Brave Generation Academy - Valencia vs Colegio Internacional Ausiàs March

	B Brave Generation Academy - Valencia Valencia, Spain	C Colegio Internacional Ausiàs March Valencia, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €5,700 - 11,940	Fees / year €4,390 - 10,120
Age range	Age range 11 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 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 IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 0	Pupils 1,014
Typical class size	Typical class size 0	Typical class size 20
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Portuguese	Instruction language Spanish, English
Opened	Opened —	Opened 1972
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 Urbanización Residencial Tancat de L'Alter, 46220 Picassent – Valencia. The school is located in Picassent, a municipality in the Valencia region. It is accessible via local roads from Valencia city and surrounding areas. Contact: Tel. 96 123 05 66; ausias@ausiasmarch.com.
Stages	Stages —	Stages Infant Education (3–6 years), Primary (6–12 years), Secondary (12–16 years), Baccalaureate (16–18 years). International Baccalaureate (MYP and DP) programs.
School type	School type —	School type Private international school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix Over 20 nationalities represented.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support Guidance, psychopedagogy and nursing are provided.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation —	Country affiliation No formal country affiliation.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation No religious affiliation.
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details Bus routes and transportation are available.
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 Tuition fees (monthly and annual totals, by year group) - Infant School: EUR 439 per month; academic-year total (September–June, 10 months) EUR 4,390. - Primary School: EUR 524 per month; academic-year total (10 months) EUR 5,240. - 1st–2nd ESO (MYP): EUR 574 per month; academic-year total (10 months) EUR 5,740. - 3rd–4th ESO (MYP): EUR 607 per month; academic-year total (10 months) EUR 6,070. - 1st Bachillerato: EUR 707 per month; academic-year total (10 months) EUR 7,070. - 1st Diploma Programme (IB): EUR 877 per month; academic-year total (10 months) EUR 8,770. - 2nd Bachillerato: EUR 841 per month; billed over nine months (September–May); academic-year total EUR 7,569. - 2nd Diploma Programme (IB): EUR 1,012 per month; billed over nine months (September–May); academic-year total EUR 9,108. Billing schedule and payment terms - Standard tuition is quoted as a monthly fee billed from September to June (10 monthly instalments). The only exceptions explicitly billed over nine months (September–May) are 2nd Bachillerato and 2nd Diploma Programme. - Studies-insurance charges are collected on a biannual schedule: Infant and Primary continuity insurance EUR 300 per year payable as two instalments of EUR 150 in November and EUR 150 in February; ESO/MYP and Baccalaureate/DP continuity insurance EUR 138 per year payable as two instalments of EUR 69 in November and EUR 69 in February. - In the event of a pupil leaving before the end of the school year, the full term's school fees for the current term must be paid. A re‑enrolment / reservation amount is treated as an advance payment that is returned in November to families who continue at the school. Lunch, transport, and regular ancillary charges (monthly and annual totals where applicable) - Lunch (school canteen): EUR 159 per month; typical academic-year total (10 months) EUR 1,590. - Transport (monthly rates; examples and annual totals assuming 10 months): - Valencia Bus Route (round trip): EUR 172 per month; annual total EUR 1,720. - Valencia one-way: EUR 113 per month; annual total EUR 1,130. - Valencia single ticket (occasional): EUR 6 per month. - Picassent Bus Route (round trip): EUR 82 per month; annual total EUR 820. - Picassent one-way: EUR 54 per month; annual total EUR 540. - Picassent single ticket (occasional): EUR 3 per month. - Digital fee for Primary / ESO–MYP: EUR 12 per month; typical academic-year total EUR 120. - Extended hours (morning 07:45–09:00 and afternoon 17:00–18:00): EUR 25 per family (frequency not further specified in the published fee sheet). Compulsory annual charges and one-off/annual items - Compulsory extracurricular services (annual): - Accident insurance: EUR 56 per year. - Medical service: EUR 56 per year. - Psychological service: EUR 56 per year. - Cultural activities: EUR 56 per year. - School material fee: EUR 88 per year. - Studies-continuity insurance: amounts and biannual payment schedule are listed above under billing schedule. Uniforms, textbooks and digital licences - Uniforms are compulsory (from Infant Education through 4th ESO). Uniforms and textbooks/digital licences are not included in the published fee amounts; uniform and book purchases are handled through the school families' intranet. Specific uniform prices are not listed in the published fee schedule. Application / enrolment fees and deposits - There is no separate registration/membership fee charged as a permanent fee. Instead, a monthly payment is required at enrolment as a deposit; that deposit is returned in the November invoice for families who continue at the school. The re‑enrolment/reservation amount functions as an advance payment to guarantee the place for the following academic year. Refund information and cancellation terms - The re‑enrolment/reservation advance payment is returned in November to families who continue at the school. If a pupil leaves before the end of the school year, the family remains liable for the full term's school fees for the term in which the pupil departs. Boarding (if applicable) - Boarding is not applicable: the published materials and admissions information describe day-school provision and list day services (timetabled school hours, canteen, bus routes, extended hours) but do not list any boarding/residence provision or boarding fees. Fee payment options and how payments are administered - The published fee materials and admissions/FAQ pages indicate that families use the school's families' intranet to manage purchases (uniforms, books) and services; specific payment-method details (for example: SEPA direct debit, bank transfer, credit card acceptance) are not specified on the published fee sheet or FAQs. Payment arrangements and accepted methods are handled administratively through the school's admissions/families systems.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement Uniform includes a pleated skirt, pants, Bermuda shorts, short- and long-sleeve polo shirts in green/yellow, a sweater, a complete tracksuit, tracksuit pants, tracksuit Bermuda, a T-shirt, a plush sweatshirt, a green fleece, a bib, and related items.
Food options	Food options —	Food options The school canteen offers a balanced menu and accommodates students with special dietary needs or allergies by providing individualized menus.
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 Independent, non-subsidized private school; part of Affinitas Education.
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 The school has an International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum, including the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the IB Diploma Programme (DP). It is an IB-authorized school. The education emphasizes multilingual proficiency and global awareness. It uses a student-centered, project-based approach that extends beyond the traditional curriculum. It emphasizes values-based education and holistic development, including emotional and social learning. It operates its own NGO (ASAM) and Model United Nations (AMUN).
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results EVAU 2024 results show a 100% pass rate. 62% of students scored above 10 out of 14, and 25% scored above 12 out of 14. Graduates are recognized for their academic excellence at top universities in the country and have the opportunity to attend prestigious institutions abroad, including in Canada, the United States, and Europe.
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 Graduates are prepared to enter top Spanish universities and may continue their studies at prestigious institutions abroad in Canada, the United States, and Europe.
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 Counseling and Psychopedagogy Department is dedicated to the emotional well-being of every student. In the Infant stage, specialists focus on preventive support, diagnosing learning difficulties, and promoting language development, in collaboration with families and tutors. In Primary, Study Skills programs are implemented, social interactions are monitored, and learning obstacles are identified early. Comprehensive assessments support tailoring interventions such as educational reinforcement, speech therapy, and curriculum adaptations. For ESO and Bachillerato students, ongoing academic and emotional support and vocational guidance are provided through testing and personalized counseling, with a quarterly Parent Information Program and Orienta Program as part of the guidance services.
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) The Counseling and Psychopedagogy Department identifies learning difficulties through assessments and collaborates with families for psycho-pedagogical growth. In Infant stage, specialists diagnose learning difficulties and promote language development, with family involvement to support psycho-pedagogical growth. In Primary, comprehensive assessments lead to tailored interventions such as educational reinforcement, speech therapy, and curriculum adaptations. For ESO and Bachillerato students, ongoing academic and emotional support is provided as part of the school's guidance services.
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 —
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 Mental wellbeing is a core focus of the Culture of Care. The school believes students should feel safe, respected and connected, which supports engagement and resilience. The Culture of Care is designed to create a safe, supportive environment where students can raise concerns and receive help. A safeguarding-oriented, wellbeing-informed approach underpins daily practice, with staff trained to support emotional health. The Personal, Social, Health and Wellbeing dimensions are embedded in the curriculum alongside safeguarding and pastoral care.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding The Culture of Care commits to a safeguarding ethos: students are valued, heard and supported; staff are supported to thrive; families are welcomed as trusted partners; safeguarding policies are translated into daily actions; ongoing training is provided, and clear behaviour standards are consistently applied. The school centers safeguarding around three core values: Trust, Responsibility, and Equality & Diversity. Key safeguarding policies include Safeguarding & Child Protection, Anti-Bullying & Positive Behaviour, Staff Code of Conduct, Whistleblowing, Health & Safety, First Aid, and Digital Safety & Acceptable Use. Safer recruitment is practiced, with identity, qualifications and references checks, background screening, and continuous staff training. The safeguarding curriculum is delivered as part of a broader Personal, Social, Health and Wellbeing program, including Relationship & Sex Education, Protective Behaviours, and Digital Safety & Citizenship.
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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 —
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities —	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities Extracurricular activities are designed to be a choice, not an obligation, and promote physical fitness and emotional well-being. A wide range of educational, cultural, and sporting activities are held during school hours, helping students socialize and discover talents. Sports include Rhythmic Gymnastics School, Basketball School, Judo School, Track and Field School, Rollerblading School, Football School, and Prede-Sport. Arts include Guitar and Painting School. Languages include Lead into Cambridge Courses, French, German, and Mandarin Chinese. Other activities include Cooking Workshop, Chess School, and Robotics.
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 Founded in 1972, Ausiàs March International School has been established for over 50 years and has developed a distinctive educational project, becoming a key reference in the Valencian Community's education landscape. It is part of IB World Schools, providing a global perspective and helping students view the world as an interconnected community. The school serves students from the second cycle of Infant Education to the second cycle of Bachillerato, nurturing well-rounded, globally minded individuals. In 2023, it celebrated its 50th anniversary, marking five decades of dedication to education and continuous growth.
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 Ausiàs March International School is a private international school located in Picassent, Valencia. Since 1972, it has pursued a progressive and inclusive ethos, free from political, religious, or cultural affiliations, built on empathy and mutual respect. It emphasizes multicultural programs and multilingual proficiency alongside the International Baccalaureate curriculum. The community includes students from more than 20 nationalities, and the school runs its own NGO (ASAM) and a Model United Nations program (AMUN).
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association AMPA is the Association of Mothers and Fathers of Students at Ausiàs March International School. It represents the interests of families and collaborates with the school to enhance education and the well-being of students. To contact AMPA, email ampaausias@yahoo.es or join their Facebook group by submitting a request on Facebook and emailing your child's name and year group. Follow AMPA on Instagram to stay up to date with activities and news.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual The school offers a wide range of extracurricular activities—educational, cultural, and sporting—held during school hours. These activities are designed to be a choice, not an obligation, enabling students to decide how they want to spend their free time. They help students socialize, meet new classmates, and discover talents and skills that may not be fully addressed in the standard curriculum.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative Arts activities include Guitar and Painting School as part of the extracurricular program. These clubs provide opportunities to develop creativity and artistic expression within the school day. They complement the academic program by offering hands-on creative outlets and skill development.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language Languages offerings include Lead into Cambridge Courses, French, German, and Mandarin Chinese. These language opportunities support multilingual development and exposure to international assessment pathways. They align with the school's international profile by providing varied language experiences for different age groups.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies Social and hobby opportunities include Cooking Workshop, Chess School, and Robotics. These activities foster teamwork, strategic thinking, and practical problem-solving while helping students build social connections.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing Learning with fun: Extracurricular activities promote physical fitness and emotional well-being. The activities are designed to be pursued during school hours, helping students stay active and engaged and supporting a balanced approach to personal development.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision English is developed from Preschool through language immersion. Primary provides multilingual development as part of an international curriculum. Secondary emphasizes multilingualism with English mastery and a foundation in French or German. Mandarin Chinese is available as an extracurricular language.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs Portuguese language immersion is offered; the Portuguese+ Curriculum is delivered entirely in Portuguese.	Immersion programs Full English language immersion is provided in Preschool to build proficiency from an early age. In Secondary, multilingualism focuses on mastering English and gaining a solid foundation in French or German. Extracurricular languages include French, German, and Mandarin Chinese. Primary offers an international curriculum with a focus on multilingual development.
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Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
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 Admission process follows four steps: Contact Us; Visit; Enrolment Formalization; and Experience the School from Day One. Contact Us: The Admissions Officer guides families through every step of the admissions process. Visit: Schedule a visit to tour the school; the Admissions Officer answers questions. Enrolment Formalization: Enrollment documents are reviewed with the Admissions Officer who assists in securing a place. Experience the School from Day One: The Guidance Department supports families during the transition and throughout the school year. The school provides personalized support to meet each family's needs and emphasizes emotional and social well-being alongside academic development.
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