Elian's British School of La Nucía vs Global Minds International School

	E Elian's British School of La Nucía Alicante, Spain	G Global Minds International School Alicante, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €5,600 - 13,491	Fees / year €7,650 - 16,600
Age range	Age range 1 - 18 years	Age range 2 - 16 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, IB (DP)	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), British Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 710	Pupils —
Typical class size	Typical class size 22	Typical class size 20
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Spanish	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened —	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Av. El Copet, 5 - 03530 La Nucía (Alicante). The school is located in La Nucía, Alicante, Spain. A bus service connects Calpe to Villajoyosa. The school is part of the Dukes Education family of schools.	Location Carretera Benissa - Jalón s/n, 03729 Llíber, Alicante, Spain. Located in the picturesque town of Llíber, the campus sits in natural surroundings with easy access to nearby coastal towns.
Stages	Stages Early years; Primary; Secondary; Baccalaureate (IB Diploma). The school serves ages 1 to 18.	Stages Ages 2 to 16 (early years through secondary).
School type	School type Private international British school following the English National Curriculum, with English immersion and bilingual provision including compulsory Spanish subjects and additional languages.	School type International school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation British affiliation through the English National Curriculum; part of the Dukes Education family.	Country affiliation Spain
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure School hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM; classes run from 8:45 AM to 4:10 PM.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details Bus routes cover areas from Calpe to Villajoyosa.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fees - A registration / application fee is required as part of the enrolment paperwork; proof of payment of the registration fee is listed among the documents required to complete registration. - The school does not publish a public numeric amount for the registration/application fee on its public fees page. Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year) - No published schedule of tuition fees by year group or per term is available on the school's public fees page or related downloadable materials; specific annual or per-term tuition amounts for Early Years, Primary, Secondary or IB (Years 12–13) are not published publicly. Because no fee table or figures are published, per-term and per-year numeric amounts cannot be provided here. Billing schedule and payment terms - The school states that enrolment is open year-round and that a registration fee is required at enrolment, but no public billing schedule (for example, whether tuition is billed annually, termly or by instalments) or detailed payment terms are published on the public fees page. Boarding fees (if applicable) - Elian's British School of La Nucía is a day school (co‑educational day school); there is no published boarding provision. Therefore there are no boarding fees applicable for this campus. Other costs and typical additional charges - Uniform: the school uses an external uniform supplier and a uniform portal is linked for families; uniform costs are therefore charged separately but exact uniform price lists are not published on the school's public fees page. - School transport: a school bus service covering routes from Calpe to Villajoyosa is provided; the existence of bus routes is stated but specific bus fares or how transport is billed are not published on the public fees page. - Meals, extracurricular activities, external exam fees and summer school: these services are offered (summer school and extracurricular activities are listed), but specific charges for meals, clubs, instrumental lessons, examination entry fees or summer school pricing are not published on the public fees page or downloadable materials. Refund information - No public fee refund policy, refund schedule or published rules for returning registration/tuition payments is available on the school's public fees page; no numeric refund terms are publicly listed. Fee payment options - The school's public fees page does not publish a definitive list of accepted payment methods (for example, credit card, direct debit/SEPA, or bank transfer) or the bank account details used for fee payments. Brief summary for parents - The school requires a registration/application fee at enrolment, operates as a day school with school transport and an external uniform supplier, and offers additional services such as summer school and extracurricular activities. Specific numeric amounts for application fees, tuition (per term or per year), transport, uniform, boarding (not applicable), refund rules, billing schedule and accepted payment methods are not published on the school's public fees page or in the school's publicly available materials. Because those fee amounts and formal billing terms are not published, per-year and per-term fee figures and formal payment schedules cannot be provided here.	Fee details Application & Registration Fees - A non-refundable registration fee of EUR 1,500 per student (new students only) is payable at the time of acceptance to secure a place. - A non-refundable re‑registration fee of EUR 1,000 is payable in March to guarantee a place for the following year. Tuition Fees (by year group) Annual tuition fees by age / year group (displayed as EUR amounts): - Age 3 (Kindergarten 1): EUR 7,650 per year. - Age 4 (Kindergarten 2): EUR 7,650 per year. - Ages 5–6 (Years 1 & 2 / Kindergarten 3 & Grade 1): EUR 9,180 per year. - Ages 7–8 (Years 3 & 4 / Grades 2 & 3): EUR 9,490 per year. - Ages 9–10 (Years 5 & 6 / Grades 4 & 5): EUR 9,790 per year. - Age 11 (Year 7 / Grade 6): EUR 11,730 per year. - Ages 12–13 (Years 8 & 9 / Grades 7 & 8): EUR 13,770 per year. - Ages 14–15 (Years 10 & 11 / Grades 9 & 10): EUR 14,800 per year. Per-term reference amounts (annual fee divided by 3, shown for each year group as a simple reference): - Kindergarten 1 & 2: EUR 2,550 per term (EUR 7,650 ÷ 3). - Kindergarten 3 / Year 1 & 2: EUR 3,060 per term (EUR 9,180 ÷ 3). - Years 3 & 4: EUR 3,163.33 per term (EUR 9,490 ÷ 3). - Years 5 & 6: EUR 3,263.33 per term (EUR 9,790 ÷ 3). - Year 7: EUR 3,910 per term (EUR 11,730 ÷ 3). - Years 8 & 9: EUR 4,590 per term (EUR 13,770 ÷ 3). - Years 10 & 11: EUR 4,933.33 per term (EUR 14,800 ÷ 3). Billing schedule & payment terms - Tuition may be paid monthly (payments due on or before the first day of the month to which they relate) or as a single annual payment. - An advance-payment discount of 3% on tuition is applied if the full year's tuition is paid in advance by the published deadline for advance payment (the school's published deadline applies). This discount applies to tuition only and not to services, and is conditional on registration fees having been paid. - Sibling fee reductions apply: second child 5% reduction in tuition and re‑enrolment fee; third child 15% reduction; fourth child and subsequent children 30% reduction. Boarding - Boarding is not offered. The school operates as a day school with planned school-bus routes for surrounding towns; final bus routes and prices are to be announced. Other costs and fees - School lunches are required for all students and are charged at EUR 150 per month. - Transport (school buses) will carry an additional charge when routes and prices are finalised. - Uniforms, school trips, textbooks, specialist exam fees, extracurricular programme fees, and other incidental items are not listed in the school's public fee summary; parents should allow for these additional costs in the same way as with similar international schools. Refund information - The registration fee (EUR 1,500 for new students) is non‑refundable. The re‑registration fee (EUR 1,000) is non‑refundable. No additional public refund policy detail is provided in the school's fee summary. Fee payment options - The school publishes monthly and annual billing options but does not publish specific payment channels (for example, which credit cards, online payment processors, or bank account details) in its public fee summary. Parents should expect standard international-school payment methods such as bank transfer or card payment to be offered, with any applicable processing fees and instructions provided by the school. If you need these figures placed into a database field-by-field, the key fee items are: registration fee EUR 1,500 (one-off); re‑registration EUR 1,000 (annual, non‑refundable); tuition by year group as listed above (annual); compulsory lunch EUR 150/month; sibling discounts and advance-payment discount as stated above; bus fees to be advised.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Uniform is used. Students may participate in extracurricular activities in the uniform they wear that day; trainers or specific clothes may be required for certain activities as indicated by the supervisor.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options A three-course hot meal is served; vegetarian and halal options are available; menus are adapted for allergies; meals are prepared on-site using fresh, seasonal ingredients.	Food options Lunches are provided and required for all students. Meals are prepared by professional chefs using fresh ingredients. The price is 150€ per month.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Part of the Dukes Education family of schools; the school is a member of the Dukes Education group.	Governance and ownership The school has a board. Induction includes meeting some of the board members.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details British curriculum with English immersion forms the core of the school's education for ages 1-18. English Immersion combines the British curriculum with Spanish core subjects and additional languages such as German and Valencian, with programmes adapted to each stage. Early Years (1-5) offers bilingual education in English in an international environment with trained teachers and a focus on play and exploration. Primary (5-11) provides bilingual education with professional bilingual teachers in an international setting. Secondary (11-16) enables attainment of Spanish ESO and Baccalaureate standards (homologation) alongside British IGCSE qualifications. Baccalaureate (16-18) is authorised to offer the IB Diploma, and the school is an IB World School.	Curriculum details The school teaches a curriculum that integrates the British National Curriculum with the International Baccalaureate (IB) program. It serves students aged 2-16 (as of September 2026). Class sizes are under 20 students, supporting personalised learning.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio Small class sizes under 20 students.
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school uses a 360º Educational Strategy focused on Excellence, Innovation, Personal Skills and Talents. Personal Skills shape responsible and empathetic individuals who can make a positive impact on the world. A holistic approach develops wider skills beyond academics through activities such as sports competitions, extracurricular activities, technological design and the Student Council. The program emphasises self-confidence, critical thinking and collaboration as core outcomes. The school's approach integrates personal development with academic learning to foster social and emotional growth.	Social & emotional learning Global Minds International School focuses on holistic education that supports academic excellence, personal growth, and global awareness. The school aims to develop critical thinking and essential life skills through a dynamic, future-focused curriculum. Learning is personalised with pathways that set individual goals and adapt teaching methods. Collaborative learning and interdisciplinary projects foster teamwork, communication, and social skills. An emphasis on digital literacy and real-world connections helps students become responsible global citizens. Wellbeing, global citizenship, and languages are central to the school's approach.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) The safeguarding policy includes considerations for minors with special educational needs and/or disabilities.	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language English Immersion uses a British curriculum enriched with Spanish core subjects and additional languages such as German and Valencian. Early Years are bilingual in English, with trained bilingual teachers within an international environment. Primary is bilingual in English, with professional bilingual teachers and a bespoke education. Secondary combines the Spanish ESO and Baccalaureate with the British IGCSE qualifications. The school is authorised to offer the IB Diploma and is an IB World School.	English as an additional language The school places a strong emphasis on learning multiple languages.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The safeguarding policy commits to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing, physical and mental health and safety of students. It aims to create and maintain an open, safe, supportive environment where the wellbeing of students is paramount. The policy also defines staff responsibilities and the procedures for safeguarding and responding to concerns, including training and ongoing oversight.	Mental wellbeing Focus on wellbeing is a central part of the educational project. A healthy mind and body are considered crucial for effective learning. Regular activities such as yoga, mindfulness, and outdoor adventures help students manage stress and build resilience. The approach also integrates physical education and mental health to support overall wellbeing.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Safeguarding and child protection policy and procedures exist for Elian's British School La Nucía. The policy states the safeguarding and wellbeing of pupils as a core focus and outlines the duties of staff and students and the channels for reporting concerns to Social Services, the Public Prosecutor and the police. It defines abuse and the appropriate responses and assigns roles, such as the Child Protection and Wellbeing Coordinator (CPWC) and its deputy, with training and support processes. The policy also covers online safety and cross-context safeguarding responsibilities.	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Elian's British School of La Nucía provides education in an exceptional environment in Alicante. The school has 53 air-conditioned classrooms equipped with computers and interactive whiteboards. It also has custom-built ICT classrooms and dedicated spaces for art and design, music and performance, including a dance studio and an auditorium. A well-stocked library offers fiction and nonfiction titles in English, Spanish and other languages. It is the only school in the province of Alicante with a beach volleyball court. The Early Years department (ages 1–5) uses a specially designed area for young learners, and pupils have access to outdoor play areas, including an enclosed playground with soft flooring and sensory play equipment such as water and sand trays.	Facilities overview Located in Llíber, the campus sits in a valley between mountains, trails, ravines, and vineyards. It spans over 32,000 m² of outdoor space and includes a vegetable patch, a swimming pool, a theatre, an indoor gymnasium, and outdoor sports courts. The facilities include a state-of-the-art food science kitchen and well-equipped science laboratories. Additional spaces include a dance studio, music rooms, and a cafeteria with its own kitchen, plus a restaurant. Other notable facilities include a technology room, a STEAM hub, biology/chemistry/physics laboratories, an art room, a natural forest, large classrooms, and workshops.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The school has a beach volleyball court, the only one in the province of Alicante. Pupils also benefit from outdoor play areas, including an enclosed playground with soft flooring and sensory play equipment for physical activity.	Sports facilities Outdoor sports courts are available for PE and team sports. The indoor gymnasium supports campus fitness activities. A semi-Olympic swimming pool provides aquatic programs.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities There are 53 air-conditioned classrooms equipped with the latest technology, including computers and interactive whiteboards. The school features custom-built ICT classrooms and dedicated spaces for art and design, music and performance, including a dance studio and an auditorium. A well-stocked library provides English, Spanish and other language titles. The Early Years area is specially designed to support language development and physical growth, with outdoor spaces including an enclosed playground.	Academic facilities The learning program integrates the British National Curriculum with the International Baccalaureate (IB) program, providing an international educational experience. Class sizes are under 20 students, enabling personalised learning. A focus on critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving underpins the curriculum. Large classrooms and dedicated science and technology spaces enhance academic work.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities The after-school activities programme complements the academic curriculum and offers options in English and Spanish. Music School is taught by professional musician Andrés Santos and covers instruments such as piano, guitar, ukulele, electric bass, drums and percussion, with individual lessons, group theory, band rehearsals and auditions. The programme includes Nursery to Year 6 groups, a timetable of Tuesday–Thursday from 8:15 AM to 4:30 PM, and pricing of €80 monthly for one session per week or €160 monthly for two sessions per week.	Extra curricular facilities Theatre, a dance studio, and music rooms support performing arts and cultural activities. Outdoor spaces and the natural forest enable outdoor education and exploration. The cafeteria and on-site restaurant support school life and events.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Since opening its doors, Elian's British School of La Nucía has provided education to pupils aged 1 to 18 in La Nucía, Alicante. It teaches a British education alongside the Spanish curriculum and the International Baccalaureate, with English language immersion at all stages. It is a member of the Dukes Education family of schools. The school is guided by four pillars—Excellence, Talent, Innovation, and Personal Skills—embodied by Einstein, Kahlo, Da Vinci, and Mandela.	History Global Minds International School was founded by Amy McRae Johnson and Yago Escrivà Sastre, who previously walked these halls as students and are now founders of the school. They established Global Minds to provide an education that transcends conventional standards and prepares students for tomorrow's world. The school is built on the principles of partnership and collaboration, with educators who bring an international perspective to the classroom. The founders invite families to partner with Global Minds to build a future for student success.
Community	Community The Elian's community is committed to bilingual international education in Alicante province. It promotes self-discovery, the development of talent, and voluntary work, shaping leaders who will build a better society. It is part of the Dukes Education family of schools, fostering a broader learning community. The school hosts events and exhibitions, such as Visual Arts Exhibitions and Open Days, to engage families and the local community.	Community Global Minds International School emphasizes a strong and supportive family spirit and a diverse, inclusive student body. Our teachers are dedicated mentors who invest in each student's personal and academic growth, fostering a culture of compassion, respect, and encouragement. Learning at Global Minds includes outdoor activities and field trips that connect students with real-world experiences and strengthen bonds within the community.
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The Extracurricular activities complement the academic curriculum and enhance students' talents. They are offered in English and Spanish. The 360º Educational Strategy develops wider skills beyond the classroom, including technological design and Student Council involvement.	Academic & intellectual The STEAM Programme (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) is integrated with the curriculum. Students engage in coding, robotics, and engineering projects, as well as visual arts and performing arts. Interdisciplinary learning fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, and connections across subjects.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The Music School is available and taught by a professional musician. It covers instruments including Piano, Guitar, Ukulele, Electric Bass, Drums, and Percussion, with both individual and group lessons, plus music theory and band rehearsals. Assessments are graded, and auditions are organised to showcase progress. It offers opportunities to develop musical talent from beginner to advanced.	Arts & creative Visual arts and performing arts are embedded in the STEAM Programme. A dance studio and music rooms, along with a theatre, provide spaces for creative expression. The campus supports arts-based projects that run across disciplines.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language English immersion is provided, delivering a British curriculum enriched by Spanish core subjects and additional languages such as German and Valencian. Early Years learn in English within an international environment with trained bilingual teachers. Primary education continues with bilingual instruction delivered by professional bilingual staff. Additional languages including German and Valencian are taught as part of the curriculum.	Cultural & language Languages are emphasised alongside studies in global politics, culture, and history to cultivate international-mindedness. The school focuses on learning multiple languages and developing global citizenship.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies After-school activities complement the academic programme and are offered in English and Spanish. The Music School provides group sessions for Nursery to Year 6, with instruments including Piano, Guitar, Ukulele, Electric Bass, Drums, and Percussion. Sessions run on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 8:15 AM to 4:30 PM. Music theory, auditions, and graded assessments are part of the program.	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service Community service is an integral part of the educational project, together with environmental stewardship. The school emphasises social responsibility and opportunities for students to contribute to the community.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The 360º Educational Strategy includes Student Council as part of its activities. Leadership and personal development are supported through a range of activities beyond the classroom, including sports competitions, extracurricular activities, and technological design.	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The Exclusive Programme for Young Athletes balances high academic performance with sports coaching. Flexible schedules accommodate sports commitments, allowing training and competitions without neglecting academic development.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Health, fitness, and sports are emphasised to build discipline, teamwork, and well-being. The campus features facilities including a semi-Olympic swimming pool, indoor gymnasium, outdoor sports courts, a dance studio, music studios, and a theatre to support well-being.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English is the language of instruction. The school teaches bilingual education in English and Spanish. Spanish is taught as a foreign language for international students, and Valencian is taught as part of the Spanish curriculum. German is offered as a subject in the secondary curriculum; Spanish as a Foreign Language is available for international students who do not take Lengua, Sociales and Valencian.	Language provision We place a strong emphasis on learning multiple languages, paired with studies in global politics, culture, and history. Language and Literature are taught as core subjects within an interdisciplinary curriculum, and language proficiency is a focus of our program. Global citizenship and languages are central to the learning experience.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school teaches in English and Spanish.	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs Immersion English Programme – Year 7 & Year 8. Provides intensive language support while integrating students into school life. 20 hours per week of small-group English, with the rest of the day spent with peers in tutor time, sports, art and other activities; the aim is to move students into mainstream classes after one year and prepare for IGCSE by Year 10.	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
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Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Fill out the admission form to request information. Experience our educational approach and meet our dedicated teaching staff. A personal interview is conducted. The registration process is completed. Enrollment is year-round, but early application is recommended to guarantee a place.	Admissions 1. Apply. Start by completing our application form. When we receive your application, we will be in touch to arrange a Family Conversation. Given our unique approach to a child's education, it is important that both the school and family applying have ample opportunity to explore ideas, questions, thoughts, and feelings, and our application serves as a springboard for those later conversations. Spaces for September 2026 are limited and we are following a first-come-first-serve policy. 2. Family Conversations. A Family Conversation is arranged to explore ideas, questions, thoughts, and feelings and to help both sides understand needs and aspirations. 3. Offer and acceptance. Once we have all relevant information and a place is available, we will issue a formal offer of a place in the form of a letter. To accept a place, parents are asked to pay the registration fee and sign the acceptance form confirming their agreement to the school's Terms and Conditions. 4. Registration. After the offer, a personal meeting is arranged to deepen understanding of our approach and clarify needs and aspirations. We will provide open days very soon. A New Joiners' Information pack is sent to parents with details about the school day, uniform, clubs and other extra-curricular opportunities. There is a comprehensive induction period to allow all students to familiarise themselves with teachers, peers, families, the campus, and board members.
Scholarships	Scholarships Dukes Education Scholarship is offered.	Scholarships —
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