Baleares International College - Sa Porrassa Campus and King Richard III College are both in Mallorca, about 6 km apart. Both schools offer British, Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels programmes. Baleares International College - Sa Porrassa Campus also offers EYFS, and King Richard III College also offers Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary) and Cambridge International AS Levels. Published annual fees are close, at €8,400 - 15,325 for Baleares International College - Sa Porrassa Campus and €7,875 - 14,880 for King Richard III College. Baleares International College - Sa Porrassa Campus takes pupils from 3 to 18, and King Richard III College from 2 to 18. Baleares International College - Sa Porrassa Campus is the larger school, with around 600 pupils to King Richard III College's 250.
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Baleares International College - Sa Porrassa Campus
Mallorca, Spain
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King Richard III College
Mallorca, Spain
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Fees / year
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Fees / year €8,400 - 15,325 | Fees / year €7,875 - 14,880 |
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Age range
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Age range 3 - 18 years | Age range 2 - 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 British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage) | Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels |
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Pupils
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Pupils 600 | Pupils 250 |
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Typical class size
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Typical class size 15 | Typical class size — |
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Instruction language
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Instruction language English | Instruction language English, Spanish |
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Opened
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Opened 1957 | Opened — |
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Bus service
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Bus service Yes | Bus service No |
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Location
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Location Two campuses on Mallorca, Spain: Sant Agustí and Sa Porrassa. Sant Agustí is in the coastal village on the outskirts of Palma; Sa Porrassa is on the Cala Figuera road in Calvià. The school is part of the Orbital Education group. | Location Located on the island of Mallorca (Majorca), 10 minutes west of Palma and 20 minutes from Palma airport. It is a private, fee-paying British international day school and a member of NABSS (National Association of British Schools in Spain). The school educates children from age 2 to 18 and provides bilingual education in English and Spanish. |
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Stages
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Stages Nursery through Sixth Form (ages 3-18). | Stages Primary (Age 3-11) and Secondary (Age 11-18). KR3 educates children from the age of 2 to 18 and follows the English National Curriculum from the Early Years Foundation Stage through to A Levels, with the Spanish Bachillerato offered in parallel. |
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School type
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School type British international school with two campuses. | School type British international private day school |
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Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix Sant Agustí represents 24 nationalities; Sa Porrassa represents over 40 nationalities. | Pupil nationality mix Over 40 nationalities represented; countries represented include the United Kingdom, Sweden, Germany, France, United States, Zimbabwe, Russia, Canada and the United Arab Emirates. |
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Additional learning support
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Additional learning support — | Additional learning support — |
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Country affiliation
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Country affiliation Spain | Country affiliation The school is affiliated with the United Kingdom as a British international school. |
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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 Sant Agustí: Day school 08:45–15:45; Extracurricular activities 15:45–17:00. Sa Porrassa: Primary 08:45–15:50; Secondary 08:45–16:00. | School day structure — |
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Bus service details
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Fee details
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Fee details BIC Sa Porrassa — Tuition fees (per term and total by year group) - Year 1: Term 1 EUR 3,956; Term 2 EUR 2,967; Term 3 EUR 2,967; Total if paid termly EUR 9,890; Annual prepayment (1 August) EUR 9,593. - Year 2: Term 1 EUR 3,956; Term 2 EUR 2,967; Term 3 EUR 2,967; Total EUR 9,890; Annual prepayment EUR 9,593. - Year 3: Term 1 EUR 4,213; Term 2 EUR 3,161; Term 3 EUR 3,161; Total EUR 10,535; Annual prepayment EUR 10,219. - Year 4: Term 1 EUR 4,213; Term 2 EUR 3,161; Term 3 EUR 3,161; Total EUR 10,535; Annual prepayment EUR 10,219. - Year 5: Term 1 EUR 4,468; Term 2 EUR 3,351; Term 3 EUR 3,351; Total EUR 11,170; Annual prepayment EUR 10,835. - Year 6: Term 1 EUR 4,637; Term 2 EUR 3,479; Term 3 EUR 3,479; Total EUR 11,595; Annual prepayment EUR 11,247. - Year 7: Term 1 EUR 5,080; Term 2 EUR 3,810; Term 3 EUR 3,810; Total EUR 12,700; Annual prepayment EUR 12,319. - Year 8: Term 1 EUR 5,360; Term 2 EUR 4,020; Term 3 EUR 4,020; Total EUR 13,400; Annual prepayment EUR 12,998. - Year 9: Term 1 EUR 5,740; Term 2 EUR 4,305; Term 3 EUR 4,305; Total EUR 14,350; Annual prepayment EUR 13,920. - Year 10: Term 1 EUR 5,932; Term 2 EUR 4,449; Term 3 EUR 4,449; Total EUR 14,830; Annual prepayment EUR 14,385. - Year 11: Term 1 EUR 5,997; Term 2 EUR 4,499; Term 3 EUR 4,499; Total EUR 14,995; Annual prepayment EUR 14,545. - Years 12 & 13 (Sixth Form): Term 1 EUR 6,129; Term 2 EUR 4,598; Term 3 EUR 4,598; Total EUR 15,325; Annual prepayment EUR 14,865. BIC Sant Agustí — Tuition fees (per term and total by year group) - Nursery: Term 1 EUR 3,452; Term 2 EUR 2,589; Term 3 EUR 2,589; Total EUR 8,630; Annual prepayment EUR 8,371. - Reception: Term 1 EUR 3,452; Term 2 EUR 2,589; Term 3 EUR 2,589; Total EUR 8,630; Annual prepayment EUR 8,371. - Year 1: Term 1 EUR 3,768; Term 2 EUR 2,826; Term 3 EUR 2,826; Total EUR 9,420; Annual prepayment EUR 9,137. - Year 2: Term 1 EUR 3,768; Term 2 EUR 2,826; Term 3 EUR 2,826; Total EUR 9,420; Annual prepayment EUR 9,137. - Year 3: Term 1 EUR 4,044; Term 2 EUR 3,033; Term 3 EUR 3,033; Total EUR 10,110; Annual prepayment EUR 9,807. - Year 4: Term 1 EUR 4,044; Term 2 EUR 3,033; Term 3 EUR 3,033; Total EUR 10,110; Annual prepayment EUR 9,807. - Year 5: Term 1 EUR 4,340; Term 2 EUR 3,255; Term 3 EUR 3,255; Total EUR 10,850; Annual prepayment EUR 10,525. - Year 6: Term 1 EUR 4,340; Term 2 EUR 3,255; Term 3 EUR 3,255; Total EUR 10,850; Annual prepayment EUR 10,525. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is billed in three terms. Payments are due on: Term 1 – 1 August; Term 2 – 1 December; Term 3 – 1 March. Paying the full annual tuition in advance by 1 August qualifies for a 3% discount. - Fees are payable in advance. The school may apply a 10% surcharge to overdue payments. - Withdrawing a student requires two months' written notice or payment of two months' tuition fees in lieu of notice. The school reserves the right to withdraw a place if fees are not paid on time. Application, registration and deposit fees - BIC Sa Porrassa (new students): Registration fee (non-refundable) EUR 600 and refundable deposit EUR 800 payable on acceptance. Re-enrolment deposit for returning students EUR 600 (non-refundable) payable by the end of the second term and deducted from the Term 1 invoice. - BIC Sant Agustí (new students): Registration fee (non-refundable) EUR 500 and refundable deposit EUR 600 payable on acceptance. Re-enrolment deposit for returning students EUR 500 (non-refundable) payable by the end of the second term and deducted from the Term 1 invoice. - Refund of the refundable deposit is made when the child leaves the school, provided two months' notice is given in advance. Boarding - Boarding is not applicable; there are no boarding fees listed. Other costs and recurring charges - School uniform is required and purchased online via the designated supplier. Uniform costs are charged to families directly through the supplier. - School lunches are optional and charged separately by the school's catering provider; parents are invoiced directly by that provider. - Optional excursions and trips are charged separately at cost and invoiced when appropriate. External examination fees for IGCSE, AS and A Level are charged according to the examining boards and invoiced separately. - Replacement Yondr pouches are available from the school at EUR 33 each. - Students are covered by a school group accident insurance policy while on premises or on school-led activities; further details are available from the school. Refund and surcharge rules - Registration fees are non-refundable. Re-enrolment deposits are non-refundable and will be deducted from the Term 1 invoice for the following year. Refundable deposits for new students are returned when a pupil leaves, subject to two months' notice. - A surcharge may be applied to overdue payments (the school reserves the right to apply a 10% surcharge). Fee payment options and bank details - Payments can be made by direct debit or by bank transfer to the school account. Bank: BANCO SANTANDER. Account Name: Baleares International School Mallorca S.L. IBAN: ES56 0075 6907 9106 0082 9990 – SWIFT: BSCHESMM. Families should state the child's name and year as reference and provide the school finance team with transaction details. | Fee details Overview (Academic Year 2025–2026) Annual tuition by year group (full year) - Early Years (Nursery & Reception): EUR 7,875.00. - Key Stage 1 (Years 1–2): EUR 9,975.00. - Key Stage 2 (Years 3–6): EUR 11,570.00. - Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9): EUR 13,450.00. - Key Stage 4 (Years 10–11): EUR 14,880.00. - Years 12 & 13 (Sixth Form): EUR 14,880.00. Tuition per term (based on the school's published term payment split: Sept 1 = 40%, Jan 1 = 30%, Apr 1 = 30%) - Early Years (EUR 7,875.00 per year): - Term 1 (Sept 1, 40%): EUR 3,150.00. - Term 2 (Jan 1, 30%): EUR 2,362.50. - Term 3 (Apr 1, 30%): EUR 2,362.50. - Key Stage 1 (EUR 9,975.00 per year): - Term 1 (40%): EUR 3,990.00. - Term 2 (30%): EUR 2,992.50. - Term 3 (30%): EUR 2,992.50. - Key Stage 2 (EUR 11,570.00 per year): - Term 1 (40%): EUR 4,628.00. - Term 2 (30%): EUR 3,471.00. - Term 3 (30%): EUR 3,471.00. - Key Stage 3 (EUR 13,450.00 per year): - Term 1 (40%): EUR 5,380.00. - Term 2 (30%): EUR 4,035.00. - Term 3 (30%): EUR 4,035.00. - Key Stage 4 (EUR 14,880.00 per year): - Term 1 (40%): EUR 5,952.00. - Term 2 (30%): EUR 4,464.00. - Term 3 (30%): EUR 4,464.00. - Years 12 & 13 (EUR 14,880.00 per year): - Term 1 (40%): EUR 5,952.00. - Term 2 (30%): EUR 4,464.00. - Term 3 (30%): EUR 4,464.00. Application and entry charges - Registration fee (application): EUR 1,500.00. This fee is charged for all new pupils; it is non-refundable except that families who notify intention to withdraw with at least one term's notice may request a EUR 500.00 refund from this fee. - Registration deposit: EUR 800.00. What the tuition covers - Lunches included. - Textbooks included (where stated for the year groups). - Accident insurance included. - External examination entry fees and some other specific charges are not included and are charged per exam. Boarding - The school operates as a fee-paying day school; there are no boarding facilities and therefore no boarding fees. Discounts, surcharges and late-payment terms - 5% discount on annual fees for payments made in full by July 15. - Sibling discounts: 5% for the second child; 15% overall for three children; 20% overall for four children. - Monthly payment plans carry a surcharge of 5%. - Late-payment surcharge: 5% charged on fees outstanding after the due date. Failure to pay within 15 days may result in loss of the pupil's place. Billing schedule and payment terms - Term payment dates and split: Sept 1 (40% of the annual fee), Jan 1 (30%), April 1 (30%). - Monthly instalments are possible but incur the 5% surcharge mentioned above. Other charges and typical extras - External examination fees are charged separately per exam and are not included in tuition. - The published fee schedule does not list specific charges for uniform, optional trips, extra-curricular activities, specialist equipment or materials; such items are commonly charged separately where applicable. External examination and similar specific charges are explicitly noted as not included. Refund policy - The registration fee is non-refundable except that families who give at least one term's notice of withdrawal may request a EUR 500.00 refund from the registration fee. - There are no refunds for withdrawal or expulsion. Fee payment options - Specific payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit card, direct debit) are not specified in the published fee details. Payment is organised according to the billing schedule and the school's invoicing arrangements. For payment method details, the school's published contact information is provided alongside the fee schedule. |
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Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements — | Boarding arrangements The school is a day school; boarding is not offered. |
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Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement The school has a uniform policy for both Sant Agustí and Sa Porrassa campuses; uniforms promote unity and belonging and ordering guidelines are provided for each campus. | Uniform requirement — |
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Food options
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Food options Lunch is provided by an external catering company with healthy menus; fresh salads and fruit are available; monthly lunch menus are provided and meals can be ordered online; packed lunches are allowed; snacks may be brought; the school is nut-free. | Food options On-site dining with a modern kitchen; school lunches are provided for Reception to Year 11. |
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House system
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House system There are four Houses with a vertical mix of all ages; Houses compete in sporting, academic and artistic activities; students earn House points and senior students help lead and support younger students, promoting leadership and collaboration. | House system Primary School has a three-house system with House Captains elected from Year 6; house points are awarded for achievement and contribution; Olympic Day determines the Sports Cup winner. |
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Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership The school is British owned and employs British trained teachers; it is part of the Orbital Education group. | Governance and ownership Privately owned, independent, fee-paying day school; member of NABSS (National Association of British Schools in Spain). |
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Curriculum details
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Curriculum details Baleares International College offers a British style international education for boys and girls aged 3 to 18. There are two campuses on Mallorca: Sa Porrassa in Calvià and Sant Agustí on the outskirts of Palma. Lessons are delivered in English, with a team of language specialists; students learn Spanish, Catalan, German and French, with English as an Additional Language support. The school offers IGCSE and A Level qualifications. It is COBIS compliant and Mallorca's only COBIS compliant school. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is part of school life, and the community includes over 40 nationalities with specialist science, sport and art facilities. | Curriculum details The school educates children from age 3 to 18 following the English national curriculum from the Early Years Foundation Stage through the English Primary and Secondary systems, culminating with A Levels (AS and A2) using the Cambridge International Exam board and EdExcel. It also provides a bilingual pathway by offering the Spanish System (ESO and Bachillerato) alongside the English framework. The school teaches a broad range of subjects at IGCSE and A Level, including Marine Science, Photography and Music up to A Level. The exam framework includes IGCSE, AS and A Level examinations, preparing students for university places in Europe and beyond. |
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Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio — | Student teacher ratio Small class sizes are maintained. |
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Exam results
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Exam results GCSE and A-Level outcomes have excelled, making the school one of the Balearics' highest achieving international schools. Last summer, a third of all GCSE grades were A/A* (7-9), significantly exceeding global averages. A-Level results in 2025 show strong performance, with 84% of A-Level grades at A-C. | Exam results The school's exam results for IGCSE, AS and A Level are excellent; students graduate to top universities in Europe and further afield. Every year, Cambridge Outstanding Learner Awards are won by students for examination achievements. |
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Higher education progression
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Higher education progression A Levels remain the standard route for university entry. After completing A Levels, the majority of Sixth Formers proceed to higher education. Sixth Form students have studied at universities across Europe (including the UK and Spain), the USA and other countries around the world. Destinations include Alfonso X in Madrid, TU Delft in the Netherlands, Kings College London, University of Leeds, Universidad Europea in Madrid, Amsterdam University College, City University London, University of Southampton and UPC in Barcelona. | Higher education progression Graduates usually move on to universities worldwide, with recent Year 13 cohorts gaining places at Imperial College London, King's College London, Durham, Exeter, York, Glasgow, Sheffield, Queen Mary University of London, Berlin International University of Applied Sciences and Boston University, among others. |
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Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
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Social & emotional learning
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Social & emotional learning Student wellbeing is a core focus at Baleares International College. The school is committed to the growth and wellbeing of each student, supporting physical, social, intellectual, emotional and spiritual development. Personal mentoring and close pastoral care are central to the British-style education on offer. A strong partnership with parents is encouraged to support students through clear two-way communication and reinforcement of expectations at home and at school. Teaching staff regularly assess students' needs and performance using UK standards, and learning occurs in small classes with a Learning Support Assistant to help individual engagement and smooth integration for new students. Early intervention is used to identify and address problems promptly. | Social & emotional learning The school supports social and emotional learning through PSHE. The Primary atmosphere is happy and respectful, with pupils and staff showing mutual respect in all interactions. A broad, balanced and challenging curriculum is offered with small class sizes to support individual development. Pupils are encouraged to discover and develop talents through musical and sporting activities, excursions and residential trips. Emphasis is placed on positive behaviour, good manners and respect for others. The school provides opportunities for student voice and leadership through the Senior Students, School Council and the House System. |
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN) Teaching staff regularly assess students' needs and performance according to UK standards. A Learning Support Assistant supports students to enable active engagement in lessons. Classes are kept small to promote individual attention and easier participation. The school places emphasis on early intervention to identify and address difficulties. The overall goal is to enable every student to progress and thrive within the British education framework. | Special educational needs (SEN) — |
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English as an additional language
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English as an additional language As a British school, all lessons are delivered in English. A large team of specialist language teachers, whose mother tongues match the languages they teach, supports language learning. All students have the opportunity to learn Spanish, Catalan, German and French. The school provides a comprehensive English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme delivered by highly-qualified and experienced specialist teachers. For students in the early stages of English, EAL support is provided in small groups or one-to-one. The school has Language for Results accreditation for high-quality EAL provision, recognized by The Bell Foundation. | English as an additional language — |
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Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing An experienced team of staff focuses on the wellbeing of students and ensures their social and academic progress. Personal mentoring and close pastoral care are central to the school's British-style education. A Leader of Wellbeing oversees wellbeing at each campus: Mrs Fiona Von Waberer at Sa Porrassa and Ms Eccleshall at Sant Agustí. The wellbeing team supports students through early identification and targeted interventions when needed. The approach fosters a supportive community that helps students develop resilience and confidence. | Mental wellbeing The school community is supportive and nurturing, recognising and valuing each student's skills, abilities and talents. Core values and personal development are promoted while students are encouraged to achieve their academic targets. It emphasises trust and understanding between students from different backgrounds, reflecting its international intake. The environment supports students in developing resilience and social-emotional skills as part of their overall education. |
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding Safeguarding is a core priority at Baleares International College and the safety and wellbeing of all students are actively promoted. The school is committed to safeguarding and has designated Leaders of Wellbeing at each campus to address concerns. If you have any concerns, contact the Leader of Wellbeing at Sa Porrassa, Mrs Fiona Von Waberer. If you have any concerns, contact the Leader of Wellbeing at Sant Agustí, Ms Eccleshall. The safeguarding framework emphasizes open two-way communication with families and prompt action when concerns arise. | Safeguarding — |
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities overview
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Facilities overview BIC Sant Agustí has excellent facilities including specialist language classrooms, outdoor classrooms, a large sports court and an Early Years playground. There is access to local environmental features nearby such as a forest, the beach and coast, the local sailing club and a sports centre with a heated indoor swimming pool. The classrooms are large, air‑conditioned, well‑lit and newly furnished; Chromebooks and laptops are used for Computer Science. There is a spacious dining room with sea views, and the school provides a dedicated art studio, a specialist music room, a soft play area and two language classrooms. A broad language provision accompanies the British curriculum, with Spanish, Catalan (from Year 2), French and German (from Year 3). | Facilities overview The school has 28 classrooms distributed around four main buildings. It is located in Portals Nous, Mallorca, with many classrooms offering sea views. The grounds feature a playground with football and basketball courts, picnic benches, gardens, and shaded areas. In 2020 lifts, bathrooms and disabled access were installed around the school, and the dining room block provides on-site meals daily from Reception to Year 11. Two science laboratories support the sciences up to A Level, with Marine Science added in Year 12; an ICT room houses the latest technology and an art studio provides photography dark rooms with views over the Mediterranean Sea. |
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Sports facilities
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Sports facilities Sant Agustí has a large sports court. Sa Porrassa has an indoor sports centre, a brand new Astro‑Turf and running track, a swimming pool, an all‑weather basketball court, and football and volleyball courts. The Astro‑Turf pitch provides a high‑quality, all‑weather surface that can be used year‑round for PE and is open at break and lunchtime and for after‑school clubs and teams. | Sports facilities There is a sports ground adjacent to the school with both outdoor and indoor facilities. For sport lessons a private bus takes students to off-site facilities including an indoor pool, a sports centre, and an athletics stadium. Sailing and equestrian facilities are available via off-site partners. These on- and off-site venues support a broad range of athletic activities. |
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Academic facilities
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Academic facilities Facilities include specialist science laboratories, an IT suite, a library and a spacious dining room. Classrooms are large, air‑ conditioned and well‑lit. There are specialist art, drama and music facilities, language classrooms, and Chromebooks for Computer Science. The language programme includes Spanish, Catalan (from Year 2), French and German (from Year 3). | Academic facilities Two fully-equipped science laboratories support biology, chemistry and physics up to A Level, with Marine Science added in Year 12. An ICT room houses the latest technology to support teaching and learning. An art studio with photography dark rooms provides space for visual arts and creative work. The campus serves these spaces across four main buildings designed for modern teaching. |
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Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities A wide range of extracurricular activities outside the classroom includes sports, drama, music and more, both within the school day and after school. After‑school clubs include sailing, football, athletics, volleyball, tennis, basketball, jiu jitsu, drama, ballet dance and ballroom dance, music, chess, robotics and debating clubs; swimming is offered as part of the PE curriculum in summer. There are day trips, enrichment programmes and cultural exchange opportunities through the Orbital group. Sant Agustí also offers sailing and Forest School programmes. | Extra curricular facilities The 350-seat theatre in Paguera hosts musical productions and major events such as Prizegiving. On-site spaces support performances and cultural events throughout the year. The off-site sailing club and equestrian centre expand outdoor educational opportunities. The grounds and theatre spaces provide venues for learning beyond the classroom. |
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History
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History Founded in 1957, Baleares International College, Sant Agustí, has a long-standing presence on Mallorca. There are two Mallorca campuses: Sant Agustí and Sa Porrassa. The schools are British-owned and form part of the Orbital Education group. Sa Porrassa provides education for ages 5 to 18, including Primary and Secondary IGCSE, and Sixth Form. | History King Richard III College follows the British education system within an international school setting, with programmes for Key Stages 3, 4 and 5. In Key Stage 3, Year 7 studies medieval history, including the Norman invasion, feudalism, the Crusades, the Magna Carta and the Black Death; Year 8 covers modern history from the discovery of America in 1492 to the French Revolution; Year 9 includes topics on the French Revolution, the Industrial Revolution, the rise and fall of the slave trade, and the beginnings of the World Wars. The IGCSE History course (0470) surveys 20th‑century history from 1918 to 1980, including Germany 1918–1945, the Treaty of Versailles, the League of Nations, the Cold War, Eastern Europe 1945–1980, the Cuban Missile Crisis, the Vietnam War and the United Nations, assessed in three examination papers. At Key Stage 5, Cambridge International AS and A2 History (9389/9489) covers topics such as Empire and the emergence of world powers (1870–1919), the League of Nations and international relations in the 1920s–1930s, and China and Japan (1912–45); the second topic is The Origins and development of the Cold War between 1941 and 1950. Final assessment is by two written examinations. |
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Community
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Community The two Mallorca campuses, Sant Agustí and Sa Porrassa, welcome students from over 40 nationalities. The schools are British-owned and part of Orbital Education. The House System promotes inclusion and teamwork, with older students guiding younger ones and Houses competing in a friendly environment. Sailing and Forest School programmes, along with a broad range of extracurricular activities, enrich learning beyond the classroom. | Community King Richard III College nurtures a strong sense of community with a warm family atmosphere. Compassion and empathy are central values. Student Council members organise charity events for the whole school community, including Halloween Scary Movie Competition, Christmas Fayre, Valentines Flower Sale, and a 15km Sponsored Walk. Each year a charity is chosen as the Focus Charity, with all funds donated at year‑end celebrations; annual donations exceed €14,000. The Focus Charity has included Aldeas Infantiles (2021–2022) and AECC – Asociación Española Contra El Cáncer (2020–2021). |
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Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association The PTA Community at Sant Agustí describes the PTA as important for the school's social activities and for fostering a partnership between parents and teachers. Parents help new and prospective families learn about the school and assist with learning activities and trips. They help new families settle in through an inclusive social network. They generate ideas for school and community social events and help organise them. They organise workshops to promote engagement with education. Coffee Mornings are held each term for parents to discuss topics with the Principal, and there are events such as Christmas, Pink Day, and the annual Social Event to support the school and community. | Parent teacher association — |
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Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual The school runs a broad extracurricular programme that complements the British National Curriculum. Activities include chess and other indoor games; a Spanish cinema club; a debating society; a creative writing group; and a guitar club. Practical STEM and problem‑solving are supported by robotics clubs and escape‑room style activities; a mentoring programme has sixth formers helping younger students. | Academic & intellectual The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award (DofE) is offered at KR3 and is the world's leading youth achievement award. The Award has Bronze, Silver and Gold levels and four sections: Service, Skills, Physical Recreation and Adventurous Journey; Gold also includes a Residential Project. At KR3, Bronze is available in Year 10 and Silver or Gold can be pursued in Years 12–13, with the programme led by three experienced teachers. The Award fosters voluntary service, personal development, physical recreation and adventurous journeys. |
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Arts & creative
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Arts & creative Drama (production and backstage) is offered alongside knitting, creative writing, guitar club and other music and arts activities. | Arts & creative KR3 has a renowned theatre program with productions that attract audiences from the school and wider island. Recent shows include Oliver, The Wiz, Bugsy Malone, Richard III and Henry V, and Primary pupils have staged The Jungle Book and Alice in Wonderland. A 350-seat theatre in Paguerà is used for musical productions and events such as Prizegiving. |
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Cultural & language
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Cultural & language Spanish and Catalan language lessons are provided by specialist teachers through an extended Languages Programme; EAL support is offered and ALFRI accreditation recognises the English as an Additional Language provision. | Cultural & language KR3 follows the English National Curriculum and provides bilingual education by offering the Spanish Bachillerato in parallel. Languages available include French, German and Spanish. The school hosts an international community with students from many countries, with more than 40 nationalities represented in the community. KR3 is described as a truly international British international school on Mallorca. |
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Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies After‑school clubs cover sports, arts and academics, including sailing, football, athletics, volleyball, tennis, basketball, jiu jitsu, drama, ballet and ballroom dance, music, chess, robotics and a debating club, plus various academic clubs. | Social & hobbies KR3 runs a rich after-school extracurricular program with clubs for students and parents, including a creche for younger children. Clubs cover sporty, creative and learning-enhancement activities, with the list changing each half-term. Due to COVID-19 regulations, clubs are offered to children in the same class and mixing groups is not permitted at the moment. Clubs run after school and help broaden friendships and skills. |
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Community & service
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Community & service Beach clean‑ups and community projects are part of student activities, and the school offers the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award. | Community & service The Student Council organises charity events each year for the whole school community, such as Halloween Scary Movie Competition, Christmas Fayre, Valentines Flower Sale and a 15km Sponsored Walk. Each academic year a charity is chosen as the Focus Charity, with all money raised donated at year-end celebrations. The KR3 community has led to annual donations of more than €14,000. In 2020/21 the Focus Charity was AECC – Asociación Española Contra El Cáncer, and in 2021/22 it was Aldeas Infantiles. |
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Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional The House System supports leadership development; a mentoring programme has sixth formers working with younger students; the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is available. | Leadership & professional Senior Students in Year 13 may apply for Head Boy and Head Girl, who act as ambassadors for the school at public events. The School Council includes Year 13 leaders who can become Chairman, Treasurer, Secretary and Business Manager to coordinate community and charity events. The Council comprises two representatives from each year group to share ideas and perspectives. The Primary School operates a House System with Year 6 House Captains leading their houses in competitions, and Housepoints recognizing work, effort and extra-curricular contributions, including Olympic Day track and field events. |
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing Facilities include an indoor sports centre, Astro‑Turf pitch, running track, a swimming pool and outdoor courts; after‑school activities include swimming, yoga, mindfulness groups and a range of sports and wellbeing activities. | Lifestyle & wellbeing Secondary life is enriched by a program of trips and excursions that include cultural, sporting and departmental field trips. Residential trips have included PortAventura & Tarragona, a London trip, and a School Ski Trip to Andorra/Sierra Nevada, with additional day trips such as Mondrago Beach, Palma galleries, Christmas markets and theatre visits. The school also has off-site facilities for sport and well-being, including an indoor pool, sailing club and equestrian centre, and a 350-seat theatre is used for musical productions and major events such as Prizegiving. |
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Language provision
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Language provision Spanish and Catalan are taught through a Languages Programme delivered by specialist teachers. German and French are available from age 8 (Year 3). All students learn Spanish from age three, with Spanish taught as both a First Language and a Foreign Language. The EAL programme supports English language development for students whose first language is not English, and the schools hold Accreditation by Language for Results for their EAL provision. | Language provision English follows the National Curriculum of England and Wales, with English Language taught alongside English Literature and EAL support available. Modern Foreign Languages include Spanish, French (from Year 4) and German (from Year 4); Catalan is taught from Year 2, and EYFS pupils study Spanish daily. The school operates a Spanish System alongside the British curriculum, with Lengua Española, Catalan and Sociales studied under the Spanish Ministry of Education. |
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Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching Spanish is taught from age three and is delivered as both a First Language and a Foreign Language. Catalan is taught within the Languages Programme. German and French are offered from age 8 (Year 3). An English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme supports students whose first language is not English. | Bilingual teaching The school offers bilingual/multilingual education, studying the British Educational System and the Spanish Educational System simultaneously. |
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Immersion programs
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Awards
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Awards The school has NABSS accreditation and COBIS compliance; Cambridge and Edexcel qualifications; DofE and IDTA programs. | Awards — |
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Accreditations
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Accreditations COBIS - The Council of British International Schools; NABSS - The National Association of British Schools in Spain; ISI - Independent Schools Inspectorate; Cambridge International Examinations; Pearson Edexcel; The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award; The International Dance Teachers' Association; Bell Foundation Accreditation. | Accreditations — |
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Admissions
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Admissions Your Journey to Joining Us: The admissions process is the same for Sant Agustí and Sa Porrassa. Step 1: Enquire or Book a visit. Fill in our online enquiry form to register your interest or book a school tour. You can select the school, request a virtual tour, and the admissions team will contact you. Step 2: Visit School. A personal tour of the school to explore classrooms and facilities and meet academic staff. Step 3: Start your Application. Apply via the Admissions Portal. Log in to view progress and submit documents; each child needs their own application. Step 4: Offer and acceptance. After review, a formal offer is sent via the portal; you sign the terms and conditions and pay the Enrolment Fee and Transcript Fee. An entry test or interview may be requested. Admissions are assessed in line with policies for Sant Agustí and Sa Porrassa. | Admissions The school offers places, when available, to students who are successful in the application process which involves an interview and an entrance exam. Reports and references from current schools form a major part of the selection procedure, and applicants are invited to participate in a taster day. Entry to 6th Form is selective and based largely on performance at IGCSE. To enter Year 12, students must attain a minimum grade C/5 in English Language and Mathematics and a minimum grade B in the subjects they wish to study at A Level. |
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Scholarships
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Scholarships BIC 2021 Scholarship Programme provides 50% of the tuition costs for the 2-year A Level programme funded by Orbital Education. Available to current Baleares International College students and new entrants starting A Level studies in September 2021. Scholarships awarded on achievement and potential. Example requirements include GCSE/IGCSE grades of B (or 6) and above in English, Mathematics and at least four other subjects; or GCSE/IGCSE grades of A/A* (7-9) in the subjects chosen for A Level study. To apply, download the Scholarship Application Form and Scholarship Information Pack. Applications for current BIC students and students from other schools must be received by Friday 16 April 2021. For more information contact Holley McMonagle, Admissions Officer, registrar@balearesint.net, 971 133 167. | Scholarships — |
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