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Colegio Mestral

Spain, Ibiza

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The school at a glance
Instructs in Spanish, English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 800
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages German
Strengths STEM, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Colegio Mestral is a private secular school in Ibiza, Spain, serving students from age 3 to 18. The school follows the Spanish national curriculum while offering an American high school diploma through a Dual Diploma pathway, with instruction in Spanish and English. Students study Catalan and German and can obtain Cambridge ESOL and Goethe-Institut certifications. The campus provides dedicated spaces for arts, sciences, technology and robotics, plus a one-to-one iPad program used across most lessons. Laboratories for biology, chemistry and physics underpin hands-on science, while coding, 3D printing and drones build future-ready skills. Performing arts are central, with an auditorium, dance and drama studios, and opportunities in arts and crafts and public speaking. Located five minutes from Ibiza town, the campus benefits from experienced teachers, counsellors and global exchanges through Inspired Education, including university counselling. Co-curriculars include robotics, language exchanges and volunteering. A focus on future-ready skills underpins the curriculum.

d'Albarca, 18, Carrer d'Albarca, 14, 07800 Eivissa, Balearic Islands, Spain

The Essentials

Colegio Mestral has 800 pupils, instruction in Spanish, English.

Location
Ibiza, Balearic Islands, Spain. Address: Albarca, 14-18, 07800 Ibiza, Balearic Islands. The campus is on the island of Ibiza.

Stages
Nursery, Primary School, Secondary School, High School in Ibiza

Type
Private, secular school

Additional learning support
A guidance department provides psycho-pedagogical assessments and customised study plans. Tutoring supports pupils from Nursery to the Baccalaureate years. The school offers university and careers counselling and a school psychologist to support wellbeing.

Country affiliation
Spain

Religious affiliation
Secular

School day structure
Infant and Primary education: Monday–Friday 8:50–12:45 and 14:50–16:45. Secondary and first year of Bachillerato: Monday–Wednesday 8:00–14:55; Thursday–Friday 8:00–14:00. Second year of Bachillerato: Monday–Thursday 8:00–14:55; Friday 8:00–14:00.

Bus service
A school bus transport service is available with routes to multiple points around Ibiza. Routes include Sta Eulària Bus Station; Can Guasch; Can Nadal; Sa Torre; Can Marçà; Lava Park; Can Musson; Ca na Vica; Pedra Blava; Can Durban; Crossroads of San Juan; Can Beia; Can Vinyes; Can Castelló 1; Can Castelló 2; Ca na Negreta; Can Titi; Colegio Mestral (End of the route). The service is arranged in September on parental request; timetables and fees are available at the school reception; it is a same-route out-and-back service.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The uniform is mandatory from Nursery through the end of Secondary education; Baccalaureate students are exempt from wearing the uniform, except for sports, but are expected to dress smartly.

Food Options
Nursery and Primary have access to the dining hall and in-house kitchen service, with balanced meals cooked daily from fresh ingredients sourced locally; menus are prepared by a registered dietitian. Older students from Secondary onwards have a full cafeteria service in a separate building with healthy options and can order meals in advance.

Governance and Ownership
The school is part of Inspired Education, a global premium schools group; as an Inspired school, it benefits from global best practices and international opportunities.
Fees

Annual tuition at Colegio Mestral ranges from EUR 0 for 2026/27.

Application / Enrolment fee
- Enrolment (matrícula) is charged once per year. Amounts by stage:
- Infantil (P3, P4): €720.
- P5 and Primary: €735.
- Secondary (ESO): €755.
- Bachillerato: €765.

Tuition fees by year group (monthly instalment and annual total)
- Fees are billed as ten monthly instalments (September–June) plus a separate enrolment charge equivalent to one monthly instalment, so the effective annual cost equals 11× the listed monthly amount. Amounts by stage:
- Infantil (P3, P4): Monthly instalment €720; Annual total (10 months + enrolment) €7,920; Approx. per term (annual ÷ 3) €2,640.
- P5 and Primary: Monthly instalment €735; Annual total €8,085; Approx. per term €2,695.
- Secondary (ESO): Monthly instalment €755; Annual total €8,305; Approx. per term €2,768.33.
- Bachillerato: Monthly instalment €765; Annual total €8,415; Approx. per term €2,805.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Standard billing structure: one enrolment charge (matrícula) plus ten monthly instalments. The enrolment charge is collected in April for renewing students (and at formalisation for new enrolments); monthly instalments are collected from September through June. Parents pay full monthly instalments regardless of the exact enrolment date within the month.
- The standard collection method is SEPA bank direct debit in euros, with the bank debit processed on the 1st day of each month. Families may request alternative payment arrangements in writing to the financial director if SEPA debit is absolutely impossible. It is possible to pay the full year in advance by direct debit (payment must be made before 17 August) — this does not carry an automatic discount.
- The school may issue additional invoices for extracurricular activities, excursions and other term‑based items in October, January and April; locker rental and some programme fees are invoiced separately at specified times of the year. Receipts are issued for purchases of books and uniforms; families who pay by bank giro (direct debit) can arrange to have those sales charged by giro.

Boarding
- Boarding services are not provided; boarding fees are not applicable. (The school operates as a day school.)

Other costs and optional services
- Digital fee (where applicable from 6th Primary to 4th ESO): €60 per month (typical annual cost ≈ €600 for ten months).
- Dual Diploma (American) programme (applicable from 3rd year of ESO): €160 per month (typical annual cost ≈ €1,600 for ten months).
- Lunch service (applicable to pre‑school and primary): €16 per day or €242 per month.
- Custody (morning supervision 08:00–09:00, applicable to pre‑school and primary): €90 per month.
- Transport (Ibiza – Sta. Eulalia, applicable to Secondary and Bachillerato): €125 per month.
- Device and incidental charges: an administrative handling fee for damaged iPad incidents €45; accessory replacement charges (example: charger €25, cable €25, case €60). Additional extraordinary charges (annual programme fees, excursions, locker rental, extra‑curricular activities) are invoiced at specified times during the year.

Refunds and withdrawal
- The enrolment (matrícula) paid to reserve a place for the active course is not refundable if a pupil is withdrawn after the academic year has begun. Families who withdraw a pupil during the academic year must provide three months' written notice and remain financially liable for the tuition instalments during that three‑month notice period. The same rules apply if a pupil is expelled under disciplinary procedures.

Fee payment options and administration
- Standard payment method: SEPA bank direct debit in euros, processed on the 1st of each month. The account presented for direct debit must be in the SEPA zone and denominated in euros. Families who cannot use direct debit must submit a written request to the financial director explaining the reason.
- Book and uniform purchases take place in the school shop; families who pay school fees by direct debit may elect to pay books/uniforms by bank giro to streamline in‑person collection. Official invoices/receipts are issued for shop purchases. Extra charges for programmes, excursions and locker rental are invoiced separately.
Academics

Colegio Mestral teaches IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The school follows the Spanish national curriculum and offers an American high school diploma through the Dual Diploma programme. Education is bilingual in Spanish and English, and students study Catalan and German, with Cambridge ESOL and Goethe Institut language certifications available. Academic stages include Nursery (ages 3-5), Primary (ages 6-11), Secondary (ESO) (ages 12-15), National Baccalaureate (ages 16-18), and the Dual Diploma pathway. The school uses innovative methodologies and digital skills development and provides co-curricular activities, international exchanges, and technology integration. As part of Inspired Education, the school provides global exchanges and specialist university counselling.

Exam Results
PAU 2025 results show Highest University Admission Score in the Balearic Islands at 100%, and 100% of students took the PAU exams.

Higher Education Progression
More than 90% of graduates secure acceptance to their preferred universities, including ESADE, ICADE, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Pompeu Fabra, Universidad Carlos III, Universidad de Navarra, and Boston College.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
A Guidance Department collaborates with tutors and teachers to address students' educational needs throughout the academic year. The department conducts periodic psycho-pedagogical assessments to detect learning difficulties or identify particularly talented students. A customised study plan is developed to meet the specific needs of each student. The guidance team also helps tutors support students in choosing Baccalaureate subjects and future university degrees and aspiring careers in mind. Tutors receive ongoing support from the guidance department, with regular family contact and the use of ISAMS and the Mestral school app to deliver personalised attention and identify, assess, and prevent learning difficulties from day one.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Psycho-pedagogical assessments detect learning difficulties and identify particularly talented students. A customised study plan is developed to meet each student's specific needs. The guidance department works with tutors to provide personalised attention, helping identify, assess, and prevent learning difficulties from day one. Tutors maintain regular contact with families via email, phone, or meetings to support these needs. The school supports subject and course selection at Baccalaureate with the aim of aligning with each student's abilities and goals.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Multilingualism from ages 3 to 18 is offered. Education is bilingual in Spanish and English, with Catalan and German studied as part of the language program. Learners become fluent in four languages with native teachers. Learners can earn official certifications through Cambridge ESOL and Goethe Institut. The curriculum is taught in Spanish and English, opening opportunities across Spain and internationally.

Mental Wellbeing
Nursery and Primary have a dedicated guidance service that supports academic progress and personal well-being. Secondary and high school students have access to a school psychologist who oversees their overall well-being, guiding and assisting them as needed. Tutoring is central to learning, with tutors maintained through regular family contact and supported by the guidance department to identify and address learning needs. The guidance department also provides university and careers counselling to support students' personal development and future plans.
Parent Experience

History
Mestral is a secular, privately owned school in Ibiza. From day one, the school has sought to provide an excellent education to all students. It is part of Inspired Education, a global premium schools group educating over 85,000 students across 24 countries. The bilingual school follows an enriched Spanish curriculum from Nursery to High School, with classes taught in both Spanish and English. Students can obtain Cambridge ESOL and Goethe-Institut certifications; in Secondary and High School, learners can opt for a Spanish-American Dual Diploma.

Community
The Alumni Community keeps in touch with former students and shares successes and memories. They are frequently invited to come to the school to tell current students about their higher education and professional experiences. The Alumni Community includes graduates living in Ibiza, continental Spain, and around the world, and some alumni have chosen Mestral for their children's education. The Alumni Community highlights alumni achievements and stories to inspire current students.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Located in a quiet residential neighbourhood with a view of the mountains, five minutes from Ibiza city. Mestral serves students from Nursery to Baccalaureate years, ages 3 to 18. State-of-the-art facilities are adapted for each age group and support a wide range of activities across academics, sports, technology, and the arts. The campus includes specialist spaces and resources across arts, sciences, technology, and robotics, with expert teachers and counsellors guiding learners to develop future-ready skills and talents through the curriculum and extensive extracurricular options.

Sports Facilities
The school features a large, fully equipped multi-sports pavilion with climbing ropes and a climbing wall. There are two smaller outdoor fields for football and basketball, plus a large multi-sports field and ping-pong tables. A dedicated psychomotricity room supports younger children's development. Nursery and Primary pupils benefit from swimming lessons as part of Physical Education, using nearby municipal facilities. The campus also takes advantage of exceptional nearby municipal sports facilities to augment PE.

Academic Facilities
Mestral has a biology laboratory equipped with microscopes and a physics/chemistry laboratory for chemical experiments. These labs have been renovated and are fully equipped with new resources. Starting from primary school, students regularly use the labs to conduct science experiments. The school runs a one-to-one iPad programme, with most lessons using this tool to enhance learning. The ICT, technology, and robotics classrooms have been recently renovated, enabling students to code and explore tools such as robots, 3D printing, and drones, developing essential IT skills.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Performing arts play a key role in the curriculum. Learners use the school's auditorium for performances and presentations and take dance and drama lessons in purpose-built studios with mirrors. These studios support renowned dance and theatre techniques and free bodily expression. Students also refine Visual Arts and Technical Drawing skills and participate in Arts and Crafts workshops. A giant-sized chess board and a dedicated speech and debate room support creative thinking, and a circular Agora area in the playground is used for debates or outdoor classes.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Robotics with Lego is offered to Primary School students in Years 4, 5 and 6 as an extracurricular activity. Robotics is also available for Secondary School and Baccalaureate Years as an ESO-only extracurricular. This activity develops computational thinking and other cognitive skills using educational robots. In addition to curricular robotics lessons, students have the opportunity to participate in Robotics extracurriculars.

Arts & Creative
Arts & Crafts is exclusively taught in English for a full language immersion. Nursery and Primary children learn to express themselves through art, socialise with their peers and give free rein to their imagination to create their own artistic pieces.

Cultural & Language
UK Summer Programme offers students an English language immersion summer programme in the United Kingdom. German Exchange Programme pairs students with the Montessori Zentrum Angell in Freiburg, Germany; German visitors stay with host families on the island, and Cyourse students visit Freiburg. Spending a Term or a Full Academic Year Abroad is available through Astex and Inspired Education.

Social & Hobbies
Nursery and Primary School students can participate in Rollerskating (initiation and advanced), Volleyball, Surfskating, Taekwondo, and Arts & Crafts. Secondary School & Baccalaureate Years offer Robotics (ESO only) and Volleyball. Skating features two levels: initiate and advanced; Surfskating emulates surfing and improves balance and coordination.

Community & Service
Summer Volunteering Opportunities are available for the final year of Secondary School and for High School students, accompanied by a Mestral teacher. Community service and social responsibility are integral to Mestral's educational approach. Participants develop leadership, problem-solving and teamwork skills and receive an official certificate for the work carried out.

Leadership & Professional
Summer volunteering develops leadership, problem-solving and teamwork skills. Participants receive an official certificate for the work carried out. This experience is highly regarded in CVs for future opportunities.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The extracurricular program fosters discipline, endurance, healthy habits, leadership, teamwork and tolerance. Taekwondo strengthens muscles and cardiovascular endurance and develops coordination and balance. Rollerskating and Surfskating improve balance, coordination and motor skills. Skating offers two levels: initiation and advanced.
Languages

Language Provision
Languages taught include Spanish, English, Catalan and German. English is taught with Cambridge ESOL certifications from Primary through Baccalaureate, with five hours of English per week and progression through exams (YLE, KET, PET, FCE, CAE, C2 Proficiency). German is taught from age 3, with Goethe Institut certification options and on-campus exams. The school is an official examination centre for Cambridge ESOL and Goethe Institut exams.

Bilingual Teaching
The school follows a bilingual model with classes taught in Spanish and English. The Spanish curriculum is enriched with globally respected methodologies, and the school supports multilingual development beyond these two languages. Students achieve full proficiency in Spanish, English, Catalan and German. Students can obtain official language certifications in English (Cambridge ESOL) and German (Goethe Institut) on campus.

Immersion Programs
German is taught within the curriculum from age 3. There is an exchange programme with the Montessori Zentrum Angell in Freiburg, Germany for Secondary School students, providing language immersion experiences. The school has an exclusive collaboration with Goethe Institut to support German language certifications.
Reputation

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Admissions

Admissions
Applications are accepted throughout the academic year, but parents are advised to apply at least a year in advance of the desired start date to secure a place. The process begins by completing the Enquiry Form to begin the application. You will be invited for a personalised visit to explain the educational project, programmes, and enrichment opportunities, followed by a tour of the campus. Additional documents may be requested at this stage, such as the latest academic results and school reports. An interview with the admissions coordinator can be scheduled to obtain information about the payment process and required documents. If the application is successful, the school reception will contact you to finalise enrolment. The admissions team is available to answer questions and assist with the process.

Scholarships
Mestral offers two types of scholarships based on academic excellence and outstanding results for students who have completed ESO: Excellence Scholarships for Internal Students and Excellence & Social Scholarships for External Students. Internal Scholarships provide exemption from monthly school fees for the award year. Selection for internal scholarships is based on academic criteria, with the first-year baccalaureate scholarship using weighted ESO averages and the second-year scholarship using the first-year of the baccalaureate grades; the required average is above 9, with ties distributed equally. The deadline is July 5th of the previous academic year. External Scholarships (Social & Excellence) consider academic performance and socio-economic criteria; there are two awards each year, one in the first year of the Baccalaureate and one in the second year; recipients are exempt from monthly fees for the year in which the scholarship applies. Selection factors include ESO averages, socio-economic documentation, and a personal interview. Applications for external scholarships require a certificate of the applicant's average from the previous school and socio-economic documentation by July 5th of the same year; for the second-year scholarship, the student must remain at Mestral; the director may revoke the scholarship for significant academic decline or disciplinary issues. For more information, please submit an enquiry.
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