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American Curriculum International Schools in Valencia, Spain

Compare 4 American Curriculum international schools in Valencia, Spain. Filter by curriculum, fees (average EUR 6,041), location, and more to find the right international school now.

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Schools listed
4
Curricula
7
Average annual fee
EUR 8,055
Fee range
EUR 5,700 – 11,940
More school facts
Most common curriculum
American Curriculum (4 schools)
Average school size
599 pupils
Largest by enrolment
American School of Valencia
Oldest
American School of Valencia (1980)
About international schools in Valencia, Spain

American-curriculum international schools in the Valencia area are usually private bilingual institutions that combine a US-style programme (Common Core / American High School Diploma and, in some cases, Advanced Placement courses) with local Spanish requirements and, at many schools, an IB or Spanish Bachillerato pathway. Instruction is commonly delivered in English while Spanish is taught from early years and Valencian is introduced or required according to regional rules, so families should check each school’s specific language model. Annual tuition at international schools in and around Valencia typically sits in the mid four-figure to low five-figure euro range and varies by age, programme and campus; many schools also charge enrolment or capital fees and additional costs for transport, meals and activities. Admissions are centred on the September intake but places and assessments are handled year-round at most schools, so start enquiries early and have passports, previous school records and any language-support information ready.

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FAQs for Spain

How does an American curriculum differ from IB, British or the Spanish system in Valencia?
An American curriculum typically follows US standards (Common Core, grade progression and an American High School Diploma) and may offer Advanced Placement courses, whereas the IB is an international programme with defined assessment tasks and the British system follows UK key stages and GCSE/A-level equivalences. In Valencia many international schools blend elements - for example offering an American diploma alongside IB or the Spanish Bachillerato - so check each school’s leaving qualification and assessment model.
What language(s) will my child be taught in?
Most American-style international schools use English as the vehicular language but also provide Spanish instruction from the earliest years and teach Valencian according to the Valencian Community’s language rules. Regional legislation and school policy determine how much Valencian and Spanish are used, so confirm the school’s language split and support for learners who are new to English or Spanish.
What should we expect to pay and are there common extra costs?
Published fees for private international schools in the Valencia area vary, with examples showing annual tuition in the mid €4,000s up to around €10,000 depending on age and programme; many schools publish banded fees by phase. In addition to tuition parents commonly pay an enrolment or registration fee, refundable/unrefundable deposits, and extras such as transport, meals, school uniforms, examinations and extracurricular activities, so request a full fee schedule before applying.
When should we apply and what are the usual admissions steps?
Most schools prioritise the September intake and hold open days, assessments and interviews in the spring and early summer, but vacancies and rolling admissions mean you can apply at other times of year. Typical steps are an initial enquiry/registration, submission of ID and previous school records, a language or placement assessment and an interview with the school, followed by a deposit to secure the place if offered.
What ages and leaving qualifications do American-curriculum schools in Valencia cover?
Many international schools in the region provide continuous provision from early years (around age 2 - 3) through to 16 - 18, though individual age ranges vary by institution. Leaving qualifications can include an American High School Diploma and, at schools that offer them, AP courses, the International Baccalaureate Diploma or the Spanish Bachillerato, so verify which final credentials a school supports if you have university destinations in mind.
What should parents look for when comparing American-curriculum schools in Valencia?
Focus on the school's language model and how it meets Spanish/Valencian requirements, the qualifications and accreditation held by the school, the availability of English as an Additional Language (EAL) or learning-support services, and the university-counselling track record for the leaving qualification offered. Also consider practicalities such as transport, campus location relative to your home, transparent fee schedules (including extras) and opportunities for extracurriculars and community integration.