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British Curriculum International Schools in Alicante, Spain

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About international schools in Alicante, Spain

British-style international schools are the most common option for English-medium schooling in the Alicante area, with about twenty or so schools running the English National Curriculum and many preparing pupils for Cambridge IGCSEs and A-levels; a number also offer the IB Diploma or blended Spanish - British pathways. Instruction is generally in English, with Spanish taught as a core language and many schools providing bilingual streams or English-language support for newcomers. Fees vary widely by school and age, but the local international-school sector’s published average is around €7,500 a year and British-curriculum schools commonly sit in a roughly mid-four-figure to low-five-figure range depending on campus, year group and extras. Schools normally follow a UK-style academic calendar (main intake in September) though vacancies can appear year-round; expect an application, an assessment or interview and evidence-of-previous schooling for older children.

Compare 22 British Curriculum international schools in Alicante, Spain. Filter by curriculum, fees (average EUR 8,650), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 22 schools · avg fee EUR 8,650
Schools listed
22
Curricula
20
Average annual fee
EUR 8,650
Fee range
EUR 500 – 20,000
Most common curriculum
British Curriculum (21 schools)
Average school size
470 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Newton College
Oldest
Sierra Bernia School (1973)
With boarding
2

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FAQs for Spain

What does a “British curriculum” school in Alicante usually teach and how does assessment work?
Most British schools follow the English National Curriculum through Key Stages, moving to Cambridge IGCSEs (or Edexcel/Cambridge exam boards) at about 14 - 16 and to A-levels or sometimes the IB Diploma at 16 - 18. External, recognised public examinations (IGCSE, A-level or IB) are the usual end-of-stage qualifications, which are widely accepted by UK and many international universities.
What ages and school stages are covered by these schools?
Many British-curriculum schools in the Alicante area take children from early years (Nursery/Foundation) through Primary and Secondary up to Sixth Form (age 18), so you can usually find continuous provision from pre-school to university entrance. Some specialist centres focus only on infant/primary or on sixth form A-level provision, so check each school’s published age range.
Is teaching mainly in English and what support is there for Spanish or non-English speakers?
Teaching is primarily in English, and most schools list Spanish as a core subject; many schools also advertise bilingual options and structured English-as-an-Additional-Language (EAL) or newcomer support to help children access lessons. Families should ask schools for details of language support, hours of Spanish tuition and whether bilingual pathways lead to Spanish qualifications as well as British ones.
How much should we budget for fees and what additional costs are common?
Published fees for international schools in Alicante vary widely; the sector average is about €7,500 per year but individual British-curriculum schools publish ranges from roughly €4,000 at the lower end up into the mid-teens (per year) for older pupils or campuses with extra facilities. Expect additional costs for registration/matriculation, school lunches, transport, uniforms, extracurricular activities and external exam fees, and check whether the school offers sibling discounts or payment-plan options.
When should we apply and what does the admissions process usually involve?
The main intake aligns with the UK-style school year, with the new academic year starting in September, but many schools accept applications and place pupils throughout the year if space permits. Typical steps are an enquiry or open day, submission of records, a place-reservation or registration fee, and age-appropriate assessments or interviews; ask each school for its exact timeline, testing arrangements and any deadlines for reserving places.
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