering to diverse tastes and dietary requirements. The program emphasizes fresh, locally-sourced ingredients and offers a variety of options to keep students energized.	Food options —
House system	House system All students are assigned to a Bear House to compete in sports and recreational activities. The Bear House system fosters social integration across ages and grades and promotes a sense of belonging to the school community.	House system Dallington School has a House System with four Houses: Oak, Willow, Maple, and Chestnut. Each House is named after a tree and represented by an animal (Oak is the owl, Willow the deer, Maple the squirrel, Chestnut the bear). Pupils earn House Points for upholding the school values—Respect, Responsibility, Effort, Honesty, Politeness and Kindness—tracked on a daily chart, with a Friday assembly announcing totals and term‑end rewards for the leading House. The system promotes belonging and teamwork and will extend to the secondary phase.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Aquinas American School is an independent Catholic school founded in 2012. It belongs to Mathema Education, an educational group that also manages Atlas American School of Málaga and the International School of Navarra. The school is not connected to any ecclesial organization. The Board of Directors includes founders and parents of current students. The Residence Director leads boarding operations.	Governance and ownership DALLINGTON SCHOOL, S.L. is the commercial name and legal entity behind Dallington School, a Spanish limited liability company registered in Madrid (Mercantile Registry: T 32766, F 103, S 8, HM 589788) with domicile at Ronda de Sobradiel, 20, 28043 Madrid. The company is the data controller for the site.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details American School in Madrid is a Catholic school offering an American curriculum that prepares students to enter college in Spain or any other country. Preschool runs K1–K2, with K3 described as pivotal in adjusting to school routines; Lower School covers 1st–5th grade; Middle School covers 6th–8th grade; High School covers 9th–12th grade. The High School provides two diploma options: International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB) and the American High School Diploma (AHSD), with SAT and UNED coursework supporting college preparation and 100 hours of volunteering over four years. The curriculum emphasizes languages, liberal arts and sciences, and the development of analytical, creative and communication skills, with a College Counselor helping with transcripts and admissions deadlines. Aquinas American School is part of Mathema Education, which also manages The British School of Navarra and Atlas American School of Málaga.	Curriculum details British system across Foundation Stage to Key Stage 5. Foundation Stage includes Pre-Nursery (2-3), Nursery (3-4) and Reception (4-5). Key Stage 1 covers Year 1 (5-6) and Year 2 (6-7). Key Stage 2 covers Year 3 (7-8) to Year 6 (10-11). Key Stage 3 covers Year 7 (11-12) to Year 9 mapped to 6º de Primaria, 1º ESO, 2º ESO. Key Stage 4 comprises Year 10 (3º ESO) and Year 11 (IGCSE exams). Key Stage 5 comprises Year 12 (1º Bachillerato) and Year 13 (2º Bachillerato). In Years 12-13, Dallington offers a Double Bac combining Cambridge International A-Levels with Spanish Prueba de Competencia Específica (PCE), enabling university access in Spain and abroad.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results Eight years in a row above the global IB average; the Class of 2025 achieved 31.52 IB points. The High School program offers the IB Diploma and the American High School Diploma (AHSD), with SATs and UNED as college-preparation options and 100 hours of volunteering during grades 9–12. AAS is an SAT testing center and provides college counseling to support university admissions.	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression University Access Program in Madrid: prepare students to access university in Spain and abroad. Students may choose between two diplomas: International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB), pursued in the last two years of High School and recognized in 50 countries, and the American High School Diploma (AHSD) with Spanish Language and Culture; the AHSD diploma can be validated in Spain and does not require any further examination. AAS is an SAT testing center and offers college counseling to guide university admissions, helping keep options open to study in Spain, the United Kingdom or the United States. Aquinas American School belongs to Mathema Education, which also operates The British School of Navarra and Atlas American School of Málaga.	Higher education progression Double Bac for Years 12-13 combines Cambridge International A-Levels and the Spanish Prueba de Competencia Específica (PCE). Cambridge International Assessment and Pearson Edexcel provide the A-Level syllabus. The 2023 Spain-UK agreement allows A-Level holders to access Spanish universities without PAU.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school has a Student Support Services (SSS) department providing prevention, intervention, transition, and follow-up actions for students with learning and/or emotional needs, guiding them to overcome barriers and reach their full personal and educational potential; a team of highly qualified professionals on PreK-8 and High School campuses collaborates with teachers, external agencies, and families to support the school community.	Social & emotional learning Staying physically, emotionally and mentally healthy is a major principle at Dallington School. Safety and emotional wellbeing are top priorities. The school aims to develop self-confidence and independence to maintain a healthy mind. Emotional wellbeing is supported by organic meals without white sugar and a structured physical education plan, with two hours of PE in EYFS/Primary and three PE periods in Secondary. The Educational Psychology Department works with staff and families to ensure each student develops personally, socially and academically, identifies needs, and designs coordinated action plans with parents and specialists. It provides guidance to families on their children's development.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The school has a dedicated Student Support Services team that addresses learning and emotional needs with personalized attention, working with teachers, external agencies, and families to ensure student success.	Special educational needs (SEN) The Educational Psychology Department works with teachers and families to ensure each student develops personally, socially and academically. María Recio, with 20 years of experience in educational, clinical and family psychotherapy, leads the department, alongside Paola Recio and a team of speech therapists and psychopedagogues. The department's objectives include adapting to the needs of each student and promoting self-confidence, effective thinking and emotional regulation to support healthy relationships. It identifies academic, pedagogical or emotional needs with teachers and parents and designs any necessary curricular adaptations. It evaluates and designs coordinated action plans with parents, teachers and specialists, with the school acting as the communication framework. It advises and helps families with questions about their children's personal development.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language Non-native English-speaking students applying for grades 7–12 must take the Duolingo English Test (DET); minimum English levels are 120 for G7–G8, 130 for G9–G10, and 135 for G11–G12; the test can be taken at home.	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The school has Student Support Services addressing emotional challenges as part of its preventive, intervention, and follow-up services, supporting students to reach their full potential and maintain well-being.	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is a core focus at Dallington School. The school aims to build self-confidence, independence and thoughtful reflection to support mental health. A healthy lifestyle is promoted through organic food and active participation in sport, contributing to overall well-being. The curriculum emphasizes developing well‑being alongside academic achievement, including mental and emotional health. The Educational Psychology Department collaborates with staff and families to promote mental wellbeing and to identify needs early. The school enriches well-being through meaningful co‑curricular experiences and sports activities that foster social awareness and resilience.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school provides an internal reporting channel for safeguarding concerns.	Safeguarding Safety and emotional wellbeing are top priorities. The school promotes a caring environment and healthy relationships. The Educational Psychology Department identifies needs and designs coordinated action plans with parents and teachers to safeguard pupils. It acts as the communication framework between parents, teachers and specialists. It provides guidance to families regarding their children's personal development. The Directors describe the school as a safe place built on love, trust and respect.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Two campuses operate in Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid: the PreK-8 Campus and the High School Campus. The PreK-8 Campus is located at C/ Transversal Cuatro, nº 4, Urb. Monte Alina, 28223 Pozuelo de Alarcón. The High School Campus is located at C/ Poniente, 20, Urb. Monte Alina, 28223 Pozuelo de Alarcón. The Residence for Aquinas American School is at Paseo de los Ciruelos, 14, Montepríncipe, 28668 Alcorcón, Madrid. The Bear House system assigns every student to a Bear House to compete in sports and recreational activities, promoting belonging to the community.	Facilities overview The school operates two campuses in Madrid: Infant School at Ronda de Sobradiel, 20, 28043 Madrid, and Primary and Secondary at Calle Castillo de Aysa, 8, 28043 Madrid. The school is a British official school in Madrid. The school has a chapel and a chaplain, and Catholic Religion Education is taught. The school promotes a healthy lifestyle by offering healthy and organic food at school, and it encourages participation in sport. It provides a broad, challenging curriculum and enriches it with co-curricular experiences such as educational trips, cross-curricular projects, cultural visits, artistic initiatives and sports activities.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The curriculum provides access to universities in Spain or abroad. Preschool, Lower School, Middle School and High School are the divisions. In High School, students can earn two diplomas: IB and AHSD. College preparation includes SATs and UNED, with 100 hours of volunteering over the four years. A College Counselor accompanies students through the admissions process and helps prepare transcripts and meet deadlines. The Middle School curriculum emphasizes languages, arts, mathematics, science and social sciences.	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Students can join clubs such as theater, Mad Lab, French, cinema or journalism. Spiritual Life and Values Education is part of student life. The Bear House system fosters social integration and competition in sports and recreational activities. University Fair is among the events that enrich student life.	Extra curricular facilities We offer extra-curricular activities from Mondays to Fridays, taught by Dallington School teachers or external specialists. Early Years activities include Dance, Football and Tennis. Primary and Secondary activities include Rugby, Girls football, Girls volleyball, Basketball, Tennis, Padel, Football and Athletics. A downloadable activity programme is available for 2025–2026.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History —	History Dallington School was founded by Maria Recio and Paola Recio. The founders serve as Directors and operate the school as DALLINGTON SCHOOL, S.L. In a Directors' Letter, the founders describe opening Dallington School to create a place where each child feels happy, safe and loved, with trust and respect, and where healthy habits and personal development are central. The school presents itself as a British School in Madrid, offering a broad, balanced curriculum and co-curricular experiences, and it emphasizes Catholic values with a chapel and a chaplain. The founders' vision is to provide education in a caring environment that supports the development of the whole child.
Community	Community Home of the Bears introduces a Bear House system with four Bear Houses—Grizzly, Polar, Black and Kodiak—led by Tommy the Bear, the school mascot. Students from all grades compete in house-based sports days and trivia, and earn points for good conduct in the cafeteria, fostering camaraderie and belonging within the school community. The school hosts and participates in events such as University Fair, Senior Graduation, St. Patrick & St. Joseph Mass for Lower & Middle School, and Family Gathering as part of its community calendar.	Community Dallington School fosters community through charity actions that build social awareness and by enriching the curriculum with educational trips, cross-curricular projects, cultural visits, artistic initiatives and sports activities. The school emphasizes a healthy lifestyle, organic food and well-being, and involves families in its learning culture. Christian values underpin school life with a chapel and a chaplain, aligning with First Holy Communion and Confirmation education. The Madrid location contributes to a close-knit school community united by shared values and parental involvement.
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Entrepreneurship Program for grades 10–12 provides a full-year, team-based startup experience with mentors; students create an enterprise, test ideas using lean methods, and pitch their proposals in a Shark Tank–style event. Skills developed include communication, teamwork and collaboration, problem solving, resilience, public speaking, accountability, creative thinking and empathy. From concept to MVP to pitch, students gain real market experiences and learn through hands-on enterprise development.	Academic & intellectual The curriculum offers the core subjects of English and Mathematics, with science, geography and history brought into topic-based learning. Outdoor Learning (Urban Forest School) is embedded in the curriculum in Years 1–6, developing leadership and teamwork as children learn about nature. Learning outside the classroom is enriched by regular curricular trips to museums, art galleries, theatres and the zoo. Literacy and numeracy are taught across the year groups with a cross-curricular and practical emphasis, and STEM is integrated with core topics.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Arts and Music Program integrates theater, music and painting into the school day. The Music Department Program is developed by a professional singer and composer, Ms. Natali Castillo. The Virtual Art Gallery was developed by IB students for their CAS project.	Arts & creative The Arts are central to life at Dallington, with music, drama and visual arts fully integrated into the curriculum. The program includes regular workshops from external professionals in Circus Skills, Dance Days, African drummers, jazz guitarists and world musicians, and features the Dallington Choir and whole-school singing assemblies. Children learn to play instruments through a Kodaly-inspired approach and have access to private lessons, including Guildhall School of Music & Drama tutors. They also visit museums and galleries as part of their art exploration and perform regularly.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Lower School emphasizes languages and offers clubs such as theater, Mad Lab, French, cinema and journalism.	Cultural & language French is taught through total immersion and focuses first on listening and speaking before introducing reading and writing; in years 4–6 students begin reading and writing in French and may have pen friends in France and other French-speaking countries. The learning process is led without translation, enabling direct connections between experiences and words. The school supports English as an Additional Language with tailored language development resources, often in partnership with external specialists. The multilingual community is celebrated through language awareness projects and cultural events.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Extracurricular activities include soccer, ballet, roller skating and volleyball. Bears teams compete in the Pozuelo Municipal League, with additional sports electives such as tennis, paddle, soccer, basketball and volleyball.	Social & hobbies The Student Council includes a representative from each year group, with candidates presenting manifestos and peers voting for the best voices. It provides a forum for pupils to voice their views and takes on leadership and development opportunities, fostering democracy and global citizenship. The Council has initiated projects such as a lunchtime board games club and a Science Fair, and is involved in fundraising for Children in Need. Extracurricular Clubs range from Inventors and Street Dance to London Lens Project, Debutots, Art Club and Code Cadets, with after‑school care and instrumental lessons available.
Community & service	Community & service High School requires 100 hours of community service over the last four years.	Community & service The Student Council coordinates charity work and broader community involvement, including fundraising for Children in Need. There is a strong collaboration with families as part of the Dallington Journey, with open communication and termly progress meetings. The SCRAP project provides recycled materials for child‑led play during lunch and breaks, supporting community creativity and sustainable practices.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Entrepreneurship Program builds leadership and professional skills through teamwork, communication, problem solving, public speaking, accountability, creative thinking and empathy; students work with entrepreneurs as coaches and pitch proposals in a Shark Tank–style event.	Leadership & professional Leadership and development are embedded in school life through the Student Council, which offers pupils real leadership opportunities and a platform to influence school life, democracy and accountability. The Council also supports pupils in planning and delivering projects, helping them develop civic and cooperative skills.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Sports and physical education are core to wellbeing; the campus features a 7v7 soccer field, basketball courts and a gym. PE is integrated across grade levels with a range of sports options, and high school teams compete in local leagues with Bears teams.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Forest School is a central part of learning, supporting wellbeing and holistic development by building confidence, independence, collaboration and emotional regulation. Outdoor learning extends beyond the classroom, including a three‑day residential camp for Years 3–6. Pastoral Care emphasizes respectful relationships, small groups and collaboration with families to promote confidence and belonging, while lunch promotes healthy eating and regular access to water and well‑structured outdoor play.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision Spanish Language and Culture is included as part of the Spanish national curriculum for Grades 1–10. The IB Diploma Program provides language options including Spanish, English and French within its six subject groups. Lower School emphasizes languages as an indispensable tool for thinking.	Language provision Languages taught include English, Spanish and French. English is a subject in Primary; Spanish (Lengua Española) and French are listed as subjects, with French noted as offered but not part of the statutory British curriculum. In Secondary, Lengua Española and French are taught, and in the IGCSE programme seven to nine exams typically include English Language, English Literature, Mathematics, Combined Science, Spanish and French.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching Bilingual communication is introduced in Kindergarten 1 (ages 3–4). The preschool program emphasizes bilingual communication in its early years.	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards AAS Class of 2025 achieved an average IB score of 31.52, eight years in a row above the global IB average.	Awards null
Accreditations	Accreditations IB World School offering the Diploma Program; Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools accreditation; College Board; Asociación Ibérica de Colegios International Baccalaureate (ASIBI) membership; Comunidad de Madrid authorization with recognition under Spanish law; NCAA approval for athletics; Mathema Education group membership.	Accreditations null
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. School tour: Request a visit to Aquinas American School by filling out the online form. After submission, a member of the admissions team will arrange the tour or meeting. The tour supports understanding of the program and community. Submitting the online form begins the admissions process. 2. Interview / Placement test: After reviewing the student's academic history, the school schedules an interview (in person or online) and a placement test to assess academic capabilities. The interview helps determine fit with the school's philosophy and program. The placement test assesses the student's academic level. The interview/test may be conducted in person or online. 3. Formal admissions request: Complete the Online Application. The required documents include the Application Form, Academic Records (last two years and the current year), and Recommendation Letters; English Proficiency must be demonstrated for grades 7-12 via the Duolingo English Test with grade-specific minimums. The test can be taken at home. The school reserves the right to admit, conditionally admit, place on a waiting list, or deny admission. 4. Confirmation of enrollment: Candidates will be notified of the final decision via a formal admissions letter. Once admitted, families will receive a service provision agreement to be completed by the date indicated, along with the required bank deposit to finalize enrollment. Notification timelines: For K1-K3, the notification period is 15 days; a first list of admissions for G1 to G12 is published on March 1; a second list is published on April 1. Acceptance must be confirmed in writing, and tuition payment instructions are provided.	Admissions 1. Complete the online Admission Application to arrange a visit or request information. The form asks for the Student Name, Parents' Names, Your e-mail, Year of birth, Phone, How did you hear about us? Message. After submission, the Admissions team will get in touch with you as soon as possible. This contact will help arrange a visit or provide further information. 2. The admissions process for the 2026-2027 academic year will begin in October 2025. The Infant campus is at Ronda de Sobradiel, 20, 28043 Madrid, and the Primary/Secondary campus is at Calle Castillo de Aysa, 8, 28043 Madrid (Parque Conde de Orgaz).
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Waitlist	Waitlist The school may place applicants on a waiting list.	Waitlist —
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