Brave Generation Academy - Marbella vs St. Anthony's College

	B Brave Generation Academy - Marbella Malaga, Spain	S St. Anthony's College Malaga, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €5,700 - 11,940	Fees / year €5,020 - 9,935
Age range	Age range 12 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Online/Hybrid	Type Boys School, Boys School (boarding)
Curriculum	Curriculum Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 30	Pupils 250
Typical class size	Typical class size 30	Typical class size 15
Instruction language	Instruction language Portuguese	Instruction language English, Spanish
Opened	Opened —	Opened 1968
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Marbella hub is located in Centro Comercial La Colonia, Marbella. It is a five-minute drive from Marbella city centre.	Location Camino de Coin Km 5.25, Mijas Costa, Málaga 29650, Spain. Postal address Apartado 119, Fuengirola 29640.
Stages	Stages Secondary Education; choose between British International or US curriculum.	Stages Foundation; Primary (Foundation, Year 1–6); Secondary (Key Stage 3; Key Stage 4; 6th Form); ages 3 to 18.
School type	School type International education hub offering a hybrid learning model with 24/7 access to learning.	School type Co-educational British school offering the British National Curriculum, together with Spanish ESO and Bachillerato.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support Pastoral care with a Head of Pastoral; mentoring for students and attention to personal needs.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation —	Country affiliation United Kingdom (British curriculum).
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure Hybrid learning model with flexible scheduling and 24/7 access to learning.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / One-time fees - Admissions fee: EUR 1,650 (charged prior to enrolment). - For families choosing the “Own Curriculum” (Hub Attendance) option, there is no Admissions fee. Tuition fees (per month and implied annual totals by curriculum) - British International Curriculum: EUR 704 per month (12 monthly payments). Implied annual tuition: EUR 8,448. - American Core Curriculum: EUR 995 per month (12 monthly payments). Implied annual tuition: EUR 11,940. AP (Advanced Placement) courses carry an additional charge of EUR 650 per AP course. - Own Curriculum / Hub Attendance: EUR 475 per month (12 monthly payments). Implied annual tuition: EUR 5,700. This option includes Hub access and Learning Coach support and does not carry the Admissions fee. Billing schedule and payment terms - Admissions fee is payable before enrolment is confirmed. - Regular tuition is billed as 12 monthly instalments for the academic year (monthly billing). - A Registration Renewal Fee of EUR 500 is payable after the completion of the learner's first 12 months and on subsequent 12-month anniversaries. - An upfront payment option is available: paying 12 months in advance qualifies for a 3% discount on the total yearly fee. Sibling discounts are offered (discounts listed as 5% and 7.5% off the total monthly fee). Boarding / accommodation - Boarding is not applicable to the Brave Generation Academy hub model in Spain. Learners attend local co-learning Hubs (locations include Marbella and Valencia); there is no published boarding programme or boarding fee. Other costs and additional fees - AP course surcharge (American curriculum): EUR 650 per AP course. - Registration Renewal Fee: EUR 500 after each 12-month period of enrolment. - Hub Attendance option (Own Curriculum) is a paid monthly option (EUR 475/month) that covers Hub access and Learning Coach support; any other third-party curriculum or exam-entry fees (if required) may incur separate charges (no separate uniform or standard material fee is published). Refund information - No explicit public refund or detailed withdrawal/refund schedule is published alongside the Spain fee schedule. Refund terms and conditions, if any, are not provided in the publicly available fee summary. Families should note that the Admissions Fee and other non‑recurring charges may be treated separately from tuition in any refund assessment. Fee payment options - Payment for enrolment and programme fees is handled through the admissions/payment process: applicants receive a personalised fee invoice and a payment link as part of the admissions follow-up; proof of payment is required to finalise enrolment. The published admissions procedure indicates payment via the provided payment link and submission of proof of payment. Specific accepted payment instruments (for example, which card networks or bank transfer details) are not listed in the public fee pages. Discounts and reductions - Sibling discounts: listed discounts of 5% and 7.5% off the total monthly fee (applied as indicated in the fee policy). - Upfront payment discount: 3% off the total yearly fee when paying 12 months in advance. Brief note on published detail and limitations - The publicly published Spain fee schedule presents pricing by curriculum and by monthly instalment rather than by specific school year or grade-level fees. No grade-by-grade or term-by-term breakdowns are provided, and no explicit published refund schedule or exhaustive list of accepted payment methods is shown in the available fee documents. Where a per-grade or per-term breakdown, or an explicit refund policy, is required for database entry, those items are not available in the published fee summary and would need confirmation from admissions.	Fee details Application fees - A non‑refundable deposit is required to reserve a student's place; it is requested at the end of the spring term and is deductible from fees in the following September. Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year) - The school does not publish tuition fee amounts by year group or per term in its publicly available fee information. No specific per‑term or per‑year tuition figures are available from the school's published fee material. Billing schedule and payment terms - Place reservation: the non‑refundable deposit is taken at the end of the spring term and is credited in the following September. - Books, exam and other instructional costs for older students: Years 10 to 13 purchase their own books; Spanish books, uniforms, GCSE and A‑Level exam fees are charged separately and are not included in any general tuition figure. Boarding fees (where applicable) - The school operates as a day school and does not publish boarding fees; publicly available profiles list it as a day school rather than offering boarding. Other costs and fees - Books and exam fees: Students in Years 10–13 must purchase their own books; Spanish textbooks plus GCSE and A‑Level exam fees are charged in addition to tuition. - Uniform: Uniform is supplied via El Corte Inglés; specific uniform items (standard uniform, sports uniform, summer and Sixth Form variants) are defined and are an additional cost to parents. No itemized uniform prices are published. - Deposit: the required deposit is non‑refundable. Refund information - The place‑reservation deposit is explicitly non‑refundable. No separate published refund schedule for tuition or other fees is available in the school's public fee material. Fee payment options - Publicly available school materials do not list specific accepted payment methods (for example, credit card, direct debit or bank transfer) or a detailed billing schedule beyond the deposit timing. An Accounts contact is provided for fee enquiries: accounts@stanthonyscollege.com. Brief summary of availability of detailed fee data - The school's published fee section sets out the deposit requirement and that books, uniforms and exam fees are additional, and the uniform supplier is listed. However, no specific tuition fee amounts by year group or per term, no detailed payment method list, and no itemised uniform or exam price list are published in the school's publicly available fee material. Where numeric tuition, termly charges, boarding fees (if any), published payment terms, or a detailed refund policy are required, those figures are not available in the school's public fee information and must be obtained directly from the school's accounts office.
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement Standard uniform is required for all students: boys wear a white collared shirt, red jumper with the school logo, plain grey trousers, and the St. Anthony's tie with black or grey socks and black shoes; girls wear a white collared shirt, red V-neck jumper with the logo, and a knee-length grey skirt or grey trousers for seniors. Year 10–13 may wear black trousers; Sixth Form has a light blue polo with collar and black trousers or a skirt; a summer uniform (white polo with grey shorts or a skirt) is optional, and a sports uniform (white shirt and red shorts) plus a blue jacket are available.
Food options	Food options —	Food options Food is provided by a professional dining room service (Ausolan) and is cooked on site. Ausolan has 50 years of experience in nutrition.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school offers the British International Curriculum or the US curriculum.	Curriculum details Foundation offers a friendly and safe environment for the youngest learners. Primary pupils are taught most subjects by their class teacher, with a dedicated team creating a stimulating and enjoyable environment. Senior Years (Years 10 and 11) are designed to be followed over two years and lead to National Curriculum Key Stage 4 IGCSE examinations, with Core Subjects taken by all students. Sixth Form emphasizes choosing courses that students will enjoy and that offer the greatest chance of success, with GCSE grades guiding subject suitability. The school is located at Camino de Coin, Km. 5,25 Mijas Costa – Málaga.
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Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Programmes are internationally recognised and accredited by Pearson, enabling Learners to apply to top universities worldwide.	Higher education progression —
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 —	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing —	Mental wellbeing —
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding The school provides a friendly and safe environment for its youngest children, with staff supported by an assistant to ensure learning is fun.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Spain hosts Brave Generation Academy Hubs in Valencia and Marbella. The Marbella Hub is located a short five-minute drive away from the city centre in Centro Comercial La Colonia. The learning model is a flexible hybrid model with 24/7 access to learning and co-learning spaces designed to foster collaboration and peer-to-peer learning. Learners can choose between British International or US curricula, with accreditation by Pearson Edexcel. All programmes are fully accredited and open doors to universities worldwide.	Facilities overview St. Anthony's College is a co-educational British school founded in 1968 and described as the oldest British school on the coast. It offers the British National Curriculum, together with Spanish ESO and Bachillerato, for students aged three to eighteen. The campus is located at Camino de Coin, Km. 5.25, Mijas Costa, Málaga. A professional dining service is contracted to Ausolan, with meals cooked on site. For dining information contact stanthonyscollege@ausolan.com, and for accounts and general information contact accounts@stanthonyscollege.com or info@stanthonyscollege.com.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The school offers a choice between the British International and US curricula. International programmes are accredited by Pearson Edexcel, providing qualifications recognized globally. The learning model is flexible and hybrid, with 24/7 access to learning resources. Co-learning spaces are designed to foster collaboration and peer-to-peer learning.	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History —	History St. Anthony's College is a co-educational British school founded in 1968, the oldest British school on the coast. It offers the British National Curriculum as well as Spanish ESO and Bachillerato for students aged three to eighteen. The school emphasizes individual wellbeing, with teachers taking a personal interest in each student's development and a tutor group system overseen by a Head of Pastoral to address daily needs. The environment is friendly and welcoming, enabling students to flourish as individuals.
Community	Community —	Community St. Anthony's College fosters a strong school community through a tutor group system and pastoral care overseen by a Head of Pastoral who attends to student wellbeing and personal needs. The emphasis on safety and happiness creates a friendly, welcoming atmosphere in which students can thrive. Staff focus on individual attention to support each student's development.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Choose between the British International curriculum or the US curriculum. All programmes are fully accredited and internationally recognised, with Pearson Edexcel accreditation. The hybrid learning model is flexible, offering 24/7 access to learning. Co-learning spaces foster collaboration and peer-to-peer learning.	Academic & intellectual The school teaches the British National Curriculum and Spanish ESO and Bachillerato for students aged three to eighteen. Every student is part of a tutor group with a tutor who ensures day-to-day issues are dealt with. Year 11 students undertake GCSE examinations and achieve high grades, and Year 13 students are accepted at top universities including Durham, King's College London, Loughborough and Brunel.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative The Foundation Stage includes Creative development as one of six learning areas. Children participate in art/craft and design activities such as painting, modelling, cutting and sticking, and sand and water play. For Spanish, P.E. and TEFL, the children are taught by specialist subject teachers.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language Spanish is taught as part of the program for students aged three to eighteen, including Spanish ESO and Bachillerato, with specialist teachers delivering the language. The school is a co-educational British school with students from a variety of nationalities and cultures.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies Foundation trips include visits to a farm school, Selwo Marina and Fuengirola Zoo. These trips are currently on hold due to Covid-19.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Learners are empowered to become fearless and influential individuals. A dedicated Spain team supports learners in Marbella and Valencia.	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Flexible hybrid model with 24/7 access to learning. Ideal for athletes and active learners. Learners can make time for passions and personal growth. Co-learning spaces are designed to foster collaboration and peer-to-peer learning.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The safety and happiness of each student is a priority. Every student is part of a tutor group with a tutor who monitors day-to-day issues, and Miss Natalia serves as Head of Pastoral, offering mentoring and addressing personal needs.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision The school teaches English, Spanish (core subjects) and French (optional). The core subjects are English, Mathematics and Spanish. French is offered as an optional subject within the option blocks. The academic programme leads to IGCSE examinations in Years 10 and 11 (in June).
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Watch Our Overview Video. The video highlights BGA's flexible learning model and the available pathways. It explains how learning is structured and what families can expect throughout the admissions journey. It serves as a starting point for decision-making. 2. Book a Call or Meeting with our Admissions Team. Chat with the Admissions Team to learn more about BGA, align expectations, and schedule a trial day if desired. A link to schedule a meeting or a call is provided. The meeting helps families understand fit and next steps. 3. Schedule a Trial Day. Learners and parents are encouraged to experience a BGA Hub to see the environment, meet Learning Coaches, and sense the learning atmosphere. A trial day can be arranged in person or virtually as available. 4. Fill Out the Application Form. Submitting the form triggers an email with a summary of the Admissions Process, a link to a detailed Admissions Guide (curriculum, fees, FAQs), and a link to book the onboarding meeting with the academic team. 5. Attend an Onboarding Meeting with Our Team. The onboarding meeting reviews the learner's academic history, determines placement at BGA, discusses the learning pathway in more detail, and clarifies questions. 6. Complete Full Enrolment. After onboarding, contracts and invoices are issued; upon contract and payment completion, an official enrolment confirmation is issued. 7. Get Ready for Day One. Instructions are provided to help learners start their journey with confidence.	Admissions Registration information for school registration is available on the Registration page; the page links to Stanthonys Registration May 2020.
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