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Alameda International School

Spain, Madrid

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, French, Spanish
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1774
Type Co-educational
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP)
Taught languages English, French, Spanish, Mandarin
Typical class size 21
Strengths Sport, Languages, STEM
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Alameda International School is a private secular international school in Madrid, Spain, offering the International Baccalaureate continuum from early childhood through secondary and vocational programs. The school teaches children aged 2 to 18 across Infantil, Primaria, ESO, Bachillerato, and FP, with IB programs at PYP, MYP, and DP levels. It emphasizes multilingual teaching, creative inquiry, and talent development within an environment of trust and respect. The campus covers over 30,000 square meters and is organized into five independent buildings with green spaces, two indoor pools, a sports complex, and ecological gardens to support experiential learning. Alameda is part of Grupo Educativo 3A, alongside Arcángel International School and Colegio Ábaco. Beyond academics, it offers a broad after school program, including music, languages, robotics and coding, and a wide range of clubs spanning arts, language, and community service. The school prioritizes social emotional well being and close student guidance for students globally.

P.º de la Alameda de Osuna, 60, Barajas, 28042 Madrid, Spain

The Essentials

Alameda International School has 1,774 pupils, typical class sizes of 21, instruction in English, French, Spanish.

Location
Alameda International School is located at Paseo Alameda de Osuna 60, 28042 Madrid, Spain. It is in the Alameda de Osuna area of Madrid. The school can be reached at +34 91 742 70 11 or by email at colegio@colegio-alameda.com.

Stages
Infantil (PEP); Primaria (PEP); ESO (PAI); Bachillerato (PD); FP

Type
Private international school offering the International Baccalaureate Continuum

Country affiliation
Spain

School day structure
Extended day options are offered. Morning extended hours run from 7:30 to 9:00 (breakfast optional). Afternoon extended hours are from 17:00 to 18:30 for Infants and for Primary, with study time supervised.

Bus service
School transport routes cover various points in Madrid, with entries at around 9:00 and exits at around 17:00; a qualified monitor accompanies all students for safety. Routes include Hortaleza – Cárcavas Valdebebas – Valdebebas, Las Rosas – Las Mercedes, Paracuellos del Jarama y Coslada, Cárcavas – Valdebebas, Paracuellos – Barajas, and Cañaveral stops.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The Alameda International School students wear a daily uniform from Early Education through Secondary, as well as a sports uniform. All uniform garments (except footwear and socks) are purchased at the school.

Food Options
The school has its own kitchen and team to offer a wide variety of menus adapted to diverse needs (intolerances, allergies, and other special diets). Menus are designed by the nutrition and kitchen team and prepared daily with fresh, locally sourced products. Nutritious and varied menus prioritize seasonal ingredients and local suppliers, ensuring quality and freshness. Menu options include the dining menu, Infant Menu, Dinner Suggestions, and an Interactive Menu.

Governance and Ownership
Leadership is provided by a corporate leadership team. The leadership guides a coherent, innovative and humane education with a global and close approach, guiding every stage of learning with purpose and vocation. The corporate leadership includes César Prieto (Director), Yeray Guerra (Director ESO and Bachillerato), Belén García (Directora Educación Primaria), Laura Rivas (Directora Educación Infantil), Marta Herrero (Directora de Idiomas e Internacionalización), Javier González (Director Formación Profesional), Ana Laura Iglesias (Directora EMA), Rubén Aranda (Director Club Deportivo), and Esther Herranz (Directora de Bienestar).
Fees

Annual tuition at Alameda International School ranges from EUR 0 for 2026/27.

Application fees
- No public figure for a registration, application, reservation or enrollment fee for new or returning pupils is published in the school's public admissions or economic-regime material.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- There is no publicly posted schedule showing tuition amounts by year group, term or academic year for Infantil, Primaria, ESO or Bachillerato. No per-term or per-year tuition table was located in the school's admissions or economic-regime sections.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- No published billing schedule (for example: number of instalments, due dates, or early‑payment discounts), nor standard payment terms (deadlines, late fees, or automatic debit policies) were found in the school's public materials. The site references a “Régimen Económico” but a detailed fee schedule and payment timetable are not publicly available there.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- The school's public information indicates the campus has the capacity for on‑site rooms (a possible boarding provision is mentioned), but no boarding‑specific fees, monthly room rates, nightly rates, or board‑and‑lodging tariffs are published.

Other costs and typical extras (uniform, meals, transport, activities)
- Services listed publicly include school meals (comedor), school transport (ruta), extended hours (horario ampliado) and uniform requirements, but no public pricing is given for uniforms, daily/term meal plans, transport routes or extra‑curricular activities. No specific amounts for materials, books, exam or Cambridge/IB fees were posted in the available public pages.

Refund information
- No public refund policy, reimbursement schedule for cancelled enrolments, or terms for returning deposits/matriculation fees was found in the school's publicly accessible admissions or economic information.

Fee payment options (credit card / bank transfer / other)
- No specific, published list of accepted payment methods (for example: credit card, bank transfer, direct debit, cash) or online payment portal details was found on the school's public admissions or economic information pages. Contact channels are provided publicly for enquiries but payment method details are not published.

Summary of search outcome
- A search of the school's public admissions and community material located links and references to an economic‑regime document and to services (comedor, ruta, uniformidad, horario ampliado), but no downloadable or displayed fee schedule for the current academic year with concrete amounts, billing schedules, payment terms, boarding rates, uniform costs, refund rules or accepted payment methods was found. Because no definitive fee figures or policy texts are publicly posted in the material reviewed, the specific monetary values and formal refund/payment conditions cannot be given here.
Academics

Alameda International School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
The school has provided a holistic education for 60 years that combines multilingual teaching, creativity, inquiry, and talent. It promotes sport and healthy habits, reinforces emotional education and close guidance, and offers the International Baccalaureate continuum in an environment of trust and respect that inspires every student. The school serves Infantil (early childhood), Primaria (primary), ESO (secondary), Bachillerato (high school), and FP (vocational training).
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
From early childhood through to Bachillerato, prevention and emotional support are fundamental pillars. Our Tutorial Action Plan and individualized follow-up ensure that every student feels understood and supported. The Orientation Department offers a wide range of innovative programs, from workshops on emotional regulation and social skills to targeted support for students with high abilities or special educational needs. Initiatives such as Student Helpers, the Friendship Bank, and our award-winning Alameda Convive program are examples of how we foster a positive school climate based on respect, empathy and the prevention of bullying. We provide spaces for meeting and learning to strengthen the bond between families and the school.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The Orientation Department offers specialized support for students with high abilities or special educational needs.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Multilingual education in English, French, and Spanish. Our teachers are either native or bilingual in English or French. Students start learning English and French at 2 years old, with instruction in these languages accounting for half of the school day. English is used as a vehicular language to teach other subjects: Creativity (Arts & Crafts and Music), Physical Education and Robotics and Programming. The school offers the Dual Baccalaureate program with Academica International Studies, which enables students to study both American and Spanish high school and provides the option to study at universities in the United States.

Mental Wellbeing
From early childhood through to Bachillerato, prevention and emotional support are core priorities. The Tutorial Action Plan and individualized follow-up help ensure students feel understood and supported. The Orientation Department offers a broad range of programs, from workshops on emotional management and social skills to targeted support for students with high abilities or special educational needs. Initiatives such as Student Helpers, the Friendship Bank, and Alameda Convive contribute to a positive school climate founded on respect, empathy and the prevention of bullying. We provide spaces for gathering and learning to strengthen the bond between families and the school.

Safeguarding
From Infantil to Bachillerato, prevention and emotional support are pillars. The school runs a Tutorial Action Plan and an Orientation Department offering programs including emotional management, social skills, and support for high-ability or special educational needs. Initiatives such as Student Helpers, the Friendship Bank, and Alameda Convive contribute to a safe school climate grounded in respect and empathy and the prevention of bullying. We provide spaces for meeting and learning to strengthen the link between families and the school. A complaints channel is available for reporting concerns.
Parent Experience

History
Alameda International School is a private, secular school in Madrid that has educated future generations for 60 years. It offers a holistic education that combines multilingual instruction, creativity, inquiry and talent. It provides education across all levels from age 2 through the second year of National and International Baccalaureate and Vocational Training with the TSEAS and TAFAD programs. As an IB school, it aims to develop students with character who think critically, communicate effectively, keep an open mind, and act ethically, able to apply learning to real-life, complex situations. Alameda International School, Arcángel International School and Colegio Ábaco form Grupo Educativo 3A, a family group with more than 60 years of educational experience that emphasizes innovation and projects around languages, technology, sport and health, creativity and environmental respect.

Community
Alameda International School is private and secular and offers all levels from age 2 through the second year of National and International Baccalaureate and Vocational Training with the TSEAS and TAFAD cycles. The school is an IB Continuum institution that fosters values such as critical thinking, effective communication, open-mindedness and commitment to learning. Alameda International School, Arcángel International School and Colegio Ábaco form Grupo Educativo 3A, a family group with over 60 years of educational experience that emphasizes languages, technology, sport and health, creativity and environmental respect. The school also forms alliances with national and international partners, providing access to programs, resources and activities that strengthen academic, cultural and sporting development, broadening horizons and preparing students for a global future.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
More than 30,000 m² are dedicated to learning, with green spaces, indoor and outdoor sports spaces, classrooms, and multipurpose rooms equipped to support learning. The school is organized into five independent buildings, each with spaces adapted to the needs of each educational stage. The youngest children have their own safe, playful courtyards, and Primary and Secondary students have two large courtyards for their enjoyment. For sports, more than 10,000 m² provide a sports complex, hockey pitches, padel courts, football pitches, basketball courts, judo areas, dance spaces, minibasket, and two indoor pools. There is an ecological garden and broad green areas available for exploration.

Sports Facilities
More than 10,000 m² of sports facilities include a multi-sport complex, hockey pitches, padel courts, football pitches, basketball courts, and spaces for judo and dance, plus minibasket. There are two indoor swimming pools. The facilities support a wide range of physical education activities across Primary and Secondary levels. Outdoor spaces complement indoor facilities to enable year-round sports participation.

Academic Facilities
Classrooms and multipurpose rooms are equipped to support learning. The school is organized into five independent buildings, each tailored to the needs of its educational stage. There are ecological garden spaces that support experiential learning in science and environmental studies. The learning spaces are designed to encourage independent inquiry, collaboration, and hands-on exploration.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The school offers a wide range of after-school activities for all ages, including Languages, Music School, and a Sports Club. It is open to the entire school community and external students. Programming, 3D Design and Robotics are offered using tools such as CodeSpark, Scratch, Blockly and Code.org. Robotics materials include Tale-Bot, Matatalab, LEGO Coding Express, LEGO Education WeDo and Spike. From 3rd grade, students may use their own devices for projects. After-school language options include German (Kinderwelt), Mandarin Chinese, and French immersion activities, with English-language offerings such as Kids Club and Drama and Performing Arts; other activities include Chess, Crochet, Oratory Club, ImaginArte, painting and crafts.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Alameda International School has educated future generations for 60 years with a holistic education that combines multilingual teaching, creativity, inquiry, and talent. It promotes sport and healthy habits, strengthens social-emotional education, and provides close student support. The school offers the International Baccalaureate continuum, guiding a rigorous and internationally recognized program. The environment is built on trust and respect that inspires every student.

Arts & Creative
Music education is provided through EMA Escuela de Música. Alameda International School offers extracurricular activities beyond the classroom. Creative expression is encouraged as part of a well-rounded education, supported by partnerships and student initiatives. The school values opportunities for students to explore arts and creative projects as part of personal development.

Cultural & Language
Multilingual teaching is a core feature of Alameda International School. The IB program emphasizes languages and cultures and fosters understanding within a global context. The IB learner profile defines ten attributes our students develop as they progress. The IB continuum serves students from ages 3 to 19, with programs designed to connect languages, cultures, and ideas in meaningful ways.

Social & Hobbies
Alameda International School promotes sport and healthy habits and supports students' social development. Extracurricular activities are offered to complement the academic program. The school emphasizes a caring, collaborative community where students explore interests beyond the classroom. Students have opportunities to engage in group projects, clubs, and recreational activities.

Community & Service
National and international alliances enrich the Alameda community. These collaborations provide access to programs, resources, and activities that strengthen students' academic, cultural, and athletic development. They create unique opportunities that broaden horizons and prepare students for a global future.

Leadership & Professional
We form independent and engaged students capable of facing the challenges of the future with confidence. Our educational approach is based on solid values, creativity, and a practical emphasis that promotes autonomous learning and personal development. These principles cultivate leadership and professional skills as students engage with real-world projects.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Alameda International School promotes sport and healthy habits and supports students' social and emotional well-being. It provides close guidance and a nurturing environment to help students manage school life. Well-being is fostered through social-emotional education and an emphasis on balance. Healthy routines and wellness practices are encouraged as part of daily life at school.
Languages

Language Provision
English and French are the languages used in instruction, with immersion starting in Infantal (PEP). Multilingualism is a daily feature across Alameda International School. The IB framework emphasizes understanding languages and cultures as part of its learning goals, with programs for ages 3–19.

Bilingual Teaching
Infantil (PEP) offers bilingual immersion in English and French for 2-year-olds. Multilingualism is a fundamental part of daily learning. Alameda International School provides the International Baccalaureate continuum, integrating IB programs across levels.

Immersion Programs
Infantil (PEP) features an English-French bilingual immersion for 2-year-olds. Multilingualism is a daily practice. The school offers the Primary Years Programme as part of the IB continuum, which serves students aged 3 to 19.
Reputation

Awards
27 Special Mentions

Accreditations
Alameda International School is an IB World School authorized to offer the Diploma Programme (DP), the Primary Years Programme (PYP/PEP), and the Middle Years Programme (MYP/PAI). Alameda de Osuna College has acquired the status of an authorized IB World School to impart the PEP and is an IB World School.
Admissions

Admissions
The school invites prospective families to join the Alameda International School community and accompanies each student on their path to academic and personal success. The school forms independent and engaged students capable of facing the future with confidence. The educational approach is based on solid values, creativity, and a practical focus that promotes autonomous learning and personal development. César Prieto Castro is the Director of Alameda International School.
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