British School of Valencia - Main Campus vs Shackleton International School

	B British School of Valencia - Main Campus Valencia, Spain	S Shackleton International School Valencia, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €7,150 - 9,750	Fees / year €9,180 - 9,990
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)	Curriculum IB (DP), British Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 800	Pupils 240
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 20
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1992	Opened 2021
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The two campuses are located in the Ruzafa neighbourhood, in the heart of the city of Valencia, just a 5-minute walk from each other. Main Campus: Calle Filipinas, 37, 46006 Valencia. Nexus Campus: Avenida Peris y Valero, 99, 46006 Valencia.	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 Early Years Foundation Stage (ages 2-5); Primary Education (ages 5-11); Secondary Education (ages 11-16); Sixth Form (BSV Nexus – ages 16-18)	Stages EYFS (3-5), Primary (5-11), Secondary (11-16), International Baccalaureate (16-18)
School type	School type Private British school	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 SEND policy; EAL policy; Specific Educational Support Needs policy; admissions policy states the school admits pupils with an additional educational need and/or disability	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 Spain	Country affiliation United Kingdom
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure Open 08:30–17:30, Monday to Friday, September–June. Timetable for Early Years, Primary & Secondary: 08:50–16:30. Sixth Form timetable: 08:50–16:30 (depends on lessons). Pre-Nursery to Year 11 morning start 07:50 (optional) and lunch 12:00–14:30 (with possible extra fee for extended day).	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details A transport service covers the Valencia metropolitan area and outlying towns; Bus Tracker from BatOnRoute provides real-time tracking; options include morning, afternoon, or both.	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 Tuition — billing schedule and summary - Tuition is charged as ten equal monthly payments across the academic year. Early Years Foundation Stage (monthly; annual = 10 monthly payments) - Pre‑Nursery (age 2): 715€ per month — Annual total (10 payments): 7,150€. - Nursery (age 3): 715€ per month — Annual total (10 payments): 7,150€. - Reception (age 4): 715€ per month — Annual total (10 payments): 7,150€. Primary (monthly; annual = 10 monthly payments) - Year 1 (age 5): 790€ per month — Annual total (10 payments): 7,900€. - Year 2 (age 6): 790€ per month — Annual total (10 payments): 7,900€. - Year 3 (age 7): 790€ per month — Annual total (10 payments): 7,900€. - Year 4 (age 8): 790€ per month — Annual total (10 payments): 7,900€. - Year 5 (age 9): 790€ per month — Annual total (10 payments): 7,900€. - Year 6 (age 10): 790€ per month — Annual total (10 payments): 7,900€. Secondary (monthly; annual = 10 monthly payments) - Year 7 (age 11): 920€ per month — Annual total (10 payments): 9,200€. - Year 8 (age 12): 920€ per month — Annual total (10 payments): 9,200€. - Year 9 (age 13): 920€ per month — Annual total (10 payments): 9,200€. - Year 10 (age 14): 920€ per month — Annual total (10 payments): 9,200€. - Year 11 (age 15): 920€ per month — Annual total (10 payments): 9,200€. Sixth Form (monthly; annual = 10 monthly payments) - Year 12 (age 16): 957€ per month — Annual total (10 payments): 9,570€. - Year 13 (age 17): 957€ per month — Annual total (10 payments): 9,570€. Admission / registration fees - First-time admission (new student) registration fee: 3,250€. - Reduced admission fee: 1,600€ for siblings of current students and for students entering in Year 7 to Year 13. - Early booking split option for the admission fee: first payment of 1,250€ to confirm the place and a second payment of 2,000€ in April; the total admission fee must be paid before the academic year starts. - Annual renewal registration charge: 445€ (mandatory, non‑refundable). Other recurring and one‑off costs - School material charge: 242€ per term. - Textbooks: invoiced in November (amount varies by year and will be billed separately). - Uniform: supplied through El Corte Inglés; cost varies by item and is paid separately. - Transport (optional): 199€ per month. - Dining room (school meals): 210€ per month; this service is mandatory for Pre‑Nursery through Year 3. - Morning Club (optional): 25€ or 50€ per month depending on hours chosen. - Afternoon Homework Club (optional): 25€ or 50€ per month depending on duration chosen. - School of Music (optional): 790€ for the year (33 classes); payable either in instalments or as a single payment. - Summer School: price depends on chosen dates and programme; amounts vary by session. Refunds and cooling-off - There is a 10‑day cooling‑off period after the admission fee is paid; after that 10‑day period the admission payment is non‑refundable. - The annual renewal registration fee (445€) is mandatory and non‑refundable. Fee payment schedule and terms - Tuition is collected as ten monthly instalments across the academic year. The admission registration fee must be paid to confirm and secure a place; early booking split payments are offered for the admission fee as detailed above. Fee payment options (accepted methods) - The school's published fee information does not list specific accepted payment methods (for example: credit card, bank transfer, direct debit) on the public fee page.	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 The school is a day school and does not offer boarding.	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Wearing the school uniform is mandatory for all students from Early Years to Secondary; Sixth Form students are not required to wear the uniform. The P.E. kit is required only on days with Physical Education. Parents can buy the school uniform at El Corte Inglés (except for the school bag).	Uniform requirement Uniforms exist. Uniforms are not included in tuition.
Food options	Food options Meals are prepared daily in the school's kitchen by nutritionists from Colevisa and served in the dining room. The menus use fresh, local, and seasonal produce and include adapted menus for halal, vegetarian, gluten-free, lactose-free, and nut-free options. The lunch service runs from 12:00pm to 2:30pm.	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 British School of Valencia is part of the Cognita family of Schools.	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details British School of Valencia offers a holistic British curriculum with multilingual education in Valencia. The taught curriculum broadly follows the National Curriculum for Key Stages 1–4 and is formally assessed by GCSEs, with KS5 assessment by A-Levels. The Spanish curriculum requirements are included as mandated by the Spanish authorities. CAT4 baseline assessments are used: pupils entering Years 7–9 take the CAT4 in September of their entry year, and all pupils take the CAT4 at the start of Year 10. Careers and Higher Education guidance is provided, and a wide range of co-curricular activities supplement the timetable.	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.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Careers and higher education guidance is provided to support students' progression.	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented The curriculum contemplates accelerated progress for high-ability students within their class, while maintaining their peer group.	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning BSV provides a nurturing, inclusive learning environment that empowers students to achieve academic excellence and personal growth by balancing academics, relationships and character development. Our children feel appreciated, taken care of, motivated, and prepared for learning. The school nurtures an all-round personal development and social integration. Our teachers invest time and dedication to improve student wellbeing, guiding their emotional and social growth. There is an emphasis on open communication and collaboration between home and school to support wellbeing and build a 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) The school is committed to the fair treatment of all pupils, including those with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and/or disabilities (SEND). The policy aims to remove disadvantages by ensuring access to appropriate educational provision, not treating pupils with disabilities less favourably, and making reasonable adjustments to prevent disadvantage in admission and education. The school ensures that pupils with SEN and disabilities participate fully in school activities and keeps families informed about any special educational provision and progress. The policy recognises GDPR obligations and requires that families are informed about the provision available for their child. SEN is defined as a learning difficulty or disability requiring special educational provision and includes conditions such as autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADHD, semantic processing difficulties and related medical or mental health needs; it also states that home language differences are not in themselves SEN.	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 BSV offers a British education following the English National Curriculum, with Early Years to Sixth Form. The curriculum strengthens links with Britain and Spain and aims to integrate students socially and academically. English proficiency is high, and students must have sufficient English to follow the curriculum, with language assessments conducted to support integration. Inclusive support for international students includes welcome programmes with orientation sessions and a buddy system, Spanish as a foreign language classes, and personalised tutoring for individual guidance. The school integrates English as the language of instruction across the curriculum and supports multilingual development and social inclusion.	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 Mental health and lifelong emotional wellbeing are high priorities for the school. The mission commits to promoting good mental health for all members of the school community and to lifelong emotional wellbeing. There is an emphasis on open communication between home and school to support wellbeing within a secure, constructive learning environment. The aims include developing resilient, engaged learners who can collaborate with others and demonstrate empathy and emotional awareness.	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 The safeguarding and child protection policy defines safeguarding and child protection and sets out procedures for early intervention, reporting concerns, and working with external agencies to promote pupils' welfare. It describes the roles of Cognita safeguarding leads, the school's safeguarding coordinators, and local authority contacts, as well as data protection considerations under GDPR. The policy covers risk areas such as neglect, abuse, radicalisation, exploitation, and online safety, and it aligns with local safeguarding requirements and Cognita's safeguarding framework.	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 BSV operates across two campuses in Valencia: the Main Campus for Early Years to Secondary education and BSV Nexus for Sixth Form. Both campuses are located in the heart of the city, in the Ruzafa neighbourhood, and host a diverse international community of students aged 2 to 18 from over 70 nationalities. The Main Campus offers multipurpose learning spaces for Early Years, Primary and Secondary, while Nexus provides a dedicated pre-university environment. Significant investment has been made in recent years to enhance facilities and support contemporary learning. The Main Campus features four playgrounds, an indoor gym, an auditorium, a library, a music space with three soundproof booths, and an on-site dining room; Nexus offers eight classrooms, four support spaces, a library, laboratories, an art room, a cafeteria and a staff room.	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 Main Campus provides an indoor gym and outdoor play spaces with four playgrounds, including one exclusively for Early Years and a main playground with basketball hoops and football goals, plus two large terraces (one with a vertical garden and tables) for outdoor learning and socialising.	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 Early Years spaces are renovated, colourful and flexible with movable walls and integrated toilets; Primary classrooms are bright and equipped with interactive touch screens and a device for each student; Secondary facilities are modern and flexible with movable walls, interactive screens and personal laptops, and include two laboratories for practical experiments and a dedicated storage area for chemicals. The Main Campus also features a makerspace, study pods, a library and a dedicated music space with a classroom and three soundproof booths, as well as an on-site kitchen and dining room. Nexus Campus offers eight permanent classrooms, four support classrooms, a library, a soundproof study booth, two laboratories with external storage, an art room, a multi-purpose study space, a cafeteria and a staff room.	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 Football, Basketball, Multisport, Skating, Martial arts, Theatre, Chess, Art, Robotics, Entrepreneurship and project creation, Science experiments, Mini chef.	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 Opened in 1992 as the British School Children's Garden, the British School of Valencia is a co-educational British school located in central Valencia. It joined the Cognita Schools group in 2018. The school offers education from Pre-Nursery to Year 13 and serves pupils from around 40 nationalities, with the majority being Spanish. A NABSS inspection in 2023 notes the school's aim to provide a British education and confirms a central Valencia location and facilities.	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 school is proud of its family atmosphere and strong pastoral care. Its enrichment programme includes robotics, basketball, football, theatre, art, multisport and skating, with activities continuing post-pandemic. Educational visits, including residential stays and World Book Day theme days, supplement the curriculum. Past pupils and parents attend the university fair to offer guidance to current students, and students participate in charity work such as collecting books for disadvantaged children.	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 The English Creative Summer Club provides a range of activities that foster creativity and collaboration. It includes cooking workshops, music and movement, arts & crafts, and a film forum. The program also features multisport, cooperative games, team-building activities, and trips. It is conducted as an English language summer school with a focus on social and emotional development and wellbeing.	Arts & creative Extracurricular activities include music, drama, and piano; dance (classical, urban, rhythmic).
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The Summer Club is an English-language program.	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 and recreational activities include cooperative games, team-building activities, and traditional games. There are water-based activities and trips as part of the schedule. The program emphasizes social interaction, collaboration, and enjoyment in an English-language setting.	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 Team-building activities and leadership-oriented exercises are included to promote collaboration and interpersonal skills.	Leadership & professional Integral Leadership is a pillar of education. The House System is inspired by Ernest Shackleton's expeditions.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The program focuses on emotional wellbeing, self-esteem, and social skill development in a positive environment. Mindfulness and wellbeing activities, along with group dynamics, are part of the schedule.	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 The school provides multilingual education in the centre of Valencia with a holistic British curriculum. The curriculum broadly follows the English National Curriculum and includes the compulsory elements of the Spanish curriculum as required by the Spanish Ministry of Education and local education authorities. An English as an Additional Language (EAL) Policy supports pupils whose first language is not English.	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 —	Immersion programs Language immersion through practical and contextualized projects.
Reputation	Reputation
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Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Six-step admissions process: 1. Contact us: After an enquiry, our Admissions Officer will contact you. 2. Visit BSV: Book a private tour or attend an open day to learn about the curriculum and learning atmosphere. 3. Entry requirements: Students from Year 2 to Year 13 submit school reports and proof of their level of English; an interview may be conducted to assess academic ability. 4. Offer of place: After submitting the required reports and completing any necessary interview, a time-limited formal offer of a place is made. If no places are available for the desired entry date, the child is placed on the waiting list. 5. Admissions documentation: If you accept the offer, complete the enrolment documents and pay the admission fee to secure admission. 6. Start at BSV: Arrival and onboarding ensure a smooth process and integration into the BSV community. Entry requirements: Enrolment forms and necessary documents; siblings of current students have preference. Early Years & Year 1: Pre-Nursery, Nursery, Reception and Year 1 require enrolment forms and documents; no prior English is required. Primary: Year 2–Year 6 require an age-appropriate level of spoken and written English and numeracy; previous school reports and proof of English are requested; a meeting with the Head of Primary is arranged. Secondary: Year 7–Year 11 require two last school reports and proof of English; if a place is available, an appointment to visit is arranged and an admissions interview. Sixth Form: Year 12–Year 13 require evidence of 5 A*-C (9-4) IGCSE or equivalent, past school reports and proof of English (C1–C2); an interview assesses spoken English and guidance on AS/A-Level subject choices.	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.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist If no places are available for the desired entry date, the child will be placed on the waiting list and notified when a place becomes available.	Waitlist —
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