Deutsche Schule Malaga vs Torrequebrada International College

	D Deutsche Schule Malaga Malaga, Spain	T Torrequebrada International College Malaga, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €5,255 - 6,750	Fees / year €4,180 - 5,680
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 2 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, German Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 700	Pupils 799
Typical class size	Typical class size 25	Typical class size 20
Instruction language	Instruction language German, Spanish	Instruction language English, Spanish
Opened	Opened 1898	Opened 2004
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The Deutsche Schule Málaga is located at C. Velazquez, 1-5, 29612 Ojón, Málaga. It sits on the Costa del Sol in Málaga province. Nine bus lines cover the Málaga–Estepona coast, and student transport is GPS-tracked.	Location Benalmádena, Málaga, Spain (Calle Ronda del Golf Este 7-11, 29639 Benalmádena, Málaga)
Stages	Stages Kindergarten; Grundschule (primary); Sekundarstufe I (lower secondary); Oberstufe / Sekundarstufe II (upper secondary).	Stages Infant PYP; Primary PYP; Secondary MYP; Baccalaureate DP
School type	School type Independent private school that belongs to the worldwide network of official German overseas schools and is staffed and financially supported by Germany. It is recognized by both the German and Spanish Ministries of Education.	School type International Baccalaureate World School offering IB programmes (PYP, MYP, DP)
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix More than 30 nationalities are represented in the educational community
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Intensive language support in the Kindergarten; German as a Foreign Language from Grade 1; Förder- und Forderunterricht in Deutsch und Mathematik (remedial and advanced support), including support for dyslexia/dyscalculia and gifted education; pedagogische Zweitkräfte in core subjects.	Additional learning support Psycho-educational guidance and first aid services: a Psycho-educational Guidance Office handles pupil care, teacher support, observation, diagnosis and follow-up; university orientation tests for High School pupils; guidance talks for parents; first aid service with health education projects and emergency protocols
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Germany; affiliated with the official network of German overseas schools.	Country affiliation Spain
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure The school operates as a two-stream, open all-day school with an optional afternoon program.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details Transport is provided by Avanza (Portillo) with GPS tracking. Eleven buses cover the coast from Málaga city to Estepona. Morning and afternoon departures are offered (first at 14:45, second at 16:25 on weekdays), with detailed routes for the individual lines.	Bus service details Transport is provided as part of the school services; Transport is listed as a service at Primary
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and deposit fees - One-time enrollment (Aufnahmegebühr) per student: €1,400.00. - One-time security deposit (Kaution) per family: €1,500.00. The deposit is not interest-bearing and is refundable under the school's stated conditions. One-off and general annual charges - Student accident insurance (annual): €40.00. - Teaching materials contribution (Lehrmittelbeitrag, annual): €100.00. - Classroom trips / accompanying activities (annual): €55.00. - Final exam (Abitur / Reifeprüfung) contribution: €100.00. - Spanish language support for new entrants (up to 2 school years): €950.00. Tuition fees by year group (annual amount and installment plan) - Kindergarten and preschool: Annual fee €7,085.00 — payable in 10 monthly instalments of €708.50. School meals included for these groups. - Year 1: Annual fee €6,760.00 — payable in 10 monthly instalments of €676.00. School meals included. - Years 2–6: Annual fee €5,415.00 — payable in 10 monthly instalments of €541.50. - Years 7–9: Annual fee €5,720.00 — payable in 10 monthly instalments of €572.00. - Years 10–11: Annual fee €6,405.00 — payable in 10 monthly instalments of €640.50. - Year 12: Annual fee €6,405.00 — payable in 8 monthly instalments of €800.63. IT and device contributions - Classes 8–11: iPad contribution €190.00 — alternatively payable as 10 monthly instalments of €19.00. - Class 12: iPad contribution €190.00 — alternatively payable as 8 monthly instalments of €23.75. School transport (bus) fees Annual fee and equivalent monthly amount by route: - Elviria, Monumento de la Paz - Víbora: Annual €1,500.00 — monthly €150.00. - La Reserva – El Faro / Ricmar – Bahía de Marbella: Annual €1,845.00 — monthly €184.50. - Mezquita – Higuerón / Arco Marbella - Alzambra: Annual €1,895.00 — monthly €189.50. - Torrequebrada – Málaga / N. Andalucía - Estepona: Annual €2,065.00 — monthly €206.50. School meals - Annual meal contribution (for Classes 2–12): €1,325.00 — monthly equivalent €132.50. (Note: meals are included for Kindergarten and Year 1 as stated under those year-group fees.) Other potential costs - School uniform: School uniform is mandatory and is supplied through the school's designated uniform supplier. Specific uniform rules and the supplier are designated by the school. - Additional separate charges may apply for excursions, extracurricular activities, canteen, school transport and other optional services. Billing schedule and payment terms - Standard billing: Tuition is charged monthly in advance and collected by direct debit from the bank account designated for this purpose. Collection occurs on the 5th day of the month by bank direct debit. Cash payment of tuition fees is not accepted. - Instalment counts: Most year groups are billed as 10 monthly instalments; Year 12 uses 8 instalments. The instalment amounts shown above reflect those schedules. - Annual-payment option: Parents may pay the entire year's tuition in a single advance payment; in that case the deposit requirement is waived. The annual invoice must be paid by bank transfer by 15 August following receipt of the annual invoice. - Late payment penalties: A monthly reminder fee of €10 is charged for any payment default. Overdue interest is charged at 15% per annum from the first day of delinquency until payment. Payments are allocated to the oldest outstanding invoices. Repeated non-payment may lead to immediate exclusion from school attendance and withholding of school reports until outstanding amounts are settled. - Bank details for transfers (account holder shown by the school): IBAN ES26 0049 0670 3820 1099 2216, BIC/SWIFT BSCHESMMXXX. Direct-debit collection is the standard payment method. Cancellation and refund rules - Enrollment and deposit payment: The enrollment fee and the deposit must be paid before the pupil's start at the school; payment makes the place binding. - Refund of enrollment fee on cancellation prior to first attendance: - Cancellation at least four months before planned school entry: 80% refund of the enrollment fee. - Cancellation less than four months before planned entry: 50% refund of the enrollment fee. - Cancellation later than three weeks before planned start: no refund of the enrollment fee. - Deposit refund and conditions: The deposit is repaid only after the family's last child has left the school and only upon written request. Outstanding school-fee claims at the time of departure are offset against the deposit. The deposit repayment claim expires five years after the departure of the last child. The deposit is not interest-bearing. - Termination notice: Withdrawal from the school can only take effect at the end of a calendar month and must be given in writing at least 30 days in advance; failure to meet this notice period triggers an obligation to pay one month's fee. Identical notice conditions apply to use of school bus and school meals. Boarding fees - Boarding: Not applicable. Deutsche Schule Málaga operates as a day school and does not list boarding facilities or boarding fees. Fee payment options - Bank direct debit (standard): monthly tuition instalments are collected by SEPA-style bank direct debit on the 5th of each month from the designated account. - Bank transfer: full annual tuition may be paid by bank transfer by the stated deadline; the school provides IBAN and BIC for transfers. Cash payment of tuition is not accepted. No credit-card payment method is specified in the published fee information.	Fee details Overview Colegio Internacional Torrequebrada is a private bilingual day school that also offers boarding provision for older students. It teaches through the International Baccalaureate continuum from Infant to Baccalaureate. Application / enrolment fee - New-student enrolment (one-off, non-refundable): approximately EUR 495. - Re-enrolment / annual reservation fee for returning students: approximately EUR 260. - The enrolment fee is charged once at the point of registration to secure a place. Tuition fees by school stage (typical amounts and term/year equivalents) Note: the following figures are presented as monthly amounts (where published) with an annual and per-term equivalent shown for convenience. Annual totals are calculated from the monthly figure multiplied by 10 months (standard academic-month billing), and the per-term amount is the annual total divided into three terms. - Infant (Early Years / ages ~2–5): - Typical published monthly fee: EUR 392 per month. - Approximate annual fee (10 months): EUR 3,920 per year. - Approximate fee per term (3 terms): EUR 1,307 per term. - Primary (ages ~6–11): - Typical published monthly fee: EUR 450 per month. - Approximate annual fee (10 months): EUR 4,500 per year. - Approximate fee per term (3 terms): EUR 1,500 per term. - Secondary / ESO (ages ~12–16): - Typical published monthly fee: EUR 490 per month. - Approximate annual fee (10 months): EUR 4,900 per year. - Approximate fee per term (3 terms): EUR 1,633 per term. - Baccalaureate / IB Diploma (ages ~16–18): - Typical published monthly fee: EUR 542 per month. - Approximate annual fee (10 months): EUR 5,420 per year. - Approximate fee per term (3 terms): EUR 1,807 per term. Boarding / residence fees (where applicable) - Boarding is available for Baccalaureate-age students (residence provision). Typical boarding availability is noted for senior students; specific boarding fees are charged in addition to tuition and vary by room type and level of service. Typical private-school boarding supplements in the area should be expected on top of the tuition figures above. Other compulsory or commonly charged costs - School lunch / cafeteria: approximately EUR 128 per month (contracted for the full school year). Equivalent annual: ~EUR 1,280. - School transport (bus): typical published range EUR 131–171 per month depending on route. Equivalent annual: ~EUR 1,310–1,710. - Before-school care / aula matinal: approximately EUR 67 per month. Equivalent annual: ~EUR 670. - School insurance / medical cover: approximately EUR 51 per year (annual charge). - Uniforms and footwear: purchase of required uniform items is charged separately; families should budget for an initial uniform purchase in the first year and replacement items thereafter (typical private-school uniform costs in the area are not included in tuition). Extra costs such as textbooks, technology devices (where required), language exam fees, specific course materials, and some trips are charged in addition to basic tuition. Billing schedule and payment terms - The school issues tuition charges on a regular billing schedule and offers standard options for payment in full or by instalments. Common payment patterns used locally include annual payment, fraccionado in two instalments (half on enrolment and half mid-year) or monthly instalments across the academic months. Where instalments are selected, there may be administrative terms that apply. Families typically provide a formal enrolment payment at registration to secure the place. Refund / cancellation policy - Enrollment/reservation fees are treated as one-off payments to secure a place and are non-refundable in standard practice. Tuition refunds or partial refunds for early withdrawal, mid-year departures, or cancellation follow the school's published admissions and billing policies and are handled on a case-by-case contractual basis. Families should expect that certain fees (for example admission/enrolment charges and any paid-per-service items) will not be refundable once the place or service has been confirmed. Accepted methods of payment - The school accepts standard bank transfer payments and card payments where supported; direct-debit and other electronic payment methods are typically accepted for recurring instalments. Specific payment instruments and instructions are provided directly on the school billing documentation. Other notes on additional charges - Extra-curricular activities, specialist clubs, music lessons, horseback riding, sports camps and external examination fees are charged separately. - Occasional or ad-hoc charges (school trips, international exchanges, examination invigilation fees for external qualifications) are billed as they occur. - Sibling discounts, early-payment discounts or negotiated payment plans may be available under the school's standard admissions/finance arrangements.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The school has a mandatory school uniform. There are rules for school and sports clothing, including guidance for different year groups, and a uniform shop is available at tienda.uniformessainz.com.	Uniform requirement The school has a uniform. The uniform symbolises unity and carries the motto UT UNUM SINT. There is a school shop inside the campus and an online booking service to purchase uniform items; opening hours are Monday 9:00–10:30 and 15:00–17:30, and Tuesday to Friday 9:30–10:30 and 15:30–15:30.
Food options	Food options Serunion operates the Schulkantine, providing balanced and healthy meals prepared with Spanish olive oil and seasonal ingredients. The program addresses food allergies and intolerances, with gluten-free menus available; February 2026 menus exist for Kindergarten and for OS/GS.	Food options The school has on-site food prepared by a large kitchen team. The menu is based on the Harvard Plate model with a balanced main course supported by two islands of varied dishes, including raw vegetables. Bread, fruit and water are provided daily.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is an independent private school that belongs to the global network of official German Auslandsschulen and is staffed and financially supported by Germany.	Governance and ownership The school is part of Affinitas Education, an international group of bilingual and international schools. Affinitas provides resources, training and an international network to support schools while allowing them to maintain their own identity.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The Deutsche Schule Málaga is an independent private school that belongs to the global network of official German Auslandsschulen and is supported by Germany in terms of personnel and funding. The school is recognized by both the German and Spanish ministries of education. It is a bilingual encounter school with a German-Spanish curriculum and aims to bring German and Spanish students together. The school offers Kindergarten, Grundschule, Sekundarstufe I, and Oberstufe/Sekundarstufe II, with Deutsches Internationales Abitur as the senior qualification. An integrated music school provides instrumental instruction and there are extracurricular activities. Nine bus lines serve the Málaga–Estepona area for school transport, and the school fosters intercultural exchange and the European idea.	Curriculum details IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) from Infant to Baccalaureate; private bilingual school with instruction in English and Spanish; experiential curriculum that combines academic learning with real-world experiences. Diploma Programme delivered with roughly 80% Spanish and 20% English.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression Access to prestigious universities in Spain and around the world; personalised guidance tools for each student to choose their path with confidence and success.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented An integrated music school offers instrumental lessons, and the school participates in Musikschul-Projekt and Jugend musiziert to support musically talented students.	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The Beratungs- und Inklusionsteam (OeI) is a multidisciplinary team established to promote the holistic development of students and to contribute to ongoing educational quality improvements. The team focuses on the individual support of students, families, and teachers and promotes inclusive approaches to diversity. It conducts psycho-pedagogical diagnostics to identify specific needs and provides counseling for teachers in multicultural contexts. It develops measures for family counseling, prevention, and early recognition of learning difficulties, and coordinates with external services to create an inclusive and safe environment. In cases of bullying, it applies a No Blame Approach and emphasizes confidentiality, voluntary participation, and the use of personal resources to build resilience.	Social & emotional learning The school has a Psycho-educational Guidance Office which, in coordination with Management, deals with pupil care; teacher support; observation, diagnosis and follow-up; professional/university orientation tests for High School pupils and guidance talks for parents. The First Aid service covers accidents and unforeseen health problems during school hours, with an accident insurance plan that allows referrals to medical centres with which we have agreements. The department carries out health education projects and prevention programmes for students, adapted to their different ages and needs through the organisation of training courses, conferences and specific projects and other activities. It is responsible for developing and maintaining the school's protocols for action in matters related to the health and well-being of our students. Finally, CIT staff have basic first aid skills and are able to act if necessary in an emergency.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) DS Málaga has an Inclusion and Counseling Team (OeI) dedicated to supporting students with special educational needs. The team identifies needs through psycho-pedagogical diagnostics and develops targeted interventions and supports. It coordinates with families and external services to provide inclusive, individualized support and to maximize each student's potential. The team emphasizes collaboration among students, families, and staff to ensure a safe and accessible learning environment.	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school provides four languages at a high level. From kindergarten through primary, students communicate in German and Spanish; English is taught from grade 5 and French from grade 9 in the upper school. German students arriving without prior Spanish language knowledge receive individualized support to integrate into regular classes.	English as an additional language The Educational Philosophy describes a multilingual educational project. Extracurricular activities include English, German and French.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The OeI includes a school psychologist and social pedagogues who provide counseling in personal, scholastic, or emotional matters. It runs group workshops to develop social skills, resilience, and emotional regulation. The team undertakes preventive measures to promote well-being and prevent difficulties and coordinates with families and external professionals for targeted support. It leads safety and health initiatives and mediates conflicts to maintain a positive school climate.	Mental wellbeing Emotional and physical well-being are key to meaningful learning. The school accompanies students in all dimensions of their growth, ensuring that their educational experience is enriching not only academically, but also personally and emotionally. We are a Positive Discipline school, and our teachers are trained in this approach. The Culture of Care emphasizes that students feel safe, respected, and connected, and safeguarding policies are enacted daily. The safeguarding curriculum includes Relationship & Sex Education; Protective Behaviours; and Digital Safety & Citizenship.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Safeguarding is a central focus of the OeI. The team coordinates prevention and early detection of difficulties and works with external services to ensure a safe, inclusive environment. It uses a variety of tools, including mediation programs for resolving conflicts and the No Blame Approach in bullying cases; confidentiality and voluntary participation are central to its work.	Safeguarding We are committed to providing a school environment where students are valued, heard and supported by trusted adults; staff are supported to thrive professionally and emotionally; families are welcomed as trusted partners; safeguarding policies are turned into daily, visible and proactive daily actions. We provide ongoing training, set clear behaviour standards, and ensure these are applied consistently by all staff. Key policies include Safeguarding & Child Protection; Anti-Bullying & Positive Behaviour; Staff Code of Conduct; Whistleblowing, Health & Safety, First Aid; Digital Safety & Acceptable Use. Our safeguarding curriculum in the learning program includes Relationship & Sex Education; Protective Behaviours; and Digital Safety & Citizenship. Safer recruitment follows international best practices with identity, qualifications and reference checks, background screening and social media reviews; contracts are conditional until standards are met.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Our campus sits on a hillside forested with pine and cork trees and features a park-like layout. In 2018 the complete renovation of the kindergarten building and the redesign of the kindergarten outdoor areas were completed. The science laboratories are professionally equipped, the spaces for music and art are newly designed and bright, and the cafeteria is modern. All buildings are connected by a fiber-optic network, enabling multimedia teaching in all classrooms.	Facilities overview Learning Landscapes create a relational and well-being environment that values the academic, social and emotional aspects of each student. Spaces and materials act as a third ally in the learning process, not mere containers, but inspiring and enriching contexts. They are open, transparent and connected, designed to adapt to students and foster collaboration, interdisciplinarity and meaningful relationships. Learning landscapes encourage students to learn, explore, share and grow, with spaces that support both academic and personal development. The spaces are innovative, flexible and welcoming, supporting academic, emotional and social growth.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The school provides professionally equipped science laboratories to support science education. The spaces for music and art are newly designed, bright, and purpose-built for creative subjects. A modern cafeteria supports student dining. All buildings are connected by fiber-optic cables, enabling multimedia teaching in all classrooms.	Academic facilities The school offers a continuum of International Baccalaureate programmes (PYP, MYP and DP) from Infant to Baccalaureate. The curriculum emphasizes inquiry-based and competence-based learning and includes an innovative Experiential Curriculum designed for self-knowledge, talent discovery and the development of social and emotional skills. The combination of IB programmes and the Experiential Curriculum enables each student to build a complete and unique portfolio. The spaces are innovative, flexible and welcoming to inspire creativity, tolerance and solidarity.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities DS Málaga offers a wide range of after-school activities for Kindergarten through 12th grade. These activities are provided by external providers, with the school supplying the spaces and coordinating the program for the school year. Activities include football, athletics, ball games, basketball, volleyball, chess, robotics, golf, school choir, percussion, horticulture, art, yoga and meditation, cardio fitness, tennis, judo, piano, ceramics, fencing, and more. Registration is conducted exclusively online via the extracurricular activities website, with semester-based scheduling and related implementation details provided by the coordinators.	Extra curricular facilities Sports: Basketball, Chess, Football, Padel and Judo; Arts: Ballet, Showdance and Acrobatics, Theatre, Mural Drawing and Design, Drawing and Painting, Official School of Music, Flamenco, Rhythmic Gymnastics, Music and Movement, Piano; Languages: German, French, English; Other: Robotics, Aloha, Cooking & Nutrition, Programming.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History The Deutsche Schule Málaga has stood for excellent education since its founding in 1898. It is an independent private school that is part of the global network of official German overseas schools and receives personnel and financial support from Germany. The school is recognized by both the German and Spanish Ministries of Education. In 2022 it was awarded the "Excellent German Auslandsschule" quality seal for the third time, following awards in 2008 and 2014. Soon after its founding, it became an encounter school open to Spanish children and aimed to bilingually educate German and Spanish students; today it continues to promote intercultural exchange and European thinking beyond traditional bilingual education.	History Founded in 2004, Torrequebrada International School opened its doors and has since developed an educational project with unique characteristics, consolidating its position as a reference in international education in the province of Malaga. Thanks to a bilingual approach, an innovative educational model, and international values, the educational community has grown to more than 30 nationalities. It offers a high-quality international education that combines academic excellence with a contemporary and evolving approach, aiming to foster knowledge and the development of 21st-century social and emotional skills. The school fosters a multicultural environment where students feel comfortable, valued, and supported, promoting a trusting atmosphere that strengthens emotional and personal wellbeing. International education is essential in a global society, and the school encourages enquiry and critical thinking to prepare students for future study and life.
Community	Community Parents are represented by the Elternvertretung (parent council), which represents guardians' interests in shaping the school's educational and upbringing work and promotes the school's mission. The Elternvertretung holds at least four meetings a year and informs parents by providing minutes. Its work focuses on collecting ideas, discussing concerns, and fostering open dialogue among parents, students, teachers, school leadership, and the Patronato. Current projects include organizing the Weihnachtsbasar (Christmas Bazaar), organizing the Sommerfest (Summer Festival), promoting German and Spanish language, maintaining the library, running etiquette courses, drug-awareness education, school uniforms, environmental awareness, social engagement, gifted education, nutrition in the cafeteria, information resources, and extracurricular activities.	Community Affinitas Education's Culture of Care is a promise, not a program. It ensures every student and adult feels safe, supported, and valued, with safeguarding, trust, responsibility, and equality/diversity as core values. The safeguarding commitment includes policies, ongoing training, daily actions, and safer recruitment. Safeguarding is embedded in the curriculum and daily practice, including digital safety and anti-bullying, and families are welcomed as trusted partners.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association Patronato, the school's Patronage Association, is the highest governing body of the Colegio Alemán de Málaga. It is composed of ordinary members (parents or guardians of students), collaborating members, and honorary members. Admission requires a written application to the Board, with secret voting. The Patronato's aims include creating and maintaining a general education school with curricula approved by German authorities and providing German and Spanish qualifications. Its organs are the General Assembly and the Board of Directors, with the General Assembly representing all members. Membership rights and duties are defined, including limited financial liability to annual dues and rules on dissolution.	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school has a differentiated orientation program for professional and academic development, including individual counseling, university talks, and a workshop on how to present a candidature and prepare an interview. It implements a projects-based approach with a focus on ICT competence and responsible digital usage, supported by a quality plan for ICT across the curriculum. Courses for Spanish university admissions (EBAU) are offered to assist students in the admissions process. A number of projects and activities build research, presentation, and academic planning skills throughout the school years.	Academic & intellectual The school operates a multilingual educational project that provides academic, social and personal development opportunities. Innovative methodologies grounded in the learning sciences support how students learn and progress. Critical thinking and personal growth are central, with a focus on moral integrity, collaboration and resilience. Emotional and physical well-being are integral to meaningful learning, and teachers are trained in Positive Discipline.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The school has an integrated music school that provides instrumental lessons for interested students. An extracurricular theatre activity teaches the fundamentals of acting, expression, creativity, and communication. Student poetry and recital activities regularly showcase performances, supporting artistic expression and performance skills. Numerous extracurricular activities also broaden opportunities in arts, sports, and media.	Arts & creative Arts offerings include Ballet, Showdance and Acrobatics, Theatre, Mural Drawing and Design, Drawing and Painting, Official School of Music, Flamenco, Rhythmic Gymnastics, Music and Movement, and Piano. In addition, Robotics is part of the broader extracurricular program.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The school teaches English and French as foreign languages and offers a broad range of extracurricular activities to deepen both languages, including opportunities to demonstrate language proficiency through Cambridge Exams, DELF, European Youth Parliament, and Model United Nations. There is a long-standing school exchange with a partner school in Germany, and students participate in European, national, and international contests such as Jugend musiziert, EYP, and Model United Nations. The intercultural dimension is strengthened through international cooperation and language-focused projects.	Cultural & language Languages offered include German, French and English. The multilingual educational project integrates language learning across the curriculum. Affinitas Education connects CIT to an international network that enables exchanges, inter-school activities and global experiences for students.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The school runs an extracurricular newspaper that contributes to student journalism and communication. A reading mentor scheme involves parents helping with reading in Primary, supporting literacy development. The programme includes theatre performances, poetry readings, and various cultural activities that bring students from different year groups together. Extracurricular activities provide social and cultural outlets beyond the core curriculum.	Social & hobbies A wide range of sports is offered, including Basketball, Chess, Football, Padel and Judo. Arts activities include Ballet, Showdance and Acrobatics, Theatre, Mural Drawing and Design, Drawing and Painting, Flamenco, Rhythmic Gymnastics, Music and Movement, and Piano. Other activities include Robotics, Cooking & Nutrition, and Programming.
Community & service	Community & service A Group of Solidarity Projects participates in community and service initiatives, fostering social responsibility. The school trains mediators to manage conflicts and uses the No Blame Approach with school psychologists to address bullying, reinforcing a respectful school climate. Programs like ‘Students helping students' pair older students with younger peers for tutoring, promoting peer learning and community engagement. The school collaborates with universities, cultural and language institutes, and local organizations to broaden service opportunities.	Community & service Affinitas Education provides an international network of schools that enables exchanges, inter-school activities and global experiences for students. Affinitas emphasizes well-being and a culture of care, with safeguarding protocols, staff support and family involvement. The Culture of Care at Torrequebrada fosters a safe, respectful environment with safeguarding policies and daily actions to support students and families.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Professional and academic orientation is supported by counseling, speaker events, university fairs, and workshops on applying for higher education and preparing job interviews. Students participate in mediation and leadership activities, including student representation and project groups, which build teamwork and decision-making skills. Mentoring programs such as reading buddies involve older students guiding younger peers, developing leadership and interpersonal competencies. The school also collaborates with external partners to broaden leadership and internship opportunities.	Leadership & professional Cooperation and leadership are encouraged, with students learning to work in teams, show empathy across cultures and collaborate with diverse communities. Students are prepared to think innovatively and develop entrepreneurial skills as part of an experiential learning approach. A focus on critical thinking and personal growth supports student autonomy and readiness for future challenges.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing From the third grade onward, health education and prevention training are provided through dedicated workshops addressing physical and mental well-being. Dance and etiquette workshops form part of personal development, helping students navigate social contexts. School sport teams compete regionally, and there are organized excursions and trips that promote physical activity, teamwork, and well-being. The program emphasizes balanced development through sports, health education, and structured outdoor activities.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Emotional and physical well-being are central to learning, and a balanced student can learn and grow more fully. Safeguarding and daily actions underpin a safe, caring environment for students. Staff wellbeing and safeguarding training support the school's ability to care for students.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision German is the language of instruction in the bilingual program, with Spanish as the host-country language and taught as a second language and mother tongue. English and French are highly valued foreign languages, with additional programs and opportunities to demonstrate language skills (e.g., Cambridge Exams, DELF, European Youth Parliament, Model United Nations). English proficiency is described as excellent, and foreign-language offerings include extensive exposure beyond regular classroom instruction.	Language provision The school uses a multilingual curriculum with bilingual instruction in English and Spanish. English and Spanish are the primary instructional languages; German and French appear as extracurricular activities.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching German-Spanish bilingual education is offered. Kindergarten starts at age 3; Primary School covers grades 1–4; Secondary I and II cover grades 5–12. The German International Abitur is recognized, with some adaptations to the Spanish system to obtain official recognition. Spanish is the host-country language and is taught as a second guiding language and also as a mother tongue.	Bilingual teaching The MYP is delivered in bilingual mode (English and Spanish), covering the Spanish curriculum.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards Exzellente Deutsche Auslandsschule quality seal (Excellent German International School quality seal) – awarded for the third time in October 2022.	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations Part of the global network of official German international schools abroad. Funded by Germany (personnel and financial support). Recognized by the German Ministry of Education and the Spanish Ministry of Education.	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions We admit students of all nationalities, provided they meet the linguistic and academic prerequisites for the respective grade level. Access: Kindergarten from 3 years old (no language prerequisites); Primary school: Grades 1–4; Secondary I & II: Grades 5–12 (German International Abitur; Haupt- and Realschulabschluss also possible). Admission procedure: 1. Contact: Please contact us via the form. 2. Information meeting: In a personal conversation we inform you about our school profile, the curriculum, the daily routine and the admission procedure. 3. Admission decision: At the beginning of March we begin admitting applicants for Kindergarten. In higher grade levels, admissions are carried out according to the availability of places. Important dates: Application start: Applications are accepted year-round. Application deadline: End of February for Kindergarten. For later inquiries we consider individual solutions within the framework of available places. Why Deutsche Schule Málaga? - Bilingual education (German/Spanish) - Recognized German International Abitur - Excellent English skills - Intercultural community - Modern facilities - Diverse school life.	Admissions 01 Request information: Fill in the admission form and we will contact you to answer your questions and arrange a visit. 02 Appointment with the admissions team: We will welcome you at CIT to meet you, talk about our educational project and show you our facilities. 03 Offer of a place: We will inform you about the availability of places and the next steps in the admission process. 04 Admission interview: A key moment to get to know the student, their interests, expectations and academic aspirations.
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