ISLA Academy vs The Montessori School of Mallorca

	I ISLA Academy Mallorca, Spain	T The Montessori School of Mallorca Mallorca, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €4,130 - 12,575	Fees / year €7,980 - 12,500
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 16 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Montessori Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 86	Pupils 90
Typical class size	Typical class size 15	Typical class size 15
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Spanish	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 2024	Opened 2015
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location ISLA Academy is located in Manacor, Mallorca, Spain. The campus has two addresses: Campus Address Diseminado Poligon 07, 115, 07500 Manacor; Urban Address Calle Tortova 2, 07500 Manacor. Students come from around the world and are immersed in English and Spanish.	Location Santa Maria del Camí, Mallorca, Spain. Carrer Batle Josep Canyelles, 9, 07320 Santa Maria del Camí, Illes Balears, Mallorca. Just metres from the train station, with a dedicated parking area for families.
Stages	Stages Primary Age 3-10; Secondary Age 11-18	Stages Casa (3-5 years); Primary (5-11 years); Secondary (11-16 years).
School type	School type The school is an international academy offering British education, with daily emphasis on sports and outdoor learning.	School type The school is an international Montessori school.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Supports students with special educational needs and those who have never received formal education through individual development plans, with parental involvement.	Additional learning support W.I.S.E. Centre provides tailored academic and emotional support, including guidance for EAL, learning adaptations, and enrichment. Support can be one-to-one or in small groups, with learning plans as needed.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Spain	Country affiliation United Kingdom
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure School hours are 9:00–16:00, Friday finishes at 15:30.
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / Enrolment fees - Primary enrolment fee: EUR 500 (non-refundable; charged prior to a child's first year at ISLA). Deposit: EUR 1,000 (refundable after completing the academic year). Materials fee: EUR 425 (includes one full uniform set: hoodie, sweatpants, shorts and t-shirt). Daily healthy snacks and lunches and insurance are listed as included in primary tuition; school trips and examinations are excluded. Tuition fees — Primary (monthly amounts listed; academic year = 10 months) - Early Years (age 3–4): EUR 745 per month. - Reception (age 4–5): EUR 795 per month. - Year 1 (age 5–6): EUR 830 per month. - Year 2 (age 6–7): EUR 895 per month. - Year 3 (age 7–8): EUR 960 per month. - Year 4 (age 8–9): EUR 1,025 per month. - Year 5 (age 9–10): EUR 1,185 per month. - Year 6 (age 10–11): EUR 1,215 per month. - Discounts: 30% large-family discount for every 3rd, 4th, etc., 5% discount for full academic-year payment made before the academic year starts, and a 30% community discount for eligible Spanish residents/long-stay families (limits apply; only one discount per student). One academic year consists of 10 months. Tuition fees — Secondary (published formats and billing shown) - Key Stage 3 (Lower secondary): - Year 7 (age 11–12): Enrolment/tuition figure shown as EUR 5,960 per year; Monthly fee shown as EUR 702. - Year 8 (age 12–13): Enrolment/tuition figure shown as EUR 5,960 per year; Monthly fee shown as EUR 702. - Year 9 (age 13–14): Enrolment/tuition figure shown as EUR 5,960 per year; Monthly fee shown as EUR 702. - Key Stage 4 (IGCSE): - Year 10 (age 14–15): Fee shown as EUR 9,920 every 2 years; Monthly fee shown as EUR 1,079. - Year 11 (age 15–16): Fee shown as EUR 9,920 every 2 years; Monthly fee shown as EUR 1,079. - Key Stage 5 (A-levels): - Year 12 (age 16–17): Fee shown as EUR 7,960 every 2 years; Monthly fee shown as EUR 1,252. - Year 13 (age 17–18): Fee shown as EUR 7,960 every 2 years; Monthly fee shown as EUR 1,252. - Secondary deposit: EUR 1,000 (refundable after completing the academic year). Materials: Lower secondary materials fee EUR 425 (includes one full uniform set); IGCSEs & A-Levels materials fee EUR 150. The enrolment fee description notes inclusion of Wolsey Hall enrolment fees for relevant subjects, materials, textbooks and one mock exam per subject in exam years; examinations at a local exam centre and field trips are excluded. A 5% discount applies when tuition for the full academic year is paid before the start of the academic year. Billing schedule and payment terms - The school defines one academic year as 10 months. The published fee documents show monthly instalments and references to whole-year payment discounts (5% for full-year payment made before the academic year starts). An invoice is issued for the enrolment fee and deposit as part of the registration procedure. Specific termised billing schedules (for example: exact term dates and per-term invoices) are not published in the fee sheets. Boarding fees - There are no published boarding or residential fees in the school's fee documents for primary or secondary years. Tuition and materials listings reference daily meals and day-school services rather than residential provision. No boarding provision or boarding charges are published. Other costs and regular extras - Materials/uniform: Primary materials fee EUR 425 (includes one full uniform set). Lower secondary materials fee EUR 425; IGCSE/A-Level materials fee EUR 150. - Excluded items: School trips, local exam centre examination fees, and some external costs are explicitly excluded from tuition and billed separately. Students are expected to bring their own tablet/chromebook/laptop. Refund information - Deposit refund: The deposit of EUR 1,000 is refundable after the student completes the academic year. Enrolment fee: Primary enrolment fee EUR 500 is non-refundable. Materials fees and other charges are not described as refundable in the published fee documents. Fee payment options (methods) - The admissions text states an invoice is sent for the enrolment fee and deposit as part of registration and the contact page provides email, WhatsApp and telephone contact details; however, the published fee documents and admissions pages do not list specific accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit card, direct debit or IBAN details). No formal list of payment channels is published in the fee materials. Brief summary of findings and gaps - Published fee sheets for the 2025–2026 year include detailed primary monthly fees, secondary fee figures and the principal charges (enrolment fee, deposit, materials), and list what is included and excluded. These documents do not publish a formal per-term invoice schedule, a clear list of accepted payment methods, or boarding/residential fees (no boarding is listed). The admissions page indicates detailed fees for 2026–2027 will be made available later.	Fee details Tuition fees (annual and per term, by age group) - Casa (ages 3–5): €7,980 – €8,400 per year. Per term (calculated as annual ÷ 3): €2,660 – €2,800 per term (rounded to the nearest euro). - Primary (ages 5–11): €9,025 – €9,500 per year. Per term (calculated as annual ÷ 3): €3,008 – €3,167 per term (rounded to the nearest euro). - Secondary (ages 11–16): €11,875 – €12,500 per year. Per term (calculated as annual ÷ 3): €3,958 – €4,167 per term (rounded to the nearest euro). (Note: per-term values above are calculated by dividing the published annual fee by three terms to give a per-term figure; the school's published fees list both annual amounts and offer a termly payment option. ) Application / enrolment charges - Enrolment Deposit: €1,500 (refundable after one full year). - Enrolment Fee (one-off, non-refundable): €900. Reduced enrolment fee with sibling discount: €720. - Annual Registration Deposit: €500 (deductible but non-refundable; credited against the first fee payment of the following academic year). Discounts and payment incentives - Sibling discounts: 5% for the second child; 7% for the third and subsequent children (applied in birth order). - Payment discounts: 5% discount for annual fees paid in advance (early-bird), 2% discount for termly payments. Billing schedule and payment terms - The school publishes fees on an annual basis and offers payment options by term or by annual advance payment; the termly-payment option and the annual-payment option are reflected in the stated payment discounts. The per-term figures above are calculated on the basis of three academic terms per year. Additional and recurring costs - Annual lump-sum charge per student: €150 – €195 (covers agendas, notebooks and three regular day trips/outings per year). - Uniforms: purchased separately through the school uniform shop (costs vary). - Lunch: families may bring a packed lunch or opt into an on-site catering service (catering charged separately). - Extracurricular activities and trips: after-school clubs, overnight trips and optional international trips are charged in addition to tuition. - Examination fees: IGCSE exam fees and other external examination fees for Secondary students are charged in addition to tuition. Boarding fees - Boarding: not applicable. The school operates as a day school with published school hours (example: 09:00–16:00). No boarding fees are published. Refund information - The Enrolment Deposit (€1,500) is refundable after one full year of attendance. - The Enrolment Fee (one-off) is non-refundable (reduced with sibling discount where applicable). - The Annual Registration Deposit (€500) is deductible but non-refundable and is credited against the first fee payment of the next academic year. Fee payment options and practical note - The published fees information describes discounts for paying annually in advance or paying termly, which indicates the school accepts both annual and termly billing arrangements. Specific accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, direct debit, or card) are not listed in the published fees summary; contact details for Admissions are provided for payment-method or invoice queries. Key contact for fees / payments - Admissions email and phone (published contact for fee enquiries): [email protected] / +34 971 14 01 70.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
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Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement —	Uniform requirement The school has a uniform policy. Uniforms for Casa (3-6) and Lower and Upper Primary (6-12) and Secondary (12-16) are sold through the school uniform shop, including polo shirts and other items such as jumpers and sports shirts.
Food options	Food options ISLA Academy offers cafeteria-style, healthy lunches; the menu is largely vegetarian, with fish and chicken served occasionally, and meals use locally grown produce where possible, including produce from the ISLA garden. Lunch is included in tuition at the Cabarete campus, while Las Terrenas families may purchase meals from an outside provider. A nutritious morning snack is provided for Preschool and Phase 1, and a waste-free lunch is encouraged with students bringing reusable water bottles.	Food options Lunch is available via an optional catering service; students may also bring packed lunches from home.
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Sean Bennett serves as Director and Co-founder, leading the school. Franco Rodriguez is Founding Curriculum Coordinator, and campuses are supported by Amanda Bucci (Cabarete Campus Coordinator) and Laura Bencosme (Las Terrenas Campus Coordinator). Nykia Blue is Director of Finance.	Governance and ownership The school is operated by Earth Children School S.L. and Earth Children High School S.L., private limited companies incorporated in Spain. It is authorised by the Government of the Balearic Islands after inspection by NABSS and certification by the British Council, and is an authorised learning center of Pearson Edexcel and Cambridge Assessment.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school follows the British curriculum with maths, science and foundational subjects taught to a British framework. English, maths and Spanish are taught daily within levelled groups to ensure individual learning and progress. Project-based learning is used for foundational subjects, with daily outdoor activities linking learning to real life. Individual development plans support students with high abilities, special educational needs, or those with diverse educational backgrounds. The academic objective is to prepare students to undertake Cambridge or Edexcel IGCSE and A-level examinations, with access to universities worldwide. The languages of instruction are English and Spanish.	Curriculum details Blending Montessori education with the British National Curriculum, The Montessori School of Mallorca provides a continuous journey from Casa (3-5) to Secondary (11-16). A British curriculum pathway guides Primary to Secondary, culminating in IGCSE and Spanish ESO qualifications. English is the main language of learning within a vibrant international community, with Model United Nations in Rome. Primary is homework-free and offers a broad, balanced program with core academics, languages, arts, and physical education, supported by Montessori and British-trained teachers and subject specialists in music, languages, and sport. In Secondary, learning is fully British with small classes taught by British-certified subject specialists, supported by the W.I.S.E. Centre for wellbeing, inclusion, and safeguarding, and a dual qualification pathway (IGCSE and ESO) alongside Global Perspectives and Model United Nations.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio Small classes with British-certified teachers and subject specialists.
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression The school prepares students to undertake Cambridge or Edexcel IGCSE and A-level examinations and provides access to universities worldwide.	Higher education progression After Year 11, students progress to A-Levels, the IB Diploma, or Spanish Bachillerato—qualifications recognised by universities in Spain, Europe, and worldwide.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented The school creates individual development plans to support students with high abilities.	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning ISLA supports social and emotional development as a core part of every learner's experience. Life skills are taught through outdoor learning, social interaction, and real-life applications. Every child receives an individual learning plan that considers strengths and needs, helping them grow socially and emotionally. Language support is woven into daily lessons to help all learners participate and build confidence in social interactions. Sport and outdoor activities are embedded in the weekly rhythm to foster teamwork, cooperation, resilience, and enjoyment of the outdoors, with activities such as gymnastics, athletics, capoeira, martial arts, yoga, and horse riding. A learning support team, including a remedial teacher and an educational psychologist, supports students with higher abilities or special educational needs and works with families to review progress.	Social & emotional learning The W.I.S.E. Centre provides tailored guidance for every child, offering counselling and emotional care alongside academic coaching and learning adaptations. It supports a wide range of needs, including language support, emotional regulation, social development, attention skills, handwriting, and fine motor development. Support may be delivered one-to-one or in small groups, with in-class adaptations or individual learning plans as needed. Well-being and safety are foundational to the school community, not add-ons. The W.I.S.E. Centre helps students grow with confidence, balance, and joy in learning.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) ISLA provides inclusive education for learners with high abilities and those with special educational needs. The curriculum is supported by collaborative Development Plans to guide each child's goals and progress. Teachers differentiate instruction to meet individual levels and provide extra guidance when needed. A learning support team includes a remedial teacher and an educational psychologist to provide targeted support and monitor progress. For language learners, language support is integrated into daily lessons to ensure access to the British curriculum. Families are engaged through close collaboration to review and adjust plans as students progress.	Special educational needs (SEN) The W.I.S.E. Centre offers guidance for a wide range of needs and strengths, including those who may benefit from extra help with focus, literacy, or language (EAL). It supports emotional regulation and social development, and provides academic support through attention skills programmes and handwriting/fine motor support. The school also offers enrichment for exceptionally able or gifted students. Support may include one-to-one or small-group sessions, in-class adaptations, or individual learning plans to extend or reinforce progress. The approach places well-being at the core of personalised learning for every student.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language ISLA immerses students in English and Spanish, with strong language support woven into daily lessons. Many children join with little or no English or Spanish, and teachers use visuals, hands-on activities, and step-by-step explanations to aid understanding. Language support is provided through small-group or one-to-one sessions as needed. English and Spanish are taught by native speakers, ensuring high-quality bilingual instruction. The school welcomes students from diverse linguistic backgrounds and emphasizes practical, interactive language learning.	English as an additional language English is the main language of learning. The school serves an international community with English as the primary medium of instruction. EAL support is available through the W.I.S.E. Centre, providing language-focused guidance as part of integrated academic and emotional support. Language support can be delivered one-to-one or in small groups as part of personalised guidance. This integrated approach helps students access the British curriculum and participate in school life.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is a top priority at ISLA. Daily sports and outdoor activities are built into the timetable to support wellbeing and learning. Children spend substantial time outdoors for fitness, nature exploration, and team activities, including on-site horses. The outdoor environment promotes physical health, social skills, and mental wellbeing, fostering sportsmanship and resilience. ISLA combines a British curriculum with a strong focus on personal development and life skills to support well-rounded mental wellbeing.	Mental wellbeing Well-being and safety are central to the school's approach. The W.I.S.E. Centre provides personalised guidance to nurture confidence, balance, and joy in learning. It addresses emotional care, social development, and academic coaching, with options for one-to-one or small-group sessions, learning adaptations, or enrichment. The environment is described as a safe, caring space where every child feels understood, valued, and capable. The focus is on holistic development, balancing academic growth with emotional and social wellbeing.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding A Safe and Caring Space is provided through the W.I.S.E. Centre, which fosters inclusion, empathy, and curiosity to safeguard student welfare. Personalised guidance supports safety and wellbeing through one-to-one or small-group sessions and learning adaptations. The school is authorised by the Government of the Balearic Islands (07015550) after NABSS inspection and holds British Council accreditation, with additional recognition as an authorised Pearson Edexcel and Cambridge Assessment learning centre. These credentials reflect external oversight of the school's programmes and safeguarding standards.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview ISLA Academy integrates movement and outdoor learning into the daily rhythm. Students spend at least half of the day outside, in lessons, sports or free play. The natural environment—forest, beach, and outdoor areas—is used for games, hikes, swimming and team activities, with regular field trips.	Facilities overview The Montessori School of Mallorca sits on a generous, nature-centered campus built around a historic 400-year-old windmill. The grounds include spacious patios and gardens with open views of the Tramuntana mountains, and a vegetable garden that supports biodiversity. Classrooms are spacious, light-filled, and designed as prepared environments to promote independence and focused discovery. The Casa spaces extend outdoors into gardens and play areas, while Primary and Secondary areas incorporate outdoor learning spaces and natural settings. The campus design emphasizes movement, nature, and daily opportunities for exploration.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Sport is built into the weekly rhythm with activities such as gymnastics, athletics, capoeira, martial arts, yoga, horse riding and several team sports. Primary years have daily sport and outdoor physical activities; lower secondary has 5 hours of sport per week; upper secondary has 2–3 hours per week, with ongoing sport balanced alongside academics. The natural environment is frequently used for outdoor activity.	Sports facilities —
Academic facilities	Academic facilities ISLA Academy combines a British-based international curriculum with a personalised learning approach. Each child receives an individual learning plan tailored to their strengths, interests and needs, with language support woven into daily lessons. English and Spanish are taught by native speakers. The program blends core academics (literacy, numeracy, science, humanities) with enriched learning (projects, outdoor education, arts and sport). A learning support team, including a remedial teacher and an educational psychologist, provides additional help as required.	Academic facilities Casa classrooms are spacious, child-sized, and arranged in mixed-age groups to foster independence. Casa emphasizes hands-on materials and practical life activities that build concentration and freedom within guided learning. Primary classrooms promote independence and collaboration, with learning extending outdoors into gardens and open spaces. English is the main language of learning, with regular lessons in Spanish, Catalan, and German. Secondary blends a British curriculum with Montessori values, small classes taught by subject specialists, and dual qualifications (IGCSE and ESO), supported by wellbeing and safeguarding through the W.I.S.E. Centre.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities On-site activities include gymnastics, athletics, capoeira, martial arts, yoga, horse riding and various team sports. Monthly field trips are organised for ISLA/MTA students and other secondary students from local and international communities based on interests in science, languages, humanities or arts.	Extra curricular facilities Montessori Model United Nations (MMUN) runs from Upper Primary to Secondary, with students debating real-world issues and presenting at international conferences in Rome or New York. Cambridge IGCSE Global Perspectives explores human rights, sustainability, and global challenges. Debate Club sharpens communication and respectful dialogue. Cultural excursions and international trips extend learning to London, Madrid, Rome, New York, or China. Everyday life on campus is multilingual and multicultural, with English as the main language of learning and regular lessons in Spanish, Catalan, and German.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History ISLA Academy was founded in September 2024 in Manacor, Mallorca, to provide more than a traditional international school. It identifies as an international learning community for sports, outdoor learning, and British education. The school aims to grow healthy, confident children aged 3 to 18 from around the world, developing their physical and mental skills and fluency in both English and Spanish. The academic program prepares students to undertake Cambridge or Edexcel IGCSE and A-level examinations, and emphasizes daily sports and outdoor activities, as well as project-based learning across foundational subjects.	History The Montessori School of Mallorca is an international private school offering nursery, primary and secondary education for ages 3 to 16 in Mallorca, Spain. It blends Montessori pedagogy with the English national curriculum, providing a continuous learning journey from Casa to Secondary with British IGCSE and Spanish ESO qualifications. The school is operated by Earth Children School S.L. and Earth Children High School S.L., two private limited companies in Spain. The founder and director, Montserrat Povill Pacheco, has more than 20 years in education, including work with UNICEF across Africa, Asia and America; her grandparents founded a school in Catalonia in 1934 and her parents continued the educational legacy. As it celebrates its 10th anniversary, the school emphasises a multilingual, Montessori-inspired approach to empower children to become independent, creative, and compassionate learners.
Community	Community Students come from around the world and ISLA immerses them in English and Spanish, forming a multinational learning community that supports real-world problem solving and experiential learning. ISLA collaborates with multiple partners in Mallorca to enrich learning, including ROOTS Outdoor Adventures, Escuela Equina Sendero del Sol (horse riding), She Moves (women's fitness), Mallorca Art School, Mallorca Tutoring Academy, Building in Nature, and Community Days for parents and supporters. ISLA Discovery Days are held monthly, and events such as Easter Bushcraft Camp, Back2Balance Animal Experience, and horse-riding activities are offered along with regular afternoon clubs. ISLA emphasizes well-being and family involvement, with assemblies, mentor groups, and an ambassador programme.	Community English is the main language of learning, and the school hosts a vibrant international community, including participation in Model United Nations in Rome. The school emphasises wellbeing and community with a safe, caring environment that fosters resilience, kindness, and a sense of belonging for every child. The Our School materials describe Growing as Global Citizens as part of its focus on global citizenship and social responsibility.
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual ISLA teaches mathematics, science and foundational subjects according to the British curriculum, with English, maths and Spanish taught daily in levelled groups to support progress. Foundational subjects are taught through project-based learning, enabling connections across subjects and practical application. The academic programme prepares students to undertake Cambridge or EDEXCEL IGCSE and A-level examinations. Individual development plans guide each student's progress, with support for high-ability learners and those with special educational needs.	Academic & intellectual Montessori Model United Nations (MMUN) runs from Upper Primary to Secondary, where students debate real-world issues and present at international conferences in Rome or New York. Cambridge IGCSE Global Perspectives explores human rights, sustainability, and global challenges. Debate Club sharpens skills in communication and respectful dialogue. Cultural excursions and international trips extend learning to London, Madrid, Rome, New York, or China.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative ISLA collaborates with Mallorca Art School, a leading visual arts centre on the island. Afternoon Clubs include sports, music, English support and LEGO-club, providing creative and recreational activities after the school day. The Mallorca Art School partnership provides ongoing visual arts experiences for students.	Arts & creative Arts & Music are integrated into the curriculum. Primary explores creativity through painting, crafts, theatre, singing, and instruments. Secondary includes Arts, Drama, and Music as core subjects taught by subject specialists in languages, music, and sport.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Students are immersed in English and Spanish. English classes are offered through a tutoring programme to support language development. The school aims for fluency in both Spanish and English. English, maths and Spanish are taught daily within levelled groups to ensure inclusivity and progress.	Cultural & language English is the main language of learning. Regular lessons in Spanish, Catalan, and German. Support for students to take exams in their home languages (e.g., Italian, Dutch, Russian). Everyday life on campus is multilingual and multicultural.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies ISLA runs monthly Discovery Days for students to explore learning outside the classroom. The Easter Bushcraft Camp offers outdoor learning experiences for children. Afternoon Clubs include sports, music, English support and LEGO-club for different ages. Daily outdoor activities and nature exploration are part of the regular routine.	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional MMUN and Debate Club help students develop leadership and communication skills. Participation in MMUN fosters confidence and collaborative problem-solving as students engage with peers in formal settings.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Daily sports and outdoor activities are part of the ISLA routine. Students spend time in outdoor spaces, including the veggie garden and nature-based projects, with horses on campus. Outdoor learning promotes physical health, self-awareness, empathy and an appreciation for the natural world, supporting physical and mental wellbeing.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The W.I.S.E. Centre provides tailored guidance—from counselling and emotional care to academic coaching and learning adaptations. Well-being and safety are the foundation of the joyful, inclusive school community. School hours run from 9:00 to 16:00 (Fridays until 15:30) to support healthy routines and more family time.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision English and Spanish are taught; Catalan is offered through language labs.	Language provision English is the main language of learning. In Primary, fluency in English is developed while Spanish, Catalan, and German are taught in a natural, immersive way. The school follows the British Curriculum Pathway, with dual international qualifications (IGCSE and ESO) for Secondary.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching The school immerses students in English and Spanish.	Bilingual teaching English is the main language of learning; students also learn Spanish, Catalan, and German.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs English and Spanish immersion is provided. Daily instruction in English and Spanish is delivered within leveled groups to ensure inclusivity and progress.	Immersion programs Languages are taught in a natural, immersive way across Primary, including English, Spanish, Catalan, and German.
Reputation	Reputation
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Registration Procedure consists of 3 steps: 1. Show interest by filling Admission Form; 2) ISLA will contact you within 48 hours to schedule a meeting (in person or online) to get to know your family and answer questions about ISLA and its values; 3) An enrollment fee and deposit invoice is issued; after payment a place in the learning community is offered, or the child is placed on the waiting list. New admissions occur during the academic year. 100% individual support means families choose the educational pathway and ISLA acts as adviser, helping navigate options based on age, English fluency and academic level. Development Plans support each child's goals, and pathway options are discussed at key transition points to align with needs and future plans. Fees: Detailed information about fees for 2026-2027 will be available soon. No phone policy.	Admissions Three-step admissions process: Step 1 Check Availability — Tell us about your child's age and preferred start date; we'll confirm current availability (or likely openings) and email more information within 1–2 working days. Step 2 Visit Us — Come and experience our school in person; join an Open Day or book an individual visit. Step 3 Interview & Offer — If places are available, we'll invite your family for a meeting and, where appropriate, a tester day. Children turning 3: interviews & offers begin November; Older children: rolling admissions; if full, we'll offer a waiting list place. Get in touch with our admissions team at +34 971 14 01 70 or [email protected]. Address: Carrer Batle Josep Canyelles, 9, 07320 Santa Maria del Camí, Illes Balears, Mallorca. The school is accredited by the British Council and NABSS; authorized by the Government of the Balearic Islands; and an authorised learning centre of Pearson Edexcel and Cambridge Assessment.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist ISLA admits new children during the academic year, and after completing the enrollment steps a place is offered if available or the child is placed on the waiting list.	Waitlist Older children: rolling admissions; if full, we'll offer a waiting list place.
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