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Affordable International Schools in Las Palmas, Spain

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About international schools in Las Palmas, Spain

Las Palmas hosts a small but diverse set of international and bilingual schools that commonly follow British, American, German or International Baccalaureate (IB) - style programmes alongside the Spanish curriculum, so families can usually find pathways that lead to Spanish Bachillerato, IB diplomas or UK/US qualifications. English and Spanish are the dominant languages of instruction; German and French are available at some centres and schools usually offer language support for newcomers. Annual school fees for international programmes in the city typically sit in the mid-range for Spain, commonly around €6,000 - €8,000 a year, with additional charges for registration, meals, transport and external exam fees. Most schools have their main intake in September, accept some mid-year places where space allows, and will ask for passport/ID, recent school reports, immunisation records and evidence of residency or visa status during the admissions process.

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At a glance 10 schools · avg fee EUR 6,486
Schools listed
10
Curricula
13
Average annual fee
EUR 6,486
Fee range
EUR 3,295 – 10,132
Most common curriculum
British Curriculum (4 schools)
Average school size
520 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Canterbury School - San Lorenzo Campus
Oldest
Deutsche Schule Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (1920)
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FAQs for Spain

What curriculum options will my child find in Las Palmas and how do they differ?
You will mainly find British, American, German, bilingual Spanish - English and IB-style programmes. British and American schools follow the respective national systems and external exams (IGCSEs/A-Levels or US high-school credits), German schools prepare for the German Abitur alongside Spanish accreditation, and IB programmes focus on inquiry-based international study; bilingual schools combine Spanish national requirements with intensification of English instruction. Each route leads to different university entry options, so check which final qualification the school awards and whether it is recognised by Spanish universities if that matters to you.
How much should we budget for fees and extra costs?
Annual tuition for international programmes in Las Palmas commonly falls in the region of €6,000 - €8,000, though there is variation between schools and year groups. Expect additional, often compulsory, charges such as registration/enrolment deposits, school meals, uniforms, transport, extracurricular activities and external exam fees, all of which can add several hundred to a few thousand euros a year. Ask schools for a full fee schedule and the total cost for the year you are enquiring about so you can compare like with like.
When should we start the application process and what documents are usually needed?
Begin research as early as possible and contact preferred schools 6 - 12 months before your intended start date for September entry; many accept rolling admissions and some mid-year places but popular year groups can fill early. Schools typically request a completed application form, the child’s passport and birth certificate, recent school reports or transcripts, immunisation and health records, and proof of address or visa status; older children may also need to sit placement tests or attend interviews. Confirm deadlines and whether a deposit is required to hold a place.
What languages of instruction and language support should we expect?
Instruction is most commonly in English, Spanish or a mix of both depending on the school’s model, with some schools offering trilingual provision including German or French. Most international and bilingual schools provide dedicated English or Spanish as an Additional Language (EAL/SAL) support programmes to help newcomers, and many prepare students for recognised language exams. If your child is not yet fluent in the main language of instruction, ask about entry-level language support, small-group lessons and a clear plan for integration into mainstream classes.
What practical things should relocating families check before choosing an affordable international school?
Verify the school’s official recognition and the qualifications it awards, whether the programme leads to Spanish Bachillerato, IB or other international certificates, and how these align with your family’s longer-term plans. Check transport options and the typical commute from your proposed home, class sizes, pastoral and special educational needs support, sample timetables and the full list of extra costs. Finally, arrange an in-person visit or virtual meeting, request recent school handbooks and ask for references so you can assess teaching approach and daily routines before committing.