Canterbury School - San Lorenzo Campus vs Oakley College

	C Canterbury School - San Lorenzo Campus Las Palmas, Spain	O Oakley College Las Palmas, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €5,610 - 6,550	Fees / year €5,533 - 7,128
Age range	Age range 6 - 18 years	Age range 2 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), French Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Pupils	Pupils 1,000	Pupils 609
Typical class size	Typical class size 25	Typical class size 23
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English, Spanish
Opened	Opened 1972	Opened 1989
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Canterbury School operates across three locations on Gran Canaria, Spain: Milton House in Ciudad Jardín for Infants (18 months–5 years); San Lorenzo for Primary, Secondary and VI Form (6–18 years) in Las Palmas; and Maspalomas for Infants and Primary (3–11 years) in the south of the island. The main campus is San Lorenzo; Milton House serves the infant community; Maspalomas serves families in the south. Transport is available via Amanda Bus.	Location Oakley College is on a single campus in Tafira Alta, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain. The address is C./ Zuloaga, nº17, 35017 Tafira Alta, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, and the campus is about 15 minutes from Las Palmas city center.
Stages	Stages Infant education at Milton House (18 months–5 years). Primary, Secondary and VI Form at San Lorenzo (6–18 years). Infant and Primary education at Maspalomas (3–11 years).	Stages Early Years (ages 2-5), Primary, Secondary (Key Stage 3 11-14; Key Stage 4 14-16), Sixth Form.
School type	School type Private British international day school; authorized to teach the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP).	School type International British School following the British curriculum for England and Wales; 80% of the school day is taught in English; up to four languages taught: English, Spanish, French and German.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix More than 30 nationalities represented.	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support Learning Support Assistants support the learning; specialised programs for neurodivergent learners and More Able students.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation British international education since 1972.	Country affiliation British curriculum in Spain (affiliated with the United Kingdom through the British curriculum; dual qualifications include British IGCSEs and Spanish Baccalaureate).
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details Amanda Bus provides transport.	Bus service details A school bus service operates across Las Palmas and the north and south of the island; bus routes, fees and conditions are published on the site.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and enrolment fees - Enrolment fee (paid in June by returning students; paid at time of reservation/enrolment for new students): - Pre‑Nursery to Year 6: EUR 561.00 per pupil. - Year 7 to Year 9: EUR 595.00 per pupil. - Year 10 to Year 11: EUR 615.00 per pupil. - Year 12 to Year 13: EUR 655.00 per pupil. - New admissions deposit (per family): EUR 2,500.00. Tuition fees by year group (monthly and annual) Fees are shown as a monthly payment (September to May, 10 payments) plus the enrolment payment. Total annual fee is expressed as 10 monthly payments. - Pre‑Nursery – Year 6: - Monthly payment (standard): EUR 561.00. - Total annual fee (10 payments): EUR 5,610.00. - Sibling discounts: 3 siblings — monthly EUR 502.00 (annual EUR 5,079.00); 4 or more siblings — monthly EUR 453.00 (annual EUR 4,638.00). - Year 7 – Year 9: - Monthly payment (standard): EUR 595.00. - Total annual fee (10 payments): EUR 5,950.00. - Sibling discounts: 3 siblings — monthly EUR 536.00 (annual EUR 5,419.00); 4 or more siblings — monthly EUR 487.00 (annual EUR 4,978.00). - Year 10 – Year 11: - Monthly payment (standard): EUR 615.00. - Total annual fee (10 payments): EUR 6,150.00. - Sibling discounts: 3 siblings — monthly EUR 556.00 (annual EUR 5,619.00); 4 or more siblings — monthly EUR 507.00 (annual EUR 5,178.00). - Year 12 – Year 13: - Monthly payment (standard): EUR 655.00. - Total annual fee (10 payments): EUR 6,550.00. - Sibling discounts: 3 siblings — monthly EUR 596.00 (annual EUR 6,019.00); 4 or more siblings — monthly EUR 547.00 (annual EUR 5,578.00). Billing schedule and payment terms - Enrolment payment: first payment for the following school year is made in June for returning students; new students pay this amount at reservation/enrolment. - Monthly billing: tuition is billed by monthly direct debit (charged between the 1st and 5th of each month) for payments from September to May (10 payments). - Bank account changes: must be made using a SEPA form before the 25th of the current month (or five working days before the start of a holiday period) to be effective for the following month. - Enrolment is valid for one full academic year and will be automatically renewed unless a written withdrawal request is submitted. - Withdrawals for the next school year must be communicated before 1 March. Withdrawals communicated after 1 March require payment of the next year's enrolment fee (June payment). Withdrawals after 10 June require payment of the second monthly payment (September). - Extracurricular activities are organised termly and require written registration before the term begins. Lunch and catering (school dinner) fees School lunch is charged monthly (September to June) except December and April; sibling discounts apply if all siblings are registered in the lunch service. - Pre‑Nursery – Year 6: - Standard monthly: EUR 157.00. - December charge: EUR 125.00; April charge: EUR 125.00. - Annual (total): EUR 1,506.00. - Sibling rates: 3 siblings — monthly EUR 111.00 (annual EUR 1,072.00); 4 or 5 siblings — monthly EUR 106.00 (annual EUR 1,022.00). - Year 7 – Year 13: - Standard monthly: EUR 164.00. - December charge: EUR 132.00; April charge: EUR 132.00. - Annual (total): EUR 1,576.00. - Sibling rates: 3 siblings — monthly EUR 118.00 (annual EUR 1,142.00); 4 or 5 siblings — monthly EUR 113.00 (annual EUR 1,092.00). - Single‑day lunch: Primary EUR 11.00; Secondary EUR 11.50. - Registration for the lunch service takes place in September; October billing will include September and October for families who used the service in September (Primary) or who requested it in writing (Secondary). Optional services and other charges - Early drop‑off (Infant & Primary): supervision before 08:00 a.m. incurs additional charges included in the monthly bill. - Infant Department (from 07:30): EUR 26.00 per month. - Primary Department (from 07:30): EUR 21.00 per month. - Primary single‑day early drop‑off: EUR 3.50 per day. - External examination fees (Secondary/IGCSE): the cost of external exams is not included in tuition. Year 11 families may pay mandatory exam costs in instalments from September to February; estimated cost for five mandatory IGCSE exams is EUR 115.00 per month (September–February) when that instalment option is used. Requests to use instalments must be sent to administracion@canterburyschool.com before the end of July and will be valid only upon confirmation. - New admissions: a deposit of EUR 2,500.00 per family must be paid at admission. - Siblings discounts apply for families with three or more siblings; discounts apply only when all siblings are registered and will be recalculated if a sibling withdraws. Boarding fees - Not applicable: Canterbury School operates as a non‑residential/day school and does not publish boarding fees. Refund and withdrawal terms (fee‑related) - Enrolment is for one full academic year and is automatically renewed unless a written withdrawal request is submitted. - Withdrawals for the next school year must be communicated before 1 March. Withdrawals after 1 March require payment of the next year's enrolment fee (the June payment). Withdrawals after 10 June additionally require payment of the second monthly payment (September). - Tuition and service billing is organised on a monthly basis; specific refund mechanics for paid months or enrolment payments are governed by the school's withdrawal and general terms and conditions and by the deadlines above. Fee payment options - Primary payment method: monthly direct debit. SEPA forms are used for bank account changes and to set up bank details. - Installment option for Year 11 external examinations: available by written request to administracion@canterburyschool.com (permission and confirmation required). - No other explicit payment methods (for example, credit card acceptance) are listed in the published fee schedule; where bank details or SEPA direct debit are referenced, payments are processed via bank transfer/direct debit arrangements. If any single figure above is to be displayed in your database, use the EUR currency prefix (for example: EUR 5,610.00).	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Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements The school is a day school; no boarding is provided.	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Canterbury School requires a uniform for Primary and Secondary (from Year 2 to Year 11). The uniform includes a dark green polo shirt with the crest, a navy blue pullover or cardigan, grey tailored trousers or a tartan skirt, and navy socks or tights with navy blue or black shoes. A P.E. uniform (white T-shirt and green shorts) is worn on PE days, and uniforms can be purchased from the school office or El Corte Inglés; all garments must be labeled with the pupil's name; the dress code requires polo shirts to be tucked in and prohibits extreme hair styles, makeup, and jewellery.	Uniform requirement The official school uniform must be worn every day. Items should be labelled clearly with the student's name.
Food options	Food options —	Food options Healthy school meals are provided daily, with balanced three-course meals prepared by professional chefs in both buildings. All food is prepared from fresh ingredients daily, with local sourcing when possible, and a vegetarian option is available every day. Breakfast is available for younger pupils and afternoon snacks are provided.
House system	House system The House system fosters integration and a sense of the whole school.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Founder and Honorary Principal is Beryl Pritchard. The senior leadership team includes Pamela Ainsworth (Infants), Lindsay Gale (Primary), David O'Kane (Secondary and Bachillerato), and Kirsty Mallinson (Maspalomas).	Governance and ownership Oakley College is a British International school located in Gran Canaria, Spain, educating children aged 2 to 18 and following the British National Curriculum. The school is a member of the National Association of British Schools in Spain and is inspected by British Council authorised inspectors and the Spanish Ministry of Education.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) as an IB World School. It provides immersion in English with a strong emphasis on Spanish language, literature and Canarian culture, and the study of a third language from age 11. Cambridge International Examinations are used, with top results in the country. The school has been recognized by El Español among the 100 best schools in Spain, with a mention among the 30 most innovative schools. The programme balances sports with academics, including a renowned basketball programme.	Curriculum details Oakley College follows the British curriculum for England and Wales. About 80% of the school day is taught in English. There is an option to study up to four languages: English, Spanish, French and German. The school uses project-based learning and focuses on thinking skills. Students graduate with dual official qualifications: British IGCSEs and the Spanish 'Graduate in Compulsory Secondary Education' certificate; and the Spanish 'Baccalaureate' certificate and English A-Levels.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio Small classes.
Exam results	Exam results Every year students receive prestigious Cambridge International Examinations awards for top results in the country.	Exam results Andrés achieved the Highest Mark in the World for the International GCSE in Mathematics A. Gabriel was Top in Spain in Biology. Oakley College was recognised in El Mundo's 2026 Best International Schools list.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Graduates pursue higher education across the globe in diverse fields. The Class of 2024 destinations include universities worldwide.	Higher education progression Graduates are prepared for university applications. The school offers dual official qualifications: British IGCSEs and the Spanish Graduate in Compulsory Secondary Education certificate; and the Spanish Baccalaureate certificate with English A-Levels. This combination supports entry to leading universities around the world.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented Specialised programs for neurodivergent learners and More Able students.
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school provides an atmosphere that fosters mutual respect and understanding for all, irrespective of race, religion, sex or ability, and encourages students to think constructively about social and personal issues, guided by ethical considerations.	Social & emotional learning Oakley College provides strong pastoral care and tutor support. Each student has a form tutor responsible for pastoral care, with daily registration and a PSHE programme. The school maintains close links with parents through regular workshops and information evenings. When needed, the school identifies specific learning or emotional needs through psycho-pedagogical testing and may create an Educational Health Care Plan with the parents, child, teacher and SENCO to set targets that can be academic, social or emotional. Socio-emotional or mental health difficulties are addressed through specialized meetings with families and internal monitoring, with referrals to external therapeutic professionals when appropriate. The school also runs a mediation and anti-bullying programme and Learning Support Groups to differentiate learning in English, Spanish and mathematics.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) Oakley College identifies and supports students with Special Educational Needs through psycho-pedagogical testing and early identification. The school uses curricular adaptations, targeted interventions and, when necessary, external professional input to support learning. If a learning or developmental disability is suspected, the school can refer for an outside diagnosis. An Educational Health Care Plan is created with the parents, child, teacher and SENCO to set individual targets, with progress reviewed at year end. Students with a recognized SEN may receive Special Accommodations for internal exams (e.g., extra time or assistive technology). In addition, social-emotional support and small-group interventions are offered; Learning Support Groups provide targeted help in English, Spanish and mathematics with learning support assistants.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school offers immersion in English and places a strong emphasis on learning Spanish language and literature and on Canarian culture, with a third language studied from age 11.	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The aims include promoting the well-being of all members of the school community and developing a sense of global citizenship and social responsibility.	Mental wellbeing Pastoral care and targeted mental health support underpin wellbeing at Oakley College. Socio-emotional or mental health needs are addressed through meetings with families, school monitoring and referrals to external therapeutic services when needed. An Educational Health Care Plan supports targeted social and emotional development with annual progress reviews. Digital wellbeing resources inform staff, students and families about online wellbeing, with guidance on regular conversations, wellbeing settings and apps, and tips for healthy online habits. Parent resources and a digital wellbeing eBook are available to support wellbeing at home and at school.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding A safeguarding culture is at the heart of Oakley College. The school follows safe recruitment guidelines and trains all staff in safeguarding. A Designated Safeguarding Lead and Child Protection Officers coordinate safeguarding work. The policy aligns with the Department for Education guidelines Keeping Children Safe in Education and Working Together to Safeguard Children, and outlines roles, responsibilities and procedures for reporting concerns, investigations and liaison with social services and the police. All staff and volunteers receive training and enhanced DBS checks; incidents are recorded and stored securely, with the Principal overseeing safeguarding and liaison with external agencies as required.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The school has three locations: the main campus in San Lorenzo, the Milton House building in the centre of Ciudad Jardín for Infant education, and an Infant and Primary school in Maspalomas. The San Lorenzo campus extends more than 60,000m² and houses the Primary, Secondary and VI Form departments, as well as support facilities such as the theatre and the sports hall. Milton House provides Infant education. Maspalomas hosts Infants and Primary, serving families in the south of the island.	Facilities overview Oakley College is located in Tafira Alta, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, on a single campus that hosts four departments for ages 2–18: Early Years, Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form. The school is about 15 minutes from Las Palmas and well connected to the island's motorways. The Early Years department is housed in a large, bright and airy chalet located 4 minutes from the main campus. The campus includes two buildings where meals are prepared daily as part of Healthy School Meals; meals are 3-course and include a vegetarian option. About 80% of the school day is taught in English, and up to four languages are offered: English, Spanish, French and German.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The San Lorenzo campus includes a sports hall. Maspalomas has a large sports area. Maspalomas also features a Splash Park, a water play area. Maspalomas has an extensive outdoor environment for physical activity.	Sports facilities After-school activities include football, basketball, tennis, volleyball, judo, modern dance and rhythmic gymnastics. All Oakley students can sign up for these activities and programs. Some activities are taught by school staff, while others are taught by external specialized teachers, and a small additional charge may apply. A Registration Form is available to enroll in these activities.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities —	Academic facilities The Oakley Curriculum is based on the British International model, with emphasis on linguistic competence and life skills, the arts, music and sport. The British curriculum is taught in English by UK-qualified teachers, with Spanish language and social studies (geography and history of Spain) taught in Spanish by Spanish staff. In the Sixth Form, students access Spanish Bachillerato with A-Levels or International A-Levels to access universities in Spain and around the world. Cambridge English Language exams (FCE, CAE, CPE) are available to students as part of the language program. Accelerated Learning identifies and develops each student's learning style to boost motivation and achievement, complemented by Life Skills, strong pastoral care, and SEN support.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Basketball Club offers a sporting/academic project. The basketball programme allows students to combine their studies with high-level sport, with university scholarships earned by several students. Basketball Camps run in summer, Christmas and Easter.	Extra curricular facilities There are a large number of after-school activities and programs, and each year they change and expand to meet student demand. All students can sign up for these activities and programs. Activities include Football, Basketball, Tennis, PEQUECHEF, Judo, Volleyball, Modern Dance and Rhythmic Gymnastics. Some activities are taught by teachers and others by external specialists, with an extra charge for some activities. A Registration Form is available to enroll.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Founded in 1972 by Beryl Pritchard, Canterbury School began as a small kindergarten with seventeen pupils in a chalet in Ciudad Jardin. It has grown into a multi-campus British international school in the Canary Islands, educating more than a thousand pupils with about eighty qualified teachers. The campuses include Milton House (Infants) in Las Palmas, San Lorenzo (Primary/Secondary/VI Form) in Las Palmas, and Maspalomas (Infants/Primary) on Gran Canaria.	History Oakley College was founded in 1989 when Donat and Mary Morgan opened a nursery with 32 children aged 3 and 4. The school grew in a family-like, child-centred environment and later moved to a converted chalet in Los Hoyos as it expanded. In September 2005 the school moved to the Zuloaga site in Tafira Alta, with an A-level block added in 2011. February 2019 saw the opening of Oakley Park with extensive outdoor facilities and a new primary building for ages 2-9 opened in January 2021. The school reinvests 100% of income into development, and the values of Respect, Responsibility and Resolving Problems remain central to the learning and the family atmosphere.
Community	Community The school's vision is to create a unified learning community that inspires a can-do culture, challenge, and care. The mission is to provide education through a stimulating 21st-century curriculum that promotes progress and equal opportunity. The school emphasizes developing the whole child, nurturing emotional and physical well-being, and celebrating individual talents in a secure, caring environment. It operates in a bilingual working environment and aims for pupils to become global citizens. The school's values are Responsibility, Friendship, Respect, and Unity.	Community Oakley College hosts weekly assemblies where pupils share what they have learnt with students and parents. The school runs theatrical productions in both Primary and Secondary, and marks major celebrations such as Halloween, Christmas, Canary Day and Carnival, culminating in graduation ceremonies for each stage. Throughout the year, Term 1 events include Black History Month, Hello Yellow Mental Health Day, Poetry Day, Remembrance Day, and International Day; Term 2 features Spanish Peace Day, Safer Internet Day, World Book Day and Carnival; Term 3 includes Earth Day, World Oceans Day and Race Against Hunger. These activities involve the whole school community—students, staff and parents—across departments.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school offers Cambridge International Examinations (IGCSE and A Levels). The Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards recognize top performances, with Top in Spain recognitions in subjects including Psychology, English Language, Business, Biology, Geography and Mathematics across multiple years. These awards demonstrate the school's strong Cambridge examination track record.	Academic & intellectual After-school activities and programs extend and challenge students beyond the curriculum. Activities vary each term and students choose their preferences in consultation with their class teacher or tutor. Some activities are taught by the school's teachers, while others are led by external specialist instructors, and there is an extra charge for some programs.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Arts & Music are integrated into the curriculum to inspire creativity. Arts & Music education aims to inspire and challenge students, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to create works of art through drawing, painting and sculpture and to develop a love of music and talent as musicians. The program emphasizes understanding great artists and musicians and the historical and cultural development of their work.	Arts & creative Modern Dance and PEQUECHEF are offered as after-school activities. The programs give students opportunities to explore creative performance and culinary skills beyond classroom lessons. Some activities are run by external specialists and may incur an additional charge.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language English immersion is the learning framework. The program places a strong emphasis on the Spanish language, literature and Canarian culture. Students begin studying a third language from age 11.	Cultural & language Annual events celebrate culture and language. Canary Day features Canarian dancing, sports and traditional games, with parents joining for a Canarian food celebration. Spanish Peace Day is observed in Term 2. World Book Day and International Day are celebrated, along with other cultural days such as Earth Day, World Oceans Day and World Bee Day.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Basketball Club is a sporting/academic project that allows students to combine studies with high-level sport, with several university scholarships awarded. Basketball Camp is offered in summer, Christmas and Easter under the direction of coach Santi Lopez. Astropi Computing Club is available for advanced computing.	Social & hobbies There are after-school activities including team sports such as football, basketball, tennis and volleyball. There are arts-based options such as Modern Dance and Rhythmic Gymnastics. Students sign up for activities, and some programs involve external instructors and additional charges.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service We encourage our students to look beyond themselves and their school and to take an interest in the wider community and global issues. Halloween events raise funds for charity through a Halloween Disco. Race Against Hunger is a sport activity to raise funds for Action against Hunger.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional Weekly assemblies help pupils develop self-confidence, drama and public speaking. Theatrical productions in Primary and Secondary give pupils opportunities to act, dance and sing in public, building leadership and presentation skills. Graduation ceremonies celebrate the next steps as students move on to university studies.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school emphasizes emotional and physical well-being. The Maspalomas campus has an extensive outdoor environment, a large sports area and a Splash Park to support physical activity and safe exploration. Emotional, social and personal development are part of the daily learner experience. Physical Education helps students lead healthy and active lives.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Life Skills (PSHE) is taught weekly in every year group. It is organized under three headings: Health and Wellbeing, Relationships, and Living in the Wider World. Topics include mental health and emotional wellbeing, healthy lifestyles, safe online life, media literacy, money matters and work and career considerations.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision The school uses English and Spanish as working languages. Students experience English immersion and study Spanish language and literature as well as Canarian culture. A third language is introduced at age 11.	Language provision English is the language of instruction for English-medium subjects. Spanish language and Social Studies (Geography and History of Spain) are taught in Spanish. A third language, German or French, is introduced at Key Stage 3. In the Sixth Form, A-Level courses include French, German, Spanish, and English, and Spanish as a Second Language is available.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school teaches in English and Spanish, with English immersion. There is a strong emphasis on Spanish language, literature and Canarian culture. A third language is studied from age 11.	Bilingual teaching The core curriculum is taught in English with Spanish language and Social studies (geography and history of Spain) taught in Spanish.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs English immersion is provided. Spanish language and literature and Canarian culture are emphasized within the program. A third language is studied from age 11.	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards include Top in Spain in various subjects (A Level, AS Level, IGCSE) across multiple years (e.g., 2022, 2021, 2019, 2018, etc.).	Awards El Mundo's 2026 Best International Schools List
Accreditations	Accreditations IB Diploma Programme (DP) authorized as an IB World School; Cambridge Outstanding Learner Awards (multiple years)	Accreditations NABSS inspected Recognised by British and Spanish authorities as a formal teaching centre
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. VISIT US The school accepts students from any area of residence and with different skills and talents; it is not a selective school. Your child can join the school at any time during the school year and in any age group, as long as there is a place available. Our highly experienced Admissions team will guide you through the entire process. Arrange a guided tour of the school with the Admissions team to meet staff, see the school in action, and experience the international atmosphere. 2. APPLY FOR PLACEMENT From Year 2 to Year 13, academic reports will be requested and a meeting will be scheduled between the student and the department head. If there are no places available in the requested course, the school will include your child on the waiting list and contact you as soon as a place becomes available. 3. FILL OUT ADMISSIONS DOCUMENTATION If the outcome of the visit is positive and places are available, you will be asked to complete the necessary Admissions Documentation to secure your child's place.	Admissions 1. Visit Oakley College during the year to observe a normal day of learning. A guided tour around the school is available with the director, allowing you to see students in class and to ask questions. The visit communicates the school's approach to learning, its values, and the emphasis on life skills. You gain a sense of the environment to help determine if Oakley College meets your family's needs. 2. Learn about the school's international education and university preparation. The international education prepares students for university in Spain (including the EBAU) and in the United Kingdom, as well as other countries around the world. The visit explains the school's learning methods and values, with an emphasis on happiness and life skills. The program supports development from Early Years through to university readiness. 3. Arrange to visit or obtain more information. The school provides an Admissions Procedure and Fees document for reference. The Prospectus and the Application Form are also available to help families learn about the school and how to apply. 4. Access important admissions materials. The Prospectus is available online, the Application Form is available online, and the Admissions Procedure and Fees documents are accessible. These materials provide background on Oakley College, outline the steps to apply, and explain the costs involved. They help families understand what is required to complete the application process.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist If there are no places available in the requested course, your child will be placed on the waiting list. You will be contacted as soon as a place becomes available.	Waitlist —
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