Brave Generation Academy - Valencia vs Shackleton International School

	B Brave Generation Academy - Valencia Valencia, Spain	S Shackleton International School Valencia, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €5,700 - 11,940	Fees / year €9,180 - 9,990
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), British Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 0	Pupils 240
Typical class size	Typical class size 0	Typical class size 20
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Portuguese	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened 2021
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 Benieu 9, Burjassot, Valencia. The school is situated in Burjassot, Valencia. Bus routes are planned each school year, stops are established for safety and service needs, and pick-up/drop-off schedules are provided at registration. An Early Birds service runs from 8:00 to 8:45 a.m.
Stages	Stages —	Stages EYFS (3-5), Primary (5-11), Secondary (11-16), International Baccalaureate (16-18)
School type	School type —	School type The school is a British school offering instruction based on the National Curriculum of England and Wales
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support In-house school psychologists provide counselling, education, and mentoring; psychopedagogical services are available to support students' academic, social, emotional, and behavioural needs
Country affiliation	Country affiliation —	Country affiliation United Kingdom
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 are planned each year with stops established for safety; pick-up and drop-off schedules are provided at registration; families can monitor route location via a WhatsApp Community; punctuality is expected and if a student is not collected, they will be brought back to school
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 Registration & Reservation Fees - Registration fee (one-off, non-refundable): EUR 1,015. - For new Year 12 entrants (single registration): EUR 500 (one-off). - Annual reservation / re-enrolment fee (paid in February to secure the place): EUR 165. - Sibling discounts (apply only if all siblings are enrolled): 2nd sibling 10% discount; 3rd sibling 30% discount; 4th sibling free. Tuition Fees (annual / per term / monthly) - Nursery & Reception: Annual EUR 8,290; Per term (termly payment, divided by 3): EUR 2,763.33; Monthly (10-month instalment plan): EUR 829.00. - Year 1 to Year 6: Annual EUR 8,610; Per term: EUR 2,870.00; Monthly (10 months): EUR 861.00. - Year 7 to Year 8: Annual EUR 9,180; Per term: EUR 3,060.00; Monthly (10 months): EUR 918.00. - Year 9 to Year 11: Annual EUR 9,650; Per term: EUR 3,216.67; Monthly (10 months): EUR 965.00. - Year 12 (current intake noted): Annual EUR 9,990; Per term: EUR 3,330.00; Monthly (10 months): EUR 999.00. Included in Tuition - School insurance; psychopedagogical services; mandatory lunch service; daily consumables; Early Birds (from 8:00). Not Included / Additional Costs - Chromebook (school-selected), from Year 2: approximately EUR 500 (must be purchased through the school's online shop before the start of the school year). - Personal items (textbooks, apps, individual technological resources), uniforms, extracurricular clubs and field trips. - British external examination fees: Year 11 (IGCSE) approximately EUR 1,000/year; Year 12 and Year 13 (IB) approximately EUR 1,000/year; Year 6, 9 and 10 assessment tests approx EUR 50/year (exact amounts communicated before billing). - ELE (Spanish as a Foreign Language) classes for non-Spanish-speaking pupils from Year 3 onward when required: 1st year EUR 400 for the full academic year (payable at enrolment; non-refundable); 2nd year EUR 400 (payable at reservation). Transport (School Bus) - Academic year (10 months): Roundtrip EUR 183 per month; One-way EUR 109 per month. - Occasional / random months (single-month service): Roundtrip EUR 217; One-way EUR 145. One-time service (subject to availability): EUR 13. Payment Options & Billing Schedule - 10-instalment plan: available only via SEPA direct debit (charged on the 2nd day of each month from September to June). Monthly instalments are calculated by dividing the total annual tuition by 10 (equal payments). - Annual or termly payments: accepted by bank transfer and must be paid in advance before the start of the year or term. Termly payments are processed as three term payments per academic year. Discounts, Charges & Penalties - Early payment discount: 2% discount for annual payments made in full by 1 September. - Bank charge for declined bank transaction: EUR 30. - Consequence of unpaid fees: suspension of contracted services until outstanding balance is settled. Withdrawal & Refunds - Registration fee: non-refundable. - ELE first-year fee (EUR 400): non-refundable when charged at enrolment. - Withdrawal notice: a 30-day notice is required to withdraw a pupil so that the following monthly payment is not charged. - Absence policy: fees are not reduced or reimbursed for absence due to travel, illness, holidays, or any other reason. Boarding - Boarding provision: Day school only (no boarding facilities). Other Financial Conditions - Annual tuition increase: tuition will rise annually by CPI + 2% in line with Spanish labour regulations. If you require these figures displayed in a particular numeric format for your database (for example all amounts rounded to whole euros), they are presented above with standard currency formatting (EUR and amounts).
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Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement Uniforms exist. Uniforms are not included in tuition.
Food options	Food options —	Food options The school has its own kitchen. Colevisa provides balanced meals; the pre-set menu is designed by paediatric nutritionists and dietary needs are met, including Halal and No Pork, Vegetarian and Vegan options.
House system	House system —	House system The school has a House System with four Houses: Endurance, Nimrod, Quest, and Discovery. Throughout the year, House activities foster collaboration and cross-age friendships, and Houses accumulate House Points for positive behavior and achievements. The winning House is awarded a Cup at the end of each term, and each House elects a Captain.
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 —
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 follows the British Curriculum. It offers stages: EYFS (3–5), Primary (5–11), Secondary (11–16), and the International Baccalaureate (IB) for 16–18. It is an IB World School.
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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 Emotional intelligence is a focus of Shackleton International School's approach to education. The school emphasises social-emotional development and emotional education as part of its culture. Extracurricular clubs promote socialisation and contribute to emotional wellbeing and self-perception. The day-to-day environment supports collaboration and self-discovery as part of a holistic learning journey.
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) In-house school psychologists help students who are struggling academically, socially, emotionally, and behaviorally by providing counselling, education, and mentoring. They address mental health needs, promote crisis prevention and ongoing safety, and support diverse learners by fostering secure and positive school environments and strengthening family–school partnerships.
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 primary language of instruction, and French, German, and Spanish are also part of the curriculum.
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 In-house school psychologists provide counselling, education, and mentoring to support students academically, socially, emotionally, and behaviorally. They address mental health needs, promote crisis prevention and ongoing safety, and support diverse learners while fostering secure and positive school environments and strengthening family–school partnerships.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding Safeguarding is supported by in-house school psychologists who provide counselling, education, and mentoring to promote safe, secure school environments and strong family–school partnerships.
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 has a welcoming reception area connected to the administration and the library. Each class has a dedicated room and there are specialised spaces throughout the building, including labs, a multi-purpose room and a STEAM area. The IT room is a recently upgraded, purpose-built space that supports digital learning with high-performance computers and up-to-date software. The science facilities include laboratories that support hands-on experimentation. The campus also features a gym with a climbing wall, an auditorium, a courtyard, a rooftop for breaks and informal matches, plus a library, a kitchen and a dining hall.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities Facilities for sport include a modern gymnasium with a climbing wall. The rooftop space is used for breaks and also hosts soccer and basketball matches. These spaces support physical activity and informal sporting events across the school day.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities —	Academic facilities The school provides dedicated classrooms and specialised spaces across the curriculum, including labs, a STEAM area and a recently upgraded IT room to support digital learning. Lab facilities support science teaching and hands-on experiments. The library supports reading, research and collaborative work as part of daily learning.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities Summer School for children aged 3 to 15 provides themed weeks, hands-on workshops and field trips to local destinations such as parks, science centers and museums. Workshops cover arts and crafts, drama, cooking, sports, game design and artificial intelligence. Water games, daily mindfulness and supervised outdoor play are included, with nutritious lunches that accommodate dietary needs. Each week closes with a show featuring student artwork, music and performances.
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 SHACKLETON INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL emerges as a British school through the extensive experience of its founding team in education. For over 40 years, the founders have taught in early childhood education and language learning centres, developing an early linguistic immersion method. In 2012, they opened SUPERFRIENDS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, and Shackleton now welcomes students from Year 3 to Year 16, organized into Foundation Stage, Primary, and Secondary, with the International Baccalaureate offered from ages 16 to 18.
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 The Shackleton community is a close-knit family that fosters collaboration and inclusivity, celebrating diversity across the student body. Connection and collaboration are core values, and life at Shackleton includes extracurricular activities, house events, and charity initiatives that build community spirit. The House System is inspired by Ernest Shackleton's expeditions and supports teamwork and school identity.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual The school follows the British Curriculum with stages EYFS (3 to 5 years), Primary (5 to 11), Secondary (11 to 16), and International Baccalaureate (16 to 18). It emphasizes critical, creative, and collaborative thinking as part of its educational approach.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative Extracurricular activities include music, drama, and piano; dance (classical, urban, rhythmic).
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language Multilingualism is a pillar of the education model. German is taught as a second language every day, and an English immersion approach is supported by Total English Teaching.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies SIS Clubs offer lunchtime and after-school activities: physical activities such as basketball, football, karate, skating, acro, and dance; creativity activities like music and drama; and skills development including chess, robotics, cooking, and origami.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional Integral Leadership is a pillar of education. The House System is inspired by Ernest Shackleton's expeditions.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing Wellbeing is supported through a focus on nutrition, movement and rest, and balancing work with family life, including time with family.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision English is the vehicular language. German is taught daily. Spanish and Valencian are taught as part of the curriculum; Valencian is introduced in Year 3 for native Spanish speakers and is a co-official language of the region. French is introduced in Year 5. Spanish is compulsory under Spanish government regulations; language immersion is pursued through practical, contextualized projects.
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 Language immersion through practical and contextualized projects.
Reputation	Reputation
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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 Shackleton International School is a British school offering instruction based on the National Curriculum of England and Wales. For 2026/2027, courses run from Nursery to Year 12 (first IB year), with the IB cycle planned through Year 13. Applicants aged 5 and up must demonstrate the minimum knowledge. All applicants, including from other British schools or native speakers, undertake a written test and present the previous school's academic report on the same day. The management team decides suitability and whether any transition support is needed. Some applicants may be admitted on the condition of working with a personal tutor for several months. Admission steps: request an informational visit and complete the admissions form; complete the admission test; trial day for Primary; results and enrolment with safeguarding checks. Fees: Registration 1015€ (non-refundable). Sibling discounts: 2nd 10%; 3rd 30%; 4th Free; new Year 12 registration 500€. Annual Reservation / Re-enrolment 165€. Annual tuition: Nursery/Reception 8290€; Year 1–6 8610€; Year 7–8 9180€; Year 9–11 9650€; Year 12 9990€. Included: School Insurance, Psychopedagogical Services, Lunch (mandatory), Daily consumables, Early Birds. Not included: Chromebook (from Year 2) ~500€; textbooks, apps, uniforms, clubs and trips; external exams; ELE. Bus: 10-month year, Roundtrip 183€/month; One way 109€/month. Payment: 10-instalment SEPA or annual/termly. Payment conditions include siblings discounts, early payment (2% if paid by Sept 1), a 30-day withdrawal, absence policy, a €30 bank fee, and CPI + 2% annual tuition increases; full details are in the Internal Regulation document.
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