St. Anthony's College vs Svenska Skolan Marbella

	S St. Anthony's College Malaga, Spain	S Svenska Skolan Marbella Malaga, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €5,020 - 9,935	Fees / year €8,200 - 13,000
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Boys School, Boys School (boarding)	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 250	Pupils 220
Typical class size	Typical class size 15	Typical class size 13
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Spanish	Instruction language English, Swedish
Opened	Opened 1968	Opened 2003
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Camino de Coin Km 5.25, Mijas Costa, Málaga 29650, Spain. Postal address Apartado 119, Fuengirola 29640.	Location Marbella, Málaga, Spain. The school is located in a scenic area near Puerto Banús. Address: Urb La Alzambra Local 1D, CC Vasari, 29660 Marbella, Málaga. The campus sits in the La Alzambra area of Marbella.
Stages	Stages Foundation; Primary (Foundation, Year 1–6); Secondary (Key Stage 3; Key Stage 4; 6th Form); ages 3 to 18.	Stages Primary and Secondary. The Swedish primary school and the International secondary school learn together, blending Swedish values with an International curriculum taught in English. The secondary programme follows the Cambridge pathway (Years 7-9).
School type	School type Co-educational British school offering the British National Curriculum, together with Spanish ESO and Bachillerato.	School type International school (Swedish primary education and International secondary program).
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Pastoral care with a Head of Pastoral; mentoring for students and attention to personal needs.	Additional learning support Tailored support is provided; small class sizes ensure each student receives the necessary support and attention.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation United Kingdom (British curriculum).	Country affiliation Overseas Swedish school following the Swedish curriculum; approved by the Swedish National Agency for Education (Skolverket).
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application fees - A non‑refundable deposit is required to reserve a student's place; it is requested at the end of the spring term and is deductible from fees in the following September. Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year) - The school does not publish tuition fee amounts by year group or per term in its publicly available fee information. No specific per‑term or per‑year tuition figures are available from the school's published fee material. Billing schedule and payment terms - Place reservation: the non‑refundable deposit is taken at the end of the spring term and is credited in the following September. - Books, exam and other instructional costs for older students: Years 10 to 13 purchase their own books; Spanish books, uniforms, GCSE and A‑Level exam fees are charged separately and are not included in any general tuition figure. Boarding fees (where applicable) - The school operates as a day school and does not publish boarding fees; publicly available profiles list it as a day school rather than offering boarding. Other costs and fees - Books and exam fees: Students in Years 10–13 must purchase their own books; Spanish textbooks plus GCSE and A‑Level exam fees are charged in addition to tuition. - Uniform: Uniform is supplied via El Corte Inglés; specific uniform items (standard uniform, sports uniform, summer and Sixth Form variants) are defined and are an additional cost to parents. No itemized uniform prices are published. - Deposit: the required deposit is non‑refundable. Refund information - The place‑reservation deposit is explicitly non‑refundable. No separate published refund schedule for tuition or other fees is available in the school's public fee material. Fee payment options - Publicly available school materials do not list specific accepted payment methods (for example, credit card, direct debit or bank transfer) or a detailed billing schedule beyond the deposit timing. An Accounts contact is provided for fee enquiries: accounts@stanthonyscollege.com. Brief summary of availability of detailed fee data - The school's published fee section sets out the deposit requirement and that books, uniforms and exam fees are additional, and the uniform supplier is listed. However, no specific tuition fee amounts by year group or per term, no detailed payment method list, and no itemised uniform or exam price list are published in the school's publicly available fee material. Where numeric tuition, termly charges, boarding fees (if any), published payment terms, or a detailed refund policy are required, those figures are not available in the school's public fee information and must be obtained directly from the school's accounts office.	Fee details Application fee - A non‑refundable registration (inskrivnings) fee of EUR 1,000 is payable per pupil when a place is offered; payment secures the place and the registration fee is not refunded. Tuition fees (per term) and annual equivalents by year group / programme - Förskola (ages 3–5): EUR 4,300 per term (includes lunch). Annual equivalent (two terms per academic year): EUR 8,600. - Förskoleklass – Årskurs 6 (pupils not eligible for Swedish government grant / icke statsbidragsberättigade): EUR 5,200 per term (includes lunch). Annual equivalent: EUR 10,400. - Förskoleklass – Årskurs 6 (pupils eligible for Swedish government grant / statsbidragsberättigade): EUR 4,100 per term (includes lunch). Annual equivalent: EUR 8,200. - Fritids (after‑school care): - 1–2 days per week: EUR 600 per term. Annual equivalent: EUR 1,200. - 3–5 days per week: EUR 1,100 per term. Annual equivalent: EUR 2,200. - Sofia Distans (supervised Swedish distance education for Åk 7–9) and Hermods Distansgymnasium (gymnasium via distance with on‑site supervision): EUR 3,350 per term (includes lunch). Annual equivalent: EUR 6,700. - International Secondary programme (Svenska Skolan Marbella International) — Years 7–9 (where applicable): registration fee EUR 1,000 plus tuition charged per semester: EUR 6,750 per semester (two semesters per year); annual tuition equivalent: EUR 13,500. Additional typical costs for this programme include an annual materials/books fee of EUR 400 and optional costs for external exam fees, end‑of‑year trips, school photographs/yearbook and school‑logo T‑shirts/hoodies/caps. A Swedish support option via Sofia Distans for this programme may have a supplementary fee (e.g. EUR 200). Billing schedule and payment terms - Places are offered for a full academic year (two terms). Accepting a place commits the family to the full year fee. - For the Swedish day‑school and the Sofia Distans / Hermods supervised programmes, school invoices are issued by e‑mail and payment is made in advance. The contract specifies the payment deadlines as follows: the payment deadline for the autumn term is 20 April and the payment deadline for the spring term is 31 October; unpaid invoices may be sent to collections. Parents must notify the school in writing before the stated deadline (28 February) if the pupil will not continue the following school year, otherwise the family remains liable for the following term's fee. - For the International Secondary programme, academic fees are divided into two annual payments (one in May and one in November). Registration fees remain payable upon acceptance. Boarding / internat fees - Boarding is not offered; the school operates as a day school (förskola, grundskola and supervised distance secondary studies) and therefore there are no boarding or internat fees. Other costs and optional charges - School meals (lunch) are included in the stated tuition for the listed programmes where noted. - Optional or additional costs that families commonly encounter: - Materials and textbooks (example: EUR 400 per year for the International Secondary programme). - External examination or assessment fees (where applicable). - End‑of‑year school trips and related travel costs. - School photographs, yearbook and optional branded clothing (school‑logo T‑shirts, hoodies, caps). - Additional support for pupils with extra needs is charged to guardians at an agreed price and is invoiced in advance. Refunds and cancellation / early‑departure rules - The registration (inskrivnings) fee of EUR 1,000 is non‑refundable. If a local school grant ("skolpeng") is later awarded by a home municipality, the registration fee is not returned. - No tuition or other fees are refunded, in whole or in part, if a pupil leaves the school during the academic year or is absent for an extended period; this rule also applies to school meals. Failure to notify the school in writing by the stated deadline for leaving may result in billing for the subsequent term. Fee payment options and bank details - Bank transfer (international bank transfer/IBAN) is accepted. The school's account details are provided for payments to the account holder COLEGIO SUECO MARBELLA, S.L. IBAN: ES31 2100 2676 1102 1040 0979; BANK: CAIXABANK; SWIFT/BIC: CAIXESBB. Families should state the payer's name on transfers. Cash payments are restricted by Spanish law to a maximum of EUR 2,500; card payments are accepted. Invoices are sent by e‑mail one month before each payment deadline. Summary (key figures at a glance) - Registration fee: EUR 1,000 per pupil (non‑refundable). - Förskola (3–5 years): EUR 4,300 per term (EUR 8,600 per year). - Förskoleklass–Åk 6 (non‑subsidised): EUR 5,200 per term (EUR 10,400 per year). - Förskoleklass–Åk 6 (subsidised): EUR 4,100 per term (EUR 8,200 per year). - Fritids: EUR 600–1,100 per term depending on days per week. - Sofia Distans / Hermods (Åk 7–9 distance with on‑site support): EUR 3,350 per term (EUR 6,700 per year). - International Secondary Years 7–9 (where applicable): EUR 6,750 per semester (EUR 13,500 per year); additional typical charges apply (materials, trips, exams, optional clothing). (End of fee overview)
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Standard uniform is required for all students: boys wear a white collared shirt, red jumper with the school logo, plain grey trousers, and the St. Anthony's tie with black or grey socks and black shoes; girls wear a white collared shirt, red V-neck jumper with the logo, and a knee-length grey skirt or grey trousers for seniors. Year 10–13 may wear black trousers; Sixth Form has a light blue polo with collar and black trousers or a skirt; a summer uniform (white polo with grey shorts or a skirt) is optional, and a sports uniform (white shirt and red shorts) plus a blue jacket are available.	Uniform requirement —
Food options	Food options Food is provided by a professional dining room service (Ausolan) and is cooked on site. Ausolan has 50 years of experience in nutrition.	Food options —
House system	House system —	House system —
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership —	Governance and ownership The school is supervised by Skolverket and authorized by Junta de Andalucía; it holds the necessary Spanish permits to operate. It is one of Skolverket's 14 approved overseas schools. The school has an international character with an extended timetable devoted to Spanish and English.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Foundation offers a friendly and safe environment for the youngest learners. Primary pupils are taught most subjects by their class teacher, with a dedicated team creating a stimulating and enjoyable environment. Senior Years (Years 10 and 11) are designed to be followed over two years and lead to National Curriculum Key Stage 4 IGCSE examinations, with Core Subjects taken by all students. Sixth Form emphasizes choosing courses that students will enjoy and that offer the greatest chance of success, with GCSE grades guiding subject suitability. The school is located at Camino de Coin, Km. 5,25 Mijas Costa – Málaga.	Curriculum details Preschool (3–5 years) and primary school (F–6) follow the Swedish curriculum, with after-school care. Students can also study in middle school (7–9) through Sofia Distans and gymnasium via Hermods Distansgymnasium, with teachers supporting throughout the school day. The school has an international emphasis with an extended timetable devoted to Spanish and English. The school is supervised by Skolverket and authorized by Junta de Andalucia.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression —
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented —
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning The school provides a holistic education that goes beyond academics, fostering personal development, creativity and social responsibility. It values safety and well-being highly and aims to create an inclusive culture where every student feels seen, respected and welcome. The school promotes a balanced lifestyle through physical activity, artistic expression and opportunities for personal growth. A strong community is built as students and teachers work together to form lasting memories and friendships. It strives to shape its students into mindful global citizens who are equipped to meet future challenges and contribute positively to society.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language The school has an international profile with an extended timetable devoted to Spanish and English.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing —	Mental wellbeing Safety and well-being are valued highly; the school fosters an inclusive culture that supports students' emotional and social well-being and helps them feel safe, seen and welcome.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The school provides a friendly and safe environment for its youngest children, with staff supported by an assistant to ensure learning is fun.	Safeguarding —
Safeguarding policy	Safeguarding policy —	Safeguarding policy —
Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview St. Anthony's College is a co-educational British school founded in 1968 and described as the oldest British school on the coast. It offers the British National Curriculum, together with Spanish ESO and Bachillerato, for students aged three to eighteen. The campus is located at Camino de Coin, Km. 5.25, Mijas Costa, Málaga. A professional dining service is contracted to Ausolan, with meals cooked on site. For dining information contact stanthonyscollege@ausolan.com, and for accounts and general information contact accounts@stanthonyscollege.com or info@stanthonyscollege.com.	Facilities overview Our school is located in a beautiful natural setting in Marbella near Puerto Banús. We have our own garden with a pool, three padel courts, an artificial turf football pitch, and large play areas with climbing trees and a sandbox. The campus is near a larger park and within walking distance of the beach. We offer preschool (ages 3–5) and primary school (grades F–6) following the Swedish curriculum, with after-school care available. Since 2003 the school has grown to around 200 pupils and is one of Skolverket's 14 approved overseas Swedish schools, with the necessary Spanish permits to operate.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities Pool, three padel courts, and an artificial turf football pitch.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities —	Academic facilities —
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History St. Anthony's College is a co-educational British school founded in 1968, the oldest British school on the coast. It offers the British National Curriculum as well as Spanish ESO and Bachillerato for students aged three to eighteen. The school emphasizes individual wellbeing, with teachers taking a personal interest in each student's development and a tutor group system overseen by a Head of Pastoral to address daily needs. The environment is friendly and welcoming, enabling students to flourish as individuals.	History Svenska Skolan Marbella was founded in 2003. Since 2013 the school has been located in La Alzambra / Nueva Andalucia near Puerto Banús, in modern facilities that include a pool, three padel courts, an artificial turf football pitch and ample outdoor spaces. The school is a registered international school that follows the Swedish curriculum, supervised by the Swedish Schools Inspectorate (Skolinspektionen) and evaluated by the Swedish National Agency for Education (Skolverket), and it is approved by the Consejería de Educación de la Junta de Andalucía. It offers preschool (3–5 years) and primary education up to year F–6 on site, with supervised distance learning for secondary levels (year 7–9 via Sofia Distans and gymnasium via Hermods Distansgymnasium) under teacher guidance; Swedish, English and Spanish are active parts of daily school life.
Community	Community St. Anthony's College fosters a strong school community through a tutor group system and pastoral care overseen by a Head of Pastoral who attends to student wellbeing and personal needs. The emphasis on safety and happiness creates a friendly, welcoming atmosphere in which students can thrive. Staff focus on individual attention to support each student's development.	Community The school fosters a friendly, close‑knit community and a positive social climate, with professional and engaged staff and a strong physical and social learning environment. It aims to shape students into mindful global citizens who can contribute to society and supports holistic development through a balance of academics, physical activity, and creative expression. The La Alzambra / Nueva Andalucía campus offers a garden, a pool, multiple outdoor spaces and is in proximity to a park and the beach, enhancing a balanced lifestyle for students.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school teaches the British National Curriculum and Spanish ESO and Bachillerato for students aged three to eighteen. Every student is part of a tutor group with a tutor who ensures day-to-day issues are dealt with. Year 11 students undertake GCSE examinations and achieve high grades, and Year 13 students are accepted at top universities including Durham, King's College London, Loughborough and Brunel.	Academic & intellectual The school follows the Swedish curriculum and offers preschool (3-5) and primary education (F–6). It extends the timetable to include English and Spanish from early years. Upper levels are studied via Sofia Distans for högstadiet (grades 7–9) and Hermods Distansgymnasium for gymnasium, with trained teachers supervising throughout the school day. The school emphasizes holistic education, balancing academic progress with personal development, creativity and social responsibility.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The Foundation Stage includes Creative development as one of six learning areas. Children participate in art/craft and design activities such as painting, modelling, cutting and sticking, and sand and water play. For Spanish, P.E. and TEFL, the children are taught by specialist subject teachers.	Arts & creative The school supports artistic expression with activities in art, music and crafts, and offers practical subjects such as woodwork, sewing and home economics with dedicated spaces for these subjects. Students have opportunities to engage in creative pursuits as part of a well-rounded education.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Spanish is taught as part of the program for students aged three to eighteen, including Spanish ESO and Bachillerato, with specialist teachers delivering the language. The school is a co-educational British school with students from a variety of nationalities and cultures.	Cultural & language Spanish and English are introduced from preschool, with extended timetables for both languages. All lessons are conducted in Swedish, with Spanish and English taught as language courses; multilingual staff support language learning. The school participates in Spanish culture and works to integrate into the local community while maintaining Swedish and Spanish traditions.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Foundation trips include visits to a farm school, Selwo Marina and Fuengirola Zoo. These trips are currently on hold due to Covid-19.	Social & hobbies The school fosters a strong sense of community and a positive social climate, with professional and engaged staff. After-school care runs from 15:00 to 17:00 and a range of activities such as padel, programming, dance, jujutsu and language clubs are offered. Regular discos and outdoor activities encourage social interaction and provide opportunities for pursuing interests outside class.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service The school participates in local community activities and collaborates with nearby schools to experience Spanish culture and society. It has zero tolerance for bullying and follows an action plan to prevent all forms of discrimination and harassment. The school emphasizes values, inclusion and integration within the community.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional The staff are professional and engaged, with low turnover and a stable teaching team. Leadership is responsive, flexible and development‑oriented. The school has over 20 years of experience running a Swedish school in Spain and follows Swedish pedagogy and the Swedish curriculum under Skolverket, with Spanish integration as a key feature.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The safety and happiness of each student is a priority. Every student is part of a tutor group with a tutor who monitors day-to-day issues, and Miss Natalia serves as Head of Pastoral, offering mentoring and addressing personal needs.	Lifestyle & wellbeing The campus sits in a beautiful natural area near Puerto Banús, with a garden, a pool, three padel courts, an artificial turf football pitch and large play areas, plus a nearby park and beach within walking distance. The school day typically runs 09:00–15:00, with after‑school care 15:00–17:00 and a variety of outdoor and aquatic activities, including swimming lessons during pool season (May–October). Lunch is provided by Sana Catering, offering nutritious meals.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision The school teaches English, Spanish (core subjects) and French (optional). The core subjects are English, Mathematics and Spanish. French is offered as an optional subject within the option blocks. The academic programme leads to IGCSE examinations in Years 10 and 11 (in June).	Language provision All lessons, except language classes, are conducted in Swedish according to the Swedish curriculum. Spanish and English are taught as additional languages from preschool with 180 minutes per week of English and Spanish. The school has an extended timetable for both languages and offers extra language activities after school, such as English and Spanish.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching The school uses Swedish as the primary instructional language for all classes. English and Spanish are introduced from preschool with dedicated language lessons. The timetable includes extended hours for English and Spanish to support language development.
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs —
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards —	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations —	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Registration information for school registration is available on the Registration page; the page links to Stanthonys Registration May 2020.	Admissions 1. Guardians submit an Interest Form on the school's website, including all contact details and other important information about the pupil. All fields must be filled. 2. The school assesses the possibility of a place. Space and capacity are considered, and to achieve the best stability in the groups and high-quality learning, priority is given to applicants who apply for one year or more. 3. The pupil's admission is always decided by the principal. The school works according to the Swedish curriculum and follows applicable laws and policies; if the pupil has special needs, contact the principal for further information about admission. 4. Guardians receive an admission decision or rejection by email; decisions are communicated in March or April. 5. To secure the child's placement, the following documents are required: a completed definitive registration; a copy of the paid enrollment fee of 1,000€ per student; a copy of the pupil's passport and guardians; the pupil's birth certificate; and any assessments performed on the pupil and information about any prior support. The enrollment fee must be paid after an offer is made. The enrollment fee is binding and non-refundable.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships —
Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist We strive to offer places to all applicants. Sometimes a class is full. Siblings are given priority, and it is important to register interest on the website and schedule a visit.
	View full profile →	View full profile →