El Limonar International School Villamartin vs King's College The British School of Murcia

	E El Limonar International School Villamartin Alicante, Spain	K King's College The British School of Murcia Alicante, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €7,100 - 9,800	Fees / year €6,120 - 13,485
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 1 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)	Curriculum IB (DP), British Curriculum, Cambridge (Secondary), EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Pupils	Pupils 650	Pupils 542
Typical class size	Typical class size 17	Typical class size 25
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1990	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Located in Villamartín, San Miguel de Salinas, Alicante, Spain. The school is in the Vega Baja del Segura region of the province of Alicante.	Location Located on the outskirts of La Torre Golf Resort in Roldán, 30 minutes from Murcia city centre. The campus serves up to 750 students aged 18 months to 18 years. Address: Calle Pez Volador s/n, Urbanización La Torre Golf Resort, 30709 Roldán, Murcia. Accessible by King's College's bus routes and other transport links to the city centre.
Stages	Stages Early Years; Primary; Secondary; Sixth Form (KS1–KS5). The curriculum is based on the National Curriculum for England and Wales, with IGCSEs and A Levels, or Spanish Bachillerato options.	Stages Nursery (EYFS); Primary School; Secondary School; IGCSE; A-Levels.
School type	School type Private day school.	School type Independent day school; co-educational.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix 38 nationalities; 55% of students are from Spain and 45% are international, with the largest group being British.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Learning Support department; SENCO; inclusive education.	Additional learning support Disability and Special Educational Needs: limited facilities; assessment of needs; English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme available with costs; adjustments and additional services may be provided and charged as appropriate.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation United Kingdom (British curriculum aligned with England and Wales).	Country affiliation British international school delivering the English National Curriculum and A Levels; bilingual English/Spanish; accredited by BSO and PENTA International.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure The school day runs from 9:15 am to 4:30 pm with one morning break and a lunchtime break.
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details Bus routes cover more than 20 neighbourhoods in Murcia, Cartagena, and the coastal regions of Costa Calida.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / Registration Fee - Registration fee (one-off, non-refundable): EUR 1,500. Tuition fees by year group (published as monthly fees; billed over 10 months per academic year) Note: the school publishes fees as a monthly figure with a 10-month billing year. Annual = monthly × 10. Per-term = annual ÷ 3 (the school operates a three-term academic year). The per-term figures below are rounded to the nearest euro. - Early Years - Nursery (3–4) part-time (Infant 3): EUR 533 per month — Annual EUR 5,330 — Per term EUR 1,777. - Nursery (3–4) full-time (Infant 3): EUR 710 per month — Annual EUR 7,100 — Per term EUR 2,367. - Reception (4–5, Infant 4): EUR 710 per month — Annual EUR 7,100 — Per term EUR 2,367. - Primary - Year 1 (5–6, Infant 5): EUR 765 per month — Annual EUR 7,650 — Per term EUR 2,550. - Year 2 (6–7, Primary 1): EUR 765 per month — Annual EUR 7,650 — Per term EUR 2,550. - Year 3 (7–8, Primary 2): EUR 850 per month — Annual EUR 8,500 — Per term EUR 2,833. - Year 4 (8–9, Primary 3): EUR 850 per month — Annual EUR 8,500 — Per term EUR 2,833. - Year 5 (9–10, Primary 4): EUR 850 per month — Annual EUR 8,500 — Per term EUR 2,833. - Year 6 (10–11, Primary 5): EUR 850 per month — Annual EUR 8,500 — Per term EUR 2,833. - Year 7 (11–12, Primary 6): EUR 960 per month — Annual EUR 9,600 — Per term EUR 3,200. - Secondary (Years 8–11) - Year 8 (12–13, Secondary 1): EUR 960 per month — Annual EUR 9,600 — Per term EUR 3,200. - Year 9 (13–14, Secondary 2): EUR 960 per month — Annual EUR 9,600 — Per term EUR 3,200. - Year 10 (14–15, Secondary 3): EUR 960 per month — Annual EUR 9,600 — Per term EUR 3,200. - Year 11 (15–16, Secondary 4): EUR 960 per month — Annual EUR 9,600 — Per term EUR 3,200. - Sixth Form (Years 12–13) - Year 12 (16–17, Baccalaureate 1): EUR 980 per month — Annual EUR 9,800 — Per term EUR 3,267. - Year 13 (17–18, Baccalaureate 2): EUR 980 per month — Annual EUR 9,800 — Per term EUR 3,267. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is published as a monthly fee based on a 10-month billing year; this implies billing over 10 monthly instalments during the academic year. Annual totals are the monthly fee × 10. Per-term amounts are the annual total divided across three academic terms. - There is an early-payment discount: if both tuition and lunch are paid annually in or before September, a 2% discount on tuition is applied. Sibling discounts on tuition are applied as follows: 10% for the second child, 20% for the third child, and 40% for the fourth child and subsequent children. There is no sibling discount for half-day Nursery enrolment. - Examination-related payments: the school offers an “Exams Fees in Advance” option where payments made between October and March are accumulated for subsequent A-Level and IGCSE exam fees. Examination fees (language exams, IGCSE, AS/A-Level) and certain course-related trips are additional to tuition. Textbook digital subscriptions are billed directly by the school. Boarding fees - ELIS Villamartín is an independent day school (ages 3–18). Boarding is not part of the school's provision; therefore no boarding fees apply. Other costs and compulsory extras - Dining (lunch) fee: EUR 1,750 per year (equivalent to EUR 175 per month). Dining is compulsory for all students up to and including Year 11. Annual dining divided per term = EUR 583 (rounded). - Transport: route-dependent; published range EUR 130–170 per month. Annual transport = EUR 1,300–1,700; per term ≈ EUR 433–567 (rounded). - Examination fees: charged in addition to tuition for ESOL, German, French, IGCSE (Year 11), AS and A-Level (Years 11–13). Some optional courses require study trips that incur additional charges. - Textbooks and learning materials: textbook lists published during the third term; all texts (digital subscriptions or physical) are reserved via the school office. Digital subscriptions are billed by the school. - School uniform: compulsory up to the end of Year 11; uniform is not sold by the school and is available at El Corte Inglés. Costs will therefore depend on purchases made there. Refund information - The registration fee (EUR 1,500) is expressly stated as non‑refundable. No other specific refund policy for tuition, lunches or other fees is published in the school's publicly available fee information. Fee payment options / methods - The published fee pages and policies present the billing structure, instalment/annual payment options and the early-payment window but do not list specific accepted payment methods (for example: credit card, bank transfer, direct debit) in the public fee summary. Payment method details are not specified in the published fee summary. Discounts and concessions - Sibling discounts applicable to tuition only: 10% (second child), 20% (third child), 40% (fourth child and beyond). Early payment discount of 2% on tuition if both tuition and lunch are paid annually in or before September. No sibling discounts apply to half-day Nursery. Summary of immediate, guaranteed figures - Registration (one-off): EUR 1,500 (non‑refundable). - Tuition (examples): Primary years range from EUR 765–960 per month (EUR 7,650–9,600 per year; EUR 2,550–3,200 per term). Sixth Form: EUR 980 per month (EUR 9,800 per year; EUR 3,267 per term). Early Years: EUR 533–710 per month. (Fees and terms above are the published figures for the 2025–2026 academic year as presented in the school's fee information.)	Fee details Application & enrolment fees - One-off non‑returnable enrolment fee: EUR 1,400. - Refundable deposit: EUR 600 (refunded when the pupil's education at the school has ended, subject to the school's terms). - Pre‑Nursery: there is no enrolment fee for Pre‑Nursery; Pre‑Nursery is charged as 10 monthly instalments of EUR 621. The Enrolment Fee and Refundable Deposit are payable on entry to Nursery (from Nursery upwards). Tuition fees by year group (three terms per academic year) — fee per term and annual total - Pre‑Nursery: EUR 621 per month, charged over 10 monthly instalments (annual charge based on 10 months = EUR 6,210). - Nursery (age 3–4): Term 1 EUR 3,700; Term 2 EUR 2,780; Term 3 EUR 2,780. Annual total EUR 9,260. - Reception (age 4–5): Term 1 EUR 3,700; Term 2 EUR 2,780; Term 3 EUR 2,780. Annual total EUR 9,260. - Year 1 (age 5–6): Term 1 EUR 3,845; Term 2 EUR 2,890; Term 3 EUR 2,890. Annual total EUR 9,625. - Year 2 (age 6–7): Term 1 EUR 3,980; Term 2 EUR 2,990; Term 3 EUR 2,990. Annual total EUR 9,960. - Year 3 (age 7–8): Term 1 EUR 4,220; Term 2 EUR 3,170; Term 3 EUR 3,170. Annual total EUR 10,560. - Year 4 (age 8–9): Term 1 EUR 4,220; Term 2 EUR 3,170; Term 3 EUR 3,170. Annual total EUR 10,560. - Year 5 (age 9–10): Term 1 EUR 4,290; Term 2 EUR 3,215; Term 3 EUR 3,215. Annual total EUR 10,720. - Year 6 (age 10–11): Term 1 EUR 4,290; Term 2 EUR 3,215; Term 3 EUR 3,215. Annual total EUR 10,720. - Year 7 (age 11–12): Term 1 EUR 4,750; Term 2 EUR 3,565; Term 3 EUR 3,565. Annual total EUR 11,880. - Year 8 (age 12–13): Term 1 EUR 4,815; Term 2 EUR 3,610; Term 3 EUR 3,610. Annual total EUR 12,035. - Year 9 (age 13–14): Term 1 EUR 4,815; Term 2 EUR 3,610; Term 3 EUR 3,610. Annual total EUR 12,035. - Year 10 (age 14–15): Term 1 EUR 5,170; Term 2 EUR 3,880; Term 3 EUR 3,880. Annual total EUR 12,930. - Year 11 (age 15–16): Term 1 EUR 5,235; Term 2 EUR 3,930; Term 3 EUR 3,930. Annual total EUR 13,095. - Year 12 (age 16–17): Term 1 EUR 5,395; Term 2 EUR 4,045; Term 3 EUR 4,045. Annual total EUR 13,485. - Year 13 (age 17–18): Term 1 EUR 5,395; Term 2 EUR 4,045; Term 3 EUR 4,045. Annual total EUR 13,485. - Fees include tuition, lunch and books. Billing schedule and payment terms - The academic year is organised across three terms; school fees and transport charges are billed and payable termly. Receipts are presented at the start of each term (within the first ten days of September, January and April). All standard fees, buses, optional classes and visits are payable by direct debit. - A charge applies for rejected bank/direct debit payments (a fixed administrative fee is applied each time a payment is rejected). If fees are not paid within seven days of the due date the school may refuse attendance; if fees remain unpaid after fourteen days the school may terminate the contract. - Three months' written notice is required to withdraw a pupil; in lieu of notice three months' fees are payable. Transport and optional services (charges and examples) - School bus (per term): Return service Term 1 EUR 796 / Term 2 EUR 597 / Term 3 EUR 597. Annual total for return service EUR 1,990. Single journey Term 1 EUR 520 / Term 2 EUR 390 / Term 3 EUR 390. Annual total for single journey EUR 1,300. - Early morning childcare: From 08:00–09:00 charged at EUR 57 per month. One‑day service charged at EUR 5.80 per day. - EAL (English as an Additional Language) support (per term): Infants (Years 1–2) Term 1 EUR 1,700 / Term 2 EUR 1,275 / Term 3 EUR 1,275 (annual total EUR 4,250); Juniors (Years 3–6) Term 1 EUR 1,875 / Term 2 EUR 1,405 / Term 3 EUR 1,405 (annual total EUR 4,685); Seniors (Years 7–11) Term 1 EUR 2,515 / Term 2 EUR 1,890 / Term 3 EUR 1,890 (annual total EUR 6,295); Sixth Form (Years 12–13) Term 1 EUR 2,635 / Term 2 EUR 1,975 / Term 3 EUR 1,975 (annual total EUR 6,585). Charges for EAL are added as applicable. - ICT levy: EUR 38 per year. - External examination fees (IGCSE, A‑Level, IB where applicable, and external music or other exam fees) are charged in addition and appear on the termly invoice when applicable. Discounts and sibling policy - Sibling discounts (non‑accumulative; not applicable to enrolment fee or additional services): 2 children — 10% discount for the second child; 3 children — 15% discount for the third child; 4+ children — 20% discount for the fourth child. Uniform, meals and other routine charges - School meals are compulsory for all pupils and are included in the fees. Packed lunches are not permitted. Uniform items are sold through the school shop and are charged separately. Other incidental costs (optional trips, extra curricular activities, replacement items, external exam fees) are charged to individual accounts as they arise. Boarding - King's College, The British School of Murcia operates as a day school and does not have boarding provision at this campus (no boarding fees apply). Refunds and cancellations - The enrolment fee (EUR 1,400) is non‑refundable. The refundable deposit (EUR 600) is returned when the pupil's education at the school finishes, subject to the school's terms. In the event of cancellation of a new enrolment, the school will reimburse the refundable deposit but will retain the non‑returnable enrolment fee provided notice is given at least three months prior to the last day of school; Pre‑Nursery first month's fees (the initial deposit) are not refundable. There is no refund of term fees for absence due to illness or other causes. Fee payment options and practical notes - The school requires payment by direct debit for regular termly charges. Receipts are issued at the start of each term. Parents who cannot use direct debit must request an exception from the school finance team; rejected payments incur an administrative charge. External exam and other incidental charges are added to termly invoices when applicable. (End of fee summary.)
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements Inspired Global Exchange Programme offers stays at Inspired's top boarding schools worldwide, with stays ranging from five weeks to a full academic year.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The school uniform is compulsory for Early Years, Primary and Secondary students. There are summer and winter uniform options, along with a sports kit for PE. Pre-University students are not required to wear a uniform but should follow the dress code. The uniform is exclusively available at El Corte Inglés; further details are in the ELIS uniform PDF.	Uniform requirement Uniforms can be purchased year-round at the school shop, open Monday to Thursday from 9:00 am to 1:30 pm, and Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. The uniform should be worn on campus and while travelling to and from school.
Food options	Food options School lunch is mandatory for Early Years, Primary, and Year 7–10; from Year 11, packed lunches are allowed. Daily healthy, freshly prepared meals are served in the dining room, with vegetarian options and the ability to accommodate allergies and dietary needs including gluten-free. The Head Chef designs the menu, overseen by a nutritionist, and monthly menus are shared with parents.	Food options Delicious, well-balanced meals are prepared on-site by the Culinary Team Nexalia, planned by a nutritionist and tailored to different age groups. Meals use locally sourced ingredients; staff accommodate food allergies or intolerances.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership ELIS Villamartín is part of Cognita, a global family of schools. Cognita Holdings Ltd sets group-wide policies (safeguarding, health & safety, financial management, data protection) and governance for regions, with independent reviewers overseeing safeguarding and health & safety; the Head of School reports to the Regional Chief Executive Officer.	Governance and ownership King's College Murcia is part of the King's College Schools Group and is an Inspired School, part of Inspired Education Group, with access to its global resources and opportunities.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school offers an international British curriculum with a foundation in the Spanish Curriculum and provides an immersive multilingual education. By graduation, students attain certified proficiency in three languages.	Curriculum details The school follows the National Curriculum for England and Wales in the secondary phase and prepares students for IGCSE examinations. In the Sixth Form, the A Level programme is offered, with most subjects following the International A-Level modular course. The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme was introduced in 2022, but from the 2025–26 academic year the school has reverted to the A Level programme. All pupils study English Language, and the majority study English Literature; two sciences are studied; Spanish (Lengua y Cultura) is taught as an IGCSE subject. Pupils in Years 12–13 can choose Especifica subjects such as Biology, Technical Drawing, Economics, Physics, Geography, Art History, Mathematics II, Mathematics for the Social Sciences, and Chemistry, alongside A-Level subjects; Enrichment includes Extended Project Qualification, the Duke of Edinburgh Award, and Cambridge English qualifications.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results In 2025, the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme class achieved an average score of 33.5 points. The highest Diploma score reached 42 points. 69% of students earned the bilingual IBDP diploma. For the IGCSE 2025 cohort, 44% scored A; 57% scored A-A; 73% scored A*-B.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression University & Careers Guidance helps students access the world's best universities in Spain and beyond.	Higher education progression 2024 graduates pursued degrees at universities in Spain including CEU Valencia (Medicine), University of Alicante (Biomedical Engineering), Miguel Hernández University (Environmental Sciences, Law), ESIC Valencia (International Business), University of Navarra (Pharmacy), Francisco de Vitoria University (Business), European University (International Relations, Engineering), Carlos III University (Project Management), UCAM (Pharmacy), and CUNEF (Law and Business). In the Rest of the World, graduates enrolled at University of Manchester, University of Wales Trinity Saint David, University of Amsterdam, Maastricht University, University of Sydney, and other institutions.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented Enrichment Studies include the Extended Project Qualification, the Duke of Edinburgh Award, and Cambridge English qualifications.
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning PSHE programme covers emotional well-being, ethical topics, and life skills. The pastoral care system provides individualized guidance to help pupils thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Senior staff coordinate the PSHE programme and pastoral care across the school to ensure all aspects of student well-being are addressed. A strong partnership with parents supports each child's growth through regular newsletters, handbooks, calendars, and parent meetings. Student well-being initiatives include tailored programmes, assemblies, and individual counselling sessions delivered by our pastoral and wellbeing teams. The House System and peer mentoring foster leadership, collaboration, and resilience across year groups.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) King's College Murcia provides a broad and balanced curriculum for all children. The Inclusion and Special Educational Needs policy identifies a range of SEND, including communication and interaction needs (e.g., autism spectrum conditions and speech and language difficulties), cognition and learning needs (dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia), social, emotional and mental health difficulties (e.g., ADHD, anxiety), sensory and physical needs, and high-ability learners. Identification uses CAT4, standardised assessments, teacher referrals, observations, and progress data, with the SENDCo coordinating provision. The school delivers inclusive teaching with differentiated and personalised instruction and, where needed, additional interventions and access arrangements to support individual pupils. The SENDCo works with staff, parents, and external agencies to plan, review, and monitor progress and ensure equal access to the curriculum. EAL is integrated within the SEND framework to support language development and full curriculum access.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language The English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme supports students whose first language is not English to participate fully in the curriculum. The EAL department provides specialist withdrawal and in-class support, staffed by specialist teachers, with an EAL classroom and dedicated resources. The programme uses Cambridge curriculum principles and The Bell Foundation framework to emphasise inclusive language development, with a balanced focus on speaking, listening, reading, and writing. All entrants undergo pre-assessment, and ongoing assessments monitor progress and inform personalised targets; parents receive three full reports each year. EAL aims to enable students to access the mainstream curriculum as quickly and effectively as possible, with phased integration and ongoing collaboration with families. Cambridge English exam preparation is available through the EAL team to certificate language proficiency where appropriate.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing —	Mental wellbeing Emotional well-being is a central focus of the PSHE programme and pastoral care. A designated tutor leads welfare in the Secondary School, supported by daily tutor periods and dedicated PSHE sessions to address emotional needs. Senior staff coordinate PSHE and pastoral care to ensure a consistent, school-wide approach to mental well-being. Student Well-Being Initiatives include tailored programmes, assemblies, and access to counselling to support emotional health and resilience. The House System and peer mentoring foster supportive relationships and personal development, contributing to a climate where students feel safe, valued, and capable of seeking help. The school also emphasises family engagement to sustain well-being beyond the classroom.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding The safety and wellbeing of pupils is the school's number one priority. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is everyone's responsibility, and we operate as a sharing organisation with clear reporting procedures. All concerns should be reported immediately to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) or a Deputy DSL; the DSL coordinates safeguarding across the school and with external agencies. The school maintains inter‑agency working with local authorities, police, and health services to promote welfare and respond to concerns. Staff receive safeguarding training, and policies are updated annually; online safety is included as part of the curriculum. The policy applies to all pupils, including those in the early years and sixth form, and to education off-site, with clear processes for reporting and responding to concerns.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview ELIS Villamartín sits on a 12,000 m² campus with 56 classrooms equipped with interactive whiteboards, computers, iPads and tablets for exclusive use. Early Years facilities were recently renovated and include spaces designed to support play-based learning. The school provides music and art rooms, a drama area that seats up to 200 people, a motricity room and an indoor gym for Early Years, and an A-Level Study Centre. Outdoor facilities include separate play areas for Early Years and Primary, a grassy Primary playground and multi-purpose football and basketball pitches.	Facilities overview The campus is located in the rural area of Roldán, approximately half an hour from Murcia city centre. It provides facilities across academics, sports, and the arts to support student development. The campus includes advanced science and technology laboratories, refurbished art studios, a semi-Olympic swimming pool, and a modern sports complex. Students have opportunities to participate in performing arts and career-focused programmes. The environment supports competitive sports and leadership activities to prepare students for higher education and global careers.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Outdoor facilities include multi-purpose football and basketball pitches. There are separate play areas for Early Years and Primary, and a grassy Primary playground. The campus includes an indoor gym for Early Years.	Sports facilities The campus includes a semi-Olympic swimming pool and a modern sports complex. The elite sports programme provides opportunities to compete at national and international levels, with scholarships available for some students. The facilities support a wide range of athletic activities and high-level sport training. Students can join school teams and individual sport programs across multiple disciplines.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities There are 56 spacious classrooms with interactive whiteboards, computers, iPads and tablets for exclusive use. Dedicated music and art rooms, a drama area that can accommodate 200 people, a motricity room and an indoor gym serve Early Years pupils. An A-Level Study Centre supports older learners. The school sits on a 12,000 m² campus with a curriculum that blends English and Spanish education and includes a third language.	Academic facilities Advanced science and technology laboratories and refurbished art studios support practical learning across science, technology, and the arts. The campus provides opportunities for project-based and hands-on exploration in STEM and creative subjects. Students access digital learning tools such as Canvas and AI-powered resources to inform lesson planning and personalize learning. These facilities help prepare students for future studies in technology, engineering, and creative industries.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities ELIS Villamartín offers a diverse Extracurricular Activities Programme. Activities include Taekwondo, Robotics, Football and Fusion Dance. The Duke of Edinburgh International Award is offered to Year 10 and above. Participants complete volunteering, physical activity and a new skill, and undertake two mountain expeditions to destinations such as Sierra Espuña, Moratalla and Sierra Nevada.	Extra curricular facilities King's College Murcia offers diverse enrichment opportunities in sports, the arts, and leadership. Performing arts programs develop stage and performance skills. Debate and Model United Nations provide opportunities to engage in international discussions. The elite sports programme allows competition at national and international levels, with scholarships available in tennis, golf, and other sports. Students also benefit from global exchanges and competitions through Inspired Education's network.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History The school has a British curriculum for students aged 3–18. The school has more than 600 pupils from over 35 nationalities. The school is part of Cognita, a global family with more than 90 schools. Cognita provides governance through regional structures; the Head of School is accountable to the Regional Chief Executive Officer. Cognita runs wellbeing initiatives across its schools, including Global Be Well Day.	History King's College Murcia is a private school serving Murcia, Cartagena and the Costa Calida region. It has more than 50 years of expertise and delivers the English National Curriculum and A Levels, with Pearson Edexcel International GCSEs for ages 14-16; mandatory subjects from the Spanish Ministry of Education ensure bilingual English-Spanish graduates and the Spanish ESO qualification. The curriculum is accredited by the BSO and PENTA International, and in the most recent BSO inspection it was rated Outstanding in every category. King's College Murcia is the only school in the Murcia region to undergo regular external BSO inspections.
Community	Community The Christmas concert is multicultural and attended by pupils and families. Global Be Well Day is celebrated to focus on wellbeing across the Cognita network. A heartfelt farewell to the Class of 2025 is part of ELIS Villamartín's community events.	Community King's College Murcia builds a strong community through regular newsletters, handbooks, calendars, and coffee mornings, along with written progress reports and parent-teacher consultation evenings. Families are invited to celebratory events such as Prize-Giving and Leavers' Ceremonies, strengthening home-school links. Students are organized into a four-house system that fosters cross-year collaboration and leadership, and older students mentor younger peers to support learning and personal development.
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Robotikids (Nursery - Year 8) includes robotics, video game programming, holograms, virtual reality, and drone usage. Chess (Year 1 - Year 13) teaches strategy, perseverance, and calculated risk-taking. The Extracurricular Activities Programme includes these and other activities to broaden intellectual challenge beyond the classroom.	Academic & intellectual Academic & career-focused clubs extend learning beyond the classroom. Students engage in maths, science, and languages through clubs and STEAM activities that develop transferable skills. The programme includes Model United Nations, debating, journalism, cooking, film, coding, and other STEAM clubs.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Art is offered from Reception to Year 6, developing drawing and painting skills with diverse colour ranges. Modern dance is available from Reception to Year 6, exploring different dance styles and group performances. These activities provide opportunities for creative expression and collaborative performance.	Arts & creative Visual & Performing Arts are offered beyond the core curriculum. This includes drama, dance, instrumental music tuition (guitar and ukulele), choir, and singing, with opportunities to perform in school productions and concerts. Students also explore visual arts and crafts as part of the extracurricular programme.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language Language clubs cover French, Spanish, and English. Model United Nations introduces students to diplomacy and international affairs. The school environment supports international mindedness through a broad range of clubs and activities.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Taekwon-do is available for Year 1 to Year 8 and develops coordination, balance, body awareness, self-confidence, and personal security. Chess is available for Year 1 to Year 13, teaching strategy, perseverance, and calculated risk-taking. The Extracurricular Activities Programme also includes a broad range of other activities and sports such as tennis and more.	Social & hobbies Social & hobbies clubs provide opportunities for collaboration, creativity, and leisure. Clubs include chess, cooking, film, newspaper, creative writing, dance, drama, debate, music, choir, karaoke, judo, tennis, table tennis, running, swimming, basketball, football, and volleyball. Club offerings vary by year.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The Duke of Edinburgh International Award is offered to Year 10 and above. It involves completing volunteering for a community project, participating in a physical activity or sport, and acquiring a new skill. Participants also undertake two mountain expeditions, with destinations including Sierra Espuña, Moratalla, and Sierra Nevada.	Leadership & professional Leadership & professional development are supported through clubs like Model United Nations and debating. The Duke of Edinburgh Award is among the school clubs. Students develop communication, teamwork, public speaking, and organisation skills through these activities.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing ELIS Villamartín runs a broad sports-based extracurricular programme. Taekwon-do (Year 1 - Year 8), Tennis (Year 1 - Year 10), Football (Year 1 - Year 6), Volleyball (Year 4 - Year 11), Basketball (Year 3 - Year 9), Padel (Year 3 - Year 13), and Table Tennis (Year 4 - Year 11) are offered. These activities support physical development, teamwork, resilience, and healthy lifestyle.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Sports and physical activities are central to the programme. Extracurricular opportunities include football, basketball, volleyball, swimming, athletics (tennis, table tennis), and running. Judo is offered under the guidance of an expert Olympian coach.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English is the language of instruction. The program also supports proficiency in Spanish. A third language is offered, such as German or French. By graduation, students achieve proficiency in three languages or more.	Language provision Languages taught are English and Spanish. English is the language of instruction for the majority of subjects; Spanish is offered as a language option, including Lengua y Cultura or Spanish as a Second Language from Reception to Year 11. English as an Additional Language (EAL) provision is available for students whose first language is not English.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching English is the language of instruction for the vast majority of the school day (at least 80%). The curriculum blends the Spanish Curriculum with a British curriculum to support bilingual learning. The school teaches English, Spanish, and an additional language such as German or French. By graduation, students attain a highly proficient level in three languages.	Bilingual teaching All subjects (except Modern Foreign Languages) are taught in English; Spanish is studied from Reception to Year 11 as Lengua y Cultura or Spanish as a Second Language.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs The school offers an immersive multilingual education. English is the language of instruction across classrooms, the playground and social activities integral to the curriculum. A third language is offered, such as German or French. By graduation, students achieve proficiency in three languages or more.	Immersion programs Full English immersion from Pre-Nursery onwards.
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards Forbes Top 100 Schools in Spain (2026)	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations BSO; PENTA International
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Enquiries, visits and information. All enquiries and applications are directed to the Admissions Officer who provides the information needed to families. Applicants are recorded as Prospective Pupils in the school database and receive a prospectus pack with the school brochure and relevant age-appropriate information. The Admissions Officer ensures clarity on the process and next steps so families can plan ahead. 2. Visits and open days. Prospective parents are encouraged to visit to see the school in action and to meet the Admissions Officer or Headteacher. There is a monthly open day for informal tours and private appointments can be arranged. Details about scheduled open days are published on the school website. 3. Registration and offer. Following a visit, meeting or interview and the corresponding entrance tests, a place is offered to the family. Parents should complete the Admissions Registration Form, sign the Parent Contract and return the documentation with the non-refundable Registration Fee. The school confirms that the child's name has been placed on the admission list for the relevant term and year; if the year group is fully subscribed, the child is placed on a waiting list. 4. Waiting list and allocation. If no place is available, parents may place their child on the waiting list. The school cannot guarantee when a place may become available. A place is confirmed when a formal offer is made and the Registration Fee and documentation are received. 5. Taster Days and Nursery entry. Taster Days are offered to provide a typical school day experience and an assessment of suitability. Admission to Nursery starts at age 3, with no formal assessment, though parents are asked about development and any identified needs. Places are not automatic, and progression to Reception is automatic unless exceptional circumstances apply. 6. Admission to other year groups. For children joining other year groups, appointments for interview and entrance tests are arranged by the Admissions Officer. A copy of the pupil's most recent school report is requested, and test results are communicated to the family within a short timeframe. A place may be offered, and a language proficiency assessment may be required before final confirmation. 7. Language of instruction and EAL. The school requires an appropriate working knowledge of the language of instruction. English as an Additional Language (EAL) tuition can be arranged at the parent's expense. Applicants may be required to undertake a language proficiency assessment, which may include a written test and possibly an interview. 8. Allocation of places, offers and waiting lists. A place is available only after a formal offer has been made and the registration payment received. When registrations exceed places, priority is given according to set criteria (e.g., siblings, ex-pupils, length of time registered, exam results, alumni references). Parents are informed within two weeks of application whether a place is available. There is no right to appeal a decision not to admit, and the Headteacher's decision is final. The Parent Contract and admissions documentation outline the terms of education, and the school maintains an Admissions Register in accordance with policy and data protection rules.	Admissions Submit an Enquiry to begin. Visit the campus in person or arrange an online interview. Complete the online Application Form and submit the required documents. Student Assessment & Interview: Year 1 to Year 3 applicants meet the Head of Primary for simple literacy and numeracy tasks in English; Year 4+ applicants complete an online CAT4 assessment and an English written assessment; Year 11+ applicants have an interview with a senior member of the Secondary academic team. Offer and Admission: after reviewing the application and assessments, an offer is issued by letter or email; to secure the place, a one-time enrolment fee and refundable deposit must be paid; Admission is formally confirmed by the Admissions Department.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships Nsouli Scholars Programme provides 50 full scholarships at any one time to attend any Inspired school; the programme honours Nadim Nsouli, founder of Inspired in 2013; scholarships are awarded to individuals of Lebanese origin; the programme supports education across academics, sports, the arts and extracurricular activities.
Waitlist	Waitlist The school maintains a waiting list when a year group is full. A place on the waiting list does not guarantee eventual admission, and the school cannot predict when a place might become available.	Waitlist —
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