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Montessori Curriculum International Schools in Spain

Compare 36 Montessori Curriculum international schools in Spain. Filter by curriculum, fees (average EUR 6,419), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
36
Curricula
15
Average annual fee
EUR 7,960
Fee range
EUR 1,690 – 20,000
More school facts
Most common curriculum
Montessori Curriculum (35 schools)
Average school size
417 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Colegio Virgen de Gracia
Oldest
English Academy Santa Claus (1965)
With boarding
1
About international schools in Spain

Montessori international schools in Spain are distinguished by child-centred classrooms, mixed-age groupings and hands-on materials, and many combine Montessori practice with recognised national or international programmes so families can secure officially recognised records as children get older. Schools are most commonly private and concentrated in larger cities and expat hubs, with bilingual provision (Spanish - English) widespread and regional languages such as Catalan commonly taught where required by local authorities. Published tuition for international schools in Spain varies widely, but many Montessori international providers sit in the mid-range of private fees for early years and primary; some senior programmes and premium international campuses charge considerably more. Admissions normally require a school visit or interview, submission of recent school reports for older children, and places are often confirmed only after a deposit or registration fee; waiting lists are common in popular urban catchments.

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8 international schools in Madrid

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5 international schools in Barcelona

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5 international schools in Valencia

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3 international schools in Málaga

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2 international schools in Granada

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2 international schools in Girona

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1 international school in Castellón

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1 international school in Seville

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1 international school in Vigo

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1 international school in Santiago de Compostela

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1 international school in Tenerife

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1 international school in Alicante

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1 international school in Córdoba

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1 international school in Bilbao

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1 international school in Almería

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1 international school in Mallorca

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1 international school in Zaragoza

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FAQs for Spain

What ages and stages do Montessori international schools in Spain cover?
Montessori provision is usually organised around developmentally defined stages: infant/toddler (often called nido or community, roughly 0 - 3), Children’s House (around 3 - 6), lower and upper elementary (commonly 6 - 12) and, in a smaller number of schools, adolescent communities or adapted secondary programmes. Many Spanish Montessori schools keep children in multi-year classrooms to support continuity across these planes of development, though the exact age bands can vary by school.
Which languages are used in Montessori international schools in Spain?
Bilingual Spanish - English provision is the most common model among Montessori international schools, and in regions with co-official languages schools frequently include Catalan alongside Spanish and English. Some schools offer additional foreign languages or immersion strands (for example French or German), so language models differ by region and by individual school.
How much do Montessori international schools in Spain usually cost?
Tuition varies widely across Spain and by age group: published fee ranges for international schools run from the low thousands of euros per year up to well over €20,000 at high-end campuses, with many Montessori-labelled international schools charging in the mid-range for early years and primary and higher fees for secondary. Expect additional costs such as registration or entrance deposits, school meals and extra-curricular activities; always check each school’s latest fee schedule and what is included.
When should a relocating family apply and what does the admissions process usually involve?
Families moving to Spain are advised to begin enquiries as early as possible - often six to twelve months before the intended start date for popular schools and cohorts - because places and waiting lists fill quickly in major cities. Typical steps include an initial tour or open day, an application form, provision of previous school reports and identity documents, and age-appropriate assessments or meetings for older children; an offer is usually secured by paying a registration fee or deposit.
What should parents look for when choosing a Montessori international school in Spain?
Look for clear evidence that the school follows authentic Montessori principles (prepared environment, mixed-age classrooms and appropriately trained Montessori teachers), and check whether the school holds recognition or alignment with national/international curricula if you need official academic records or smooth transitions later. Also review staff qualifications and continuous professional development, class sizes and progression routes into later years, and whether published policies explain inclusion, assessment and language provision.