Green Valley School vs King Richard III College

	G Green Valley School Mallorca, Spain	K King Richard III College Mallorca, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €6,100 - 12,450	Fees / year €7,875 - 14,880
Age range	Age range 1 - 18 years	Age range 2 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (DP), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Pupils	Pupils 285	Pupils 250
Typical class size	Typical class size 26	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Spanish	Instruction language English, Spanish
Opened	Opened —	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Mallorca. Green Valley School is an international school on Mallorca. Programs offered include Preschool, Primary, Secondary, and the IB Diploma.	Location Located on the island of Mallorca (Majorca), 10 minutes west of Palma and 20 minutes from Palma airport. It is a private, fee-paying British international day school and a member of NABSS (National Association of British Schools in Spain). The school educates children from age 2 to 18 and provides bilingual education in English and Spanish.
Stages	Stages Preschool, Primary, Secondary, IB Diploma	Stages Primary (Age 3-11) and Secondary (Age 11-18). KR3 educates children from the age of 2 to 18 and follows the English National Curriculum from the Early Years Foundation Stage through to A Levels, with the Spanish Bachillerato offered in parallel.
School type	School type International school	School type British international private day school
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix Over 40 nationalities represented; countries represented include the United Kingdom, Sweden, Germany, France, United States, Zimbabwe, Russia, Canada and the United Arab Emirates.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation —	Country affiliation The school is affiliated with the United Kingdom as a British international school.
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 and reservation fees - Annual reservation of place (non-refundable): EUR 500 for Year 2–Year 6; EUR 800 for Year 7–Year 13. - Refundable deposit on acceptance: EUR 1,000 (returned provided the school receives at least three months' written notice from the family during the months specified and there are no outstanding fees). Tuition fees by year group (per term and per year, academic year September 2025–June 2026) - Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6: - Per term (each term): EUR 3,775. - Total annual (sum of three terms): EUR 11,325. - Annual payment (full-year payment with 3% discount applied): EUR 10,985. - Optional school lunch: EUR 460 per term; EUR 1,340 per year. - Year 7, Year 8, Year 9, Year 10, Year 11, Year 12, Year 13: - Per term (each term): EUR 3,950. - Total annual (sum of three terms): EUR 11,850. - Annual payment (full-year payment with 3% discount applied): EUR 11,495. - Optional school lunch: EUR 595 per term; EUR 1,735 per year. Billing schedule and payment terms - Reservation of place payment due by 31 January 2025. - Term payments (standard schedule): Term 1 due before 1 August 2025; Term 2 due before 1 December 2025; Term 3 due before 1 March 2026. - Annual full-year payment (if chosen) to be paid before 1 July 2025; the 3% discount applies only to full-year payments. - Fees for students joining during the academic year are prorated; the annual reservation of place fee must be paid in full. Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable; no boarding fees are listed in the school's published fee schedules for the current school-year documents. Other costs and recurring fees - Secondary book rental fee: EUR 200 for secondary students (applies as a textbook rental/subscription charge for certain year groups). External examination fees (IGCSE, IB) are not included in tuition and are charged separately. Primary and secondary trips and excursions are not included in listed tuition. Notebooks are provided and accident insurance is included (as noted in the school fee information). Uniforms are to be purchased from the specified retailer named in school communications. Refund information - The annual reservation of place fee is non-refundable. - The EUR 1,000 deposit paid on acceptance is refundable provided the family gives the required written notice (minimum three months' notice within the specified months of the school year) and there are no outstanding fees. - For students who join during the school year, fees are prorated but the reservation fee remains payable in full. Payment options and surcharges - The school's published material specifies payment deadlines and the availability of full-year, termly or prorated payments. The school's earlier fee notices also state that monthly payment plans can be arranged on request and that a surcharge may apply to alternative payment schedules; families should follow the school's published payment instructions when confirming a place. Notes on proration and non-payment - If a family fails to meet payment obligations, the school reserves the right to withdraw a student's place or to restrict attendance until fees are brought up to date. - For students who do not pay the deposit (older arrangements), the school requires written three-month notice during the school year to finalize payment obligations. Reimbursements are processed according to the school's refund timetable as stated in the fee documents.	Fee details Overview (Academic Year 2025–2026) Annual tuition by year group (full year) - Early Years (Nursery & Reception): EUR 7,875.00. - Key Stage 1 (Years 1–2): EUR 9,975.00. - Key Stage 2 (Years 3–6): EUR 11,570.00. - Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9): EUR 13,450.00. - Key Stage 4 (Years 10–11): EUR 14,880.00. - Years 12 & 13 (Sixth Form): EUR 14,880.00. Tuition per term (based on the school's published term payment split: Sept 1 = 40%, Jan 1 = 30%, Apr 1 = 30%) - Early Years (EUR 7,875.00 per year): - Term 1 (Sept 1, 40%): EUR 3,150.00. - Term 2 (Jan 1, 30%): EUR 2,362.50. - Term 3 (Apr 1, 30%): EUR 2,362.50. - Key Stage 1 (EUR 9,975.00 per year): - Term 1 (40%): EUR 3,990.00. - Term 2 (30%): EUR 2,992.50. - Term 3 (30%): EUR 2,992.50. - Key Stage 2 (EUR 11,570.00 per year): - Term 1 (40%): EUR 4,628.00. - Term 2 (30%): EUR 3,471.00. - Term 3 (30%): EUR 3,471.00. - Key Stage 3 (EUR 13,450.00 per year): - Term 1 (40%): EUR 5,380.00. - Term 2 (30%): EUR 4,035.00. - Term 3 (30%): EUR 4,035.00. - Key Stage 4 (EUR 14,880.00 per year): - Term 1 (40%): EUR 5,952.00. - Term 2 (30%): EUR 4,464.00. - Term 3 (30%): EUR 4,464.00. - Years 12 & 13 (EUR 14,880.00 per year): - Term 1 (40%): EUR 5,952.00. - Term 2 (30%): EUR 4,464.00. - Term 3 (30%): EUR 4,464.00. Application and entry charges - Registration fee (application): EUR 1,500.00. This fee is charged for all new pupils; it is non-refundable except that families who notify intention to withdraw with at least one term's notice may request a EUR 500.00 refund from this fee. - Registration deposit: EUR 800.00. What the tuition covers - Lunches included. - Textbooks included (where stated for the year groups). - Accident insurance included. - External examination entry fees and some other specific charges are not included and are charged per exam. Boarding - The school operates as a fee-paying day school; there are no boarding facilities and therefore no boarding fees. Discounts, surcharges and late-payment terms - 5% discount on annual fees for payments made in full by July 15. - Sibling discounts: 5% for the second child; 15% overall for three children; 20% overall for four children. - Monthly payment plans carry a surcharge of 5%. - Late-payment surcharge: 5% charged on fees outstanding after the due date. Failure to pay within 15 days may result in loss of the pupil's place. Billing schedule and payment terms - Term payment dates and split: Sept 1 (40% of the annual fee), Jan 1 (30%), April 1 (30%). - Monthly instalments are possible but incur the 5% surcharge mentioned above. Other charges and typical extras - External examination fees are charged separately per exam and are not included in tuition. - The published fee schedule does not list specific charges for uniform, optional trips, extra-curricular activities, specialist equipment or materials; such items are commonly charged separately where applicable. External examination and similar specific charges are explicitly noted as not included. Refund policy - The registration fee is non-refundable except that families who give at least one term's notice of withdrawal may request a EUR 500.00 refund from the registration fee. - There are no refunds for withdrawal or expulsion. Fee payment options - Specific payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit card, direct debit) are not specified in the published fee details. Payment is organised according to the billing schedule and the school's invoicing arrangements. For payment method details, the school's published contact information is provided alongside the fee schedule.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements The school is a day school; boarding is not offered.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The uniform policy focuses on comfort, practicality and school identity. We value the importance of the school uniform as a way to foster unity, respect and a sense of belonging.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options Nutrition is prioritized to support optimal physical, academic and emotional development. The school offers a healthy, tasty and appealing menu with balanced portions of vegetables, fruits, grains, dairy, lean meats, fish and eggs; the aim is to minimize processed foods and maximize organic and healthy options.	Food options On-site dining with a modern kitchen; school lunches are provided for Reception to Year 11.
House system	House system —	House system Primary School has a three-house system with House Captains elected from Year 6; house points are awarded for achievement and contribution; Olympic Day determines the Sports Cup winner.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership Privately owned, independent, fee-paying day school; member of NABSS (National Association of British Schools in Spain).
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Preschool, Primary, Secondary, and IB Diploma programs are offered. The school reports IB Diploma results in the global top 2%.	Curriculum details The school educates children from age 3 to 18 following the English national curriculum from the Early Years Foundation Stage through the English Primary and Secondary systems, culminating with A Levels (AS and A2) using the Cambridge International Exam board and EdExcel. It also provides a bilingual pathway by offering the Spanish System (ESO and Bachillerato) alongside the English framework. The school teaches a broad range of subjects at IGCSE and A Level, including Marine Science, Photography and Music up to A Level. The exam framework includes IGCSE, AS and A Level examinations, preparing students for university places in Europe and beyond.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio Small class sizes are maintained.
Exam results	Exam results IB Diploma results are in the global top 2%.	Exam results The school's exam results for IGCSE, AS and A Level are excellent; students graduate to top universities in Europe and further afield. Every year, Cambridge Outstanding Learner Awards are won by students for examination achievements.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression Graduates usually move on to universities worldwide, with recent Year 13 cohorts gaining places at Imperial College London, King's College London, Durham, Exeter, York, Glasgow, Sheffield, Queen Mary University of London, Berlin International University of Applied Sciences and Boston University, among others.
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 offers a comprehensive educational program that addresses emotional, social and intellectual aspects. It fosters the development of positive values, skills and talents. The mission emphasizes education in human values to develop global citizens through intercultural understanding and positive human qualities. The goal is to empower students to become critical and compassionate thinkers with integrity and a love of knowledge. The environment is peaceful and harmonious, supporting creativity and collaboration.	Social & emotional learning The school supports social and emotional learning through PSHE. The Primary atmosphere is happy and respectful, with pupils and staff showing mutual respect in all interactions. A broad, balanced and challenging curriculum is offered with small class sizes to support individual development. Pupils are encouraged to discover and develop talents through musical and sporting activities, excursions and residential trips. Emphasis is placed on positive behaviour, good manners and respect for others. The school provides opportunities for student voice and leadership through the Senior Students, School Council and the House System.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Differentiation is a school-wide process that matches learning opportunities to individual needs, including SEN. Planning recognises SEN and EAL, with teachers differentiating to include SEN and more-able and talented pupils in class work and interventions. EAL teachers support language development.	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language There are EAL teachers who support language development in the classroom.	English as an additional language —
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Proper nutrition increases students' physical and mental performance. Multiple intelligences and Human Values are the pillars of Green Valley's learning culture. The environment is peaceful and respectful, supporting well-being and learning.	Mental wellbeing The school community is supportive and nurturing, recognising and valuing each student's skills, abilities and talents. Core values and personal development are promoted while students are encouraged to achieve their academic targets. It emphasises trust and understanding between students from different backgrounds, reflecting its international intake. The environment supports students in developing resilience and social-emotional skills as part of their overall education.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Safeguarding and child protection is a whole-school task; all staff have an essential role in identifying welfare concerns and sharing information appropriately. The school designates a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) to coordinate safeguarding and maintain records. Welfare concerns are recorded on a welfare concern form and kept centrally by the DSL, with clear reporting and escalation procedures when necessary. Examples of welfare concerns include physical marks or injuries, eating disorders, changes in behaviour, self-harm, and concerns about a parent/carer.	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Classrooms are updated with modern technology to support dynamic, comfortable, and fluid learning. Nutrition is tailored to students' needs with delicious and healthy menus. The school is committed to high-quality education that inspires students and fosters their positive aptitudes and talents, encouraging excellence academically and personally. Education emphasizes human values, intercultural understanding, and lifelong learning in a peaceful, collaborative environment. IB results are outstanding, with scores in the global top 2%.	Facilities overview The school has 28 classrooms distributed around four main buildings. It is located in Portals Nous, Mallorca, with many classrooms offering sea views. The grounds feature a playground with football and basketball courts, picnic benches, gardens, and shaded areas. In 2020 lifts, bathrooms and disabled access were installed around the school, and the dining room block provides on-site meals daily from Reception to Year 11. Two science laboratories support the sciences up to A Level, with Marine Science added in Year 12; an ICT room houses the latest technology and an art studio provides photography dark rooms with views over the Mediterranean Sea.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities There is a sports ground adjacent to the school with both outdoor and indoor facilities. For sport lessons a private bus takes students to off-site facilities including an indoor pool, a sports centre, and an athletics stadium. Sailing and equestrian facilities are available via off-site partners. These on- and off-site venues support a broad range of athletic activities.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Pre-school, Primary, and Secondary programs are offered, along with the IB Diploma. Classrooms are updated with modern technology to support dynamic and accessible learning. The curriculum emphasizes human values, intercultural understanding, and lifelong learning. IB results are outstanding, with scores in the global top 2% in 2025.	Academic facilities Two fully-equipped science laboratories support biology, chemistry and physics up to A Level, with Marine Science added in Year 12. An ICT room houses the latest technology to support teaching and learning. An art studio with photography dark rooms provides space for visual arts and creative work. The campus serves these spaces across four main buildings designed for modern teaching.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities The 350-seat theatre in Paguera hosts musical productions and major events such as Prizegiving. On-site spaces support performances and cultural events throughout the year. The off-site sailing club and equestrian centre expand outdoor educational opportunities. The grounds and theatre spaces provide venues for learning beyond the classroom.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History —	History King Richard III College follows the British education system within an international school setting, with programmes for Key Stages 3, 4 and 5. In Key Stage 3, Year 7 studies medieval history, including the Norman invasion, feudalism, the Crusades, the Magna Carta and the Black Death; Year 8 covers modern history from the discovery of America in 1492 to the French Revolution; Year 9 includes topics on the French Revolution, the Industrial Revolution, the rise and fall of the slave trade, and the beginnings of the World Wars. The IGCSE History course (0470) surveys 20th‑century history from 1918 to 1980, including Germany 1918–1945, the Treaty of Versailles, the League of Nations, the Cold War, Eastern Europe 1945–1980, the Cuban Missile Crisis, the Vietnam War and the United Nations, assessed in three examination papers. At Key Stage 5, Cambridge International AS and A2 History (9389/9489) covers topics such as Empire and the emergence of world powers (1870–1919), the League of Nations and international relations in the 1920s–1930s, and China and Japan (1912–45); the second topic is The Origins and development of the Cold War between 1941 and 1950. Final assessment is by two written examinations.
Community	Community Green Valley School operates in Mallorca with an international environment and teaches several languages, including Catalan, French, and German or Swedish as a third language. Language learning is pursued through fun activities in a calm, respectful atmosphere where human values are reflected in every class and activity. The school organizes Christmas and year-end productions, offers music and drama classes taught by specialists, and runs a broad sports program with a new sports facility and an Olympic-sized pool. Throughout the year, workshops such as organic gardening, cooking, chess, robotics, and dance supplement the curriculum.	Community King Richard III College nurtures a strong sense of community with a warm family atmosphere. Compassion and empathy are central values. Student Council members organise charity events for the whole school community, including Halloween Scary Movie Competition, Christmas Fayre, Valentines Flower Sale, and a 15km Sponsored Walk. Each year a charity is chosen as the Focus Charity, with all funds donated at year‑end celebrations; annual donations exceed €14,000. The Focus Charity has included Aldeas Infantiles (2021–2022) and AECC – Asociación Española Contra El Cáncer (2020–2021).
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school offers Preschool, Primary, Secondary, and IB Diploma programs. It guides students to become critical and compassionate thinkers with integrity, and to be enquiring and lifelong learners. The mission emphasizes education in human values and global citizenship through intercultural understanding. It recognises multiple intelligences and provides a holistic program addressing intellectual, social, and emotional development.	Academic & intellectual The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award (DofE) is offered at KR3 and is the world's leading youth achievement award. The Award has Bronze, Silver and Gold levels and four sections: Service, Skills, Physical Recreation and Adventurous Journey; Gold also includes a Residential Project. At KR3, Bronze is available in Year 10 and Silver or Gold can be pursued in Years 12–13, with the programme led by three experienced teachers. The Award fosters voluntary service, personal development, physical recreation and adventurous journeys.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Music and drama classes are taught by specialized teachers. The school values the arts as part of its Multiple Intelligences approach. All children can participate in productions organized during Christmas, the end of the year, and other occasions.	Arts & creative KR3 has a renowned theatre program with productions that attract audiences from the school and wider island. Recent shows include Oliver, The Wiz, Bugsy Malone, Richard III and Henry V, and Primary pupils have staged The Jungle Book and Alice in Wonderland. A 350-seat theatre in Paguerà is used for musical productions and events such as Prizegiving.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Catalan and French are taught, with German or Swedish offered as a third language within the timetable. The school operates within an international environment, supporting multilingual education.	Cultural & language KR3 follows the English National Curriculum and provides bilingual education by offering the Spanish Bachillerato in parallel. Languages available include French, German and Spanish. The school hosts an international community with students from many countries, with more than 40 nationalities represented in the community. KR3 is described as a truly international British international school on Mallorca.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies A variety of workshops are offered during the year, including Organic Vegetable Garden Cultivation, Kitchen, Chess, Robotics, Dance, and Arts & Crafts. These workshops allow students to explore interests and develop additional skills in an enriching environment. Music and theatre productions are organized, with opportunities for participation in various roles such as actors, dancers, and musicians.	Social & hobbies KR3 runs a rich after-school extracurricular program with clubs for students and parents, including a creche for younger children. Clubs cover sporty, creative and learning-enhancement activities, with the list changing each half-term. Due to COVID-19 regulations, clubs are offered to children in the same class and mixing groups is not permitted at the moment. Clubs run after school and help broaden friendships and skills.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service The Student Council organises charity events each year for the whole school community, such as Halloween Scary Movie Competition, Christmas Fayre, Valentines Flower Sale and a 15km Sponsored Walk. Each academic year a charity is chosen as the Focus Charity, with all money raised donated at year-end celebrations. The KR3 community has led to annual donations of more than €14,000. In 2020/21 the Focus Charity was AECC – Asociación Española Contra El Cáncer, and in 2021/22 it was Aldeas Infantiles.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional Senior Students in Year 13 may apply for Head Boy and Head Girl, who act as ambassadors for the school at public events. The School Council includes Year 13 leaders who can become Chairman, Treasurer, Secretary and Business Manager to coordinate community and charity events. The Council comprises two representatives from each year group to share ideas and perspectives. The Primary School operates a House System with Year 6 House Captains leading their houses in competitions, and Housepoints recognizing work, effort and extra-curricular contributions, including Olympic Day track and field events.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The sports program includes soccer, basketball, track and field, hockey, gymnastics, and pickleball. A brand-new sports facility near the school features an Olympic-sized swimming pool. Nutrition is emphasized with healthy menus to support physical and mental performance, and sport aims to foster discipline, confidence, resilience, and self-esteem.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Secondary life is enriched by a program of trips and excursions that include cultural, sporting and departmental field trips. Residential trips have included PortAventura & Tarragona, a London trip, and a School Ski Trip to Andorra/Sierra Nevada, with additional day trips such as Mondrago Beach, Palma galleries, Christmas markets and theatre visits. The school also has off-site facilities for sport and well-being, including an indoor pool, sailing club and equestrian centre, and a 350-seat theatre is used for musical productions and major events such as Prizegiving.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English and Spanish bilingual instruction; a third language (Catalan, French, German or Swedish) is offered as an optional subject within school hours.	Language provision English follows the National Curriculum of England and Wales, with English Language taught alongside English Literature and EAL support available. Modern Foreign Languages include Spanish, French (from Year 4) and German (from Year 4); Catalan is taught from Year 2, and EYFS pupils study Spanish daily. The school operates a Spanish System alongside the British curriculum, with Lengua Española, Catalan and Sociales studied under the Spanish Ministry of Education.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school teaches English and Spanish bilingually.	Bilingual teaching The school offers bilingual/multilingual education, studying the British Educational System and the Spanish Educational System simultaneously.
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Reputation	Reputation
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Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Tours and conversations are arranged for the 2025/2026 cycle, with places potentially available during the academic year. For Year 2–Year 12, the admissions process is outlined for 2025/2026 and guidance is available by contacting the admissions team for details. Registration and timeline: The Registration Deadline is 2 February 2026. Parents may register their child/children a year prior to entry. If places are available, families are encouraged to proceed with registration in advance to secure a spot. Assessments and offers: If an assessment and school tour have not already occurred, assessments take place in March 2026. Offers are issued after satisfactory completion of assessments in English and Maths. Families should expect a formal communication outlining the offer if criteria are met. Acceptance and securing a place: After an offer is emailed, there is a 3–4 day deadline to accept. A place is secured by paying the reservation fee and the deposit. Details of school fees are provided separately on the school's fee documents. Starting at Green Valley: Your child begins at Green Valley School in September 2026. Prior to starting, an email with important information and a welcome to school is sent. Transition for primary students: In June 2026, a Transition Morning is held for Primary students. Children attend to meet their cohort and form tutor as part of the onboarding process.	Admissions The school offers places, when available, to students who are successful in the application process which involves an interview and an entrance exam. Reports and references from current schools form a major part of the selection procedure, and applicants are invited to participate in a taster day. Entry to 6th Form is selective and based largely on performance at IGCSE. To enter Year 12, students must attain a minimum grade C/5 in English Language and Mathematics and a minimum grade B in the subjects they wish to study at A Level.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist There is a waiting list for places. Students on waiting lists for a September 2026 start will be contacted if a place is available in the corresponding year group.	Waitlist —
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