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Atlas American School of Malaga

Spain, Malaga

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees €500 - 16,350
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 500
Bus Service Yes
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP), IB (DP)
Taught languages Spanish, French
Typical class size 16
Strengths Sport, Languages, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Leadership and Professional, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Atlas American School of Malaga is a private international school in Estepona, Malaga, serving ages 3–18 with an American curriculum that also prepares students for Spanish and international university entrance. The program runs Preschool through High School and emphasizes inquiry, reflection and communication alongside content knowledge. English is the language of instruction, with Spanish and French language programs and EAL and Learning Support to assist diverse learners. The campus features a 7v7 soccer field, a fitness room, an elementary gym and two basketball courts. Students belong to the Home of the Sharks house system, fostering sport and recreational competition. Distinctive offerings include an Entrepreneurship Program for grades 10–12 with a shark-tank investor pitch, and authorization to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program. Atlas ASM provides university counseling, a dedicated SAT preparation course, and guidance for admission to universities worldwide. Atlas ASM is part of Mathema Education, collaborating with Aquinas American School.

atlas-asm.es

Selwo Hills, Calle Monda, Nº 2, 29680 Estepona, Málaga, Spain

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The Essentials

Atlas American School of Malaga has 500 pupils, typical class sizes of 16, instruction in English.

Location
Estepona, Málaga, Spain. Calle Monda Nº2, Selwo Hills, 29680 Estepona. Selwo Hills area; sits on a municipal plot awarded through an administrative concession. Phone +34 952 938 155; admissions@atlas-asm.es.

Stages
Preschool (K1–K3, ages 3–6); Elementary School (1st–6th); Middle School (7th–8th); High School (9th–12th).

Type
Private international school offering the American curriculum.

Additional learning support
Student Support Services including English as a Second Language and Spanish as a Second Language.

Country affiliation
United States

Bus service
School bus service available.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Atlas American School of Malaga ranges from EUR 500 to EUR 16,350 for 2026/27.

Application and enrollment fees

- Family Admission Fee: €2,000 (one-time, mandatory, non-refundable).
- Annual Registration Fee: €500 per student (mandatory, non-refundable; charged mid-year for returning students).
- Deposit: €1,000 per student (refundable once the student is correctly withdrawn or graduates and all financial obligations are settled).

Tuition fees (installments and annual totals)

- Preschool (K1 – K3)
- 1st Installment (Sept–Dec): €3,420
- 2nd Installment (Jan–Mar): €2,565
- 3rd Installment (Apr–Jun): €2,565
- Annual total: €8,550
- Upfront payment (4% discount): €8,208.

- Elementary School (Grades 1–6)
- 1st Installment (Sept–Dec): €4,520
- 2nd Installment (Jan–Mar): €3,390
- 3rd Installment (Apr–Jun): €3,390
- Annual total: €11,300
- Upfront payment (4% discount): €10,848.

- Middle School (Grades 7–8)
- 1st Installment (Sept–Dec): €5,080
- 2nd Installment (Jan–Mar): €3,810
- 3rd Installment (Apr–Jun): €3,810
- Annual total: €12,700
- Upfront payment (4% discount): €12,192.

- High School (Grades 9–11)
- 1st Installment (Sept–Dec): €5,940
- 2nd Installment (Jan–Mar): €4,455
- 3rd Installment (Apr–Jun): €4,455
- Annual total: €14,850
- Upfront payment (4% discount): €14,256.

- American High School Diploma (AHSD, Grade 12)
- 1st Installment (Sept–Dec): €7,425
- 2nd Installment (Jan–Apr): €7,425
- Annual total: €14,850
- Upfront payment (4% discount): €14,256.

- IB Programme
- IB Year 1 (Grade 11)
- 1st Installment (Sept–Dec): €6,540
- 2nd Installment (Jan–Mar): €4,905
- 3rd Installment (Apr–Jun): €4,905
- Annual total: €16,350
- Upfront payment (4% discount): €15,696.
- IB Year 2 (Grade 12)
- 1st Installment (Sept–Dec): €8,175
- 2nd Installment (Jan–Apr): €8,175
- Annual total: €16,350
- Upfront payment (4% discount): €15,696.

Family discounts on tuition

- 3rd child enrolled: 25% discount on tuition.
- 4th child and additional children: 60% discount on tuition.
- Discounts do not apply to corporate payments and are subject to review.

What tuition fees include

- Textbooks and basic school supplies for K1–G10, online licenses (where applicable), college counseling, transcripts, day field trips, laboratory supplies, and IB examinations (first sitting only).
- Annual tuition insurance policy that covers continuity of studies in the event of the death of a parent/legal guardian (covers tuition only; does not cover lunch, bus service, registration fees, or other services).

Fees and items not included (additional costs)

- School uniform (not included).
- Textbooks and online licenses for IB or Grades 11 and 12 (not included).
- EAL (English as an Additional Language) or SAL (Spanish as an Additional Language) support: may incur an additional supplement of up to €300 per month if required. Enrollment in these programs is determined by the school.
- IB certificates for American High School Diploma students: €600 per subject (one-time payment in Grade 12).
- Fees for official-document recognition (Spanish diplomas, UNED registration) and AP exam costs: charged at cost.
- After-school activities, extracurricular activities, and residential trips: separate costs and are billed separately (activities are paid on a semester basis). Students with outstanding payments will not be permitted to participate in school trips.

Annual service fees (examples and installment breakdowns)

- Bus service — One way:
- Installments: €660 (1st), €495 (2nd), €495 (3rd). (G12: €660, €660 — two-installment structure where shown.)
- Bus service — Round trip:
- Installments: €800 (1st), €600 (2nd), €600 (3rd). (G12: €800, €800 — two-installment structure where shown.)
- Lunch:
- K1–G11: €580 (1st), €435 (2nd), €435 (3rd).
- G12: €580, €580 (two-installment structure shown).
- A daily menu is provided for Kindergarten through Grade 8; in Grades 9–12 lunch is optional and high-school cafeteria purchases are billed monthly on a high-school lunch card.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Payment schedule for K1–G11:
- 1st Installment due by September 1.
- 2nd Installment due by December 1.
- 3rd Installment due by March 1.
- Payment schedule for Grade 12 (where two installments apply):
- 1st Installment due by September 1.
- 2nd Installment due by December 1.
- The Annual Registration Fee is charged in March for the following school year.
- Upfront payment discount: a 4% discount is applied to annual tuition paid upfront if received by June 30, 2026; the discount does not apply to lunch or transportation fees. Payments for upfront discount arrangements are handled through the school's Finance office (finance@atlas-asm.es).
- Payment conditions and penalties:
- Cash payments are not accepted.
- All wire transfers must be received in a net amount; parents are liable for any bank charges.
- A European bank account within the SEPA circuit is mandatory for direct-debit payments (tuition, lunch, etc.).
- A €20 administrative penalty applies for bounced payments.
- A €20 penalty applies to payments received after the specified due dates, plus an additional €20 per month for each month of delay.
- Persistent late payment may result in interruption of schooling and the school reserves the right to cancel enrollment if non-payment persists.

Withdrawal and refund policy

- To withdraw a student, families must contact the Admissions Department (admissions@atlas-asm.es).
- If a student withdraws during an installment period, no refund will be issued for the current installment.
- Written notice must be provided at least one month prior to the next scheduled payment to avoid being charged for the subsequent installment.
- The Deposit (€1,000 per student) is refundable once the student is correctly withdrawn or graduates and all financial obligations have been met. The Family Admission Fee and the Annual Registration Fee are non-refundable.

Boarding

- No boarding fees are listed; boarding is not indicated in the school's tuition and fees schedule.

Fee payment options

- Accepted mechanisms and requirements:
- Wire transfer / bank transfer (payments must be received net).
- SEPA direct-debit from a European bank account (mandatory for direct debit arrangements).
- Cash payments are not accepted.
- Credit-card payment is not specified in the fees schedule; parents should use bank transfer/SEPA or contact Finance for specific payment arrangements.
Academics

Atlas American School of Malaga teaches American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP), IB (DP) for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Atlas American School of Malaga follows the American academic curriculum and prepares students for university entrance in Spain or elsewhere. The program emphasizes both content knowledge and the development of skills, training students through reflection, inquiry, and communication. The curriculum provides access to Spanish and international universities. It is organized into four stages: Preschool (K1–K3, ages 3–6), Elementary School (1st–6th), Middle School (7th–8th), and High School (9th–12th). The school emphasizes collaborative inquiry and personalized learning to foster logical thinking, reading comprehension, public speaking, and other core competencies.

Higher Education Progression
Atlas American School of Malaga emphasizes university readiness and provides pathways to universities in Spain and abroad. Graduates have access to higher education institutions in both Spain and international locations. The program supports development of analytical, discourse, and communication skills to strengthen college applications. Graduates pursue higher education at universities around the world.
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Admissions

Admissions
Schedule a school tour to learn more about Atlas ASM. Complete the Online Application at atlas-asm.openapply.com/apply. After reviewing the student's academic history, an interview and placement test will be scheduled to assess academic capabilities. Final admission decisions are communicated by a formal admissions letter; admitted families receive a service provision agreement to sign by the indicated date and a bank deposit is required to finalize enrollment. Notification of admission: Upon notice of admission, you have 15 calendar days to confirm in writing your intention to enroll using the form included in the Notification of Admission; if not confirmed, the space is relinquished. Documents requested: school transcripts for the previous two years and the current year; applicant information; ID/passport copies; one letter of recommendation issued and sent from the admissions platform to the designated teacher, principal, or advisor. Non-native English speakers applying for grades 9–12 must provide results from the Duolingo English Test (DET) with a score of 120 or higher; the DET is computer-based and requires Google Chrome, a self-facing camera, and a microphone; results are available within 48 hours. Instructions to share DET scores appear at englishtest.duolingo.com/sharing. The admission process is conditional on the receipt of final grades for the current academic year. All G7–G11 students studying abroad must bring all original documents certified by the country of origin and with the Hague Apostille.
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