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IB Curriculum International Schools in Madrid, Spain

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About international schools in Madrid, Spain

International Baccalaureate (IB) schools in Madrid commonly offer one or more IB programmes - the Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma Programmes - and follow an inquiry-led, internationally minded curriculum that many relocating families choose for continuity across countries. Instruction is frequently in English or bilingually Spanish - English, and schools typically support additional language learning in line with the IB’s plurilingual policy. Annual fees vary widely by provider and by age, with some schools charging in the low thousands of euros and others for older year groups charging into the tens of thousands; total cost will also depend on extras such as enrolment deposits, transport and extracurriculars. Admissions for private IB schools often operate on rolling timelines with entry assessments and interviews, and families generally apply many months before the desired start date, while places in the publicly funded Spanish system follow the Comunidad de Madrid enrolment calendar (applications typically open in the spring).

Compare 37 IB Curriculum international schools in Madrid, Spain. Filter by curriculum, fees (average EUR 9,458), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 37 schools · avg fee EUR 9,458
Schools listed
37
Curricula
20
Average annual fee
EUR 9,458
Fee range
EUR 0 – 40,180
Most common curriculum
IB (DP) (32 schools)
Average school size
835 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Alameda International School
Oldest
SEK International School - Santa Isabel (1892)
With boarding
4

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FAQs for Spain

What ages and stages do the IB programmes cover?
The IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) is designed for roughly ages 3 - 12, the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for about 11 - 16, and the Diploma Programme (DP) for 16 - 19, providing a continuum from early years into pre-university study. Schools may implement one, two or all three programmes (a full IB continuum) and sometimes adapt year-group boundaries to fit local systems, so check each school’s published age ranges.
Will my child be taught in English or Spanish at an IB school in Madrid?
Many IB schools in Madrid teach primarily in English or offer bilingual Spanish - English programmes, and they commonly provide Spanish language teaching and support for additional languages as part of the IB’s language policy. The IB encourages plurilingual provision, but the exact language of instruction and language-support arrangements vary by school, so ask admissions about language placement and support for non-native speakers.
How much should I budget for fees and extra costs?
Annual tuition at international and IB schools in Madrid varies considerably: published ranges run from a few thousand euros per year at some schools to well over €20,000 a year at others, especially for older year groups; additional costs often include registration or acceptance deposits, school meals, school transport, uniforms and trips. Always request a full fee schedule from a school (including one-off and recurring extras) and ask about refunds, sibling discounts and payment schedules before committing.
When should we apply if we are relocating to Madrid?
For popular year groups and larger private IB schools, families often begin enquiries and applications many months - sometimes a year or more - before the intended start date; many schools also run rolling admissions and will consider mid-year entries if places open. Public and state-funded places follow the Comunidad de Madrid’s annual enrolment timetable (usually a fixed spring window), so check that calendar if you plan to use the Spanish public system.
Will the IB Diploma allow my child to apply to universities in Spain?
The IB Diploma is widely recognised by Spanish universities and can be used for access to higher education in Spain, though students may need to follow national procedures (such as through UNEDassis) to convert or certify qualifications for some public university applications. Families should confirm specific entry requirements with target universities and with their school’s university-counselling team well before the final year of the Diploma.
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