Queens British Grammar School vs Sotogrande International School

	Q Queens British Grammar School Malaga, Spain	S Sotogrande International School Malaga, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €7,320 - 17,720	Fees / year €9,840 - 28,255
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 0 - 18 years
Type	Type —	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum, Cambridge A Levels, Reggio Emilia Approach
Pupils	Pupils 110	Pupils 1,000
Typical class size	Typical class size 10	Typical class size 24
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English, Spanish
Opened	Opened —	Opened 1978
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Queens British Grammar School is located at Avenida Costa Galera 34, Estepona, Malaga, 29693, Spain. The campus is situated in Estepona on the Costa del Sol. It is accessible by local roads and is served by two school bus routes from Marbella and Sotogrande.	Location Av. de la Reserva, s/n, 11310 Sotogrande, Cadiz, Spain. The school serves students from 6 months through 18 years, from Early Years to High School. It offers day and boarding options. Private bus services cover Tarifa, Gibraltar, Nueva Andalucia and Estepona.
Stages	Stages Foundation and Primary; Secondary; A Level.	Stages Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, and High School. It is an IB World School offering PYP, MPY and the DP programmes.
School type	School type The school offers Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge International AS & A Level qualifications.	School type International Day and Boarding School
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix The SIS community represents 50 nationalities.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support Comprehensive language acquisition programme to support students with additional language needs.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation —	Country affiliation Spain
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure School starts at 08:45. Registration and form time run 08:45–09:00. Mid-morning break is 10:30–11:00. Lunch is 13:15–14:00. School finishes at 15:30, with clubs from 15:30–16:30.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details Queens offers two bus services from Marbella and Sotogrande, running Monday to Friday during term times, twice daily. The buses are air-conditioned, no-smoking, insured and regularly serviced. The cost for a place on the school bus is EUR 1000 per term (three terms per year). The bus fee is non-refundable. In exceptional circumstances the bus service may not run; notice will be given in advance.	Bus service details Three private, air-conditioned bus services cover Tarifa, Gibraltar, Nueva Andalucia and Estepona; one-way or return options.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / Joining Fee - Joining (registration) fee: EUR 1,500 per pupil. This fee is one-time and non‑refundable. Tuition fees by year group (full annual and three-term breakdown) - Foundation (Age 3–4): Annual fee EUR 7,320. Term payments (three-term schedule): Autumn EUR 2,928; Spring EUR 2,196; Summer EUR 2,196. Annual payment with 5% discount: EUR 6,954 (discounted equivalents by term shown in published schedule). - Stage 4–5 (Age 4–5): (Discounted/alternative row shown in published schedule) Annual payment with 5% discount: EUR 6,954; discounted term equivalents: Autumn EUR 2,782; Spring EUR 2,086; Summer EUR 2,086. (Full/standard annual/term figures are shown for each year group in the published fee schedule). - Year 1 (Age 5–6): Annual fee EUR 8,450. Term payments: Autumn EUR 3,380; Spring EUR 2,535; Summer EUR 2,535. Annual payment with 5% discount: EUR 8,027 (discounted term equivalents: Autumn EUR 3,211; Spring EUR 2,408; Summer EUR 2,408). - Year 2 (Age 6–7): Annual fee EUR 8,450 (standard row shows EUR 8,450 in layout; discounted annual shown as EUR 8,027 with term splits Autumn EUR 3,211; Spring EUR 2,408; Summer EUR 2,408). - Year 3 (Age 7–8): Annual fee EUR 9,480. Term payments: Autumn EUR 3,792; Spring EUR 2,844; Summer EUR 2,844. (Discounted 5% equivalents are shown in the published schedule.) - Year 4 (Age 8–9): Annual fee EUR 9,006. Term payments: Autumn EUR 3,602; Spring EUR 2,702; Summer EUR 2,702. (Discounted 5% equivalents are shown in the published schedule.) - Year 5 (Age 9–10): Annual fee EUR 9,790. Term payments: Autumn EUR 3,916; Spring EUR 2,937; Summer EUR 2,937. (Discounted 5% equivalents are shown in the published schedule.) - Year 6 (Age 10–11): Annual fee EUR 9,300. Term payments: Autumn EUR 3,720; Spring EUR 2,790; Summer EUR 2,790. (Discounted 5% equivalents are shown in the published schedule.) - Year 7 (Age 11–12): Annual fee EUR 13,290. Term payments: Autumn EUR 5,316; Spring EUR 3,987; Summer EUR 3,987. (Discounted 5% equivalents are shown in the published schedule.) - Year 8 (Age 12–13): Annual fee EUR 12,626. Term payments: Autumn EUR 5,050; Spring EUR 3,788; Summer EUR 3,788. (Discounted 5% equivalents are shown in the published schedule.) - Year 9 (Age 13–14): Annual fee EUR 14,010. Term payments: Autumn EUR 5,604; Spring EUR 4,203; Summer EUR 4,203. Discounted annual example in the published schedule: EUR 13,310 (discounted term equivalents: Autumn EUR 5,324; Spring EUR 3,993; Summer EUR 3,993). - Year 10 (Age 14–15): Annual fee EUR 14,730. Term payments: Autumn EUR 5,892; Spring EUR 4,419; Summer EUR 4,419. Discounted annual example in the published schedule: EUR 13,994 (discounted term equivalents: Autumn EUR 5,598; Spring EUR 4,198; Summer EUR 4,198). - Year 11 (Age 15–16): Annual fee EUR 15,760. Term payments: Autumn EUR 6,304; Spring EUR 4,728; Summer EUR 4,728. Discounted annual example in the published schedule: EUR 14,972 (discounted term equivalents: Autumn EUR 5,988; Spring EUR 4,492; Summer EUR 4,492). - Year 12 (Age 16–18): Annual fee EUR 17,720. Term payments: Autumn EUR 7,088; Spring EUR 5,316; Summer EUR 5,316. (Discounted 5% equivalents are shown in the published schedule.) - Year 13: Annual discounted figure shown in the published schedule: EUR 16,834 (discounted term equivalents: Autumn EUR 6,734; Spring EUR 5,050; Summer EUR 5,050). The published schedule shows the Year 12/13 structure and discounted values together. Billing schedule and payment terms - Billing frequency: Fees are billed either termly (three-term payments) or as a single annual payment. A 5% discount applies for a single annual payment. Fees are subject to an annual increase. - Term payment due dates (must be paid prior to the start of each term): - Autumn term: due before June 30. - Spring term: due before January 2. - Summer term: due before April 1. - Minimum enrolment expectation: Each registered child is expected to remain at the school for a minimum of one full academic year. Where a child is withdrawn before the end of the academic year, no refund of fees will be made. Annual payments are non‑refundable if the student is withdrawn after payment. Permanent exclusion carries no refund. Boarding fees - Boarding is not listed as a provision in the published school information; no boarding fees are published. The school operates as a day school with optional services (for example, lunch and bus). Other costs and fees - School bus: EUR 975 per term for the Marbella–Estepona service. The bus fee is payable termly in advance and is non‑refundable. - School lunches: A daily cooked school lunch service is offered as an optional, chargeable service; specific meal pricing is not listed in the published fee schedule. Packed lunches are permitted. - School uniform (items available from school reception; school does not profit from uniform sales). Representative item prices: - School cap: EUR 15.00 - School shirt / blue blouse: EUR 25.00 - School long trousers / skirt / jumper / cardigan: EUR 25.00 (each, depending on item) - School pinafore dress: EUR 30.00 - School blazer: EUR 50.00 - Campus jacket: EUR 40.00 (small) / EUR 50.00 (large) - P.E. shorts / P.E. tee shirt: EUR 15.00 - P.E. sweater / tracksuit trousers: EUR 25.00 - Polo shirt: EUR 20.00. - After-school clubs and other optional activities: Available for an additional fee per term; specific charges are not itemised in the published schedule. - Sibling discounts: A tuition discount of 5% for the second child and 10% for the third child (and further details as published) is available. Refund information - The joining fee (EUR 1,500) is explicitly non‑refundable. - If a child is withdrawn before the end of the academic year, no refund of fees will be given. - Where an annual payment has been made, no refund will be given if the student is withdrawn after that payment. - Fees are not refundable in the case of permanent exclusion under the school behaviour policy. - The bus fee is non‑refundable once paid for the term. Fee payment options - The published fee schedule specifies that fees may be paid termly or annually and gives due dates and discount terms; the schedule does not give a detailed list of accepted payment methods (for example, card, bank transfer, international payment provider) in the published fees document. Parents should use the school's admissions or administration contact for the school's accepted payment methods.	Fee details Application / Registration and Membership Fees - Registration fee (non-refundable, payable on submission of the application): EC1–P6 €350; M1–D2 €550. - Membership fee (single payment on admission, per family): EC1–P6 €3,000; M1–M5 €4,000. Deposits - Standard deposit (single payment, refundable on departure in accordance with the school's terms and conditions): Day students EC1–P6 €2,000; Day students M1–D2 €2,500; With boarding M1–D2 €5,000. The deposit may be used to cover any damages caused during the stay. - Early Years specific deposits: Early Years deposit €500 per student. If a child continues in Early Childhood 1 (3 years old before September) the registration fee (€350) and the membership fee (€3,000) are waived, but a refundable deposit of €1,500 is required under the school's terms and conditions. Tuition fees by year group (annual, EUR) - Early Childhood: EC1 €9,840; EC2 €10,485. - Primary: PYP1–PYP2 €15,650; PYP3–PYP6 €16,810. - Secondary (MYP): MYP1–MYP3 €20,575; MYP4–MYP5 €23,100. - IB (DP): D1–D2 €28,255. Early Years term fees (per term; Early Years operates three terms per school year) - Standard day programme (09:00–15:10): - 5 days: 1st term €2,920; 2nd term €2,190; 3rd term €2,190. - 3 days: 1st term €2,490; 2nd term €1,870; 3rd term €1,870. - 2 days: 1st term €2,170; 2nd term €1,625; 3rd term €1,625. - Extended day programme (09:00–17:00, 5 days): 1st term €3,650; 2nd term €2,740; 3rd term €2,740. After-hours programme (monthly fee, 15:10–17:00): €225 per month. Boarding fees and boarding-related services (annual unless stated otherwise) - Annual boarding standard pack (Templeton House – Standard Pack): €22,720. Includes: all term meals; ensuite shared-room accommodation; transport to activities within a 10 km radius; dedicated supported study time; airport–school transport provision within set dates; weekend activities & entertainment; term-time medical & health insurance. - Guardian pack for non-EU members (adds dedicated guardian services, visa and residency permit support, notary expenses): €26,810 (annual). - Weekly boarding house (Monday–Friday, annual fee): €18,350. Extra night for weekly boarders: €115 per night. Flexi-boarding / double room (daily fee, subject to availability): €115 per night; flexi-boarding is for short stays (2–14 days maximum) and is not available during school holidays. What is included / not included in fees - Included in published tuition and boarding packages: all term meals and compulsory curriculum-related trips (boarding standard pack details listed above). Boarding packs also include medical & health insurance during term time where specified. - Not included: devices (e.g., personal laptops/tablets), uniform, transport (where not included in a boarding pack), external examination fees and charges, and other optional extras. Early Years notes specify lunch and uniform are not included in Early Years term fees. Billing schedule and payment terms - Full payment option: full payment of fees before 15 August. - Instalment options for tuition fees: three instalments payable on 15 August, 15 December and 15 March. Payments must be arranged by direct debit. - IB Diploma (D1 & D2) instalment option: D1 and D2 fees are payable in two instalments on 15 August and 15 December. - Boarding fee instalments: boarding fees are payable in three instalments with the first instalment due 15 March (preceding year), then 15 December and 15 March. Refunds and cancellation-related points - Registration and membership fees are non-refundable and payable on submission of the application or admission. The deposit is a single payment that is refundable on departure in accordance with the school's terms and conditions; the deposit may be used to cover any damages caused during the stay. Early Years has a specific refundable-deposit arrangement (€1,500) when registration/membership are waived for children continuing into EC1. Fee payment options and required payment method - Required method: payments must be arranged by direct debit (SEPA / direct debit arrangements are required). Instalment schedules described above assume direct-debit collection. The published fee materials set direct debit as the payment arrangement. Other costs and optional charges - Additional or optional costs may include: uniform, personal devices, optional external examination or certification fees (where applicable), optional after-hours programs for Early Years (monthly fee €225), extra boarding nights beyond contracted weekly boarding, transport outside included provisions, and any optional extracurricular or elite-sports programme fees where applicable. Specific items listed as not included in the fee schedules are devices, uniform, transport and external examination fees. (End of fee overview.)
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements The school offers on-site boarding with Full Boarding, Weekday Boarding, and Flexi-boarding. The Boarding House provides a safe, welcoming space with on-site staff, common rooms, and a wide range of evening and weekend activities for boarders.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The school has a practical, smart and distinctive uniform. Boys wear a school cap, shirt, long trousers, jumper, tie, PE kit, blazer and campus jacket; girls wear a school cap, blue blouse, pinafore blouse, skirt or pinafore dress, jumper, cardigan and blazer; black leather shoes are required; on PE days, sensible sports shoes are worn. Hair should be practical and not distract learning. Jewellery and watches have restrictions; smart watches and internet-enabled devices are not permitted.	Uniform requirement The school uniform is mandatory and can be purchased from El Corte Inglés stores in Algeciras and Marbella or online.
Food options	Food options Packed lunches are allowed. The school provides daily cooked school dinners with a menu that changes weekly, and diets are catered for where possible. Carbonated or high-sugar or energy drinks are not permitted.	Food options Home-made food is prepared on-site with a monthly menu designed by a specialist nutritionist, using fresh ingredients.
House system	House system The school has four houses: Anne, Mary, Elizabeth and Victoria. Pupils are assigned to a house on joining, and house points are awarded for acts of kindness, effort, exemplary behaviour and outstanding work.	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership Sotogrande International School is a member of Inspired Education, one of the world's largest and most innovative school groups, with over 80 premium schools across five continents.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Foundation and Primary; Secondary (IGCSE); and A-Level programmes. The IGCSE curriculum offers a variety of routes for learners with a wide range of abilities, including those whose first language is not English. The syllabuses for A-Levels prepare learners for university study and are recognised by universities worldwide.	Curriculum details The school is an IB World School offering PYP, MPY and the DP programmes and follows an internationally-recognised curriculum.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Intentionally small class sizes.	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results In 2025 IB graduates achieved an average point score of 33.5 and a highest Diploma score of 43.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression A-Level syllabuses prepare learners for university study, and universities worldwide value and recognise these qualifications.	Higher education progression Graduates progress to top universities around the world, including US Ivy League, UK Oxbridge and Russell Group universities.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented The school facilitates the development of unique gifts and talents.
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning SIS provides a child-centered, holistic education with a robust pastoral framework. Personal Advisors in the Secondary School and Class Teachers in the Primary School are the main points of contact for parents and students, ensuring daily support and encouragement. The school emphasises wellbeing and personal development, with strong pastoral guidance, and develops leaders and global citizens through programmes like the Global Citizenship Programme and service learning. The SIS community represents 50 nationalities, contributing to intercultural awareness and mutual respect.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) Dedicated Student Support Services and an English Language Development department provide support for learners, including those with additional language needs. The school offers personalised learning with flexible language groupings and extra ELD classes led by specialist teachers. Early Childhood includes immersion for English language development to support language acquisition. Students can access targeted language and learning support as part of a broader inclusive education approach.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language Although the main language of instruction is English, SIS is committed to multilingualism and intercultural understanding. The English Language Development (ELD) programme supports learners who do not have English as a first language, with personalised learning to improve English while maintaining cultural diversity. Language learning is embedded across the curriculum, with English language development available as a dedicated department and additional language opportunities (Spanish, French, German, Mandarin).
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing —	Mental wellbeing Pastoral care is a core part of SIS, with Personal Advisors and Class Teachers supporting students' wellbeing and development. The school emphasises a safe, supportive environment and fosters a culture of happiness as part of a comprehensive pastoral provision. Pastoral guidance is highlighted as an area of strength alongside academic achievement, contributing to student wellbeing and personal growth.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding Safeguarding and child protection are paramount at SIS. The school has a Safeguarding Team and trained staff who act when there is a risk of harm, working with external agencies to safeguard students. The aim is to create a school environment where students feel safe, healthy and well-supported.
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview The school has moved into a new building in Estepona, Malaga. It serves pupils from early years through Secondary (IGCSE) and A Levels in a British curriculum setting. It is an intentionally small school with small class sizes. It provides a pleasant, supportive yet disciplined environment designed to support each child's development.	Facilities overview The Sotogrande campus serves children from 2 to 18 years and supports 21st‑century learning with versatile spaces for engaging lessons. An expansion added a new building with 20 additional secondary classrooms, allowing each academic department to occupy a distinct part of the school. The campus provides modern learning spaces, bright offices and staff rooms, a welcoming entrance and a common room for senior students. Exterior and interior facilities include modern STEM laboratories, art studios, and spacious outdoor playgrounds. The sports facilities include a 5-a‑side astro turf football pitch and a multi‑surface leisure area, and the main building is planned to be remodelled to upgrade the library facilities and extend the primary division to a 4‑form entry school.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities The campus sports facilities include a 5‑a‑side astro turf football pitch and a multi‑surface leisure area. These facilities are part of the extensive exterior and interior facilities of the campus, reflecting ongoing updates to accommodate a growing student body.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities —	Academic facilities Classrooms are high‑quality and equipped with advanced technology, including whiteboards, computers and music and design programmes. Selected classrooms have tiered seating and foldable tables to support presentations and group work. The school environment is designed for learners at every educational level, with modern STEM laboratories and art studios on site. Remodelling plans aim to enhance Primary School provision and update library facilities, enabling the Primary division to extend to a 4‑form entry school.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities SIS offers a full and varied extracurricular activities programme to provide opportunities for students to follow their passion and develop their potential. Activities range from music and expressive arts to pre‑engineering club, chess and various sporting clubs. The SIS Activities Programme is coordinated by lead persons for each activity, with Primary School Activities and Secondary School Activities detailing age‑appropriate options.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Queens British Grammar School is a British international school in Estepona. It is in its seventh academic year since opening, with growth and expansion since it first opened its doors. The school is an all‑through establishment for ages 3 to 16, with plans to offer Cambridge International Assessment A Levels in the near future, focusing on strong IGCSE results. All classes are taught in English by qualified teachers whose first language is English; Spanish is a compulsory subject, with other European languages offered as options. The SEN provision follows an Assess, Plan, Do, Review approach, led by Miss Alison as SENCo.	History Founded over four decades ago, Sotogrande International School serves children from 6 months in the Early Years division to 18 years in the High School, and offers day and boarding options. It is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP). The school is described as a vibrant, inclusive community of over 1,300 students, with a culture of happiness and a focus on nurturing each student's talents and ambitions.
Community	Community Queens British Grammar School fosters a warm, highly reputable and forward-thinking community in Estepona. It presents a family-like atmosphere that welcomes pupils from diverse nationalities and is supported by a staff described as friendly, professional and caring. Parent testimonials describe a family atmosphere and high standards, highlighting the care and dedication of the school and its staff.	Community The school is a vibrant, inclusive community of over 1,300 students and emphasizes a culture of happiness, aimed at nurturing every student's talents and ambitions. The learning environment is shaped by the IB continuum (PYP, MYP, and DP).
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association The PTA welcomes all parents and staff as members and organizes fundraising and social events throughout the year, with funds used to provide resources for students, such as extra playground equipment, table tennis tables, and Go Pros. The Parent Ambassador role promotes the school and represents SIS, helping to share experiences and support families.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Queens British Grammar School offers Cambridge International IGCSE for students aged 14 to 16. The IGCSE curriculum provides multiple routes to suit a wide range of abilities, including learners whose first language is not English. The programme concentrates on developing creative thinking, enquiry and problem-solving, with Cambridge resources and training supporting progression to further study. Examinations take place at the end of the course, with core and extended curricula.	Academic & intellectual Sotogrande International School is an independent IB World School offering the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and the IB Diploma Programme (DP). The school also offers an American High School Diploma route and an International A-level route for high school students. The average IB Diploma score is 34 points. The school emphasizes holistic, inquiry-based learning and enrols students from 6 months through 18 years.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Queens British Grammar School provides a broad and balanced education for young learners. It develops a strong understanding of English, mathematics and science, with plenty of opportunities to develop creativity, expression and wellbeing. This approach supports creative development across the curriculum.	Arts & creative The school provides a broad range of activities across performance arts, sports, and service, with academies in Golf, Tennis, Soccer and Water Sports to support competitive participation and personal development.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The Cambridge International IGCSE curriculum offers flexible routes for learners with a wide range of abilities, including those whose first language is not English. The curriculum supports learners to engage with a variety of subjects and develop language skills within Cambridge resources.	Cultural & language The school is multilingual and internationally minded; its primary language of instruction is English, with some subjects taught in Spanish. First languages offered include English, Spanish and Russian, and second languages include English, Spanish, French, German and Mandarin.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The school day begins at 8:45 am with registration from 8:45 to 9:00. There is a mid-morning break and a lunch break during the day, and the school finishes at 3:30 pm. A range of clubs operates from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm, providing after-school activity options.	Social & hobbies The school offers extensive extracurricular activities across a wide range of interests to support student passions beyond the classroom.
Community & service	Community & service The school uses a House System with four houses: Anne, Mary, Elizabeth and Victoria. Pupils join a house on entry, and house points are awarded for acts of kindness, effort, exemplary behaviour and outstanding work.	Community & service The Kindred Project, an independent NGO run by students since 2010, supports projects in Ecuador, India, Morocco, Spain and Uganda as part of the school's global citizenship activities.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional The school supports leadership development and university/career guidance through its pastoral system and university placement services, with a strong emphasis on preparing students for international higher education.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Wellbeing is a core focus of the learning journey at Queens British Grammar School. The Foundation and Primary curriculum provides opportunities to develop wellbeing and creativity, alongside core subjects. After-school clubs run from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm to support active engagement and social interaction.	Lifestyle & wellbeing SIS provides boarding facilities (Boarding House for 160+ students) alongside day schooling, supported by a focus on safeguarding, well-being and a holistic, inclusive school culture.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision All classes are delivered in English. Spanish is a compulsory subject. Other European languages are offered as optional subjects, and some additional languages are available as extra-curricular activities.	Language provision The main language of instruction is English, and the school maintains a multilingual environment. Spanish is offered from age 3 as either First Language or Additional Language. Russian is offered as a First Language, while French, German and Mandarin are offered as Second Languages. An English Language Development program supports non-native English speakers.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching The school is bilingual, with English as the main language of instruction and Spanish taught in some subjects. A second language is used in daily routines and in classroom learning. The school employs native-English teachers to support language development and maintains a multilingual environment. This bilingual approach supports multilingualism across the curriculum.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs English immersion is used in Early Childhood for learners who do not have English as a first language. In Early Childhood, English is introduced through the immersion programme. In Primary, English Language Development provides more specialised language support.
Reputation	Reputation
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Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Contact the administration to arrange a visit to Queens British Grammar School. The administration will arrange the visit for you. The Headteacher will personally show you around the facilities and explain how the school will support your child's education. This visit provides an opportunity to ask questions and see the environment first hand. The school is open to children of all nationalities aged 4 to 16. If a child has limited English, the school will place them in an Intensive English Class dedicated to bringing them up to the standard to join mainstream classes, planned and assessed by the class teacher. The Intensive English Class aims to prepare pupils to join mainstream classes. The school teaches in English and follows the English national curriculum. Spanish is a compulsory subject; other European languages are offered as options and some additional languages are available as extra-curricular activities. The SEN framework supports pupils through Assess, Plan, Do, Review with a Provision map, 1:1 support where needed, and access to ICT and adapted equipment. Queens British Grammar School has a limited number of places; each child registering is expected to stay at the school for a minimum of one academic year. A non-refundable joining fee of 1,500€ per child covers registration administration fees, visa letters and Head Teacher interviews. Term fees must be paid prior to the start of each term: Autumn term due before 30 June, Spring term due before 2 January, Summer term due before 1 April. Where an annual payment is made, no refunds are given if the student withdraws; in the case of permanent exclusion, no refunds are given. Queens British Grammar School is fully inclusive and welcomes pupils of all backgrounds and abilities.	Admissions Register Your Interest by completing the Enquiry Form and arranging a visit. Open Days are held throughout the year on Saturdays. Complete the Application Form on the Open Apply platform and upload the last two years of school reports translated into English; a registration fee is due: Primary €350 per child; Secondary €550 per child. Examinations: Primary students entering PYP5 (9 years) and PYP6 (10 years) complete an online Cognitive Test invigilated by Admissions. Secondary students aged 11–15 take an online Cognitive Test plus the iDAT 360 assessment. Diploma and A‑level students aged 16–18 complete an online assessment including Cognitive, English and Maths. Admissions Review and Conditions: The Admissions Committee reviews applications and assessments and informs the outcome; Diploma students have an online interview with the IB Coordinator. Successful Application: You receive an email with the offer letter and payment conditions. Upload to OpenApply the following documents: copy of student's passport, copies of parents' passports, student NIE, parents' NIE, contract signed by both parents, and Image Consent Form. All documents must be received before your child starts at SIS; if relevant information is withheld, the school reserves the right to withdraw from the place offered.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships Nsouli Scholars Programme enables 50 extraordinary students at any one time to attend Inspired schools on a full scholarship for the duration of their education. Scholarships at Sotogrande International School are merit‑based and cover reduced IB tuition fees for students who excel in academics, expressive arts and sport; learners of all ages may apply. Complete the Scholarships Application Handbook and the Scholarships Application Form to be considered; download the Scholarship Guide 2026 - 2027. Bursaries: SIS provides financial assistance to families; to be considered, students must have completed at least one full academic year; download the Economic Aid Guide 2025 - 2026.
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