Global Minds International School vs Xábia International College - Secondary & Sixth Form Campus

	G Global Minds International School Alicante, Spain	X Xábia International College - Secondary & Sixth Form Campus Alicante, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €7,650 - 16,600	Fees / year €5,900 - 14,800
Age range	Age range 2 - 16 years	Age range 1 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), British Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Japanese Curriculum, French Curriculum, BTEC Qualification, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, Cambridge (Secondary)
Pupils	Pupils —	Pupils 450
Typical class size	Typical class size 20	Typical class size 20
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English, Spanish
Opened	Opened —	Opened 1994
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	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.	Location —
Stages	Stages Ages 2 to 16 (early years through secondary).	Stages —
School type	School type International school	School type —
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Spain	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	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.	Fee details —
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement —
Food options	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.	Food options —
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school has a board. Induction includes meeting some of the board members.	Governance and ownership —
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	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.	Curriculum details —
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Small class sizes under 20 students.	Student teacher ratio —
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 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.	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school places a strong emphasis on learning multiple languages.	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	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.	Mental wellbeing —
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	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.	Facilities overview —
Sports facilities	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.	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	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.	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	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.	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	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.	History —
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.	Community —
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	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.	Academic & intellectual —
Arts & creative	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.	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	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.	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies —
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.	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	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.	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	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.	Language provision —
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching —
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	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.	Admissions —
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist —
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