Sunny View School vs The British School of Málaga

	S Sunny View School Malaga, Spain	T The British School of Málaga Malaga, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €7,460 - 12,390	Fees / year €8,780 - 11,080
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Pupils	Pupils 709	Pupils 960
Typical class size	Typical class size —	Typical class size 23
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1971	Opened 2000
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Torremolinos, Málaga, Spain. The school is located at C/ Teruel Nº 32, Cerro del Toril, 29620, Torremolinos, with dedicated buildings for Preschool, Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form.	Location The school is located at Centaurea, 8, 29018 Málaga, Spain.
Stages	Stages Preschool, Primary, Secondary, Sixth Form	Stages The school offers Early Years through Sixth Form.
School type	School type British curriculum school	School type The school is a British international school.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix Students of all nationalities are welcome.	Pupil nationality mix The school has over 50 nationalities represented and more than 25 languages spoken.
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support The school has an ALN Department providing support for ALN, including English as an Additional Language (EAL) and signposting to professionals such as psychologists, speech therapists, occupational therapists and play therapists.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation Spain; NABSS-approved; authorised by the Spanish Ministry of Education.	Country affiliation The school has a British affiliation.
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure Gates open in the morning and close at 9:00 and 16:00.	School day structure The school day runs from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, with a Breakfast Club from 8:00 am and a Snack Club from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
Bus service details	Bus service details Bus service operates on two routes, from Málaga city and from Mijas Costa; routes are divided into Zone 1 and Zone 2; termly fees apply; available for students aged 3 and up who can follow guidance from the supervisor.	Bus service details The school has a bus service with seven routes.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Registration / Admission fee - One-off registration (matrícula) payable in the first year a student joins: EUR 500. This fee is non‑refundable. Billing schedule and payment terms - The school operates two billings (semesters) per academic year for 2025–2026: - Semester 1 fees: due before 3 September 2025. - Semester 2 fees: due before 26 January 2026. - No refunds are provided once a semester has begun. Tuition, meals and resources — fees shown per semester and per academic year (two semesters) - Early Years (Foundation / Nursery / Reception) - Foundation (age 2–3) - Tuition (per semester): EUR 3,105. - School meals (per semester): EUR 525 (school meals are compulsory for all Early Years students). - Resources (per semester): EUR 100. - Semester total: EUR 3,730. Annual total (two semesters): EUR 7,460. - Nursery (age 3–4) - Tuition (per semester): EUR 3,675. - School meals (per semester): EUR 525. - Resources (per semester): EUR 185. - Semester total: EUR 4,385. Annual total: EUR 8,770. - Reception (age 4–5) - Tuition (per semester): EUR 3,805. - School meals (per semester): EUR 525. - Resources (per semester): EUR 185. - Semester total: EUR 4,515. Annual total: EUR 9,030. - Notes: Early Years semester fees include school insurance, nurse and additional student support services; resources cover books, stationery, art materials and online subscriptions. Meals are compulsory in Early Years. - Primary (Key Stages 1 & 2 — Years 1–6) - Tuition (per semester): EUR 4,015. - Resources (per semester): EUR 285. - Semester total: EUR 4,300. Annual total: EUR 8,600. - Notes: Semester fees include school insurance, nurse, counsellor and additional student support services; resources include books, stationery, art materials and online subscriptions. School meals are not included in the published primary semester fee. - Secondary - Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9) - Tuition (per semester): EUR 4,710. - Resources (per semester): EUR 310. - Semester total: EUR 5,020. Annual total: EUR 10,040. - Key Stage 4 (Years 10–11) - Tuition (per semester): EUR 5,435. - Resources (per semester): EUR 310. - Semester total: EUR 5,745. Annual total: EUR 11,490. - Note: External (I)GCSE exam fees for Key Stage 4 are not included in the semester fee. - Key Stage 5 (Years 12–13) - Tuition (per semester): EUR 5,925. - Resources (per semester): EUR 270. - Semester total: EUR 6,195. Annual total: EUR 12,390. - Note: External GCE/IAL/A‑level exam fees for Key Stage 5 are not included in the semester fee. Resources in secondary include items such as books, art kit, online subscriptions and a laptop. Discounts for multiple children - Families with 3 children enrolled: 10% discount on the semester fee for each of the two eldest children and 20% on the semester fee of the youngest child. - Families with 4 children enrolled: 10% discount on the semester fee for each of the three eldest children and 30% on the semester fee of the youngest child. Additional costs not included in semester fees - The following items are explicitly excluded from the published semester fees and are charged separately where applicable: - Uniforms. - Extra‑curricular activities. - School bus service (available Nursery through Year 13). - Early start and late pick‑up provision (available Foundation through Year 6). - School meals for levels where they are not included (Primary and most Secondary years). - Optional school trips and excursions. - External examination fees for Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5. Boarding - The school operates with a boarding house adjacent to the main school site; however, boarding fees are not listed in the published 2025–2026 fee schedules. Refunds and non‑refundables - The registration (matrícula) fee of EUR 500 is non‑refundable. - No tuition or semester fees are refundable once the semester has begun. Fee inclusions (summary) - Semester fees (where stated) include school insurance and core student support services (nurse, counsellor and additional support) and specified resources; resource lists vary by phase (Early Years: books, stationery, art materials, online subscriptions; Secondary: books, notebooks, art kit, online subscriptions and a laptop). Fee payment options - The published fee schedules for the 2025–2026 academic year do not specify accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer, credit/debit card or online payment portals are not listed on the fee documents).	Fee details Application / Registration Fees - Registration fee (one-off, new students only): EUR 1,100 per child. The registration fee is a single, non‑refundable payment. - Annual enrolment fee (renewal): EUR 1,100 per child, charged each year for enrolled students. Tuition fees by year group (published annual amounts, and monthly / per‑term conversions) Note: The school publishes annual tuition and offers a default 10‑month instalment option; the monthly figure below is the published annual fee divided by 10. The per‑term figure below is the published annual fee divided by 3 (three academic terms) and is shown for convenience. - Early Years - Nursery (age 3): Registration EUR 1,100 • Enrolment EUR 1,100 • Annual tuition EUR 8,780. Monthly (10 payments): EUR 878. Per term (approx.): EUR 2,927. - Reception (age 4): Registration EUR 1,100 • Enrolment EUR 1,100 • Annual tuition EUR 8,780. Monthly: EUR 878. Per term (approx.): EUR 2,927. - Primary (Ages 5–11) - Year 1 (age 5): Registration EUR 1,100 • Enrolment EUR 1,100 • Annual tuition EUR 9,530. Monthly: EUR 953. Per term (approx.): EUR 3,177. - Year 2 (age 6): Registration EUR 1,100 • Enrolment EUR 1,100 • Annual tuition EUR 9,530. Monthly: EUR 953. Per term (approx.): EUR 3,177. - Year 3 (age 7): Registration EUR 1,100 • Enrolment EUR 1,100 • Annual tuition EUR 9,780. Monthly: EUR 978. Per term (approx.): EUR 3,260. - Year 4 (age 8): Registration EUR 1,100 • Enrolment EUR 1,100 • Annual tuition EUR 9,780. Monthly: EUR 978. Per term (approx.): EUR 3,260. - Year 5 (age 9): Registration EUR 1,100 • Enrolment EUR 1,100 • Annual tuition EUR 9,980. Monthly: EUR 998. Per term (approx.): EUR 3,327. - Year 6 (age 10): Registration EUR 1,100 • Enrolment EUR 1,100 • Annual tuition EUR 9,980. Monthly: EUR 998. Per term (approx.): EUR 3,327. - Secondary (Ages 11–16) - Year 7 (age 11): Registration EUR 1,100 • Enrolment EUR 1,100 • Annual tuition EUR 10,680. Monthly: EUR 1,068. Per term (approx.): EUR 3,560. - Year 8 (age 12): Registration EUR 1,100 • Enrolment EUR 1,100 • Annual tuition EUR 10,680. Monthly: EUR 1,068. Per term (approx.): EUR 3,560. - Year 9 (age 13): Registration EUR 1,100 • Enrolment EUR 1,100 • Annual tuition EUR 10,850. Monthly: EUR 1,085. Per term (approx.): EUR 3,617. - Year 10 (age 14): Registration EUR 1,100 • Enrolment EUR 1,100 • Annual tuition EUR 11,650. Monthly: EUR 1,165. Per term (approx.): EUR 3,883. - Year 11 (age 15): Registration EUR 1,100 • Enrolment EUR 1,100 • Annual tuition EUR 11,650. Monthly: EUR 1,165. Per term (approx.): EUR 3,883. - Sixth Form / A‑Levels (Ages 16–18) - Year 12 (age 16): Registration EUR 1,100 • Enrolment EUR 1,100 • Annual tuition EUR 12,050. Monthly: EUR 1,205. Per term (approx.): EUR 4,017. - Year 13 (age 17): Registration EUR 1,100 • Enrolment EUR 1,100 • Annual tuition EUR 12,050. Monthly: EUR 1,205. Per term (approx.): EUR 4,017. Billing schedule and payment terms - Default billing method: 10 monthly instalments (September to June inclusive) by direct debit. Returned direct debit charge: EUR 20. Unpaid invoices must be settled within 10 days; a 3% interest is applied to outstanding amounts. Annual upfront payment (paid in full before 31 July) receives a 5% discount. Third‑child discount: 50% discount applicable from the third child on the enrolment fee and tuition fees only. Annual payments are non‑refundable. Boarding fees - Boarding: not applicable. The published fee schedule lists day‑school tuition and additional day services (bus, clubs, breakfast/snack) but does not list boarding facilities or boarding fees. Other costs and additional fees - School lunch: included in the published tuition fee (school lunch is mandatory and included). - School accident insurance: included. - Uniform: compulsory for Nursery through Year 11; uniform must be purchased through the school (prices not listed in the fee schedule). - Chromebook/device: compulsory purchase required for students in Year 3 through Year 11 (price not listed in the fee schedule). Chromebook licences and some digital licences are included in the listed “included” items. - Intensive EAL (English as an Additional Language) programme (for new students): EUR 1,150 per year in KS1 and EUR 2,200 per year in KS2 and KS3; payable in monthly instalments. - External examinations (IGCSE, A‑levels, and official validations) are not included in the published tuition and are charged separately. School trips are not included. - After‑school clubs and extra activities: charged separately. Sample published rates (termly / additional services): - Breakfast/Snack Club (termly): Single ticket EUR 6; 1 day/week EUR 65; 2 days/week EUR 110; 3 days/week EUR 155; 4 days/week EUR 185; Full week EUR 200 (combined with bus or after school lower rates apply). - After‑school general activities (termly, sample): Standard (2 sessions/week) EUR 175; Basic (1 session/week) EUR 145; Extended (3 sessions/week) EUR 205. - Other activities (termly, sample): Standard EUR 200; Basic EUR 170; Extended EUR 220. - School bus (annual/termly options shown as published): Local stops (within Málaga city): Return EUR 555; One‑way EUR 345. Suburban stops (outside Málaga city): Return EUR 600; One‑way EUR 390. (September only/first month pro‑rata termly figures are listed separately in the schedule.) Refund information - The registration fee is explicitly non‑refundable. Annual payments per child are stated as non‑refundable. No other refundable amounts or a broader refund schedule is published in the school's fee document. Returned direct debit charge and late‑payment interest provisions apply as noted under billing terms. Fee payment options - Published payment options and mechanics: default method is 10 monthly instalments by direct debit; the school accepts an annual upfront payment (with a 5% discount if paid before 31 July). The published fee document specifies returned direct debit penalties and late‑payment interest. Specific alternative payment channels (for example, credit card or bank transfer) are not detailed in the published fee schedule. If you need these amounts presented in a different format (for example, separated by monthly instalments per line or per‑term rows for a database import), the figures above are given as published (annual), with the monthly instalment shown as the published annual fee divided by 10 and the per‑term figure shown as the published annual fee divided by 3 for convenience.
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Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements The school has a boarding house adjacent to the main site.	Boarding arrangements —
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The school has a uniform; online purchase via Toñi Martín, with collection from Málaga or at the school's delivery point on Wednesdays 3:30–4:30 pm, and in-store purchases at the Málaga store.	Uniform requirement Uniform is compulsory.
Food options	Food options Hot lunches are provided by the school cafeteria, prepared on site; meals are homemade daily with vegetarian and vegan options; lunches are compulsory for Little Sunny View, Foundation and Nursery; other year groups may bring packed lunches; snacks and sandwiches are available.	Food options Lunch is compulsory for all students; the current menu changes monthly and is available on the BSM Portal.
House system	House system —	House system Houses Earth, Wind, Fire and Water; all students and teachers belong to a house; houses receive points for activities and events.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership The school is family-owned and operates as Sunny View School S.L.	Governance and ownership The school is part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP), an international group of schools.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school follows the National Curriculum for England.	Curriculum details Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) British curriculum with language immersion. Primary School uses the British national curriculum, complemented with Spanish Language and Cultural Studies. Secondary School progresses with the British national curriculum and leads to IGCSE results, while continuing Spanish classes and ESO preparation. Sixth Form advances to A Level and Spanish university access exams, with a personalised curriculum and the option to study Spanish alongside English to support access to universities in Spain and worldwide. The school holds accreditations from Cambridge International Examinations, Pearson Qualifications, AQA, Cambridge English, and OxfordAQA.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results Examination results are consistently well above the UK national average.	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression Graduates progress to universities in Spain and worldwide.
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 Sunny View School prioritizes social and emotional development as part of its Learning and Support approach. It provides for students with SEN and socio-emotional concerns to access a broad and balanced curriculum. The SENCo coordinates provision with the Headteacher and SLT, and the School Counsellor offers confidential, non-judgmental support for students. Counselling for social, emotional and mental health difficulties lasts typically 6–12 weeks, with sessions of about 30 minutes. Parents and carers are valued partners and are kept informed and involved in strategies to support their child. Teaching is differentiated and there are targeted interventions (1:1, small groups) and inclusive participation in activities to ensure all students can engage in school life.	Social & emotional learning The school builds essential life skills through practical classes and group activities. Students develop empathy, confidence and emotional intelligence as part of the learning journey. Life skills are integrated with academic learning to prepare students for life beyond school. Teachers mentor students to collaborate, communicate and navigate challenges. These social-emotional competencies are fostered across the curriculum.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Sunny View School is inclusive and aims to cater for all children with SEN. The SENCo leads provision across the three school phases: Preschool (Rachel Rosa), Primary (Fernando Toscano) and Secondary (Sean Thomas). Students identified with SEN receive a Student Passport, an individual support plan developed with teachers, parents and students. The school provides differentiated learning, small-group and one-to-one interventions, and a range of practical supports (laptops, visual timetables, larger fonts, word banks) to help access the curriculum. There is a part-time School Counsellor and access to external educational psychologists; the team also provides speech and language, motor and social skills support. No student is excluded from activities because of SEN and all activities remain accessible through inclusive planning.	Special educational needs (SEN) The school has an Additional Learning Needs (ALN) Department to support students with ALN. The ALN policy describes identification, planning and provision to help students access the curriculum and reach their potential as people and lifelong learners. The policy acknowledges emotional, social, mental health or behavioural barriers that can affect learning and outlines appropriate supports. A range of specialists are available to support ALN students, including psychologists, speech therapists, occupational therapists and play therapists. The ALN programme includes tailored support for primary and secondary students, with referrals and monitoring; it may involve a tailored or intensive plan and costs where applicable. Parents are informed and engaged in the process.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language Sunny View School uses the English National Curriculum as the core framework in Primary and Secondary. In Primary, all students follow the English National Curriculum, with two Spanish-language pathways: the Spanish curriculum or Spanish as a modern foreign language. In Secondary, students study the English National Curriculum through Key Stages 3–5 alongside the Spanish Curriculum options, including Lengua Castellana y Literatura and Geografía e Historia. The Spanish Curriculum pages describe how Spanish language and Iberian geography/history are taught to prepare for the Spanish school-leaver's certificate and for progression to higher education in Spain or abroad. The school welcomes students of all nationalities and provides an international learning environment, including IGCSE and A Level–style pathways. Language provisions are complemented by language and speech therapies as part of SEN support where appropriate.	English as an additional language The school has a dedicated English as an Additional Language Department that provides dedicated sessions and tailored help. The EAL team provides 1:1 sessions and ongoing guidance in Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking. Intensive English instruction is provided through tailored interventions assessed case-by-case. New students are assessed on enrolment to determine the level of EAL support. In secondary, CEFR levels guide the EAL programme and there are pathways including EAL IGCSE where appropriate. Languages offered include English and Spanish with certification, and from Secondary students can study French or German as additional languages.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Counselling is provided for social, emotional and mental health difficulties by a part-time School Counsellor (Johana Bernárdez). Counselling sessions typically last 30 minutes and run for about 6–12 weeks, depending on need. The counselling space is confidential, supportive and aimed at helping students express concerns safely. The Counsellor signs referrals to external services when specialised help is required. The SENCo coordinates with the Counsellor to plan smooth transitions for students with additional needs, and parents are kept informed and involved in wellbeing strategies. The school emphasizes student participation and a supportive environment to foster resilience and emotional wellbeing.	Mental wellbeing The wellbeing is supported by a wellbeing programme to ensure physical, emotional and social health. Life-skills education and a commitment to wellbeing are embedded in the learning approach. The learning framework balances mental, emotional and physical health as part of student development. The Camtree Life Competencies framework underpins wellbeing initiatives through life-skills development. Wellbeing is integrated into curricular and co-curricular activities to support resilience and holistic development.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding Sunny View School designates a senior person for child protection (the designated senior person is Andrew Beavon; deputies are Rachel Rosa, Sheena Stalker and Victoria Midmer). The school is responsible to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, and all staff share equal responsibility to act on concerns. The safeguarding policy aligns with UK guidance such as Working Together to Safeguard Children and Keeping Children Safe in Education. The policy outlines good-practice standards, including treating children with respect, involving them in decisions, safeguarding against abuse and neglect, and reporting concerns to the DSP by the end of the day. It also covers anti-bullying procedures, abuse of trust, and confidentiality in handling information. If needed, the school will involve external authorities or agencies and will maintain confidentiality on a need-to-know basis.	Safeguarding Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility; safeguarding is a shared commitment with policies and practices that meet high standards of care, respect and security. All staff posts require thorough vetting and Criminal Background Checks or equivalent. The safeguarding team includes the Head of Pastoral Care & Designated Safeguarding Lead and a Deputy. The school provides safeguarding and online safety training for all staff, a school nurse, anti-bullying initiatives and an ALN Department. A wellbeing programme supports physical, emotional and social health, and visitors are required to register. The safeguarding policy is designed to protect students and ensure safe care and security.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Dedicated buildings exist for Preschool, Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form. Shared facilities include two libraries, a school hall and various playgrounds. The sports facilities include a basketball court, a volleyball court, a sports pitch, a gymnasium and a swimming pool. The school is located just outside Torremolinos, Málaga, on a spacious site with views of the surrounding area.	Facilities overview The campus comprises four age-appropriate buildings: Foundation (Nursery and Reception), Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form. Foundation has two floors for Nursery and Reception, with terraces, learning spaces and a large outdoor play area. Primary is a four-floor facility opened in 2024 with a dedicated playground and a ground-floor multi-purpose sports hall. Secondary provides specialised spaces for Music and Radio, Computer Science, Science, and Art and Media, and also houses the main Reception and dining room. Sixth Form offers a dedicated building with specialised classrooms, a student lounge and an outdoor terrace for preparing for exams and future pathways.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities The sports facilities include a basketball court and a volleyball court. There is also a sports pitch and a gymnasium. A swimming pool is available.	Sports facilities The indoor sports hall is a large multi-purpose facility with retractable seating for training and events. An outdoor swimming pool is available for training and leisure. Multi-sports courts provide spaces for football or tennis. A basketball court offers a dedicated area for training and matches. Paddle courts include four glass courts for paddle sports.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Academic facilities include a Library, a Science Building, a Humanities Building and a Media Studio.	Academic facilities Foundation building is a two-floor space for Nursery and Reception with terraces and a dining room for children. Primary building, opened in 2024, is a four-floor facility for exploration and learning, and houses a ground-floor multi-purpose sports hall and a grass playground. Secondary building houses specialised classrooms for Music & Radio, Computer Science, Science, and Art and Media, with access to technology to support hands-on learning. The Secondary building also hosts the school's main Reception and the dining room. The Sixth Form building provides dedicated spaces for senior students to focus on exams and future pathways, plus a student lounge and outdoor terrace.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities An Extra Curricular Activities schedule is published for the 2025-2026 school year, Term 3. For more information about available activities, a link to a Sway document is provided.	Extra curricular facilities International opportunities are offered through International School Partnership programmes, including ISP Changemakers, ISP Cultural Exchange, ISP Scientists, ISP Virtual Exchange and ISP Model United Nations. These ISP programs promote global learning through projects, exchanges and real-world challenges. Beyond the classroom, the school offers Athletics, Art & Handicrafts, Ballet, Basketball, Chess, Flamenco, Football and more, enabling students to develop leadership, teamwork and creativity. The program highlights include public speaking, cross-cultural collaboration and real-world problem solving, with various ISP and school-led activities running across terms.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Sunny View School was founded in 1971 and is a family-owned British curriculum school. It was the first school on the Costa del Sol to be unconditionally approved by the National Association of British Schools in Spain (NABSS) and is fully authorised by the Spanish Ministry of Education with regular inspections. The school is located just outside Torremolinos, Málaga, on a spacious site with dedicated buildings for Preschool, Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form and shared facilities including two libraries, a school hall and multiple playgrounds. Its sports facilities include a basketball and volleyball court, a sports pitch, a gymnasium and a swimming pool. The school emphasizes courtesy, caring and self-discipline, guided by the school rules: ready, respectful and responsible.	History The British School of Málaga has 25 years of excellence. It is part of International Schools Partnership. It follows the British national curriculum from age 3 to 18, complemented by Spanish Language and Cultural Studies. Learners can take French or German as additional languages from Secondary School. The campus is world-class with dedicated buildings for each age stage, purpose-built labs, creative studios, sports fields and playgrounds.
Community	Community Sunny View School maintains an active calendar of community and cultural events. The 2025/2026 calendar lists local and national holidays, including Sep 29 San Miguel and Oct 13 Fiesta Nacional de España. It also features school-wide celebrations such as Halloween on Oct 21, the Christmas Jumper Day and Christmas Fair on Dec 9, and the Spring Fair on May 16. Graduation events take place for Year 6 (Jun 12) and for Years 11 and 13 (Jun 19), with the school year ending on Jun 24.	Community In a caring community, students at The British School of Málaga grow into confident lifelong learners. There is a strong partnership with parents, with teachers updating families about student progress and needs while Parent Ambassadors collaborate to improve school life. Parent Ambassadors collaborate to improve school life. Students collaborate with peers around the world through ISP programs and global skill-building opportunities.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association —	Parent teacher association Parent Ambassadors collaborate with staff to improve school life. Teachers update families about student progress and needs. There is a strong parent-school relationship. The school is part of International Schools Partnership, connecting with a global network. This ISP connection supports collaboration across schools.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual Preschool & Primary Summer Programme runs from July 1 to July 31, 2025. Hours are 10:00 to 13:00 for ages 4–12. It provides reinforcement of work covered during the year with emphasis on English and Mathematics.	Academic & intellectual The school provides international opportunities through ISP programmes, including ISP Changemakers, ISP Cultural Exchange, ISP Scientists, ISP Virtual Exchange and ISP Model United Nations. ISP Changemakers equips students to develop social impact projects through thought design workshops and collaboration across ISP schools, with grants for real-change initiatives. ISP Cultural Exchange enables reciprocal cultural exchanges with ISP schools, including homestays and attending another ISP school for a month, with regional in-person qualifiers and virtual championships. ISP Scientists offers citizen-science style learning with real-world environmental projects and partnerships with external experts.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative Summer Programme includes crafts and other fun activities.	Arts & creative Art Club focuses on origami, collaborative artwork and clay modelling. Ballet and Flamenco introduce dance disciplines, while Funky dance classes foster expression and coordination. Recorder Club teaches the recorder and progresses through ABRSM exam pieces; Secondary Singers develop musicianship and perform at events; Composing & Songwriting Club explores creating songs and music. Dungeons & Dragons provides imaginative storytelling and role-playing experiences.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Summer Camp activities are conducted in English.	Cultural & language Language Clubs improve German and English skills through dedicated sessions. ISP Cultural Exchange enables reciprocal cultural exchanges across ISP schools, including homestays, regional qualifiers and virtual championships. The school's international ISP opportunities connect students with peers worldwide and support cross-cultural learning. These programs broaden language exposure and cultural understanding through global collaboration.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The programme includes outdoor games and sports, crafts, and other engaging activities.	Social & hobbies Primary Clubs include Gardening Club, Recorder Club, Primary Singers, Knitting Club and Debate Club, among others. Secondary & Sixth Form Clubs include Chess Club, Debate Club, Maths Clinic, Language Clubs, Book Club, Composing & Songwriting Club, Recorder Club, Secondary Singers, Futsal, Active Lunchtimes, Circuit Training, Beep Test and Dungeons & Dragons. Active Lunchtimes offer daily sport options such as basketball and futsal. Beep Test and Circuit Training provide structured fitness opportunities.
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service The school uses Earth, Wind, Water and Fire as School Houses to foster belonging and community spirit. Head Students and House Captains lead student communities, organize assemblies and events, and act as school ambassadors. Student Voice enables leadership and governance opportunities for students, including participation in charity actions. Charity activities are integrated into school life and events.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional Head Students are senior student leaders who represent the school. House Captains and Vice Captains are Year 6 leaders who model behavior, support peers and help run events. Student Voice provides channels for leadership and school governance and helps develop professional skills through student-led initiatives. These roles cultivate responsibility, teamwork and project-based leadership among students.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Swimming activities take place in the school pool during Campamento de Verano. Outdoor games and sports are also included.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Athletics classes build physical fitness, resilience and healthy competition. A range of sports includes Judo, Padel, Personal Defence, Rhythmic Gymnastics, Ballet, Flamenco and Football with futsal, promoting movement and coordination. Active Lunchtimes offer daily sport options, and Circuit Training plus Beep Test develop endurance and strength. Breakfast Club and Snack Club provide structured before- and after-school care with healthy snacks to support wellbeing.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision The school teaches English as the principal language of instruction and provides English language support for learners who need it. The school offers Modern Foreign Languages: French, German and Spanish, with Edexcel IGCSE and IA level provision in the three languages. Spanish is taught from Year 2 through Year 11 as Spanish Language and Literature, and the school is authorized by the Spanish Ministry of Education. In Key Stage 2, Year 6 students study a Modern Foreign Language: French or German.	Language provision English is the main language of instruction. Spanish is taught as an additional language and Spanish Language and Cultural Studies are integrated into the programme to support bilingual competence. Students receive certified education in English and Spanish; the Spanish Department manages authorisations with the Junta de Andalucía, integrating British studies into ESO and Baccalaureate. From Secondary onward, students study a third language, either French or German, leading to GCSE or A Level.
Bilingual teaching	Bilingual teaching —	Bilingual teaching Infant education uses total linguistic immersion in English. From Reception and throughout Primary, English remains the main language of instruction and Spanish is added to develop bilingual competence through Spanish Language and Cultural Studies. In Secondary, a third language is introduced (French or German).
Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs An English as an Additional Language (EAL) Department provides tailored support with sessions designed for individual students. The school offers an EAL programme with 1:1 and small-group sessions, regular progress reviews and targeted interventions. Translanguaging is used in some lessons to support multilingual learners.
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards null	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations NABSS unconditionally approved; NABSS membership listed on NABSS site; fully authorised by the Spanish Ministry of Education and subject to regular inspections.	Accreditations NABSS; Junta de Andalucía; Cambridge International; Pearson Qualifications; AQA; Cambridge English; OxfordAQA; British Chambers Spain
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Children are admitted into the school based on the UK system, starting from two years of age. New students may be asked to take a placement test, and a copy of the student's latest school report is required.	Admissions 01 Get in touch today. Get in touch to schedule a campus visit or online meeting, or participate in our monthly virtual open days. Enrolment is open all year round, and the admissions team provides personalized guidance throughout the onboarding process. 02 Join us for a tour. Visit the campus in person to gain a deeper understanding of your child's needs and interests. We discuss the curriculum and show the facilities, offering a glimpse into the learning environment. 03 Taster Day/Online interview. Your child's previous school report may be requested if applicable. We may invite them to experience a taster day at the school or arrange an online interview with the admissions team. 04 Acceptance. After the taster day or online interview, you'll receive a written offer. You'll have 10 days to accept and proceed with the registration process while a registration fee is mandatory to secure a place. 05 Welcome. Congratulations! You're now part of the BSM Family. Families are welcome to attend a Taster Day to experience firsthand how a school day operates, and ongoing communication with the school supports the onboarding journey.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships Scholarships & university partnerships exist as part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP) network. The school has 100+ global university partnerships that open doors to top institutions, with students awarded over €2.6 million in scholarships to support their success. Through exclusive scholarships, students have opportunities to study with some of the world's most renowned institutions.
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