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The British College of Andorra

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees €9,360 - 15,656
Ages 3 - 17 years
Pupil numbers 250
Type Co-educational
Opened 2018
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, IB (DP)
Taught languages French, Spanish
Typical class size 20
Strengths Sport, Languages, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Cultural and Language, Community and Service, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

The British College of Andorra is an international school serving ages 3 to 17, delivering a blend of EYFS, British curriculum, and IB Diploma Programme. The school teaches in English with specialist teaching in Spanish, Catalan and French, and provides EAL support for multilingual learners. As an IB World School, it follows IB approaches to learning and offers the Diploma Programme core elements of Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity and Service, taught by staff trained in IB methodologies. The campus sits on a wooded hillside above Andorra la Vella, with a Sports Hall and slate-faced buildings near UNESCO World Heritage landscapes. The school emphasizes international-mindedness and a UK-aligned education from nursery through Year 13; in 2025 it joined the Forfar Education group. Extra-curricular life includes a UNICEF Escola Amiga initiative, Eco-Schools involvement, and an after-school program with activities such as sport, community service, and leadership opportunities.

Carretera de la Comella, S/N, AD500 Andorra la Vella, Andorra

The Essentials

The British College of Andorra has 250 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.

Location
The campus is in the hills and forests above Andorra la Vella. It is easily reached in 10 minutes from the city centre. The address is Ctra. de la Comella, S/N, AD500 Andorra la Vella, Andorra. On the doorstep is the UNESCO World Heritage landscape of the Madriu-Perafita-Claror Valley.

Stages
Early Years, Primary, and Secondary; IB Diploma Programme available.

Type
International Baccalaureate (IB) World School offering the Diploma Programme.

Bus service
BCA offers a daily transport service to and from the school which is organised around the needs of families requesting the service. Modern buses are used and comply with safety rules concerning the transportation of children, and the route is supervised by a BCA-employed monitor to guarantee the students are well looked after.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
There are no boarding facilities nor residency arrangements with host families.

Uniform Requirement
All students wear the BCA school uniform. Year 12 and 13 have a dress code requiring business-style attire: jacket and/or smart jumper/cardigan and/or smart coat, smart trousers or knee-length skirt with tights, plain collared shirt or blouse, and smart shoes; the jacket may be omitted in warm weather. On PE days, wear the BCA PE kit; on approved non-uniform days, casual dress may be allowed.

Food Options
Lunch is freshly cooked on site every day and a healthy morning snack is provided. Menus meet nutritional guidelines and the Mediterranean diet, and can be adapted for health requirements, allergies or intolerances, or other dietary needs. Vegetarian or halal options are available on request or under medical prescription.

House System
Every student is assigned to one of four houses: Juclar, Coma Pedrosa, Incles, and Valira. The House Council is an elected body of sixteen students (with two house captains per house) and meets with school leadership. The Council has five areas of work: Wellbeing, Environment & School Facilities, Academics, Events, and Charities & Service Learning.

Governance and Ownership
The British College of Andorra is owned by an Andorran company, British College Overseas SL. The headteacher leads the school in partnership with the IB coordinator and the heads of primary and secondary to guide the school.
Fees

Annual tuition at The British College of Andorra ranges from EUR 9,360 to EUR 15,656 for 2026/27.

Application / Admission Fee
- Admission fee: EUR 2,860, payable on a student's admission. This fee is non‑refundable.
- Sibling reduction on Admission fee: 50% discount for siblings.

Matriculation / Re-enrolment Fee
- Matriculation fee: EUR 686.00, payable annually to confirm a pupil's place for the following school year. This payment is made in February or March and includes school materials, books and school insurance.

Tuition fees (by year group) — shown per year and per month
- Nursery (Age 3): Year EUR 9,360.00; Month EUR 936.00. Includes: tuition, lunch and snack.
- Reception (Age 4): Year EUR 9,880.00; Month EUR 988.00. Includes: tuition, lunch and snack.
- Year 1–Year 2 (Ages 5–6): Year EUR 10,870.00; Month EUR 1,087.00. Includes: tuition, lunch and snack.
- Year 3–Year 6 (Ages 7–10): Year EUR 12,630.00; Month EUR 1,263.00. Includes: tuition, lunch and snack.
- Year 7–Year 9 (Ages 11–13): Year EUR 13,880.00; Month EUR 1,388.00. Includes: tuition, lunch and snack.
- Year 10–Year 13 (Ages 14–17): Year EUR 14,970.00; Month EUR 1,497.00. Includes: tuition, lunch and snack.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Standard billing option: fees are payable over 10 monthly instalments.
- Sibling discounts on tuition: 20% discount for the second sibling and for additional siblings.
- Discount for single annual payment: 3% discount applied when paying the full fees as a single payment.

Boarding / Day status
- The school operates as a day school; boarding facilities are not provided.

Other charges and optional costs
- School uniform: mandatory and not included in the fees.
- Ski programme: runs during the second term and is not included in the fees (additional charge applies).
- Examination and testing fees: additional charges apply for external public examinations and standardised external tests (for example, IGCSE and IB Diploma examinations and tests such as CAT4). These charges cover both the examination board/test fees and related handling/courier costs.
- Additional EAL (English as an Additional Language) or SEN (Special Educational Needs) tuition: where a student's needs exceed the usual provision, the school may charge separately for additional tuition; fees and arrangements are agreed during admissions or re‑enrolment.
- School bus / transport: optional transport service is offered for families who request it; this is an additional service and cost.

Refund information
- The Admission fee is stated as non‑refundable. No separate refund terms for regular tuition instalments are specified in the fee information.

Fee payment options
- The publicly available fee schedule specifies the billing cadence and discounts (10 monthly instalments; single payment discount) but does not list specific accepted payment methods (for example, credit card or bank transfer). For payment method options, contact the school's administration directly.
Academics

The British College of Andorra teaches EYFS (Early years foundation stage), British Curriculum, IB (DP) for students aged 3 to 17.

Curriculum
The British College of Andorra is an IB World School offering the IB Diploma Programme for students aged 16 to 19. The Diploma Programme consists of six subject groups: Studies in Language and Literature; Language Acquisition; Individuals & Societies; Sciences; Mathematics; and The Arts, with The Arts substitutable by a second subject from other groups. The Diploma Programme Core includes TOK (Theory of Knowledge), the Extended Essay, and CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service). All teaching follows IB approaches to learning and staff receive official IB training and ongoing professional development. The language of instruction is English, with specialist teaching in Spanish, Catalan and French.

Higher Education Progression
Careers Education and Higher Education preparation is provided. In Years 10 and 11, tutor time, PSHE and assemblies help students explore careers using Unifrog. In Years 12 and 13, university applications are supported with guidance for UK, US and Spanish universities and many others worldwide. Each student has a personal tutor and Unifrog access to research careers and university courses.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school has a pastoral care system that prioritises student wellbeing and supports social, emotional, and academic progress; every student has a teacher dedicated to overseeing these areas.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school is predominantly EAL, with English as its main means of communication and education. EAL provisions include Quality First Teaching and tailored support from an EAL specialist when needed.

Mental Wellbeing
The wellbeing of our students is central to the way the school operate; the school maintains a warm, caring environment and staff support students' social, emotional, and academic development.

Safeguarding
The school has safeguarding systems and processes and is committed to Child Safeguarding; students feel safe and heard, and staff are trained to identify and respond to concerns.
Parent Experience

History
Opened in September 2018. The school provides a British education from nursery (age 3) to year 13. It is owned by the Andorran company British College Overseas SL. In May 2025, the school was acquired by Forfar Education.

Community
The British College of Andorra occupies a green and spacious campus on a wooded hillside above Andorra la Vella, with mountain views and the UNESCO Madriu-Perafita-Claror Valley on the doorstep. Students are assigned to one of four houses—Juclar, Coma Pedrosa, Incles, and Valira—to promote belonging and school spirit. The House Council focuses on Wellbeing, Environment & School Facilities, Academics, Events, and Charities & Service Learning. Communication supports the learning community with a weekly Newsletter, links to Google Classroom and the Isams Parents Portal, and parent representatives who meet regularly with the school leadership for feedback. The BCA Summer Camp runs each July for ages 3–16, combining English immersion with activities, and there is a Ski Programme one day a week in winter.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Parent Representatives, one per class, meet regularly with the school leadership to strengthen the partnership between parents and staff and to support children's learning. They facilitate parental understanding of the curriculum. They share and celebrate the community's successes and provide clarification over issues to avoid confusion. They involve parents in decision-making and act as a voice for suggestions, helping to connect with the wider community. Class Representatives ensure open, inclusive and regular communication with the parents they represent. Parent Representatives and Class Representatives provide a structured channel for engagement that supports wellbeing, environment, academics, events and service learning within the school.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The British College of Andorra occupies a spacious rural site on a wooded hillside with mountain views and a UNESCO World Heritage landscape on the doorstep. The Alberg de la Comella and additional purpose-built classroom blocks, including a Sports Hall, form the on-site facilities. All buildings are high quality and faced with local slate stone, separated by grassed areas and paths. Classrooms are equipped with the latest technology and modern teaching equipment. The campus is about a 10-minute drive from Andorra la Vella.

Sports Facilities
There is a Sports Hall on site and ample sports facilities. The campus is set on a wooded hillside with grassed areas and paths that support outdoor activities. The facilities are integrated into a high-quality building complex to support physical education and team activities.

Academic Facilities
The campus comprises the Alberg de la Comella and additional purpose-built classroom blocks. Classrooms are equipped with the latest technology and modern teaching equipment. The school operates within the British and international education framework and is located near the UNESCO World Heritage landscape, enhancing the academic environment.

Extra Curricular Facilities
BCA Summer Camp runs every July for children aged 3–16, organized in weekly blocks with English immersion and hands-on activities such as creative workshops, science labs, cooking, nature exploration, and trips to leisure centres. Each July includes outdoor games and water activities and trips to Caldea, Splash!, or 360ºeXtrem. The Ski Programme runs in winter, with skiing once a week per class taught by qualified instructors.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The British College of Andorra is an IB World School and offers the IB Diploma Programme. The Diploma Programme consists of six subject groups: Studies in Language and Literature; Language Acquisition; Individuals & Societies; Sciences; Mathematics; and The Arts. The Diploma Programme core includes Theory of Knowledge (TOK), Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity, and Service (CAS). Teaching is underpinned by the IB Approaches to Teaching and Learning, and staff receive official IB training to support reflective, independent learners and globally minded citizens.

Arts & Creative
The IB Diploma Programme includes The Arts as one of the six subject groups. An extensive After School Activities program offers a range of creative and engaging options beyond the classroom, including board games, cooking, and language lessons. Secondary Clubs provide opportunities for student-led creative projects and broader participation in school life.

Cultural & Language
The language of instruction is English. Catalan, Spanish and French are taught to all students from Early Years through Year 9; Catalan remains compulsory after Year 9, while Spanish and French become optional to allow more time for English development. The school has a multilingual community and provides English as an Additional Language (EAL) support.

Social & Hobbies
An extensive program of after-school activities is planned each term to enrich and extend the curriculum. Activities range from sports to board games, cooking, and additional language lessons, encouraging students to try new things and engage with peers. The Secondary Clubs programme offers a variety of clubs and leadership opportunities, with trips and assemblies.

Community & Service
The school is recognised as UNICEF Escola Amiga UNICEF, incorporating rights-based education and UNICEF resources into the curriculum. BCA is an Eco-School (Escola Verda), forming Eco Committees and developing sustainability plans integrated into learning. Plant for the Planet is supported, and student actions promote environmental and social responsibility.

Leadership & Professional
Secondary Clubs include student leadership roles and opportunities for student-led initiatives, fostering leadership and teamwork. The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award (Bronze, Silver, Gold) is offered to develop volunteering, skills, physical capacity, and outdoor leadership, with local and international trip opportunities.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The Ski Programme runs January through March, with weekly lessons delivered by qualified instructors. Skiing supports physical fitness, coordination, stamina, social and emotional wellbeing, and appreciation of the natural environment. The programme aligns with Andorra's obligatory requirements for schools.
Languages

Language Provision
The language of instruction at the British College of Andorra is English. Catalan, Spanish and French are taught to all students from Early Years until the end of Year 9; Catalan remains compulsory thereafter, while Spanish and French become optional to allow more time for English proficiency. The school provides English as an Additional Language (EAL) support with specialist, individualized instruction to help students access the curriculum.

Immersion Programs
English-language immersion is central to learning at BCA. The language of instruction is English. English immersion is highlighted in the Summer Camp as part of a learning experience.
Admissions

Admissions
IB World School status: The British College of Andorra is an IB World School and offers the IB Diploma Programme. Admissions are open year-round, subject to space in the requested year group. The first step is to enquire online or contact the admissions department. You can visit the school via an Open House event or a personal tour during the school week. Entry requirements include reports from previous schools and an interview with senior staff; admission is conditional on our terms and conditions. The school invites you to begin the application process, and tuition fees for 2025-2026 are published.
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