Baleares International College - Sa Porrassa Campus and The Montessori School of Mallorca are both in Mallorca, about 27 km apart. Both schools offer British and Cambridge IGCSE programmes. Baleares International College - Sa Porrassa Campus also offers Cambridge A Levels and EYFS, and The Montessori School of Mallorca also offers Montessori. Published annual fees are €8,400 - 15,325 at Baleares International College - Sa Porrassa Campus and €7,980 - 12,500 at The Montessori School of Mallorca, which puts Baleares International College - Sa Porrassa Campus roughly 16% higher. Baleares International College - Sa Porrassa Campus takes pupils from 3 to 18, and The Montessori School of Mallorca from 3 to 16. Baleares International College - Sa Porrassa Campus is the larger school, with around 600 pupils to The Montessori School of Mallorca's 90. Both keep typical class sizes around 15.
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Baleares International College - Sa Porrassa Campus
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Fees / year
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Fees / year €8,400 - 15,325 | Fees / year €7,980 - 12,500 |
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Age range
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Age range 3 - 18 years | Age range 3 - 16 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 IGCSE, Montessori Curriculum |
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Pupils
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Pupils 600 | Pupils 90 |
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Typical class size
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Typical class size 15 | Typical class size 15 |
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Instruction language
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Instruction language English | Instruction language English |
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Opened
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Opened 1957 | Opened 2015 |
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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 Santa Maria del Camí, Mallorca, Spain. Carrer Batle Josep Canyelles, 9, 07320 Santa Maria del Camí, Illes Balears, Mallorca. Just metres from the train station, with a dedicated parking area for families. |
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Stages
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Stages Nursery through Sixth Form (ages 3-18). | Stages Casa (3-5 years); Primary (5-11 years); Secondary (11-16 years). |
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School type
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School type British international school with two campuses. | School type The school is an international Montessori 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 — |
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Additional learning support
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Additional learning support — | Additional learning support W.I.S.E. Centre provides tailored academic and emotional support, including guidance for EAL, learning adaptations, and enrichment. Support can be one-to-one or in small groups, with learning plans as needed. |
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Country affiliation
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Country affiliation Spain | Country affiliation United Kingdom |
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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 School hours are 9:00–16:00, Friday finishes at 15:30. |
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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 Tuition fees (annual and per term, by age group) - Casa (ages 3–5): €7,980 – €8,400 per year. Per term (calculated as annual ÷ 3): €2,660 – €2,800 per term (rounded to the nearest euro). - Primary (ages 5–11): €9,025 – €9,500 per year. Per term (calculated as annual ÷ 3): €3,008 – €3,167 per term (rounded to the nearest euro). - Secondary (ages 11–16): €11,875 – €12,500 per year. Per term (calculated as annual ÷ 3): €3,958 – €4,167 per term (rounded to the nearest euro). (Note: per-term values above are calculated by dividing the published annual fee by three terms to give a per-term figure; the school's published fees list both annual amounts and offer a termly payment option. ) Application / enrolment charges - Enrolment Deposit: €1,500 (refundable after one full year). - Enrolment Fee (one-off, non-refundable): €900. Reduced enrolment fee with sibling discount: €720. - Annual Registration Deposit: €500 (deductible but non-refundable; credited against the first fee payment of the following academic year). Discounts and payment incentives - Sibling discounts: 5% for the second child; 7% for the third and subsequent children (applied in birth order). - Payment discounts: 5% discount for annual fees paid in advance (early-bird), 2% discount for termly payments. Billing schedule and payment terms - The school publishes fees on an annual basis and offers payment options by term or by annual advance payment; the termly-payment option and the annual-payment option are reflected in the stated payment discounts. The per-term figures above are calculated on the basis of three academic terms per year. Additional and recurring costs - Annual lump-sum charge per student: €150 – €195 (covers agendas, notebooks and three regular day trips/outings per year). - Uniforms: purchased separately through the school uniform shop (costs vary). - Lunch: families may bring a packed lunch or opt into an on-site catering service (catering charged separately). - Extracurricular activities and trips: after-school clubs, overnight trips and optional international trips are charged in addition to tuition. - Examination fees: IGCSE exam fees and other external examination fees for Secondary students are charged in addition to tuition. Boarding fees - Boarding: not applicable. The school operates as a day school with published school hours (example: 09:00–16:00). No boarding fees are published. Refund information - The Enrolment Deposit (€1,500) is refundable after one full year of attendance. - The Enrolment Fee (one-off) is non-refundable (reduced with sibling discount where applicable). - The Annual Registration Deposit (€500) is deductible but non-refundable and is credited against the first fee payment of the next academic year. Fee payment options and practical note - The published fees information describes discounts for paying annually in advance or paying termly, which indicates the school accepts both annual and termly billing arrangements. Specific accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, direct debit, or card) are not listed in the published fees summary; contact details for Admissions are provided for payment-method or invoice queries. Key contact for fees / payments - Admissions email and phone (published contact for fee enquiries): [email protected] / +34 971 14 01 70. |
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Boarding arrangements
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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 The school has a uniform policy. Uniforms for Casa (3-6) and Lower and Upper Primary (6-12) and Secondary (12-16) are sold through the school uniform shop, including polo shirts and other items such as jumpers and sports shirts. |
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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 Lunch is available via an optional catering service; students may also bring packed lunches from home. |
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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 — |
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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 The school is operated by Earth Children School S.L. and Earth Children High School S.L., private limited companies incorporated in Spain. It is authorised by the Government of the Balearic Islands after inspection by NABSS and certification by the British Council, and is an authorised learning center of Pearson Edexcel and Cambridge Assessment. |
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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 Blending Montessori education with the British National Curriculum, The Montessori School of Mallorca provides a continuous journey from Casa (3-5) to Secondary (11-16). A British curriculum pathway guides Primary to Secondary, culminating in IGCSE and Spanish ESO qualifications. English is the main language of learning within a vibrant international community, with Model United Nations in Rome. Primary is homework-free and offers a broad, balanced program with core academics, languages, arts, and physical education, supported by Montessori and British-trained teachers and subject specialists in music, languages, and sport. In Secondary, learning is fully British with small classes taught by British-certified subject specialists, supported by the W.I.S.E. Centre for wellbeing, inclusion, and safeguarding, and a dual qualification pathway (IGCSE and ESO) alongside Global Perspectives and Model United Nations. |
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Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio — | Student teacher ratio Small classes with British-certified teachers and subject specialists. |
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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 — |
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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 After Year 11, students progress to A-Levels, the IB Diploma, or Spanish Bachillerato—qualifications recognised by universities in Spain, Europe, and worldwide. |
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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 W.I.S.E. Centre provides tailored guidance for every child, offering counselling and emotional care alongside academic coaching and learning adaptations. It supports a wide range of needs, including language support, emotional regulation, social development, attention skills, handwriting, and fine motor development. Support may be delivered one-to-one or in small groups, with in-class adaptations or individual learning plans as needed. Well-being and safety are foundational to the school community, not add-ons. The W.I.S.E. Centre helps students grow with confidence, balance, and joy in learning. |
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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) The W.I.S.E. Centre offers guidance for a wide range of needs and strengths, including those who may benefit from extra help with focus, literacy, or language (EAL). It supports emotional regulation and social development, and provides academic support through attention skills programmes and handwriting/fine motor support. The school also offers enrichment for exceptionally able or gifted students. Support may include one-to-one or small-group sessions, in-class adaptations, or individual learning plans to extend or reinforce progress. The approach places well-being at the core of personalised learning for every student. |
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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 English is the main language of learning. The school serves an international community with English as the primary medium of instruction. EAL support is available through the W.I.S.E. Centre, providing language-focused guidance as part of integrated academic and emotional support. Language support can be delivered one-to-one or in small groups as part of personalised guidance. This integrated approach helps students access the British curriculum and participate in school life. |
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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 Well-being and safety are central to the school's approach. The W.I.S.E. Centre provides personalised guidance to nurture confidence, balance, and joy in learning. It addresses emotional care, social development, and academic coaching, with options for one-to-one or small-group sessions, learning adaptations, or enrichment. The environment is described as a safe, caring space where every child feels understood, valued, and capable. The focus is on holistic development, balancing academic growth with emotional and social wellbeing. |
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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 A Safe and Caring Space is provided through the W.I.S.E. Centre, which fosters inclusion, empathy, and curiosity to safeguard student welfare. Personalised guidance supports safety and wellbeing through one-to-one or small-group sessions and learning adaptations. The school is authorised by the Government of the Balearic Islands (07015550) after NABSS inspection and holds British Council accreditation, with additional recognition as an authorised Pearson Edexcel and Cambridge Assessment learning centre. These credentials reflect external oversight of the school's programmes and safeguarding standards. |
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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 Montessori School of Mallorca sits on a generous, nature-centered campus built around a historic 400-year-old windmill. The grounds include spacious patios and gardens with open views of the Tramuntana mountains, and a vegetable garden that supports biodiversity. Classrooms are spacious, light-filled, and designed as prepared environments to promote independence and focused discovery. The Casa spaces extend outdoors into gardens and play areas, while Primary and Secondary areas incorporate outdoor learning spaces and natural settings. The campus design emphasizes movement, nature, and daily opportunities for exploration. |
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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 — |
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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 Casa classrooms are spacious, child-sized, and arranged in mixed-age groups to foster independence. Casa emphasizes hands-on materials and practical life activities that build concentration and freedom within guided learning. Primary classrooms promote independence and collaboration, with learning extending outdoors into gardens and open spaces. English is the main language of learning, with regular lessons in Spanish, Catalan, and German. Secondary blends a British curriculum with Montessori values, small classes taught by subject specialists, and dual qualifications (IGCSE and ESO), supported by wellbeing and safeguarding through the W.I.S.E. Centre. |
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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 Montessori Model United Nations (MMUN) runs from Upper Primary to Secondary, with students debating real-world issues and presenting at international conferences in Rome or New York. Cambridge IGCSE Global Perspectives explores human rights, sustainability, and global challenges. Debate Club sharpens communication and respectful dialogue. Cultural excursions and international trips extend learning to London, Madrid, Rome, New York, or China. Everyday life on campus is multilingual and multicultural, with English as the main language of learning and regular lessons in Spanish, Catalan, and German. |
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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 The Montessori School of Mallorca is an international private school offering nursery, primary and secondary education for ages 3 to 16 in Mallorca, Spain. It blends Montessori pedagogy with the English national curriculum, providing a continuous learning journey from Casa to Secondary with British IGCSE and Spanish ESO qualifications. The school is operated by Earth Children School S.L. and Earth Children High School S.L., two private limited companies in Spain. The founder and director, Montserrat Povill Pacheco, has more than 20 years in education, including work with UNICEF across Africa, Asia and America; her grandparents founded a school in Catalonia in 1934 and her parents continued the educational legacy. As it celebrates its 10th anniversary, the school emphasises a multilingual, Montessori-inspired approach to empower children to become independent, creative, and compassionate learners. |
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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 English is the main language of learning, and the school hosts a vibrant international community, including participation in Model United Nations in Rome. The school emphasises wellbeing and community with a safe, caring environment that fosters resilience, kindness, and a sense of belonging for every child. The Our School materials describe Growing as Global Citizens as part of its focus on global citizenship and social responsibility. |
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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 Montessori Model United Nations (MMUN) runs from Upper Primary to Secondary, where students debate real-world issues and present at international conferences in Rome or New York. Cambridge IGCSE Global Perspectives explores human rights, sustainability, and global challenges. Debate Club sharpens skills in communication and respectful dialogue. Cultural excursions and international trips extend learning to London, Madrid, Rome, New York, or China. |
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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 Arts & Music are integrated into the curriculum. Primary explores creativity through painting, crafts, theatre, singing, and instruments. Secondary includes Arts, Drama, and Music as core subjects taught by subject specialists in languages, music, and sport. |
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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 English is the main language of learning. Regular lessons in Spanish, Catalan, and German. Support for students to take exams in their home languages (e.g., Italian, Dutch, Russian). Everyday life on campus is multilingual and multicultural. |
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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 — |
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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 — |
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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 MMUN and Debate Club help students develop leadership and communication skills. Participation in MMUN fosters confidence and collaborative problem-solving as students engage with peers in formal settings. |
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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 The W.I.S.E. Centre provides tailored guidance—from counselling and emotional care to academic coaching and learning adaptations. Well-being and safety are the foundation of the joyful, inclusive school community. School hours run from 9:00 to 16:00 (Fridays until 15:30) to support healthy routines and more family time. |
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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 is the main language of learning. In Primary, fluency in English is developed while Spanish, Catalan, and German are taught in a natural, immersive way. The school follows the British Curriculum Pathway, with dual international qualifications (IGCSE and ESO) for Secondary. |
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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 English is the main language of learning; students also learn Spanish, Catalan, and German. |
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Immersion programs
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Immersion programs — | Immersion programs Languages are taught in a natural, immersive way across Primary, including English, Spanish, Catalan, and German. |
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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 null |
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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 null |
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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 Three-step admissions process: Step 1 Check Availability — Tell us about your child's age and preferred start date; we'll confirm current availability (or likely openings) and email more information within 1–2 working days. Step 2 Visit Us — Come and experience our school in person; join an Open Day or book an individual visit. Step 3 Interview & Offer — If places are available, we'll invite your family for a meeting and, where appropriate, a tester day. Children turning 3: interviews & offers begin November; Older children: rolling admissions; if full, we'll offer a waiting list place. Get in touch with our admissions team at +34 971 14 01 70 or [email protected]. Address: Carrer Batle Josep Canyelles, 9, 07320 Santa Maria del Camí, Illes Balears, Mallorca. The school is accredited by the British Council and NABSS; authorized by the Government of the Balearic Islands; and an authorised learning centre of Pearson Edexcel and Cambridge Assessment. |
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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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Waitlist
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Waitlist — | Waitlist Older children: rolling admissions; if full, we'll offer a waiting list place. |
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