British Royal School vs Colegio Peleteiro

	B British Royal School A Coruna, Spain	C Colegio Peleteiro A Coruna, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €4,190 - 6,190	Fees / year €4,800 - 7,260
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 2½ - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Cambridge IGCSE, IB (DP)	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 1,517	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 18	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English, Spanish
Opened	Opened 1998	Opened 1951
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Rua de Laxe nº122, 15174 Rutis (A Coruña), Spain. The campus is located in Rutis, a parish in the A Coruña area. The school serves the A Coruña province from this Rutis location. It operates as a British-curriculum, private school.	Location The school is located at Lugar Monte Redondo, s/n, 15702 Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, Spain. The campus is in the city of Santiago de Compostela, in the Galicia region.
Stages	Stages Early Years (Nursery and Reception), Primary, Secondary; International Baccalaureate planned to be introduced for the final two years from 2028-2029.	Stages Early Childhood Education, Primary Education, Secondary Education, and Baccalaureate.
School type	School type Private, non-religious (laico) school following a British curriculum.	School type —
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Individualized and personalised attention in small classes with two teachers per group.	Additional learning support Guidance and support services are offered to students.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation United Kingdom	Country affiliation Spain
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation Laico (non-religious)	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure School day 08:45/09:00–15:30, with a morning 'madrugadores' program from 07:30–09:00; lunch 12:30–14:30; after-school activities 15:30–16:30; dinner service 12:30–14:30.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details School bus service with professional drivers and monitors; Bus Tracker App.	Bus service details The school offers a school transport service.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application & registration fees - Registration fee (one-off, non-refundable): EUR 290. - Reservation / Annual enrolment payment (annual, non-refundable): EUR 290 per child. This annual payment is non-refundable and includes school medical insurance, nurse services, textbooks, school materials and the support services provided by the assistants and the ALN department. Tuition fees by year group (monthly; billed September–June, 10 months) - Early Years (EYFS: Nursery FS1 & Reception FS2): EUR 390 per month. Annual (10 months): EUR 3,900. Per term (see note on term calculation below): Term 1 (4 months): EUR 1,560; Term 2 (3 months): EUR 1,170; Term 3 (3 months): EUR 1,170. - Primary — KS1 (Year 1, Year 2, Year 3 as listed): EUR 390 per month. Annual (10 months): EUR 3,900. Per term (assumed distribution): Term 1: EUR 1,560; Term 2: EUR 1,170; Term 3: EUR 1,170. - Primary — KS2 (Year 4, Year 5, Year 6): EUR 430 per month. Annual (10 months): EUR 4,300. Per term (assumed distribution): Term 1: EUR 1,720; Term 2: EUR 1,290; Term 3: EUR 1,290. - Secondary — KS3 (Year 7, Year 8, Year 9): EUR 490 per month. Annual (10 months): EUR 4,900. Per term (assumed distribution): Term 1: EUR 1,960; Term 2: EUR 1,470; Term 3: EUR 1,470. - Secondary — KS4 (Year 10, Year 11): EUR 590 per month. Annual (10 months): EUR 5,900. Per term (assumed distribution): Term 1: EUR 2,360; Term 2: EUR 1,770; Term 3: EUR 1,770. Compulsory and optional additional monthly charges - School lunch (compulsory): EUR 140 per month. Annual (10 months): EUR 1,400. Per term (assumed distribution): Term 1: EUR 560; Term 2: EUR 420; Term 3: EUR 420. - School bus (transport): EUR 95 per month (annual EUR 950). Per term (assumed distribution): Term 1: EUR 380; Term 2: EUR 285; Term 3: EUR 285. - Breakfast club (aula matinal): EUR 35 per month (annual EUR 350). Per term (assumed distribution): Term 1: EUR 140; Term 2: EUR 105; Term 3: EUR 105. - Single-day breakfast club ticket: EUR 3 per single day. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is billed monthly and paid at the beginning of each month from September to June (10 monthly payments across the academic year). Fees are reviewed annually with effect from 1 September. Boarding fees - Boarding: Not applicable. No boarding provision or boarding charges are indicated in the published school fees and school life information. Uniform and related costs - Uniform supply: The school's official uniform is supplied by El Corte Inglés and is purchased directly from that supplier. Uniform items and specifications are listed; costs vary by item and are not shown as fixed amounts in the published fees. Families purchase required uniform pieces from the supplier. Refund information - Registration fee (EUR 290) is non-refundable. The annual reservation/enrolment payment (EUR 290) is non-refundable. The published fee document specifies these non-refundable conditions for registration and the annual enrolment payment. No separate tuition-refund schedule is detailed in the published fee document. Fee payment options and methods - The published fee schedule and related pages do not specify accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, direct debit, credit card). Payment method details are not listed in the fees document. Note on per-term figures and calculation method - The figures above are presented as: monthly amount (as published) → annual = monthly × 10 (September–June). Per-term figures shown above are calculated by applying a common three-term academic-year month distribution (Term 1 = 4 months; Term 2 = 3 months; Term 3 = 3 months) to the published monthly amounts. The school publishes monthly billing (September–June); the per-term breakdown is a calculated presentation for database use and follows the common three-term structure used by British-style schools.	Fee details Application / Registration fee - A single registration / enrolment payment of EUR 500 is charged at the time a new pupil's admission is confirmed. New pupils who already have siblings at the school pay a EUR 500 reservation fee instead, which is refunded approximately in November; all current pupils pay an annual reservation fee each year. Billing schedule and payment terms - The annual tuition is divided into ten monthly instalments charged from September through June. The single EUR 500 registration/reservation payment is additional to these monthly instalments and is due when admission is made effective. Tuition fees by year group (per month and per academic year) - Education Infant (3 years): EUR 537 / month — Annual total (10 payments): EUR 5,370. - Education Infant (4–5 years): EUR 605 / month — Annual total (10 payments): EUR 6,050. - Primary (1º–5º E.P.): EUR 676 / month — Annual total (10 payments): EUR 6,760. - 6º E.P., 1º–2º E.S.O.: EUR 694 / month — Annual total (10 payments): EUR 6,940. - 3º E.S.O.: EUR 698 / month — Annual total (10 payments): EUR 6,980. - 4º E.S.O.: EUR 710 / month — Annual total (10 payments): EUR 7,100. - 1º–2º Bachillerato: EUR 726 / month — Annual total (10 payments): EUR 7,260. Note: the school issues charges as ten monthly instalments; term-based fees are not published as a separate billing model. Annual totals above are the monthly amount multiplied by ten (September–June). Boarding and catering (Residencia y comedor) - Residence (full board): EUR 966 / month — Annual total (10 payments): EUR 9,660. - School lunch (full service): EUR 175 / month. - School lunch (one day only — Infantil): EUR 12.50 / day. - Tupper (packed-lunch service): EUR 60 / month. Transport - Short-route school bus: EUR 102 / month. - Long-route school bus: EUR 117–235 / month depending on route. - Special lines: charged separately (consult). Extra-curricular and Conservatory costs - French as third language (extra activity): EUR 52 / month. - Chinese as third language (extra activity): EUR 52 / month. - Federated sports fee (Basketball, Football, Chess — quoted as quota): EUR 38 / month. - Extra English lessons: EUR 34 / month. Conservatory (music) fees - Annual enrolment (except musical initiation): EUR 50 (one-off). - 30" instrument (non-official): EUR 92 / month. - Initiation musical (1º–2º EP: group class + 30" instrument): EUR 136 / month. - 1º–3º Grado Elemental (group class + 30" instrument): EUR 154 / month. - 4º Grado Elemental (group class + 50" instrument): EUR 212 / month. - 1º–2º Grado Profesional (group class + 50" instrument): EUR 228 / month. - 3º–6º Grado Profesional (group class + 50" instrument): EUR 256 / month. Sibling discounts and family concessions - Families with three siblings: 20% discount on the total teaching fees for the three children; one sibling free in the school lunch and one sibling free on transport. - Families with four siblings: free tuition, lunch and transport for the eldest; the second sibling receives free lunch and transport. Other costs (uniforms, materials, shop) - The school operates an on-site school shop where school materials and uniforms for the different stages are available; specific prices for uniforms and stationery are not published on the fee schedule. Refunds and cancellations - New pupils who pay a EUR 500 reservation fee because they have siblings at the school see that reservation returned (approximately) in November. - For summer campus/camp activities, non-school participants pay by credit card at registration; for pupils of the school an advance is required and the remainder is charged by bank receipt on the specified date. If a pupil withdraws after the campus has started, the full campus receipt is payable. Fee payment options and billing mechanics - The school issues the monthly instalments (receipts) for tuition and services; for summer campus activities non-school participants pay by credit card at registration, while school pupils follow the school billing (advance + bank receipt). The service conditions document indicates the use of credit card payments for campus registrations. Specific corporate bank-account or direct-debit details for routine tuition billing are handled through the school's administrative billing process and are issued on the school receipt/invoice.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements Boarding is provided through the Residencia Escolar for students in ESO and Bachillerato, operating during the entire academic year. The residence has two areas, male and female, with double and triple rooms featuring en-suite bathrooms and heating, and daily cleaning is carried out. A dining service is available with an on-site kitchen that prepares daily menus, guided by a nutritionist to ensure a balanced diet. On weekends, students may remain in the Residence or visit the city, with supervision and a tailored plan from the educators.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The uniform is compulsory and supplied by El Corte Inglés, with online purchasing available. Nursery and Reception wear a blue tracksuit with a green polo; Years 1–11 wear the formal uniform (girls wear a school skirt or gray trousers with a white polo and blue jumper; boys wear gray trousers with a blazer in older years) with a summer variant; a dedicated PE kit is used for physical education. All clothing must be clearly labeled, and the school prohibits mixing formal and sports uniforms; a Lost Property Box is used for unclaimed items.	Uniform requirement The uniform for Secondary includes beige long trousers or a beige skirt with the school emblem, a red polo shirt, a red jumper, red socks, and brown shoes. On days with Physical Education or swimming, the sports uniform and white sneakers are required; all garments must be labeled with the student's name, and outerwear should have a hanging label.
Food options	Food options The school emphasizes a healthy, balanced, and organic diet. A carefully prepared exclusive menu is used; everything is cooked in the oven, by steaming, or on the grill. The menu is sent to families quarterly, and a customized menu is prepared for children with intolerances or specific dietary needs.	Food options The dining hall has its own kitchen that prepares the daily menus, and a nutritionist ensures a balanced diet. The cafeteria is on site and open from 08:00 to 19:00 hours.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is a company based in A Coruña with 20 years of educational experience, operating in the city and managing 19 Os Pequerrechos early-years schools. It belongs to NABBS.	Governance and ownership The school is a private, non-subsidized institution with no religious or political affiliation. It is led by a director and a management team, and it adheres to the EFQM European Quality Management model, with renewals demonstrating sustained quality commitments.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The British Royal School follows the United Kingdom National Curriculum, with Spanish and Galician taught as part of a bilingual education. Teaching is conducted in English, and students also learn Spanish and Galician to meet Xunta de Galicia requirements. In Primary, core subjects are English, Mathematics and Science, with the Foundation Year; KS1 and KS2 include ten subjects: English, Mathematics, Science plus Art and Design, Computing, Design and Technology, Geography, History, Music, and Physical Education with PSHE integrated. Year 3 onwards, students may choose French, German, or Chinese and continue through to the IB Diploma Programme. Secondary education prepares for IGCSE in Years 10-11; from 2028-2029 the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme will be offered in the final two years. The school also offers international experiences, including the possibility to study in the United Kingdom during secondary education.	Curriculum details The school offers early childhood education (Educación Infantil), primary education (Educación Primaria), secondary education (Educación Secundaria), and Bachillerato. A space is specially designed for the development of the youngest students' cognitive and psychomotor abilities. It promotes creativity and stimulation, offering a learning approach that is different, unique, and tailored to each student. It prioritizes comprehensive and high-quality teaching so students develop their full potential, not only academically but also emotionally and socially. In Bachillerato, the educational methodology rests on academic excellence and the school's values, forming students committed to the world around them.
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Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression IB Diploma is recognized in Spain and in most countries worldwide, enabling access to public and private universities, both national and international. An international experiences program offers a study-abroad option in the United Kingdom during secondary, with ongoing study under the UK National Curriculum.	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 British Royal School provides personalized education for students aged 3 to 18, focusing on the holistic development of each pupil. The school teaches the British Curriculum with native, highly qualified teachers. It emphasizes developing self-confidence and valuing effort, guiding students to learn through exploration while respecting each learner's pace and learning style. Through the development of multiple intelligences, students build self-esteem, self-control, teamwork, empathy, problem‑solving, creativity, and care for the environment. These capabilities and skills are regarded as essential for a full and successful life.	Social & emotional learning The school provides continuous, personalized tutoring with the support of the Orientation Department. Tutoring is a pillar of the educational project and focuses on adapting to each student, building confidence, and helping them recognize their strengths. A network of personal relationships is fostered based on mutual respect within the school community, promoting cooperation and understanding inside and outside the classroom. Core values include Empathy, Respect, Responsibility, and Teamwork to support social and emotional development.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Students who have difficulties or are in the early stages of language learning receive extra help as needed. This additional support is provided within the school's English‑language teaching approach to assist language development and learning progress.	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language Teaching is conducted in English, and students also learn Spanish and Galician. The curriculum follows the United Kingdom plan, with Spanish, Galician, and some humanities taught in Spanish or Galician, enabling a true bilingual education. In Primary, Year 3 students may choose between French, German, or Chinese. From secondary, students prepare for the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) and, from the 2028-2029 academic year, will study the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) in their final two years.	English as an additional language The school is bilingual in Spanish and Galician and teaches English, German, French, and Chinese.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing PSHE is taught to develop personal, social and emotional skills. The program emphasizes active learning and the important home–school relationship as part of the educational philosophy. Primary students receive reinforcement classes to become independent learners, and a system of diplomas, points and prizes supports motivation and achievement.	Mental wellbeing The school offers an integral wellbeing program that includes mindfulness, emotional management and character development integrated into the curriculum. A Digital Wellbeing Plan, launched in the 2024-2025 school year, addresses health, coexistence and personal development with collaboration from AMPAP and the USC psychology professor Antonio Rial Boubeta.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The British Royal School opened its doors in 2016, inaugurating Nursery and Reception Class classrooms with modern, spacious facilities. The facilities are adapted to the educational needs of our students for both the school day and recreational activities. There are separate zones for different activities, including classrooms, a play area, a dining room, and a nap room for three-year-olds. There is also a garden area, a greenhouse, a football pitch, an indoor gym, and outdoor play areas. A 300-square-meter library, a computer room, and a music area complete the learning environment.	Facilities overview Boarding facilities accommodate students in ESO and Bachillerato on a campus with modern facilities designed around sustainability and innovation. School Transport, Dining Hall, Infirmary, Cafeteria, School Store, and Library are on site. A School Continuity Insurance program supports students ongoing education.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The sports facilities include a football pitch and an indoor gym. Outdoor play areas support active physical education. The campus layout is designed to support physical education and active learning. The facilities enable year-round sport and recreation.	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Academic spaces include age-appropriate classrooms across the school. There is a 300-square-meter library and a computer room. A dedicated music area supports creative subjects. The campus also features a greenhouse for science and environmental learning.	Academic facilities Chromebook Project is part of the educational program. The school follows a defined methodological approach that fosters an active, curious and investigative attitude, with explanations illustrated by practical activities and teamwork. Intercambios international exchanges with England, Ireland, Germany and France expand learning beyond the classroom. Conservatorio Profesional is offered as part of the curricula, along with Extensión Educativa, Orientación y Apoyo, and a commitment to Academic Excellence.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities The school offers after-school activities from Monday to Friday. These activities are taught by BRS teachers or external specialists. For the 2023–2024 academic year, activities include Robotics, Art, Sports, Oratory, Music, Swimming, and Judo. Activities run from 15:30 to 16:30, with some sessions extending to 17:00–18:00.	Extra curricular facilities Extracurricular life includes Chess, Artes Plásticas (Plastic Arts), Actividades Físico-Deportivas (Physical-Sport Activities), Folclore Galego (Galician Folklore), Artes Escénicas (Performing Arts), Club de Prensa (Press Club), Papiroflexia (Origami), Taller de Idiomas (Language Workshop), STEM Workshop, Taller de Plástica (Plastic Arts Workshop), and Gaita (Bagpipes). Additional offerings include Athletics, Basketball, Fútbol 8, Fútbol 11, Judo, Natación, Patinaje, Fotografía, Centro de Estudios Musicales, Danza Moderna, Expresión Oral – Teatro, Deportes, Gimnasia, Rítmica, Chino, Francés, and more.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History British Royal School is a private secular school for students aged 3 to 18. It has about 20 years of experience and operates from a Madrid center offering English-language instruction, providing individualized attention to each student and fostering creativity and the development of multiple intelligences. It is the first school in the province of A Coruña to join the NABBS list and has passed annual inspections by the Department of British Schools Abroad. The school teaches the British curriculum with native, highly qualified teachers, and it operates within a network of 19 Os Pequerrechos nurseries across A Coruña.	History The Colegio Manuel Peleteiro began in the late 1940s thanks to the support of families in Santiago and originated as the Minerva Academy. It was recognized as a school by the Ministry of National Education in 1951. In 1957 the Colegio moved to the República Argentina street building to accommodate growth, and in 1967 the institution adopted the name Colegio Manuel Peleteiro. The 1980s brought a bilingual program for the younger students in 1983, the Montouto sports pavilion in 1989, and the Dolores Ramos Center for early education in 1993. In 2009 the Colegio opened a new Monte Redondo educational complex and today it continues to develop with modern facilities.
Community	Community The main calendar for the 2025-2026 academic year is published, and the school's uniform fosters a sense of belonging with El Corte Inglés as the supplier. The school offers safe student transport with a dedicated bus service and a Bus Tracker App, and after-school activities run from 15:30 to 16:30 and from 17:00 to 18:00, with a lunchtime service from 12:30 to 14:30. Extracurricular activities include robotics, art, sports, oratory, music, swimming, and judo.	Community The school community includes students who identify with the values promoted by the College; a faculty of highly qualified teachers who are committed to the College and involved with their students; and families who are engaged and aligned with the school's educational approach. The leadership team includes Director Luis Ildefonso Peleteiro Ramos; Deputy Director Diego Peleteiro; Pedagogical Coordinator for ESO and Bachillerato Marica López Calderón; Primary Education Coordinator María Isabel Pinaque Martínez; Secondary and Bachillerato Organizational Coordinator María Picallo Andújar; Infant Education Coordinator Teresa Hernández Armentia. This structure supports ongoing collaboration among students, teachers, and families.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association The Association of Mothers and Fathers of Colegio Manuel Peleteiro and of the Dolores Ramos Early Education Center is a non-profit organization whose primary work is to establish cooperative links with the school leadership, teachers, and the educational community, representing all families to enrich their children's educational experience and support their personal and emotional development. We aim to do this openly, transparently, and inclusively, creating new channels for information and participation. We invite families to contribute their ideas, talent, and energy to build an even more enriching and welcoming school environment for our children.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Robotics is offered as an after-school activity. The program is delivered by BRS teachers or external specialists. After-school activities run from Monday to Friday.	Academic & intellectual Early Childhood Education provides a space specially designed for the development of the cognitive and psychomotor abilities of the youngest children. Primary Education fosters creativity and stimulation, offering a learning approach that is different, unique, and tailored to each student. Secondary Education prioritizes comprehensive, high-quality teaching to help students develop their full potential, emotionally and socially as well as academically. Baccalaureate bases its educational methodology on academic excellence and the school's values, forming students committed to the world around them.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Art and Music are offered as after-school activities. They are taught by BRS teachers or external specialists. The activities are held from Monday to Friday.	Arts & creative The school has a Professional Conservatory for music. The Summer Camp program includes a Musical Theatre Campus. There is also an Audiovisual Campus offered during the summer.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language Exchanges are offered as part of the school's educational offerings. An English Summer Camp is available. Intercambios (Exchanges) foster intercultural learning.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies Summer Camps include an Audiovisual Camp, an English Summer Camp, a Basketball Camp, a Multi-sport Camp, and a Musical Theatre Camp. These programs provide leisure and personal development opportunities during the summer. They promote social interaction through group activities.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service Boarding School accommodates students from Secondary Education and Bachillerato during the school year, with modern facilities on a sustainable and innovative campus. School Transport is available. Dining options include a Cafeteria and a Dining Hall, and there is an on-site Nurse. A Library and a School Continuity Insurance are provided.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Oratory is offered as an after-school activity. It is taught by BRS teachers or external specialists. The after-school activities run from Monday to Friday.	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Sports, Swimming and Judo are offered as after-school activities. They are taught by BRS teachers or external specialists. Activities take place from 15:30 to 16:30, and again from 17:00 to 18:00.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school offers boarding for secondary and bachillerato students on a sustainable, innovative campus. School Transport helps families with daily commuting. On-site services include a dining hall, a cafeteria, an infirmary, and a library to support student well-being. A continuity insurance policy helps ensure ongoing schooling.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English is the language of instruction, with Spanish and Galician taught as subjects in both Primary and Secondary. Spanish (Lengua Castellana) and Galician (Lingua Gallega) follow Xunta de Galicia requirements, ensuring bilingual education. In Primary, Year 3 students can choose between French, German, or Chinese. The curriculum follows the United Kingdom plan with additional language study in Spanish/Galician, delivering bilingual education across the school.	Language provision Languages taught include English, Castellano (Castilian Spanish), Gallego (Galician), French, and Chinese. English is integrated across the curriculum in early education (50% of hours) and in Primary (about one third of hours). In Secondary, English teaches History in 1º ESO, Physics and Chemistry in 2º ESO, and Biology in 3º ESO, with a Cambridge certificate pathway and prep for IELTS/TOEFL/SAT. Chinese is offered from 1º de Educación Primaria to 2º de Bachillerato, with two 50-minute weekly sessions, and the school is a Confucius Institute examination center—the only one in Galicia.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching Teaching is conducted in English, and students also learn Spanish and Galician. The school follows the British Curriculum and employs native, highly qualified teachers. In Primary, English, Spanish, and Galician are core components, supporting bilingual education. In Secondary, students prepare for the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) in Years 10–11, and from 2028–2029 they study the International Baccalaureate in the final two years.	Bilingual teaching Education includes a trilingual English–Castellano (Castilian Spanish)–Gallego (Galician) program from early years. In Educación Infantil y Primaria, English is taught for about 50% of teaching hours; in the 2nd and 3rd cycles of Primaria, about one third of the day is taught in English. In Secundaria and Bachillerato, the English program aims for most students to graduate with an official Cambridge certificate, with English-based instruction in certain subjects and preparation for IELTS, TOEFL and SAT.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs Language immersion is a cornerstone of learning from an early age. The school runs international exchanges with English-, German-, and French-speaking partner schools, including an Ireland program in collaboration with School of Ireland, and exchanges in England, Germany, and France to practice languages and learn about different cultures.
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions British Royal School offers the British curriculum taught by native English-speaking teachers and complements it with Spanish curriculum subjects to obtain both British and Spanish qualifications. The Admissions Department is open year-round and welcomes visits; families are encouraged to visit the school and discuss the curriculum and observe the learning environment. A Day of Trial is offered so children can join a class of their age and experience a typical day at the school. The five-step admissions process is: 1. Consultation, 2) Visit to the school, 3) Day of Trial or online assessment/interview, 4) Offer of a place, 5) Enrollment. The majority of students join in September, and early admission is advised to guarantee a place.	Admissions 01 Online Interview Request: Parents or guardians must submit the admission application, using the online form at the bottom of this page. The admission period is open throughout the academic year from October to June. The Admissions Department will contact families by telephone to inform them about the school and, if desired, determine the date of the visit. 02 Personal Interview: Parents or guardians must attend. They will be provided with detailed information about the school and a formal admission application will be completed. 03 Admission Tests (ESO and Bachillerato): Students in ESO and Bachillerato must present, at the time of testing, the grades from the previous year and the current year in which they are enrolled. The applicant must take the following tests: a general mathematics and Spanish language test; a specific test in Biology, Physics and Chemistry; a specific test of general knowledge, vocabulary and reasoning; and a personal interview. The admission tests will be held starting in January. They are on Fridays at 15:30 and last about one and a half hours. After the test, the Orientation Department will meet with the parents or guardians to exchange impressions. 04 Admission Confirmation: Within a maximum of 10 days the parents or guardians will be informed by email of the admission decision and provided with enrollment documentation. 05 Enrollment: Parents or guardians have 15 days to submit the enrollment information, either by mail or delivering it at the Center. If within that period the documentation is not provided, without justified cause, the admission process will be invalidated.
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