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International Schools in Málaga, Spain

Compare 8 international schools in Málaga, Spain. Filter by curriculum, fees (average EUR 13,669), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
8
Curricula
13
Average annual fee
EUR 13,669
Fee range
EUR 500 – 28,255
More school facts
Most common curriculum
British Curriculum (5 schools)
Average school size
439 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Sotogrande International School
Oldest
Swans International School - Primary Campus (1971)
With boarding
2
About international schools in Málaga, Spain

International schools in Málaga and the wider Costa del Sol form a dense cluster serving a large expat and local demand, with most schools offering a mix of British-style programmes alongside the International Baccalaureate, American and several European curricula. English-medium instruction is common, usually combined with strong Spanish language teaching and a handful of French, German or Nordic-language options for particular communities. Annual fees vary substantially by school and year group but typically sit in a broad band from roughly €6,000 for early-years places up to around €15,000 - €20,000 for sixth-form/IB or A-level years, with one-off registration charges and extras for transport, meals and exams. Admissions run year-round but peak for September entry; popular schools commonly invite visits and assessments and families are advised to contact admissions 6 - 12 months before a planned start to avoid full year groups.

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Sotogrande International School — international school in Málaga, Spain
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Sotogrande International School

IB (PYP), IB (MYP) · Ages 0 to 18

€9,840 - 28,255
Ages 0 to 18 years
IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum, Cambridge A Levels, Reggio Emilia Approach
Instructs in English and Spanish
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Emerald Sixth Form — international school in Málaga, Spain
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Emerald Sixth Form

Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, BTEC Qualification · Ages 11 to 18

€1,950 - 24,900
Ages 11 to 18 years
Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, BTEC Qualification, British Curriculum
Instructs in English
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Atlas American School of Malaga — international school in Málaga, Spain
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Atlas American School of Malaga

American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP) · Ages 3 to 18

€500 - 16,350
Ages 3 to 18 years
American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP), IB (DP)
Instructs in English
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The American College in Spain — international school in Málaga, Spain
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The American College in Spain

American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP) · Ages 15 to 18

€6,250 - 16,600
Ages 15 to 18 years
American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP)
Instructs in English
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Queens British Grammar School — international school in Málaga, Spain
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Queens British Grammar School

British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE · Ages 3 to 18

€7,320 - 17,720
Ages 3 to 18 years
British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Instructs in English
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Creators International School — international school in Málaga, Spain
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Creators International School

British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE · Ages 7 to 18

€16,500 - 19,500
Ages 7 to 18 years
British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Instructs in English
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Aloha College Marbella — international school in Málaga, Spain
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Aloha College Marbella

IB (DP), IPC (International Primary Curriculum) · Ages 3 to 18

€4,825 - 18,940
Ages 3 to 18 years
IB (DP), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Instructs in English
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Swans International School - Primary Campus — international school in Málaga, Spain
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Swans International School - Primary Campus

British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage) · Ages 3 to 11

€8,750 - 20,500
Ages 3 to 11 years
British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Instructs in English and Spanish
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FAQs for Spain

What curricula and qualifications will my child typically be able to study in Málaga international schools?
You will commonly find British national curricula (leading to IGCSEs and A-levels), the International Baccalaureate (IB) and American diploma pathways, alongside specific French, German or Nordic-system schools in some locations. Many bilingual private schools combine a Spanish curriculum track with strong English provision, allowing routes to Spanish bachillerato as well as international qualifications.
What languages are used for teaching and how quickly do children pick up Spanish?
Most international schools teach primarily in English but include daily Spanish lessons and wider integration with local life, so children living locally usually gain functional Spanish within months and stronger competence over one to two years. A minority of schools offer French, German or Scandinavian language streams for families seeking those national programmes.
How much should I budget for fees and extra costs?
Published fees vary by school and by year group; a realistic range for the Costa del Sol is roughly €6,000 a year for early years rising to around €12,000 - €20,000 for older secondary years at schools offering A-levels or the IB, and some premium providers exceed that. Expect additional one-off registration or enrolment charges, plus termly costs for meals, transport and external exam fees, so always request the full fee schedule from the school.
When should we start the application and what does the admissions process usually involve?
Most international schools accept applications year-round but the main intake is for the September term; popular places can fill many months ahead so contacting admissions 6 - 12 months before your intended start is advisable. The typical process is an initial enquiry or visit, submission of school reports and documents, an interview or assessment (often age-appropriate tests or language screening) and then a formal offer secured by payment of a registration deposit.
At what ages do international schools in Málaga take children, and how do pathways change as they get older?
Many international schools in the area accept children from early years (around age 3) through to 18, with primary curricula feeding into either national Spanish pathways, British IGCSE/A-level routes or the IB Diploma in the final two years. Curriculum focus and assessment style shift in secondary: you should check whether a school leads to university entrance systems that match your family’s longer-term plans.