King's College The British School of Alicante vs Willow International School
King's College The British School of Alicante and Willow International School are both in Alicante, about 33 km apart. Both schools offer British, Cambridge IGCSE and Pearson Edexcel IGCSE programmes. King's College The British School of Alicante also offers IB, and Willow International School also offers Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge International AS Levels and Cambridge A Levels. Published annual fees are close, at €6,100 - 12,800 for King's College The British School of Alicante and €5,520 - 12,300 for Willow International School. King's College The British School of Alicante takes pupils from 2 to 18, and Willow International School from 3 to 18. King's College The British School of Alicante is the larger school, with around 1,240 pupils to Willow International School's 87. Typical class sizes are 24 at King's College The British School of Alicante and 12 at Willow International School.
IB (DP), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Curriculum
British Curriculum, Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Pupils
Pupils
1,240
Pupils
87
Typical class size
Typical class size
24
Typical class size
12
Instruction language
Instruction language
English
Instruction language
English
Opened
Opened
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Opened
2020
Bus service
Bus service
Yes
Bus service
No
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
Glorieta del Reino Unido 5, Alicante 03008, Spain. King's College Alicante is located on the outskirts of Alicante with easy communication to the city by road and by public transport. It is housed in a modern, purpose-built building with state-of-the-art facilities designed for children between the ages of 2 and 18 (from Nursery to Year 13).
Location
The Willow International School is located at Avenida del Mar 2b, Local 6-7 Pueblo Bravo, 03170, Alicante, Spain. It is a UK National Curriculum School based in Ciudad Quesada, Alicante. It sits in the Pueblo Bravo neighbourhood of Ciudad Quesada, Alicante. The school delivers the British Curriculum in English, with strong Spanish language learning and a nurturing, multicultural environment.
Stages
Stages
Ages 2-18 (Nursery to Year 13). The school includes Early Years, Primary, Secondary, and Sixth Form (Years 12-13).
Stages
Early Years – Reception (Age 3-5) follows the Early Years Foundation Stage. Primary Education covers Key Stage 1 & Key Stage 2. Secondary Education covers Key Stage 3 & Key Stage 4. A-Level Education provides Sixth Form.
School type
School type
British international day school.
School type
UK National Curriculum School.
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix
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Additional learning support
Additional learning support
Dedicated pastoral and wellbeing leader coordinates support for pupils' needs within the curriculum.
Additional learning support
Pastoral care and wellbeing support are provided, including Primary School Support with a dedicated pastoral and wellbeing leader, and Secondary School Support with a designated tutor and PSHE-based guidance.
Country affiliation
Country affiliation
British
Country affiliation
United Kingdom.
Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
Christian (ecumenical) values; teaching includes Christian Faith from an ecumenical point of view; other faiths may opt out.
Religious affiliation
Christian values are integrated from an ecumenical perspective; religion is part of the SMSC provision with opt-out on request.
School day structure
School day structure
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School day structure
Registration 8:30 AM – 9:15 AM; Lesson 1 9:15 AM – 10:00 AM; Lesson 2 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM; Break 10:45 AM – 11:00 AM; Lesson 3 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM; Lesson 4 11:45 AM – 12:30 PM; Lunch 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM; Lesson 5 1:30 PM – 2:15 PM; Lesson 6 2:15 PM – 3:00 PM; Extra Curricula Activities 3:00 PM – Various.
Bus service details
Bus service details
Bus service with modern buses; buses have seat-belts and are supervised by a responsible adult; pick-up and drop-off times are approximate.
Bus service details
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Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
Tuition fees (per term and per year by Year group — 2025–2026 academic year) - Pre‑Nursery (ages 2–3): €2,440 (Term 1) + €1,830 (Term 2) + €1,830 (Term 3) — Annual total €6,100. - Nursery (ages 3–4): €3,640 (Term 1) + €2,730 (Term 2) + €2,730 (Term 3) — Annual total €9,100. - Reception (ages 4–5): €3,640 (Term 1) + €2,730 (Term 2) + €2,730 (Term 3) — Annual total €9,100. - Year 1 (ages 5–6): €3,740 (Term 1) + €2,805 (Term 2) + €2,805 (Term 3) — Annual total €9,350. - Year 2 (ages 6–7): €3,820 (Term 1) + €2,865 (Term 2) + €2,865 (Term 3) — Annual total €9,550. - Year 3 (ages 7–8): €4,165 (Term 1) + €3,120 (Term 2) + €3,120 (Term 3) — Annual total €10,405. - Year 4 (ages 8–9): €4,180 (Term 1) + €3,135 (Term 2) + €3,135 (Term 3) — Annual total €10,450. - Year 5 (ages 9–10): €4,220 (Term 1) + €3,165 (Term 2) + €3,165 (Term 3) — Annual total €10,550. - Year 6 (ages 10–11): €4,320 (Term 1) + €3,240 (Term 2) + €3,240 (Term 3) — Annual total €10,800. - Year 7 (ages 11–12): €4,720 (Term 1) + €3,540 (Term 2) + €3,540 (Term 3) — Annual total €11,800. - Year 8 (ages 12–13): €4,790 (Term 1) + €3,595 (Term 2) + €3,595 (Term 3) — Annual total €11,980. - Year 9 (ages 13–14): €4,800 (Term 1) + €3,595 (Term 2) + €3,595 (Term 3) — Annual total €11,990. - Year 10 (ages 14–15): €4,960 (Term 1) + €3,720 (Term 2) + €3,720 (Term 3) — Annual total €12,400. - Year 11 (ages 15–16): €5,120 (Term 1) + €3,840 (Term 2) + €3,840 (Term 3) — Annual total €12,800. - Year 12 (ages 16–17): €5,575 (Term 1) + €4,180 (Term 2) + €4,180 (Term 3) — Annual total €13,935. - Year 13 (ages 17–18): €5,580 (Term 1) + €4,185 (Term 2) + €4,185 (Term 3) — Annual total €13,950.
What the tuition covers - Tuition fees include school lunches, textbooks, materials and a technology fee.
Application / enrolment fees - A non‑refundable enrolment fee of €1,550 per pupil is payable on acceptance of a place. No reimbursement is made in the event of cancellation. - An annual re‑enrolment fee is billed in the third term each year and is deducted from the first term's fees of the next academic year (amount shown on the school's re‑enrolment billing).
Billing schedule and payment terms - Fees are billed and paid termly (three terms per year). Receipts/invoices are presented at the start of each term — within the first ten days of September, January and April. - All fees (including bus service, optional classes and school visits) are payable by direct debit. A €15 charge applies for each rejected direct debit. Exceptions to direct debit require a written exception request to the school finance director. - If fees are unpaid seven days after the due date, the school may refuse attendance; if unpaid after fourteen days, the school may terminate the contract.
Notice, withdrawal and refunds - Three months' written notice is required to withdraw a pupil; in lieu of notice three months' fees are payable. Parents must notify intent to leave in writing by the school's notified deadlines for June departure. - No refund is made for absence due to illness or other causes. No refund of the enrolment fee is made if a place is cancelled. No refund is made if notice of departure is given after April 1. - If the school makes a significant change to provision, parents who choose to withdraw within the permitted 21‑day period may do so without being required to give the three‑month notice. - The school will not be liable to refund fees in the event of temporary or permanent closure due to pandemic, terrorism or similar exceptional events.
Boarding - Boarding is not applicable to this campus; fees and schedules above apply to day pupils. (The school operates as a day school with optional bus service and compulsory lunches included in fees).
Transport (bus) fees and family discounts - Bus fees (listed as € per month) by route: Alicante €198 (return) / €130 (single); Torrevieja–Aspe–Monforte €222 (return) / €141 (single); Altea–Benidorm €244 (return) / €164 (single). Bus charges are payable by direct debit and family discounts apply to the bus service. - Family discounts on Education and Bus Service: 3rd child 10% discount; 4th child 15%; 5th and subsequent children 20%.
Other charges and optional services - Induction English (per lesson): Individual €50; Small group €42. - External examination fees (GCSE, IBDP, Cambridge, national tests, etc.) are charged in addition and are included on termly bills where applicable. - Optional classes, extracurricular activities and certain school visits are charged extra; optional classes must be contracted termly or yearly and refunds are not possible for non‑attendance. - Uniform and sports kit are purchased through the school shop; parents are responsible for the cost of uniform and personal writing materials (some textbooks remain school property on loan).
Refunds and special cases - No refunds for absence, illness, or where notice of withdrawal is provided after the stated deadlines; specific limited exceptions (e.g., permitted withdrawal after a significant change) are described in the school's terms and conditions.
Payment options (practical summary) - Standard payment method: direct debit (mandatory for fees, bus, optional classes and trips). A €15 charge applies to each failed direct debit. Exceptions to direct debit are considered only by written request to the finance director.
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Fee details
Application & Registration Fees
- Enrolment / one-time administration (registration) fee: €600, payable at registration. This fee is non‑refundable and secures a pupil's place once paid.
- Primary 1 (Sparrows): €552 per month. Annual equivalent (10 months, September–June): €5,520. Per school term (annual divided by three terms): €1,840.
- Primary 2 (Robins): €552 per month. Annual equivalent: €5,520. Per term: €1,840.
- Primary 3 (Owls): €578 per month. Annual equivalent: €5,780. Per term: €1,926.67.
- KS3 (Key Stage 3): €600 per month. Annual equivalent: €6,000. Per term: €2,000.
- KS4 (Key Stage 4): €615 per month. Annual equivalent: €6,150. Per term: €2,050.
- AS / A2 (Sixth Form) teaching: €225 per subject per month (fee shown in the school fee schedule under cohort tuition). For reference, this charge is applied per subject taken. Annual and term totals will depend on the number of subjects and months enrolled.
Additional compulsory / annual fees and resources
- Platform & Microsoft licence fee: €350 annually, due by 1 June. This covers digital platforms (including White Rose Maths provision, English SPaG, and Spanish provision in Primary).
- Annual registration fee for continuing (current) students: €200, payable by 1 June.
- Textbooks for KS3/KS4: parents receive an ISBN booklist by 1 June each year and are responsible for purchasing required textbooks.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition is payable monthly from September through June (10 monthly instalments). Additional annual charges (platform licence, continuing‑student registration) are due by 1 June. The one‑time registration/enrolment fee is payable at the time of registration.
- A place is confirmed only when registration and resource/enrolment fees are paid. Parents must notify the school by 1 June if their child will not be returning in September.
Boarding
- Boarding is not offered by this school (the school operates as a day school).
Other costs (uniforms, meals, extracurriculars, transport)
- Uniform: All official uniform items for the school year must be purchased through the school's approved supplier; orders are placed online through the approved retailer. Uniform items are compulsory (with limited exceptions for some PE items). Parents should budget for a full uniform set per child.
- School meals (compulsory for Primary): KS1 lunch cost: €5.00 per day; KS2 lunch cost: €5.50 per day; Secondary lunch cost: €6.95 per day. Budget for daily lunch charges where applicable.
- Curriculum resources & textbooks: Parents are responsible for purchasing required KS3/KS4 textbooks from the provided ISBN lists. Additional charges for optional trips, activities, or external exam fees may apply when relevant.
Refund information
- The enrolment / registration administration fee of €600 is explicitly non‑refundable. No separate published refund schedule for tuition instalments or other fees is provided in the available fee information; withdrawal notification by 1 June is required for changes to the following September intake.
Fee payment options
- The school's published fee pages and policies list the amounts and due dates but do not specify the accepted payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, etc.) in the publicly available fee summary. Contact the school office directly for the school's accepted payment channels and any bank details or card‑processing arrangements.
Brief note on available information
- The school publishes monthly tuition rates (September–June), the one‑time registration fee (non‑refundable), the annual platform licence charge and continuing‑student registration charge, the requirement to notify the school by 1 June for withdrawal, uniform purchasing arrangements, and per‑day meal charges. No boarding charges are published because boarding is not offered. Specific detail on accepted payment methods and a detailed published refund schedule for tuition instalments were not provided in the publicly available fee documents.
Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
King's College Alicante has a school uniform. Pupils wear navy blue or black shoes; boys wear tailored trousers and girls wear the official skirt; during winter a blazer is worn and a blue tie is required for boys. The uniform shop on site sells items and appointments are required to visit.
Uniform requirement
Uniform is compulsory. Uniform items can be ordered online for 2025/2026 from the official supplier. Girls may wear skirts with detachable straps or long trousers; boys may wear long trousers or shorts. Primary pupils wear plain black shorts or bottoms for PE with a white and black PE top; PE long trousers and the tracksuit jacket are not compulsory.
Food options
Food options
An on-site catering service (Nexalia) prepares meals. The menus are regularly checked by independent experts to ensure balanced, healthy and nutritious meals.
Food options
School meals are provided and compulsory for Primary. Meals are nutritious with an 8-week rotating menu. Primary KS1 lunch costs 5.00 euros and KS2 lunch 5.50 euros per day; Secondary lunch costs 6.95 euros per day. Packed lunches are allowed for KS3/KS4, and Year 10–13 may leave campus during lunch; there is no option to heat food on site.
House system
House system
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House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
The Headteacher leads day-to-day operations with the Board of Directors responsible for policy, finances and practical management. The British School of Alicante SL owns the school and it is a member of Inspired Education Group.
Governance and ownership
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Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
King's College Alicante educates students from ages 2 to 18 (Nursery to Year 13). The school uses the English National Curriculum and delivers IGCSEs at the end of Year 11, followed by A-Level courses. It is an IB World School authorised to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, including a bilingual Diploma option at the end of Year 13. French and German are also offered.
Curriculum details
The school is a UK National Curriculum School based in Ciudad Quesada, Alicante. The British Curriculum is taught in English, with strong Spanish language learning and a nurturing, multicultural environment. Reception (Age 3-5) follows the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum; Primary Education covers Key Stage 1 & 2; Secondary Education covers Key Stage 3 & 4; and A-Level College provides Sixth Form.
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio
Small class sizes.
Exam results
Exam results
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Exam results
OFSTED 2024 Inspection Report rated OUTSTANDING.
Higher education progression
Higher education progression
Ex-students have entered British universities and top institutions such as Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial College and LSE. Alumni have also progressed to Stanford University and Duke University, and to universities in Spain including UAM, the Complutense University of Madrid, and Carlos III.
Higher education progression
There is a smooth pathway to UK, European, and global universities.
Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
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Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
Academic calendar
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
Pastoral care is provided by teaching and non-teaching staff as pupils grow and develop in the school. For younger pupils, the class teacher and learning assistant are the initial contacts for help. A dedicated pastoral and wellbeing leader ensures all pupil needs are planned for and met through the curriculum and assembly programme. In the Secondary school, a designated tutor oversees the academic and social welfare of the tutor group via the PSHE programme and year group assemblies, with daily tutor periods and visiting speakers enriching the provision. Senior staff coordinate PSHE and broader pastoral care, and there is an annual Universities Fair with university visits; staff receive training to deliver informed guidance. Regular parent communication is facilitated through newsletters, calendars, handbooks, and parent–teacher consultation evenings; the Headteacher and staff are available by appointment. The school welcomes pupils from diverse backgrounds and teaches Christian values from an ecumenical perspective, with opt‑out options for other faiths as requested by families.
Social & emotional learning
Pastoral Care provides guidance and support for pupils. Primary pupils are supported by the class teacher and a learning assistant, with a dedicated pastoral and wellbeing leader coordinating care within the curriculum and assembly programme. In the Secondary School, a designated tutor-group teacher supports the academic and social welfare of each group, with the PSHE programme, year group assemblies, and the daily tutor period. Senior staff oversee the PSHE programme and broader pastoral care, with ongoing staff training to ensure effective guidance. The school emphasises strong home–school communication through newsletters, handbooks, and parent consultation opportunities.
Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN)
The school has a Special Educational Needs & Disability Policy. SEN support is provided through the class teacher and learning assistant model, with the pastoral and wellbeing team coordinating provision to meet pupils' needs within the curriculum.
English as an additional language
English as an additional language
The school uses English as the language of instruction with full immersion in English. French and German are offered as additional languages. The British System emphasizes more than bilingualism in English and Spanish, aiming to develop open-minded, creative individuals through experiential and cross-curricular learning.
English as an additional language
The school delivers the British Curriculum in English and includes strong Spanish language learning. Native-level English education is provided. Small class sizes and personalised learning support pupils' progress.
Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
A dedicated pastoral and wellbeing leader ensures pupil needs are planned for and met through the curriculum and assemblies. In the Secondary school, a designated tutor supports academic and social welfare through the PSHE programme, year group assemblies, and daily tutor periods, with visiting speakers adding to the wellbeing provision. Senior staff oversee the PSHE programme and wider pastoral care, and there is external input from international universities through visits and events such as the Universities Fair, supported by staff training on current guidance. There is a strong emphasis on parent–school communication through newsletters, calendars, reports, and consultation evenings to support student wellbeing and progress.
Mental wellbeing
Pastoral care includes a wellbeing leader who works with staff to support pupil wellbeing. In the Secondary School, PSHE supports mental wellbeing and social development. Regular communication with families via newsletters and reports supports student wellbeing.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding
The safeguarding policy commits to safeguarding and promoting the welfare, health (including mental health) and safety of pupils, with a clear framework for action. All staff have responsibilities to contribute to a safe environment, know how to respond to disclosures, maintain confidentiality, and refer concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead. The policy applies to all pupils and adults in the College, including during off‑site activities and exchanges. The College is committed to inter‑agency information sharing to secure the best safeguarding outcomes for pupils. The policy aligns with Keeping Children Safe in Education definitions and guidelines, emphasising that safeguarding is everyone's responsibility.
Safeguarding
The school has a School Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy updated September 2, 2024. Related safeguarding policies include Health & Safety, First Aid, and Preventing & Tackling Bullying.
Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
King's College Alicante has modern on-site facilities including a dedicated EYFS building, football pitches (full and five-a-side), seven science laboratories, basketball and multipurpose courts, a large Multi-Purpose Hall and dining room, and a music department with 28 iMac computers. The Foundation Stage classrooms (Nursery and Reception) have independent bathrooms and direct access to play areas, and the Infant playground features high-quality play equipment and safety surfaces. Every classroom is equipped with interactive whiteboards and wifi. ICT and digital learning are supported by a Chromebook programme in the Secondary School, 3D printers, robotics and virtual reality, with iPads used in Primary from Year 5.
Facilities overview
Willow International School provides modern, high-quality facilities that enhance learning and support development. Classrooms and common areas are climate-controlled to ensure a comfortable environment year-round. Each classroom is equipped with state-of-the-art interactive whiteboards and reliable Wi-Fi. There is a dedicated primary building with well-equipped classrooms, independent bathrooms, and access to play areas. The infant playground offers high-quality equipment and safe surfaces for outdoor play.
Sports facilities
Sports facilities
At King's College Alicante, pupils have access to excellent sports facilities including a 7-a-side artificial pitch, basketball and volleyball courts, a football sala pitch, a large Multi-Purpose Hall, tennis courts and an indoor gymnasium. Physical education is a major area of extra-curricular activity.
Sports facilities
On-campus sports amenities include a 7-a-side artificial pitch with integrated basketball and volleyball courts. Through partnerships with outside agencies, sports facilities are expanded to include a full-size football pitch, tennis courts, an indoor gymnasium, and an outdoor swimming facility. These facilities enable a wide range of sports and physical activities for students throughout the year.
Academic facilities
Academic facilities
Seven newly refurbished science laboratories are on site. The school provides fully equipped music facilities with 28 iMac computers. The ICT suite supports a Digital Learning Programme, including a one-to-one Chromebook programme across the Secondary School, iPads in Primary from Year 5, and technologies such as 3D printers, Green Screens, Robotics and Virtual Reality.
Academic facilities
ICT facilities include a dedicated ICT suite with printing facilities, with primary pupils beginning use from Year 5 as part of the transition programme. Interactive whiteboards and reliable Wi-Fi support technology-enhanced teaching in classrooms. Remote learning is supported via Microsoft Teams to ensure continuity when needed.
Extra curricular facilities
Extra curricular facilities
Optional Activities include: Music (Piano, Bass, Drums, Electric Guitar, Guitar, Violin); Languages (Spanish Booster, German, French); Creative or Pedagogic Activities (Little Chefs, Painting & Art Culture, Chess, Book Club, Choir, Nanobots / Bytebots / Megabots); Sport (Football, Judo, Figure Skating, Basketball, RDA Ballet); Early Morning Club.
Extra curricular facilities
Extra Curricular Activities at Willow International School enrich the student experience and foster personal growth, creativity, and teamwork. Spanish Conversation Club meets Mondays from 3:00 to 3:30 PM. Board Game Club meets Tuesdays from 3:00 to 3:30 PM. English Additional Language Club meets Wednesdays from 3:00 to 3:30 PM. Storybook Creating Club meets Thursdays from 3:00 to 3:30 PM. These clubs provide opportunities to practice languages, develop thinking skills, and collaborate with peers.
Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
King's College Alicante opened in the current building in 2001 as a parent cooperative, succeeding the British Council School. Academic management was entrusted to King's Group in 2005, with full control and ownership transferred to King's Group in 2010. The college is governed by the King's Group Board (KGB), which makes strategic decisions and delegates detailed planning to the academic sub-committee and the college senior leadership team. It operates two sections, primary (including the Early Years Foundation Stage) and secondary (years 7–13), serving pupils aged from 32 months to 18 years.
History
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Community
Community
Parental involvement is a central feature of school life. Parents are invited to meetings and presentations throughout the year, including formal orientation meetings for transitions and informal coffee mornings and information workshops. There are frequent opportunities for parent involvement through open sessions and workshops, book look weekends, and use of Tapestry, Class Dojo and Doddle to communicate with parents about their child's learning. Parents express satisfaction with the knowledge, visibility and approachability of senior leaders and teachers and are seen as partners in their child's learning.
Community
Willow International School is a UK National Curriculum school based in Ciudad Quesada, Alicante. The school delivers the British Curriculum in English with strong Spanish language learning within a nurturing, multicultural environment. OFSTED 2024 inspection is noted on the site, conducted by Penta International. The site features a Recent News section that highlights announcements, events, and achievements, reflecting the school community.
Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
Parents are regarded as partners in their child's learning. There are regular opportunities for parent involvement through open sessions and workshops, book look weekends, and the use of Tapestry, Class Dojo and Doddle to communicate with parents about their child's learning. Parents express satisfaction with the knowledge, visibility and approachability of senior leaders and teachers. There are regular parent meetings, information workshops and opportunities to meet teachers throughout the year. The college provides extensive information for parents via a parent portal and regular meetings, and maintains a clear policy for handling complaints. Open sessions, workshops and book look weekends, together with digital platforms, support ongoing parent engagement.
Parent teacher association
Friends of Willow is the school's parent-teacher association. EUROMARINA is listed as part of Friends of Willow, and Barbara Cobos is named in connection with the association.
Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
The school teaches in English with full immersion of the English language. British qualified teachers support learning. It has a state-of-the-art campus designed for children aged 2 to 18 and a capacity of more than 1,100 students. French and German are also offered.
Academic & intellectual
Willow International School is a UK National Curriculum school based in Ciudad Quesada, Alicante. The British Curriculum is delivered in English, with strong Spanish language learning. Early Years follows the Early Years Foundation Stage, Primary covers Key Stage 1 and 2, Secondary covers Key Stage 3 and 4, and there is an A-Level College for post-16 study. It provides a pathway to UK, European, and global universities.
Arts & creative
Arts & creative
An Inspired School emphasises Performing Arts as a pillar of learning within its Three Pillars approach. Arts are placed on par with academics and sports within the Inspired learning model.
Arts & creative
Extra Curricular Activities provide enrichment beyond the classroom. The program includes Spanish Conversation Club, Board Game Club, English Additional Language Club, and Storybook Creating Club. These activities foster creativity, teamwork, and storytelling.
Cultural & language
Cultural & language
English is the language of instruction with full immersion in English; French and German are also offered.
Cultural & language
Spanish Conversation Club helps practice Spanish; English Additional Language Club supports improving English; The British Curriculum is delivered in English with strong Spanish language learning.
Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
Extra-curricular activities are offered as part of the Inspired learning model, with Performing Arts and Sports featured as core pillars. A range of Optional Activities is available.
Social & hobbies
Recreational clubs include Board Game Club and Storybook Creating Club, providing opportunities for social interaction and collaborative hobbies after school.
Community & service
Community & service
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Community & service
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Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
The school provides a warm, friendly, happy and stimulating environment for all students.
Lifestyle & wellbeing
Pastoral Care provides guidance and support for pupils; A dedicated pastoral and wellbeing leader supports younger pupils; In Secondary, a designated tutor group leader oversees academic and social welfare; PSHE and SMSC development are integral to the curriculum; The school emphasizes parent–school communication and hosts events; On-campus sports amenities support physical wellbeing.
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
English is the language of instruction. All students study Spanish; the frequency of Spanish classes depends on age; non-Spanish speakers receive specific Spanish as a foreign language in addition to the Spanish Curriculum. French, Chinese and German are available. In the IB Diploma Programme, Chinese A, Chinese Ab Initio, Spanish A and B, French and German B are offered.
Language provision
English is the language of instruction; Spanish language learning is included as part of the curriculum; native-level English education is provided.
Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
Pupils gain bilingual language skills; English is the language of instruction in the classroom; Spanish is studied as a language; language support helps students become bilingual.
Bilingual teaching
The school delivers the British Curriculum in English, with strong Spanish language learning integrated and a nurturing, multicultural environment.
Immersion programs
Immersion programs
Full immersion of the English language.
Immersion programs
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Reputation
Reputation
Awards
Awards
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Awards
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Accreditations
Accreditations
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Accreditations
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Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions include Open Days, Information on Fees, a Virtual Tour, Entry Requirements, Nsouli Scholars, FAQs, and Our Partners. A personalised admissions meeting on campus or online can be booked. An admissions appointment can be booked. A virtual tour is available to discover facilities.
Admissions
1. The application process begins with completing the downloadable Primary & Secondary Application Form. After submission, a member of our admissions team will contact you to discuss your application and outline the next steps. The process is designed to be straightforward and supportive to guide you through enrollment. A one-time registration fee of €600 is payable upon enrolment and is non-refundable; for tuition and other fees, refer to the comprehensive fee structure. Admissions are accepted throughout the year. 2. For the 2025/2026 academic year, there are Age & Course Guidelines to place students into the correct Willow year group. The guidelines show date of birth ranges and the corresponding Willow year group and Spanish equivalents. This placement helps ensure the curriculum and cohort are appropriate for each child. 3. The Admissions Checklist lists documents required to complete the application: an online or paper application form; a photocopy of a valid Visa for non-EU students; a photocopy of the identity documents of both parents; a photocopy of the account holder's identity if not the child's parent; an official medical certificate indicating the child has no infectious or contagious diseases; a photocopy of vaccination book; two passport-size photographs; end-of-year school reports for the last two years (where applicable); and a photocopy of the birth certificate, Libro de Familia, identity card or passport. 4. Interested families can download the Primary & Secondary Application Form or the A-Level Application Form to begin enrollment. You can also book a tour to see Willow International School in person. The school looks forward to welcoming your family and supporting your child's educational journey.