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SEN International Schools in Tenerife, Spain

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About international schools in Tenerife, Spain

Tenerife’s international schools combine island living with a mix of foreign national systems and bilingual projects: you will commonly find British-curriculum schools (IGCSE/A-Level pathways), a recognised German Auslandsschule, a French international lycée and a growing number of centres offering the International Baccalaureate or bilingual Spanish - English programmes. Instruction languages on the island most often include English and Spanish, with German and French available at specialist schools; many schools also run English-as-an-additional-language (EAL) and Spanish support. Annual fees vary with age and model but private international schools on Tenerife typically charge in the low-to-mid thousands of euros per year at the primary/early-secondary level, rising for sixth form; exact prices and one-off registration or deposit charges differ by school. Admissions most commonly follow a September intake; state and concertado rounds in the Canaries run on a statutory spring timetable while private and international schools usually manage places through their own application windows or rolling enrolment, so families should enquire several months ahead and check transport and language-support arrangements because north - south travel on the island can affect daily logistics.

Compare 1 SEN / Special Education international schools in Tenerife, Spain. Filter by curriculum, fees (average EUR 6,776), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 1 schools · avg fee EUR 6,776
Schools listed
1
Curricula
8
Average annual fee
EUR 6,776
Fee range
EUR 5,643 – 7,908
Most common curriculum
British Curriculum (1 schools)
Average school size
547 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Wingate School
Oldest
Wingate School (1982)
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FAQs for Spain

What curricula can my child follow in Tenerife’s international schools?
You will find a mix of curricula: many schools offer the English National Curriculum with IGCSEs and A-Levels, there is an accredited German school following the German system (leading to the Abitur), a French international lycée follows the French national programme, and several schools either offer the IB Diploma or bilingual routes that combine Spanish national qualifications with international programmes. Check each school’s stated qualification pathways carefully because assessment styles and university recognition differ between national systems and the IB.
How much do international schools on Tenerife cost?
Tuition varies by school, age and whether extras (transport, meals, exams and excursions) are included; published annual fees for island international schools commonly sit in the low-to-mid thousands of euros for primary and several thousand euros higher for sixth form. Example fee ranges published by local schools and directories show figures from roughly €3,700 - €8,300 depending on the school and year group, and many schools also publish one-off registration or refundable deposit requirements. Always ask schools for a full fee schedule and what is covered before committing.
When should we apply and how do admissions work?
Most international schools on Tenerife expect a September start and recommend parents begin enquiries several months in advance; state and semi-state (concertado) application rounds in the Canaries follow a formal spring schedule, but private international schools often operate their own rolling or cohort-based processes. Schools typically require an application form, previous school reports, proof of identity and may include placement testing or interviews; if your child needs language support, state this early so the school can assess EAL or Spanish provision.
What languages of instruction and language support should I expect?
English and Spanish are the island’s predominant teaching languages in international and bilingual schools, while German and French instruction is offered where specialist German or French schools operate; many British-style schools also include a structured Spanish programme from early years. Most international schools publish their language-support policies: expect EAL provision for non-English speakers and additional Spanish tuition to help children integrate into local life and meet national qualification requirements where relevant.
How do the school qualifications affect university entry in Spain and abroad?
Qualifications such as A-Levels, the IB Diploma and national credentials like the German Abitur or the Spanish Bachillerato are each widely recognised but follow different routes to university admission: the IB and A-Levels are broadly accepted internationally, while national diplomas are particularly suited to universities in their home countries and usually include routes for recognition in Spain. If you have target universities in mind, check their entry requirements early and ask the school’s university-admissions advisor about conversion or recognition procedures for Spanish university access (EBAU/Selectividad) or international applications.