Brave Generation Academy - Valencia vs British School Xativa

	B Brave Generation Academy - Valencia Valencia, Spain	B British School Xativa Valencia, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €5,700 - 11,940	Fees / year €6,292 - 8,958
Age range	Age range 11 - 18 years	Age range 0 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Online/Hybrid	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP), Bespoke Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Pupils	Pupils 0	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 0	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Portuguese	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened 2009
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Valencia, Spain. This is one of Brave Generation Academy's learning hubs in Spain.	Location Rotonda puente de la Beata Inés s/n (Ronda Norte), 46800 Xàtiva, Valencia
Stages	Stages —	Stages Early Childhood Education (Infant Education) – 1st cycle; Early Childhood Education – 2nd cycle; Primary Education; Secondary Education; Bachillerato (Sixth Form)
School type	School type —	School type British international school offering the British Curriculum.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support ACADEMY program provides student support in Primary.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation —	Country affiliation Spain
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details Bus routes BSX 01–BSX 06 for the 2025–2026 academic year. Morning pickups around 08:15–09:25 and afternoon returns around 16:50–17:50, with multiple stops across towns including Carlet, Ontinyent, Alcoy, Xàtiva, Alzira, Montaverner, and others.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / Admissions fee - Admissions Fee: EUR 1,650, charged prior to enrolment. Tuition fees (by curriculum) — monthly and annual - British International Curriculum: EUR 704 per month; EUR 8,448 per year (704€ × 12). The school publishes the British-model tuition as 12 monthly payments of 704€. Annual tuition for Grades 7–12 is shown as EUR 8,448. - American Core Curriculum: EUR 995 per month; EUR 11,940 per year (995€ × 12). AP courses incur an additional charge of EUR 650 per AP course. - Own Curriculum (Hub Attendance Fee): EUR 475 per month; EUR 5,700 per year (475€ × 12). This option is listed as 12 monthly payments and is shown as including Hub access and Learning Coach support; this option does not carry the Admissions Fee. Tuition fees by year group - The published information shows a single annual tuition figure for secondary year groups (Grades 7–12) under the British model: EUR 8,448 per year. No differentiated tuition scale by individual grade within 7–12 is published. Annual totals for other curricula correspond to their monthly rates multiplied by 12. Billing schedule and payment terms - Standard billing frequency: 12 monthly payments (monthly billing). EUR amounts above are based on 12 equal monthly instalments. - The Admissions Fee is payable prior to enrolment. - Registration Renewal Fee: EUR 500, payable annually after the Learner's first 12 months and in subsequent years. - Discounts: a 3% discount is available for paying 12 months upfront; sibling discounts are published as 5% and 7.5% off the total monthly fee (published guidance identifies the 2nd child at 5% and the 3rd child at 7.5%). Boarding fees - No boarding programme or boarding fees are published. The school operates a hybrid model with local Hubs rather than a boarding residence. Other costs and additional fees - AP course surcharge (American curriculum): EUR 650 per AP course. - Registration Renewal Fee (annual, after 12 months): EUR 500. - One-time first-year total example: For the British model, the first year total (Admissions Fee + first-year tuition) is EUR 10,098 (Admissions Fee EUR 1,650 + annual tuition EUR 8,448). - No published line-item for uniforms, school lunches, transport, exam invigilation/courier charges, or textbook/materials is available on the published fee pages. Where additional costs (for example, examination-related charges) may apply, they are not itemised in the publicly posted fee summary. Refund information - The published fee materials do not include a specific refund policy or detailed refund terms for fees on the public fee pages. No explicit refund provisions are published in the fee summary. Fee payment options - Specific payment methods (for example, which card types, online gateways, or bank transfer details) are not published on the public fee summary. The admissions process indicates that contract and payment details are provided after the onboarding step, rather than listing payment channels on the public fees page. Brief summary of availability and limits of published fee information - Published and verifiable: Admissions Fee (EUR 1,650), monthly rates for each curriculum (British EUR 704, American EUR 995, Own Curriculum EUR 475), AP surcharge (EUR 650 per course), Registration Renewal Fee (EUR 500), sibling discounts (5% / 7.5%), and upfront-payment discount (3% for 12 months paid in advance). Annual totals can be derived by multiplying the monthly rate by 12 (for example, British annual tuition EUR 8,448). - Not published / not itemised: per-term amounts (the school uses a 12-month billing model and does not publish a termly schedule or term-by-term fees), specific fee breakdowns for items such as uniforms, transport, meals, exam invigilation/courier charges, a formal published refund policy, and the exact accepted payment channels. These items are not listed on the public fee pages and therefore are not available in the published fee summary.	Fee details Application / Annual reservation fees - A non‑refundable annual reservation fee is required for new enrolments and is payable at the time of enrolment. For subsequent years this annual fee is collected by direct debit in two instalments: first instalment €200 (charged when enrolment renewal is confirmed during the second term) and the remaining balance charged in July. Annual (one‑off) reservation fee amounts (non‑refundable) - Pre‑Nursery, Nursery, Reception & Primary (Years 1–6): €662. - Secondary / Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9): €762. - Secondary / Key Stage 4 (Years 10–11): €778. - Sixth Form (Years 12–13): €795. - New intake students for Year 12 / Year 13 (one‑off): €1,338. - Safety deposit (applicable only to students with non‑resident parents): €1,390. Tuition fees (monthly basis — charged from September to June) - Pre‑Nursery, Nursery and Reception: €563 per month. (Ten monthly payments, September–June). - Year 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5: €591 per month. (Ten monthly payments, September–June). - Year 6, 7, 8 and 9: €668 per month. (Ten monthly payments, September–June). - Year 10 and Year 11 (KS4): €701 per month. (Ten monthly payments, September–June). - Year 12 and Year 13 (Sixth Form): €762 per month. (Ten monthly payments, September–June). Equivalent annual tuition (calculated from the published monthly rate × 10 months) - Pre‑Nursery, Nursery, Reception: €5,630 per academic year (563€ × 10). - Years 1–5: €5,910 per academic year (591€ × 10). - Years 6–9: €6,680 per academic year (668€ × 10). - Years 10–11: €7,010 per academic year (701€ × 10). - Years 12–13: €7,620 per academic year (762€ × 10). Other compulsory monthly charges - Gourmet school dinner service (lunch + afternoon snack): €215 per month (compulsory). - School nurse: €6.10 per month (compulsory). Optional monthly charges - School bus: €201 per month for a round trip. One‑way users pay €115.50 per month. Device / technology charges (Years 7–13) - iPad provision (mandatory for Years 7–13) is charged as two monthly components: - Fixed monthly fee (device lease, case and insurance): €21 per month (maintained for 3 years, plus a final purchase fee). - Variable monthly fee (MDM licences, apps, firewall, etc.): €24.50 per month (may be adjusted annually). Other costs and additional fees - Textbooks: charged separately; families receive a breakdown before payment. - Uniform: compulsory and available for purchase year‑round from the school uniform shop (contact telephone: 650 080 644; e‑mail: uniformidad@colegiosbritanicos.com). - Official examination fees: charged from Year 6 onward; families receive a breakdown in advance. - Digital licences and classroom materials (examples listed by stage) may be charged in addition to the fees above. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition and other monthly charges are published on a monthly basis for the period September to June. - The annual reservation fee for new students is payable at enrolment and is non‑refundable. For returning students the annual fee is collected by direct debit in two instalments: €200 charged when enrolment renewal is confirmed (second term) and the balance charged in July. Refund information - The annual reservation fee is explicitly non‑refundable in the event of a student's withdrawal. No other general refund terms for tuition or ancillary charges are published on the school's fee schedule. Boarding - No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed in the school's published information for British School Xàtiva; the school's services list describes day‑school services (dining, extracurricular activities, nursing, etc.). Fee payment options - The published fee schedule states that annual fee instalments are collected by direct debit. No specific public listing of other payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, PayPal) appears on the fee schedule page. Notes for budgeting and common items charged separately - Plan for the non‑refundable reservation/annual fee plus ten monthly tuition payments (September–June) and compulsory lunch and nurse charges. Allow for additional one‑off items such as textbooks, official exam fees (from Year 6), uniform purchases and any device final purchase fees or exam registration charges.
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement Uniform is compulsory and cannot be replaced by other clothing. Uniforms must be named with the pupil's name; the skirt length is knee‑length and shirts must be tucked in. Backpacks are available in the uniform shop, and Sixth Form students may use their own school bags; footwear must be purchased from the school shop or be completely white trainers.
Food options	Food options —	Food options Dining is prepared in-house by professional nutritionists and daily in our own kitchens, offering balanced meals with fresh, local ingredients. Menus are personalized for coeliacs, allergies, Halal, vegans and vegetarians. For 2025–26, there is You Choose Day with weekly international menus, a Bakery Corner, and an emphasis on local suppliers and the Mediterranean diet.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The Valencia hub is part of Brave Generation Academy, a global hub network. Brave Generation Academy was founded by Tim and Lidia Vieira.	Governance and ownership British School Xàtiva is part of the British School Alzira Xàtiva & Gandia Group, led by the Corbí-Ramón family. The Director of the Group is Franc Corbí Ramón, who has headed the three British Schools for more than 25 years.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school offers a British International Curriculum or a US curriculum. The British pathway is Edexcel (Pearson) accredited. All programmes are fully accredited with qualifications recognised nationally and internationally. The learning model is flexible and hybrid with 24/7 access to learning, and co-learning spaces foster collaboration and peer-to-peer learning. Accreditations enable learners to apply to top universities worldwide and pursue higher education wherever it suits them.	Curriculum details British Curriculum used at British School Xàtiva since 2009. Educational stages: Early Years (0–5 years), Primary (5–11 years), Secondary (11–16 years), Sixth Form (16–18 years).
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Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Learners can pursue higher education at top universities worldwide due to international accreditation. Qualifications are recognised nationally and internationally, helping admissions to universities globally. The pathways and accreditations support continued study across different higher education institutions.	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 The Community pillar fosters empathy, global citizenship, and a sense of belonging within an inclusive, globally connected learning community.	Social & emotional learning The school provides personalized and individualized education with continuous supervision and curricular adaptation to the needs of each pupil, along with a holistic program that combines curricular and extracurricular learning to support emotional and social development. It emphasizes values education and maintains ongoing communication with parents about the education of their children.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Special Needs Admissions Process: families provide medical documentation outlining the Learner's specific requirements, and all applicants with special needs must complete a mandatory trial period at a Hub to evaluate whether BGA's resources can meet the Learner's needs.	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language Non-native English speakers must complete an English proficiency test. Minimum requirements: B1 or higher for Lower Secondary (grades 7–8); B2 or higher for IGCSE (grades 9–10); C1 or higher for A Levels and UP programmes (from grade 11 onward).	English as an additional language English is the main language of instruction, with complete language immersion from Pre-Nursery to Year 13; Spanish and other languages are gradually introduced to ensure balanced linguistic development appropriate to each age group.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Learners are supported by dedicated Learning Coaches who provide personalised mentoring to support their wellbeing. The Hub environment is English-speaking, offering a bilingual setting that supports learners' well-being.	Mental wellbeing The school provides personalized attention that enhances emotional and social development, and its campus environment is described as stimulating and safe.
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Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The BGA Valencia Hub is situated five minutes from the city centre and near the Turia Garden. Co-learning spaces are designed to foster collaboration and peer-to-peer learning.	Facilities overview The school site covers 20,000 m^2 and has four buildings for administration, Early Years, Primary and Dining Areas. The BSX campus has the latest digital technology in classrooms and offices. There is a Sixth Form Building on site. Differentiated recreational areas exist for Early Years and Primary, and Early Years classrooms have their own fenced, independent playgrounds connected to their classrooms.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities Two swimming pools (a 25 m pool and a small infants pool). A tennis court, two sports courts, and a climbing wall. A Sixth Form Building and a Sports and Conferences Hall are on site. There are two playgrounds and a paddle tennis court, with differentiated recreational areas for Early Years and Primary.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities —	Academic facilities Digital technology is installed throughout the classrooms and offices. A Sixth Form Building supports post-16 education. Early Years classrooms have their own connected, fenced playgrounds associated with their learning spaces.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Brave Generation Academy Valencia Hub is part of Brave Generation Academy's international network of hubs delivering hybrid education with 24/7 access. Learners choose between the British International or US curricula and are taught through programmes accredited by Pearson Edexcel, opening doors to universities worldwide. The Valencia Hub is located five minutes from the city centre and near the Turia Garden. The network includes Marbella as another Spain Hub. Accreditations ensure that qualifications are recognised nationally and internationally.	History The British School Xàtiva is a large educational complex near Xàtiva. It grew from more than 25 years of educational experience at the British School in Alzira, which currently has almost 800 students from 60 nationalities. BSX began in 2009 with infant and primary students and has progressed toward becoming one of the best schools in Spain; the school holds CSR certification and EFQM certification.
Community	Community The Valencia Hub is five minutes from the city centre and near the Turia Garden, placing learners in a convenient urban setting. The Spain team includes Kyra Nowakowski as Valencia Regional Associate and Tiago Machado as Partner: Spain & Marbella Director. All programmes are fully accredited, ensuring that learners receive qualifications recognised both nationally and internationally. The learning model is a flexible hybrid with 24/7 access and co-learning spaces designed to foster collaboration.	Community Full language immersion from Pre-nursery to Year 13 is provided. Education is personalized with continuous supervision and curricular adaptation, and the program includes arts, sports, languages, and technology. The school maintains continuous contact with parents regarding their children's education. Feedback from families describes a first‑class service in teaching English and other languages and notes a strong sense of family spirit.
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual The British Curriculum has been used at BSX since 2009. The teaching style is individualized with the student at the centre of learning. The goal is that students give the best of their abilities.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing Extracurricular activities are taught by highly qualified staff and allow students to develop their sports or artistic skills during school hours.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision English is the language of instruction, with full language immersion from Pre-nursery through Year 13. In Primary, Spanish and Valencian are taught. The Primary curriculum also includes Knowledge of the Environment / Social Sciences.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching Full language immersion from Pre-nursery to Year 13 (0 to 18 years old). English is taught from day one. Personal and individualized education, with continuous supervision and curricular adaptation to the needs of each student.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs Portuguese language immersion is offered; the Portuguese+ Curriculum is delivered entirely in Portuguese.	Immersion programs Full language immersion from Pre-nursery to Year 13; English from day one; an individualized teaching style with the student at the center of learning; highly qualified teaching staff and facilities designed to enhance the educational experience.
Reputation	Reputation
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Fill in the Form. Submit your details to receive more information about BGA Valencia and a link to join the live webinar. This initiates the admissions process and connects you with the admissions team. 2. Join Our Live Webinar. Get your questions answered about BGA. During the webinar you can learn about BGA's offerings. 3. Complete the Application and Payment. Follow the simple enrolment steps. Admission is complete and you are part of the BGA family.	Admissions 1. Parents must make an appointment through the Centres' Secretary for the admissions process to the centres. The appointment includes a tour of the School, and the general and particular aspects of the centre will be discussed. Enrollment forms are provided during the visit. The necessary personal documentation is detailed depending on the age and academic level of the student. 2. If, due to the age of the student, a level test in English and Mathematics is necessary, the date and time of the test will be specified during this visit. Appointments can be booked by calling 902 123 883 or via the 'Book an appointment' link. The admissions process is coordinated by the Centres' Secretary.
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