British School Xativa vs Imagine Montessori School - Valencia

	B British School Xativa Valencia, Spain	I Imagine Montessori School - Valencia Valencia, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €6,292 - 8,958	Fees / year €5,860 - 9,640
Age range	Age range 0 - 18 years	Age range 1 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels	Curriculum British Curriculum, Montessori Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 400
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 25
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2009	Opened 2016
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Rotonda puente de la Beata Inés s/n (Ronda Norte), 46800 Xàtiva, Valencia	Location Valencia, Spain. The La Pinada campus is located at Calle Melissa 46, Lloma Llarga, Paterna (46980), in the Valencia metropolitan area. The campus is surrounded by nature and designed with sustainability in mind.
Stages	Stages Early Childhood Education (Infant Education) – 1st cycle; Early Childhood Education – 2nd cycle; Primary Education; Secondary Education; Bachillerato (Sixth Form)	Stages Infant Community (20 months - 3 years); Children's House (3-6 years); Primary (6-12 years); Secondary & Pre-University (12-18 years)
School type	School type British international school offering the British Curriculum.	School type Private secular mixed Montessori school located in Paterna, Valencia region; follows the British curriculum; recognised by the Spanish Ministry of Education.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support ACADEMY program provides student support in Primary.	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Spain	Country affiliation British; follows the curriculum and guidelines of the United Kingdom Department of Education, recognised by the Spanish Education Ministry.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation Secular
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details Bus routes BSX 01–BSX 06 for the 2025–2026 academic year. Morning pickups around 08:15–09:25 and afternoon returns around 16:50–17:50, with multiple stops across towns including Carlet, Ontinyent, Alcoy, Xàtiva, Alzira, Montaverner, and others.	Bus service details Summer Camp bus service operates between Valencia and Imagine La Pinada (Paterna). Route 1 runs Valencia to Imagine La Pinada with stops including Avenida Blasco Ibáñez, Corte Inglés (Av. de Francia), Gran Vía, Plaza España, and ends at Imagine La Pinada at 8:50. The return route runs from Imagine La Pinada to Valencia with multiple stops, starting at 16:30 and finishing around 17:25, including stops at L'Hemisferic and Plaza España. The La Pinada address is Calle Melissa 46, Lloma Llarga, Paterna.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / Annual reservation fees - A non‑refundable annual reservation fee is required for new enrolments and is payable at the time of enrolment. For subsequent years this annual fee is collected by direct debit in two instalments: first instalment €200 (charged when enrolment renewal is confirmed during the second term) and the remaining balance charged in July. Annual (one‑off) reservation fee amounts (non‑refundable) - Pre‑Nursery, Nursery, Reception & Primary (Years 1–6): €662. - Secondary / Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9): €762. - Secondary / Key Stage 4 (Years 10–11): €778. - Sixth Form (Years 12–13): €795. - New intake students for Year 12 / Year 13 (one‑off): €1,338. - Safety deposit (applicable only to students with non‑resident parents): €1,390. Tuition fees (monthly basis — charged from September to June) - Pre‑Nursery, Nursery and Reception: €563 per month. (Ten monthly payments, September–June). - Year 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5: €591 per month. (Ten monthly payments, September–June). - Year 6, 7, 8 and 9: €668 per month. (Ten monthly payments, September–June). - Year 10 and Year 11 (KS4): €701 per month. (Ten monthly payments, September–June). - Year 12 and Year 13 (Sixth Form): €762 per month. (Ten monthly payments, September–June). Equivalent annual tuition (calculated from the published monthly rate × 10 months) - Pre‑Nursery, Nursery, Reception: €5,630 per academic year (563€ × 10). - Years 1–5: €5,910 per academic year (591€ × 10). - Years 6–9: €6,680 per academic year (668€ × 10). - Years 10–11: €7,010 per academic year (701€ × 10). - Years 12–13: €7,620 per academic year (762€ × 10). Other compulsory monthly charges - Gourmet school dinner service (lunch + afternoon snack): €215 per month (compulsory). - School nurse: €6.10 per month (compulsory). Optional monthly charges - School bus: €201 per month for a round trip. One‑way users pay €115.50 per month. Device / technology charges (Years 7–13) - iPad provision (mandatory for Years 7–13) is charged as two monthly components: - Fixed monthly fee (device lease, case and insurance): €21 per month (maintained for 3 years, plus a final purchase fee). - Variable monthly fee (MDM licences, apps, firewall, etc.): €24.50 per month (may be adjusted annually). Other costs and additional fees - Textbooks: charged separately; families receive a breakdown before payment. - Uniform: compulsory and available for purchase year‑round from the school uniform shop (contact telephone: 650 080 644; e‑mail: uniformidad@colegiosbritanicos.com). - Official examination fees: charged from Year 6 onward; families receive a breakdown in advance. - Digital licences and classroom materials (examples listed by stage) may be charged in addition to the fees above. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition and other monthly charges are published on a monthly basis for the period September to June. - The annual reservation fee for new students is payable at enrolment and is non‑refundable. For returning students the annual fee is collected by direct debit in two instalments: €200 charged when enrolment renewal is confirmed (second term) and the balance charged in July. Refund information - The annual reservation fee is explicitly non‑refundable in the event of a student's withdrawal. No other general refund terms for tuition or ancillary charges are published on the school's fee schedule. Boarding - No boarding provision or boarding fees are listed in the school's published information for British School Xàtiva; the school's services list describes day‑school services (dining, extracurricular activities, nursing, etc.). Fee payment options - The published fee schedule states that annual fee instalments are collected by direct debit. No specific public listing of other payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, PayPal) appears on the fee schedule page. Notes for budgeting and common items charged separately - Plan for the non‑refundable reservation/annual fee plus ten monthly tuition payments (September–June) and compulsory lunch and nurse charges. Allow for additional one‑off items such as textbooks, official exam fees (from Year 6), uniform purchases and any device final purchase fees or exam registration charges.	Fee details Application / Admission Fees - Admission (new enrolment, first year): EUR 2,100. - Enrolment (first child): EUR 630; second child: EUR 420; third child: no amount shown (blank on the published list). - Re-enrolment to secure a place for the following school year: EUR 395 (first child: EUR 361; second child: EUR 316; third child: amount blank on the published list). Tuition fees by school stage (monthly amount and billing frequency) - Infant Community (Full day or Reduced day: 9:00–16:40 or 9:00–15:00): EUR 831 per month (billed as 10 instalments per year). Morning sessions only (9:00–12:00, for 2-year-olds): EUR 586 per month (10 instalments/year). Description covers tuition, materials and meals/snacks. - Children's House (3–6 years) (Full day or Reduced day: 9:00–16:40 or 9:00–15:00): EUR 831 per month (10 instalments/year). Description covers tuition, materials and meals/snacks. - Primary (6–12 years) (Full day 9:00–16:40): EUR 890 per month (10 instalments/year). Description covers tuition, materials and meals/snacks. - Secondary / Pre-University (9:00–16:40): - Year 7 to 9: EUR 947 per month (10 instalments/year). - Year 10 to 11: EUR 951 per month (10 instalments/year). - Year 12 to 13 (Baccalaureate / A-Levels): EUR 964 per month (10 instalments/year). Note: books and Cambridge/iGCSE/A-Level exam fees for Years 10–13 are charged in addition where applicable. Annual totals (calculated from published instalments) - Annual tuition = published monthly figure × 10 instalments. Examples: - Infant / Children's House: EUR 831 × 10 = EUR 8,310 per academic year. - Primary: EUR 890 × 10 = EUR 8,900 per academic year. - Secondary Year 7–9: EUR 947 × 10 = EUR 9,470 per academic year. Year 12–13: EUR 964 × 10 = EUR 9,640 per academic year. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is billed in 10 instalments per year (the published amounts are shown per instalment/month). Early payment of the yearly fees and school supplies (and annual transport, if applicable) qualifies for a 2% discount on the total value. Multi-child discounts apply (see Discounts). Discounts and sibling reductions - Early payment discount: 2% off the total when paying the yearly fee and school supplies (and annual transport if applicable). - Second child: 8.5% discount on the school monthly fee and school supplies. - Third child: 20% discount on the school monthly fee and school supplies. Additional services and fees - School transport (annual contract rates shown as monthly): return trip EUR 175/month; one-way trip EUR 110/month (prices shown are based on a contract for the whole school year). - Nap materials (annual): EUR 95 per year (includes individual cot with fitted sheet and yearly cleaning irrespective of period of use). - Early Bird (before-school care): monthly option EUR 65; single session EUR 4. - Afternoon Club (after-school care): monthly option EUR 80; single session EUR 5.50. Sessions run from 16:40 to 18:00 on a daily basis with no prior notice required for single sessions. - Secondary & Baccalaureate: books and official Cambridge exam fees for iGCSE and A-Levels (Years 10–13) are charged in addition. Field trips and other activities carry additional charges announced during the academic year. Uniforms and other routine costs - Uniform costs are not itemised in the published fee schedule. Charges for books, exam fees (Years 10–13), trips and certain activities are listed as additional where applicable. Boarding fees - No boarding fees are listed; there is no published boarding provision or boarding tariff in the school's fee schedule. Refund information - A specific refund policy or refund amounts (for withdrawal, partial attendance, or early termination) is not published within the school's fee schedule. Parents should note that re-enrolment and admission charges are presented as non-zero amounts but no public refund terms are specified in the published fees document. Fee payment options - The published fee page lists instalment frequency and discounts but does not itemise accepted payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, direct debit, etc.). Payment method options are not specified on the published fee schedule. Notes on items not published in the fee schedule - The published fee information includes instalment amounts, admission/enrolment fees, re-enrolment fees, discounts, transport and ancillary services, but does not itemise accepted payment methods or a formal refund policy; it also does not list specific uniform prices. Where amounts appear blank (for the third child in certain lines), the published schedule shows no value.
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Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Uniform is compulsory and cannot be replaced by other clothing. Uniforms must be named with the pupil's name; the skirt length is knee‑length and shirts must be tucked in. Backpacks are available in the uniform shop, and Sixth Form students may use their own school bags; footwear must be purchased from the school shop or be completely white trainers.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options Dining is prepared in-house by professional nutritionists and daily in our own kitchens, offering balanced meals with fresh, local ingredients. Menus are personalized for coeliacs, allergies, Halal, vegans and vegetarians. For 2025–26, there is You Choose Day with weekly international menus, a Bakery Corner, and an emphasis on local suppliers and the Mediterranean diet.	Food options The school provides three nutritious, non-processed meals daily (morning snack, lunch and afternoon snack) using organic, seasonal and 0km produce, with one vegetarian day per week and accommodations for health- or personal-diet restrictions (gluten-free, allergies, vegetarian, vegan) with appropriate certificates. Mealtimes are in classrooms, children help set the table and serve, and meals are prepared on-site by the cook Carmen.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership British School Xàtiva is part of the British School Alzira Xàtiva & Gandia Group, led by the Corbí-Ramón family. The Director of the Group is Franc Corbí Ramón, who has headed the three British Schools for more than 25 years.	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details British Curriculum used at British School Xàtiva since 2009. Educational stages: Early Years (0–5 years), Primary (5–11 years), Secondary (11–16 years), Sixth Form (16–18 years).	Curriculum details Montessori pedagogy informs the school's approach within the British curriculum. It serves students from 20 months through 18 years. The education is inspired by AMI principles. Students work toward iGCSEs and A-Levels. The school is accepted by the Spanish Ministry of Education.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression iGCSEs and A-Levels are available, guiding graduates to universities in the UK, Spain, and worldwide.
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 school provides personalized and individualized education with continuous supervision and curricular adaptation to the needs of each pupil, along with a holistic program that combines curricular and extracurricular learning to support emotional and social development. It emphasizes values education and maintains ongoing communication with parents about the education of their children.	Social & emotional learning The school follows the Montessori approach, supporting the whole child. Daily work and coexistence build cognitive, emotional and social abilities. The curriculum emphasises developing autonomy, the ability to resolve conflicts, cooperation and self-discipline. Students also develop critical thinking, analysis and problem solving, with creative and entrepreneurial spirit, and the use of new technology as learning tools. There is a strong commitment to human and democratic values and a high level of English.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) A Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) and an SEN Assistant are on the staff.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language English is the main language of instruction, with complete language immersion from Pre-Nursery to Year 13; Spanish and other languages are gradually introduced to ensure balanced linguistic development appropriate to each age group.	English as an additional language There are English language specialists on staff, including an ESL teacher and English teachers.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The school provides personalized attention that enhances emotional and social development, and its campus environment is described as stimulating and safe.	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is central to the education, addressed through a holistic approach that includes physical, mental, emotional and spiritual development. Daily work and life at the school build cognitive, emotional and social abilities, while autonomy, conflict resolution and cooperation support personal growth.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding A whistleblowing channel is available to report concerns.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The school site covers 20,000 m^2 and has four buildings for administration, Early Years, Primary and Dining Areas. The BSX campus has the latest digital technology in classrooms and offices. There is a Sixth Form Building on site. Differentiated recreational areas exist for Early Years and Primary, and Early Years classrooms have their own fenced, independent playgrounds connected to their classrooms.	Facilities overview Spaces are prepared environments designed to support concentration, independence, and personalised learning. The interiors and exteriors are open-plan, with classrooms opening onto private outdoor terraces facing a pine forest, allowing learning to continue in nature when possible. Early Years and Primary spaces provide over 100 m² of space per classroom and five learning areas: Sensorial, Practical Life, Language, Mathematics, and Cultural Studies. The environments aim to foster autonomy and meaningful connections—with oneself, others, and the world around. The Secondary and Sixth Form spaces are currently under construction and will include spacious, naturally lit classrooms, social areas, science labs, an art studio, a music room, a library (Learning Resource Centre), a Makers Lab, a multimedia room, a dining hall/cafeteria, and outdoor spaces integrated with the surrounding environment.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Two swimming pools (a 25 m pool and a small infants pool). A tennis court, two sports courts, and a climbing wall. A Sixth Form Building and a Sports and Conferences Hall are on site. There are two playgrounds and a paddle tennis court, with differentiated recreational areas for Early Years and Primary.	Sports facilities Heated Swimming Pool for students aged 6 to 14; an Athletics Field for events including 60m, 200m, 400m, and 800m races, long jump, high jump, shot put, and relays; two full-size Football Pitches; an Indoor Sports Hall for handball, basketball, volleyball, badminton, and indoor football; and an Outdoor Basketball Court.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Digital technology is installed throughout the classrooms and offices. A Sixth Form Building supports post-16 education. Early Years classrooms have their own connected, fenced playgrounds associated with their learning spaces.	Academic facilities Montessori Environments: Early Years and Primary classrooms are designed to promote concentration, independence, and personalised learning, with over 100 m² of space and five learning areas; the classroom entry leads to a vestibule with lockers and benches, and each room opens onto a private outdoor terrace facing the pine forest. The Forest: A Woodland Within the School connects the curriculum with nature, promoting independence, resilience, and environmental awareness. Art Studio: A dedicated space for free expression and creative development, nestled in nature to nurture creativity within the Montessori approach. Performing Arts: Music and Expression provides an integrated process for music, theatre, and dance, fostering self-expression and teamwork. Science Laboratory: A space for experimentation and learning in physics, chemistry, and biology. La Pinada Lab: A collaborative space that brings together Zubi Labs' venture builder companies and the educational environment for students aged 16 to 18, hosting them during the 2025/2026 academic year.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities Performing Arts: Music and Expression offers an integrated arts experience with rhythm, movement, and voice to foster self-expression and teamwork. Art Studio provides a space for free expression and creative development. The outdoor playground and forest enable nature-based exploration, while the Secondary spaces include a Makers Lab for hands-on making. La Pinada Lab serves as a collaborative space bringing together venture-builder activities and education for older students, supporting real-world experiences.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History The British School Xàtiva is a large educational complex near Xàtiva. It grew from more than 25 years of educational experience at the British School in Alzira, which currently has almost 800 students from 60 nationalities. BSX began in 2009 with infant and primary students and has progressed toward becoming one of the best schools in Spain; the school holds CSR certification and EFQM certification.	History Imagine Montessori School began in Valencia in 2016 by three families who were seeking the best for their children. It is a private secular college educating children from 20 months to 18 years, using Montessori pedagogy within the British curriculum and is accepted by the Spanish Ministry of Education. It is made up of a team of professionals with diverse areas of expertise and now boasts a community of more than 350 students and their families. The founders are Iker Marcaide, Irene Cañero and Mariano Pontón.
Community	Community Full language immersion from Pre-nursery to Year 13 is provided. Education is personalized with continuous supervision and curricular adaptation, and the program includes arts, sports, languages, and technology. The school maintains continuous contact with parents regarding their children's education. Feedback from families describes a first‑class service in teaching English and other languages and notes a strong sense of family spirit.	Community The school has an engaged community of families who participate in the learning process and in Imagine Community. Families have an active role in the school's life and in events, celebrations, pedagogical sessions and assemblies. The school-family relationship is fundamental for the holistic education of our children.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association The school runs Weekend Family Experiences, known as Parent Enrichment Sessions, to support children's development within a family and educational environment. These sessions, held on Saturdays, address topics from emotional wellbeing to healthy relationships and empathy, and provide practical tools to strengthen family life; some workshops are offered in Spanish and English. Programs include Reflecting Together for families with children aged 6–18, Positive Discipline in Early Childhood for families with children 0–6, and Exploring Montessori with Babies for families with babies 6–24 months, led by school specialists. Prices are €30 for a single participant and €50 for two people, with discounts for booking multiple sessions; registration is via an online form. Sessions are designed to be reflective, practical and respectful, and some include a participation certificate.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The British Curriculum has been used at BSX since 2009. The teaching style is individualized with the student at the centre of learning. The goal is that students give the best of their abilities.	Academic & intellectual The school follows the Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) pedagogy, offering a holistic education for children aged 20 months to 18 years. It follows the curriculum and guidelines set by the UK Department of Education and Skills, recognised by the Spanish Education Ministry. Daily work and life at the school foster autonomy, conflict resolution, cooperation and self-discipline, helping students think critically and apply learning across real-life situations.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative The Enrichment Programme includes Art, Drama, Mixed Gymnastics, Ballet, STEAM/Robotics, Chess, and individual music lessons. Music is delivered through Junior and Senior Music Bands and individual piano instruction, with opportunities to explore core instruments in a band setting. The activities nurture creativity and artistic expression within a bilingual, respectful environment.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language Imagine Language Academy offers after-school English lessons for ages 3 to 16 and Spanish for non-native speakers, as well as Cambridge exam preparation from A1 Young Learners to C1 Advanced. Cambridge exams available include PET (B1), A1 Foundations, A2 Horizons, B2 Summit (First), C1 Advanced, and B2 Certification (First). The school notes a diverse community with more than 30 nationalities represented.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies Enrichment activities for various ages include Art, Drama, Mixed Gymnastics, Ballet, STEAM/Robotics, Chess, Padel, Kenpo Karate, Freestyle Skating and Football, with additional options such as Judo and Instrument Lessons. These activities support creativity, collaboration and social development in a bilingual and respectful setting. The programme encourages personal interests and confidence through hands-on experiences.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Extracurricular activities are taught by highly qualified staff and allow students to develop their sports or artistic skills during school hours.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The Enrichment Programme supports physical and emotional wellbeing through movement and sport, offering Padel, Kenpo Karate, Mixed Gymnastics and Football. Activities are designed to promote concentration, personal wellbeing and healthy engagement with others. Sessions are designed for ages 3 to 16 and delivered in English or Spanish as appropriate.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English is the language of instruction, with full language immersion from Pre-nursery through Year 13. In Primary, Spanish and Valencian are taught. The Primary curriculum also includes Knowledge of the Environment / Social Sciences.	Language provision The school follows the British curriculum and Cambridge International iGCSEs and A-Levels. A high level of English is highlighted as a consideration in admissions decisions.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching Full language immersion from Pre-nursery to Year 13 (0 to 18 years old). English is taught from day one. Personal and individualized education, with continuous supervision and curricular adaptation to the needs of each student.	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs Full language immersion from Pre-nursery to Year 13; English from day one; an individualized teaching style with the student at the center of learning; highly qualified teaching staff and facilities designed to enhance the educational experience.	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards Architecture Awards 2024 – finalist (Valencia Plaza). European Union Prize for Contemporary Architecture Awards 2026 – nomination.
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) – education inspired by AMI principles. UK Department of Education and Skills – follows UK curriculum guidelines recognized by the Spanish Education Ministry. UCAS – Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UK). Oxford AQA – Approved Centre for International Qualifications (Oxford AQA).
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Parents must make an appointment through the Centres' Secretary for the admissions process to the centres. The appointment includes a tour of the School, and the general and particular aspects of the centre will be discussed. Enrollment forms are provided during the visit. The necessary personal documentation is detailed depending on the age and academic level of the student. 2. If, due to the age of the student, a level test in English and Mathematics is necessary, the date and time of the test will be specified during this visit. Appointments can be booked by calling 902 123 883 or via the 'Book an appointment' link. The admissions process is coordinated by the Centres' Secretary.	Admissions The 4 steps of the admission process: 1. Check availability of places: By providing basic information, we check availability and arrange an online meeting or in-person visit to learn about the school and its methodology. 2. Get to know our school: Once availability is confirmed, you can choose a date and time for an online meeting or an in-person visit. 3. Student visit: From entry into Year 1 (5 years old), the prospective student spends time in the classroom to get to know us. 4. Admission outcome and enrolment: After evaluation by the educational team, a recommendation for admission is shared based on English level, academic performance, and potential for adaptation to the group.
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