El Limonar International School Murcia - Buenavista Campus vs King's College The British School of Alicante

	E El Limonar International School Murcia - Buenavista Campus Alicante, Spain	K King's College The British School of Alicante Alicante, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €7,350 - 9,990	Fees / year €6,100 - 12,800
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 2 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels	Curriculum IB (DP), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Pupils	Pupils 880	Pupils 1,240
Typical class size	Typical class size 18	Typical class size 24
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Spanish	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1990	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location ELIS Murcia operates across two campuses in Murcia, Spain: Buenavista Campus for Early Years and Primary, and Montevida Campus for Secondary and Sixth Form. Buenavista spans 63,000 square metres and includes IT suites, science laboratories, art rooms, drama and music studios, plus an open-air amphitheatre, tennis and paddle courts, a swimming pool, and extensive sports pitches. Montevida spans 15,000 square metres and offers specialist facilities for athletics, theatre studies, art and design, music, sciences and investigation; the Montevida campus is located in Montevida, La Alberca, Murcia. The campuses are designed to provide a modern, environmentally mindful learning environment across a complete curriculum.	Location Glorieta del Reino Unido 5, Alicante 03008, Spain. King's College Alicante is located on the outskirts of Alicante with easy communication to the city by road and by public transport. It is housed in a modern, purpose-built building with state-of-the-art facilities designed for children between the ages of 2 and 18 (from Nursery to Year 13).
Stages	Stages Infant to Baccalaureate: Early Years 3–5; Primary 5–11; Secondary 11–16; Sixth Form 16–18.	Stages Ages 2-18 (Nursery to Year 13). The school includes Early Years, Primary, Secondary, and Sixth Form (Years 12-13).
School type	School type British international private school	School type British international day school.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Learning Support is provided with regular progress monitoring and timely intervention by a dedicated student support team, including scaffolding learning, extending and challenging where appropriate, to support individual needs. Safeguarding, wellbeing and personal development are integral parts of the support framework.	Additional learning support Dedicated pastoral and wellbeing leader coordinates support for pupils' needs within the curriculum.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation British international school using the UK National Curriculum (England and Wales) in its curriculum mix.	Country affiliation British
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation Christian (ecumenical) values; teaching includes Christian Faith from an ecumenical point of view; other faiths may opt out.
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details A reliable school transport service with professional drivers and monitors operates to bring students safely to and from school. Bus routes cover Murcia City areas (e.g., Murcia Gran Vía, Infante, Mariano Rojas, Ladera/Biblioteca, Beniaján, El Portón/Los Jerónimos, and residential developments) and areas in the province (Cartagena, La Manga, Coast, Mazarrón, Fuente Álamo).	Bus service details Bus service with modern buses; buses have seat-belts and are supervised by a responsible adult; pick-up and drop-off times are approximate.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Registration / Application fee - One-time registration (enrolment) fee: EUR 1,500. This fee secures the offered place and is not refundable. Tuition fees (monthly, annual and per term by year group — academic year 2025–2026) - Early Years (Nursery / Reception, ages 3–5): - Monthly fee: EUR 735. - Annual fee (monthly × 10 months, September–June): EUR 7,350. - Per term (annual ÷ 3): EUR 2,450.00. - Primary Years 1–2 (ages 5–7): - Monthly fee: EUR 830. - Annual fee: EUR 8,300. - Per term: EUR 2,766.67. - Primary Years 3–6 (ages 7–11): - Monthly fee: EUR 905. - Annual fee: EUR 9,050. - Per term: EUR 3,016.67. - Secondary Years 7–11 (ages 11–16): - Monthly fee: EUR 985. - Annual fee: EUR 9,850. - Per term: EUR 3,283.33. - Sixth Form Years 12–13 (ages 16–18): - Monthly fee: EUR 999. - Annual fee: EUR 9,990. - Per term: EUR 3,330.00. Billing schedule and payment terms - Fees are stated as monthly amounts and are charged on the school year pattern (September–June). The monthly figures above are the basis for billing across that period; the annual amounts above are calculated as the monthly figure × 10 (September–June), and per-term amounts are the annual amount divided by three. The school offers an annual-payment option: if both tuition and lunch are paid in a single annual payment in September (or prior to September) a 2% early-payment discount applies (discount applies only to tuition). There is an option called “Exams Fees in Advance” in which exam fees can be paid during October–March and held for subsequent exam billing. Boarding fees - The school operates as a day school; no boarding fees are listed or applicable. Compulsory and additional costs - Registration fee: EUR 1,500 one-time (non-refundable). - School lunches (compulsory up to and including Year 11): EUR 165 to EUR 185 per month (varies by age/section; billed September–June). Annual range: EUR 1,650 to EUR 1,850; per term range: EUR 550.00 to EUR 616.67. - Transport (school bus): EUR 180 to EUR 205 per month depending on route. Bus transport is free for the third and subsequent child in a family. Annual range: EUR 1,800 to EUR 2,050; per term range: EUR 600.00 to EUR 683.33. - Examination fees: Additional charges apply for international and subject exam entries (ESOL, German, French language exams; IGCSE in Year 11; AS/A-Level in Years 11–13). Some optional courses may require field trips or investigation trips at extra cost. The school offers an option to pay exam fees in advance (October–March). - Textbooks and digital subscriptions: Textbook lists are published at the end of the third term. All textbooks and digital subscriptions are reserved through the school office; digital subscriptions are billed directly by the school. Expect separate charges for physical textbooks or digital licences. - School uniform: Uniform is compulsory up to the end of Year 11. Uniform is not sold by the school; it is available at El Corte Inglés (Cartagena and Murcia). Budget for uniform purchase and replacement when planning costs. Discounts and sibling allowances - Sibling discount on tuition only: 10% for the second child, 20% for the third child, and 40% for the fourth child onward (applies to tuition). A 2% early-payment discount on tuition applies if tuition and lunch are paid annually in September (or prior). Refund information - The registration (enrolment) fee of EUR 1,500 is expressly non-refundable. Other refund or chargeback arrangements for tuition, lunches, trips, exams or services are governed by the school's admissions and billing policies and are handled by the school's Accounts/Admissions office at point of contract/agreement. Fee payment arrangements and options - Billing structure: monthly billing across the school year (September–June) or a single annual payment in September (discounted). The school also operates an Exams Fees in Advance window (October–March) for exam-related charges. Specific payment methods (for example: bank transfer, direct debit or credit/debit card) and any transaction surcharges are arranged through the school's Admissions / Accounts team at enrolment and on invoicing. Use the school's Admissions / Accounts contact to obtain the invoice details and authorised payment channels.	Fee details Tuition fees (per term and per year by Year group — 2025–2026 academic year) - Pre‑Nursery (ages 2–3): €2,440 (Term 1) + €1,830 (Term 2) + €1,830 (Term 3) — Annual total €6,100. - Nursery (ages 3–4): €3,640 (Term 1) + €2,730 (Term 2) + €2,730 (Term 3) — Annual total €9,100. - Reception (ages 4–5): €3,640 (Term 1) + €2,730 (Term 2) + €2,730 (Term 3) — Annual total €9,100. - Year 1 (ages 5–6): €3,740 (Term 1) + €2,805 (Term 2) + €2,805 (Term 3) — Annual total €9,350. - Year 2 (ages 6–7): €3,820 (Term 1) + €2,865 (Term 2) + €2,865 (Term 3) — Annual total €9,550. - Year 3 (ages 7–8): €4,165 (Term 1) + €3,120 (Term 2) + €3,120 (Term 3) — Annual total €10,405. - Year 4 (ages 8–9): €4,180 (Term 1) + €3,135 (Term 2) + €3,135 (Term 3) — Annual total €10,450. - Year 5 (ages 9–10): €4,220 (Term 1) + €3,165 (Term 2) + €3,165 (Term 3) — Annual total €10,550. - Year 6 (ages 10–11): €4,320 (Term 1) + €3,240 (Term 2) + €3,240 (Term 3) — Annual total €10,800. - Year 7 (ages 11–12): €4,720 (Term 1) + €3,540 (Term 2) + €3,540 (Term 3) — Annual total €11,800. - Year 8 (ages 12–13): €4,790 (Term 1) + €3,595 (Term 2) + €3,595 (Term 3) — Annual total €11,980. - Year 9 (ages 13–14): €4,800 (Term 1) + €3,595 (Term 2) + €3,595 (Term 3) — Annual total €11,990. - Year 10 (ages 14–15): €4,960 (Term 1) + €3,720 (Term 2) + €3,720 (Term 3) — Annual total €12,400. - Year 11 (ages 15–16): €5,120 (Term 1) + €3,840 (Term 2) + €3,840 (Term 3) — Annual total €12,800. - Year 12 (ages 16–17): €5,575 (Term 1) + €4,180 (Term 2) + €4,180 (Term 3) — Annual total €13,935. - Year 13 (ages 17–18): €5,580 (Term 1) + €4,185 (Term 2) + €4,185 (Term 3) — Annual total €13,950. What the tuition covers - Tuition fees include school lunches, textbooks, materials and a technology fee. Application / enrolment fees - A non‑refundable enrolment fee of €1,550 per pupil is payable on acceptance of a place. No reimbursement is made in the event of cancellation. - An annual re‑enrolment fee is billed in the third term each year and is deducted from the first term's fees of the next academic year (amount shown on the school's re‑enrolment billing). Billing schedule and payment terms - Fees are billed and paid termly (three terms per year). Receipts/invoices are presented at the start of each term — within the first ten days of September, January and April. - All fees (including bus service, optional classes and school visits) are payable by direct debit. A €15 charge applies for each rejected direct debit. Exceptions to direct debit require a written exception request to the school finance director. - If fees are unpaid seven days after the due date, the school may refuse attendance; if unpaid after fourteen days, the school may terminate the contract. Notice, withdrawal and refunds - Three months' written notice is required to withdraw a pupil; in lieu of notice three months' fees are payable. Parents must notify intent to leave in writing by the school's notified deadlines for June departure. - No refund is made for absence due to illness or other causes. No refund of the enrolment fee is made if a place is cancelled. No refund is made if notice of departure is given after April 1. - If the school makes a significant change to provision, parents who choose to withdraw within the permitted 21‑day period may do so without being required to give the three‑month notice. - The school will not be liable to refund fees in the event of temporary or permanent closure due to pandemic, terrorism or similar exceptional events. Boarding - Boarding is not applicable to this campus; fees and schedules above apply to day pupils. (The school operates as a day school with optional bus service and compulsory lunches included in fees). Transport (bus) fees and family discounts - Bus fees (listed as € per month) by route: Alicante €198 (return) / €130 (single); Torrevieja–Aspe–Monforte €222 (return) / €141 (single); Altea–Benidorm €244 (return) / €164 (single). Bus charges are payable by direct debit and family discounts apply to the bus service. - Family discounts on Education and Bus Service: 3rd child 10% discount; 4th child 15%; 5th and subsequent children 20%. Other charges and optional services - Induction English (per lesson): Individual €50; Small group €42. - External examination fees (GCSE, IBDP, Cambridge, national tests, etc.) are charged in addition and are included on termly bills where applicable. - Optional classes, extracurricular activities and certain school visits are charged extra; optional classes must be contracted termly or yearly and refunds are not possible for non‑attendance. - Uniform and sports kit are purchased through the school shop; parents are responsible for the cost of uniform and personal writing materials (some textbooks remain school property on loan). Refunds and special cases - No refunds for absence, illness, or where notice of withdrawal is provided after the stated deadlines; specific limited exceptions (e.g., permitted withdrawal after a significant change) are described in the school's terms and conditions. Payment options (practical summary) - Standard payment method: direct debit (mandatory for fees, bus, optional classes and trips). A €15 charge applies to each failed direct debit. Exceptions to direct debit are considered only by written request to the finance director. (End of fees overview)
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Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements Independent day school	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement King's College Alicante has a school uniform. Pupils wear navy blue or black shoes; boys wear tailored trousers and girls wear the official skirt; during winter a blazer is worn and a blue tie is required for boys. The uniform shop on site sells items and appointments are required to visit.
Food options	Food options On-site catering and dining facilities are available	Food options An on-site catering service (Nexalia) prepares meals. The menus are regularly checked by independent experts to ensure balanced, healthy and nutritious meals.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Owned and operated by Cognita; led by an Executive Principal	Governance and ownership The Headteacher leads day-to-day operations with the Board of Directors responsible for policy, finances and practical management. The British School of Alicante SL owns the school and it is a member of Inspired Education Group.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The taught curriculum broadly follows and at times goes beyond the Spanish and English Curriculums for KS1–KS5. It is formally assessed at KS4 by IGCSEs and at KS5 by (I)A levels, with exam boards detailed in Curriculum Guides. GL summative assessments in English and Mathematics are taken at the end of years 2–9. CAT4 assessments are taken in Years 4, 7, 10 and 12, and may be used for new entrants. Time for each subject is explained at the start of the year in parents' meetings and shown on timetables. The curriculum includes the Spanish compulsory elements as required by the Spanish Ministry of Education and local authorities, and promotes British values, lifelong learning, independent thinking, resilience and self-confidence across school life.	Curriculum details King's College Alicante educates students from ages 2 to 18 (Nursery to Year 13). The school uses the English National Curriculum and delivers IGCSEs at the end of Year 11, followed by A-Level courses. It is an IB World School authorised to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, including a bilingual Diploma option at the end of Year 13. French and German are also offered.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression Ex-students have entered British universities and top institutions such as Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial College and LSE. Alumni have also progressed to Stanford University and Duke University, and to universities in Spain including UAM, the Complutense University of Madrid, and Carlos III.
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 Wellbeing sits at the root of everything we do. Caring, compassionate staff uphold high expectations and foster positive relationships to keep students motivated, engaged and successful. Personal development is nurtured through care- and trust-based relationships, promoting social development and positive attitudes. Emotional wellbeing and mental health are central to academic success, with a focus on developing skills to cope with the inevitable challenges students will encounter. The safeguarding framework provides a safe learning environment and empowers students to voice concerns and seek support when needed.	Social & emotional learning Pastoral care is provided by teaching and non-teaching staff as pupils grow and develop in the school. For younger pupils, the class teacher and learning assistant are the initial contacts for help. A dedicated pastoral and wellbeing leader ensures all pupil needs are planned for and met through the curriculum and assembly programme. In the Secondary school, a designated tutor oversees the academic and social welfare of the tutor group via the PSHE programme and year group assemblies, with daily tutor periods and visiting speakers enriching the provision. Senior staff coordinate PSHE and broader pastoral care, and there is an annual Universities Fair with university visits; staff receive training to deliver informed guidance. Regular parent communication is facilitated through newsletters, calendars, handbooks, and parent–teacher consultation evenings; the Headteacher and staff are available by appointment. The school welcomes pupils from diverse backgrounds and teaches Christian values from an ecumenical perspective, with opt‑out options for other faiths as requested by families.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Each child's progress is monitored, measured, and evaluated regularly. The student support team intervenes in a timely manner when a student requires additional support, using scaffolding or challenging approaches to boost learning, and building on the student's strengths to enhance their learning experience.	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language ELIS Murcia offers immersive multilingual education; by graduation, students attain proficiency in three languages. English language development is emphasised from an early age, opening doors to prestigious international universities. The curriculum blends English and Spanish education and includes a third language, supported by pastoral mentoring.	English as an additional language The school uses English as the language of instruction with full immersion in English. French and German are offered as additional languages. The British System emphasizes more than bilingualism in English and Spanish, aiming to develop open-minded, creative individuals through experiential and cross-curricular learning.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Emotional wellbeing and mental health are connected to academic success. We aim to help all students develop skills to deal confidently with the challenges they will encounter during their journey through school and beyond.	Mental wellbeing A dedicated pastoral and wellbeing leader ensures pupil needs are planned for and met through the curriculum and assemblies. In the Secondary school, a designated tutor supports academic and social welfare through the PSHE programme, year group assemblies, and daily tutor periods, with visiting speakers adding to the wellbeing provision. Senior staff oversee the PSHE programme and wider pastoral care, and there is external input from international universities through visits and events such as the Universities Fair, supported by staff training on current guidance. There is a strong emphasis on parent–school communication through newsletters, calendars, reports, and consultation evenings to support student wellbeing and progress.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Safeguarding is a duty of care to protect students' health, wellbeing and human rights. We provide a safe learning environment and equip children with the tools to protect themselves, support each other, share concerns and feel confident to voice their opinions.	Safeguarding The safeguarding policy commits to safeguarding and promoting the welfare, health (including mental health) and safety of pupils, with a clear framework for action. All staff have responsibilities to contribute to a safe environment, know how to respond to disclosures, maintain confidentiality, and refer concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead. The policy applies to all pupils and adults in the College, including during off‑site activities and exchanges. The College is committed to inter‑agency information sharing to secure the best safeguarding outcomes for pupils. The policy aligns with Keeping Children Safe in Education definitions and guidelines, emphasising that safeguarding is everyone's responsibility.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The school has two campuses: Buenavista and Montevida. Buenavista spans 63,000m2 and Montevida spans 15,000m2. Buenavista comprises six buildings, including a new multi-purpose examination and assembly hall, and Early Years facilities opened in January 2015, with Galileo Middle School for Year 7 and 8. The Buenavista teaching buildings house IT suites, science laboratories, art rooms, and drama and music studios, while the outdoor facilities include an open-air amphitheatre, tennis and paddle courts, a swimming pool, and numerous sports pitches and play areas. The Montevida campus offers specialist installations for athletics, sport, theatre studies, art and design, music, sciences, and investigation, and is designed with environmental features such as on-site electricity generation, integrated air temperature control, rainwater collection, and the Verdolay natural environment used for teaching and learning.	Facilities overview King's College Alicante has modern on-site facilities including a dedicated EYFS building, football pitches (full and five-a-side), seven science laboratories, basketball and multipurpose courts, a large Multi-Purpose Hall and dining room, and a music department with 28 iMac computers. The Foundation Stage classrooms (Nursery and Reception) have independent bathrooms and direct access to play areas, and the Infant playground features high-quality play equipment and safety surfaces. Every classroom is equipped with interactive whiteboards and wifi. ICT and digital learning are supported by a Chromebook programme in the Secondary School, 3D printers, robotics and virtual reality, with iPads used in Primary from Year 5.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Buenavista has tennis and paddle courts, a swimming pool, an open-air amphitheatre, and numerous sports pitches and play areas. Montevida provides specialist installations for athletics and sport.	Sports facilities At King's College Alicante, pupils have access to excellent sports facilities including a 7-a-side artificial pitch, basketball and volleyball courts, a football sala pitch, a large Multi-Purpose Hall, tennis courts and an indoor gymnasium. Physical education is a major area of extra-curricular activity.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Buenavista houses IT suites, science laboratories, art rooms, and drama and music studios. Montevida features specialist installations for athletics, sport, theatre studies, art and design, music, sciences, and investigation. Galileo Middle School provides dedicated space for Year 7 and Year 8.	Academic facilities Seven newly refurbished science laboratories are on site. The school provides fully equipped music facilities with 28 iMac computers. The ICT suite supports a Digital Learning Programme, including a one-to-one Chromebook programme across the Secondary School, iPads in Primary from Year 5, and technologies such as 3D printers, Green Screens, Robotics and Virtual Reality.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Tennis, paddle, urban or classic dance, skating, rhythmic gymnastics, football, robotics, taekwondo, athletics, volleyball, basketball, flag football, kung-fu, ceramics, photography, drawing & painting, chess & super chef.	Extra curricular facilities Optional Activities include: Music (Piano, Bass, Drums, Electric Guitar, Guitar, Violin); Languages (Spanish Booster, German, French); Creative or Pedagogic Activities (Little Chefs, Painting & Art Culture, Chess, Book Club, Choir, Nanobots / Bytebots / Megabots); Sport (Football, Judo, Figure Skating, Basketball, RDA Ballet); Early Morning Club.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History El Limonar International School Murcia was established in 1990 to offer a British international curriculum for students aged 3–18, aligned with the National Curriculum for England and Wales. The school integrates elements of the Spanish and British curricula, resulting in graduates who obtain British IGCSEs and Spanish qualifications, including the Spanish Graduado en Educación Secundaria Obligatoria, the Spanish Baccalaureate, and English A-Levels. There are two campuses: Buenavista Campus (63,000 m2) for Early Years and Primary, and Montevida Campus (15,000 m2) for Secondary and Sixth Form, with facilities such as IT suites, science laboratories, art rooms, drama and music studios, and extensive sports facilities. The Executive Principal is Vanessa Grimward, MEd, recognised as a European Regional Winner in 2023 by Pearson International School Leader of the Year. ELIS Murcia is part of the Cognita family of schools.	History King's College Alicante opened in the current building in 2001 as a parent cooperative, succeeding the British Council School. Academic management was entrusted to King's Group in 2005, with full control and ownership transferred to King's Group in 2010. The college is governed by the King's Group Board (KGB), which makes strategic decisions and delegates detailed planning to the academic sub-committee and the college senior leadership team. It operates two sections, primary (including the Early Years Foundation Stage) and secondary (years 7–13), serving pupils aged from 32 months to 18 years.
Community	Community ELIS Murcia fosters a vibrant, inclusive community of parents, teachers and students. Family Clubs host English-language workshops on Saturday mornings for families with children 2–11, led by teaching and administration staff, with events such as Halloween, Christmas, St Valentine's Day and Easter/El Valle Trail. The School for Parents runs practical workshops from 3:15 to 4:15 pm during the year on topics like developing reading and writing at home and making maths engaging, open to all parents. ELIS Alumni connects graduates through the ELIS Alumni programme and celebrates alumni achievements with an annual Alumni of the Year award.	Community Parental involvement is a central feature of school life. Parents are invited to meetings and presentations throughout the year, including formal orientation meetings for transitions and informal coffee mornings and information workshops. There are frequent opportunities for parent involvement through open sessions and workshops, book look weekends, and use of Tapestry, Class Dojo and Doddle to communicate with parents about their child's learning. Parents express satisfaction with the knowledge, visibility and approachability of senior leaders and teachers and are seen as partners in their child's learning.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association ELIS Murcia engages parents through structured programs that foster involvement in school life. Family Clubs host English-language Saturday workshops for families, open to everyone and led by teaching and administration staff, with events including Halloween, Christmas, St Valentine's Day and Easter/El Valle Trail. The School for Parents runs practical, 3:15–4:15 pm workshops during the year on topics such as developing reading and writing at home and fun mathematics, with attendance open to all parents. ELIS Alumni maintains contact with graduates through the ELIS Alumni programme, including activities and the Alumni of the Year Awards to recognise alumni achievements. The school encourages ongoing parent involvement and collaboration through these channels.	Parent teacher association Parents are regarded as partners in their child's learning. There are regular opportunities for parent involvement through open sessions and workshops, book look weekends, and the use of Tapestry, Class Dojo and Doddle to communicate with parents about their child's learning. Parents express satisfaction with the knowledge, visibility and approachability of senior leaders and teachers. There are regular parent meetings, information workshops and opportunities to meet teachers throughout the year. The college provides extensive information for parents via a parent portal and regular meetings, and maintains a clear policy for handling complaints. Open sessions, workshops and book look weekends, together with digital platforms, support ongoing parent engagement.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Enrichment activities supplement the timetabled curriculum. Pupils are encouraged to take part in an extensive range of art, drama, music, sport and other activities and clubs. Regular themed days are held, including Book Day/Week, Cultural Diversity Day/Week, Maths Week and STEM Days. Visits to places of interest and residential opportunities are organised annually to develop independence, teamwork and responsibility beyond the classroom.	Academic & intellectual The school teaches in English with full immersion of the English language. British qualified teachers support learning. It has a state-of-the-art campus designed for children aged 2 to 18 and a capacity of more than 1,100 students. French and German are also offered.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative An extensive range of art, drama and music activities forms part of enrichment. Pupils participate in clubs across visual and performing arts. Regular themed days celebrate creativity and cultural expression. Enrichment opportunities complement classroom learning and foster artistic development.	Arts & creative An Inspired School emphasises Performing Arts as a pillar of learning within its Three Pillars approach. Arts are placed on par with academics and sports within the Inspired learning model.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Cultural Diversity Day/Week is included among enrichment activities. Regular cultural events broaden students' awareness and understanding of different traditions. Language development is supported through the curriculum and associated activities. These experiences contribute to a globally aware learning community.	Cultural & language English is the language of instruction with full immersion in English; French and German are also offered.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies There are various clubs and activities to support social interests and hobbies. Sport and other recreational activities are part of the co-curricular program. Regular themed days provide opportunities for teamwork and social learning. Students have opportunities to explore personal interests beyond the classroom.	Social & hobbies Extra-curricular activities are offered as part of the Inspired learning model, with Performing Arts and Sports featured as core pillars. A range of Optional Activities is available.
Community & service	Community & service Careers and Higher Education guidance, Student Councils, and the promotion of community service are part of school life. The Duke of Edinburgh International Award is offered along with expeditions and trips. Fundraising activities and various clubs and activities support social responsibility and community engagement.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional Student Councils provide leadership opportunities and a pupil voice. The school offers Careers and Higher Education guidance to prepare for future pathways. The Duke of Edinburgh International Award and ongoing expeditions foster leadership, resilience and teamwork. Additional programs develop professional skills and personal initiative.	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school promotes physical wellbeing through sport as a core part of the curriculum. Regular visits to places of interest and residential opportunities broaden experiences and build independence and teamwork. Summerlim summer courses include English classes, swimming, workshops and trips to support wellbeing and social development. Outdoor and recreational activities contribute to a balanced and healthy school life.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school provides a warm, friendly, happy and stimulating environment for all students.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision The taught curriculum broadly follows the Spanish and English Curriculums from KS1 to KS5 and is formally assessed at IGCSEs at the end of KS4 and at (I)A levels at the end of KS5; GL summative assessments are conducted in English and Mathematics. English as an Additional Language (EAL) provision is in place to support pupils whose first language is not English, including assessment and targeted support; language development is promoted through language use across learning.	Language provision English is the language of instruction. All students study Spanish; the frequency of Spanish classes depends on age; non-Spanish speakers receive specific Spanish as a foreign language in addition to the Spanish Curriculum. French, Chinese and German are available. In the IB Diploma Programme, Chinese A, Chinese Ab Initio, Spanish A and B, French and German B are offered.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school follows a curriculum that broadly aligns with both the Spanish and English Curriculums and provides English as an additional language support; in Early Years, learning and play in the home language are supported to inform language development.	Bilingual teaching Pupils gain bilingual language skills; English is the language of instruction in the classroom; Spanish is studied as a language; language support helps students become bilingual.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs Full immersion of the English language.
Reputation	Reputation
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Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions The school has a seven-step admissions process designed to be straightforward. First, contact the Admissions Officer for an initial discussion, check availability, and learn what the school can offer your family. Then visit ELIS Murcia through Open Days or a private tour; virtual open events and online tours are also available. Next, apply for a place by notifying the Admissions Officer. Depending on your child's age, there is either an informal assessment or a Taster Day to assess English level, followed by an interview with the Headteacher. If successful and subject to availability, the school makes a time-limited formal offer of a place. After you accept, complete the School Admissions Booklet, submit the required documents, and pay the enrolment fee to secure admission. Welcome to ELIS Murcia: you and your child will feel part of the ELIS Murcia Community.	Admissions Admissions include Open Days, Information on Fees, a Virtual Tour, Entry Requirements, Nsouli Scholars, FAQs, and Our Partners. A personalised admissions meeting on campus or online can be booked. An admissions appointment can be booked. A virtual tour is available to discover facilities.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships Nsouli Scholars
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