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Dragon American School

Spain, Madrid

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Spanish
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 0
Type Co-educational
Opened 2008
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum
Taught languages English, Spanish, French
Typical class size 0
Strengths Outdoor Education, Languages, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Lifestyle and Wellbeing, Social and Hobbies, Cultural and Language
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School, High School, Senior Secondary School
Introduction

Dragon American School is a bilingual American-style international school in Torrelodones, Madrid, serving ages 3 to 18. Established in 2008, it operates as a foreign center authorized by the Comunidad de Madrid. The school offers the American High School Diploma alongside the Spanish ESO Baccalaureate and supervises the homologation process to ensure dual credentials recognized by universities in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada and other countries. From middle school onward, it provides a broad North American curriculum with a Core Plan by default and a wide selection of subjects to complete the North American degree. The campus sits near the Sierra de Guadarrama Regional Park and emphasizes learning in nature, with eco-friendly, EMF-free classrooms and spaces designed to foster curiosity, collaboration and autonomy. Outdoor activities, ecological projects, and environmental education complement indoor learning; the school benefits from native teachers and a diverse, multinational community and a family-friendly culture.

C. Tampico, 9, 28250 El Gasco, Madrid, Spain

The Essentials

Dragon American School has instruction in English, Spanish.

Location
Dragon American School is located at C/ Tampico 9, Torrelodones, Madrid region, Spain. The campus sits in the Sierra de Guadarrama, a short distance from Madrid and is surrounded by nature. It is accessible by private and public transport.

Stages
Dragonfly (Early Childhood), Elementary School, Middle & High School

Type
American-style international school, fully bilingual with native teachers

Pupil Nationality Mix
70% Local community; 30% Foreign community

Country affiliation
Spain and the United States

Bus service
Bus routes for students from central Madrid and Pozuelo; the school is well connected by private and public transport.
Diving Deeper

Food Options
Menus are adapted to each educational stage and need, with vegan, gluten-free, and lactose-free options available. Meals use fresh, healthy and sustainable ingredients, with locally sourced products and no ultra-processed foods or added sugars. The program includes education in healthy eating habits through workshops.
Fees
Fees overview

Application fees
- The school does not publish a publicly available application or registration fee for the current academic year.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)
- The school does not publish detailed tuition amounts by year group or per-term/per-year schedules on its public admissions material. No definitive per-grade tuition figures are available in the school's public pages.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- There is no publicly posted detailed billing calendar (for example: term dates with invoice dates, deposit amounts, or installment plan schedules) on the school's published admissions or family pages. Annual billing, term billing, payment deadlines, and late-payment penalties are not provided in the publicly available materials.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- The school is described and presented as a day school campus in Torrelodones; no boarding program, dormitory service, or boarding fees are published.

Other costs and fees (uniforms, books, activities, transport, meals, extras)
- The school explicitly states that certain extracurriculars and advanced club programs (for example, the Wild Fitness Club and other extra‑curricular trips/activities) are charged separately and are not included in base fees. Specific per-activity prices are not published in the school's public pages.
- No public information on uniform costs, textbook charges, school supplies fees, bus/transport fees, or meal-plan prices is available.

Refund information
- There is no publicly posted refund policy for deposits, application fees, or tuition refunds in the school's publicly available admissions materials.

Fee payment options (credit card, bank transfer, direct debit, payment platforms)
- The school's public pages do not list accepted payment methods, installment plan mechanics, or banking details for tuition payment.

Practical note for parents
- Because the school's public materials do not publish numeric fees, billing schedules, payment methods, refund terms, or uniform/textbook charges, families should treat current-year fee details as not publicly available and expect to receive an official fee schedule directly from the school's admissions or finance office when applying or enrolling. The school's published contact details are: C/ Tampico 9, Torrelodones; phone 91 859 13 62; admissions@dragonamericanschool.com.

Brief summary of search findings
- Publicly posted descriptive materials for Dragon, the American School of Torrelodones, include admissions information and a statement that many extra-curricular activities are charged separately, but the site does not include a downloadable or visible fee schedule with application fees, per‑grade tuition, term or annual billing amounts, payment options, refund rules, or uniform/boarding prices for the current academic year.
Academics

Dragon American School teaches American Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The school offers the American High School Diploma alongside the Spanish High School Diploma (ESO). From Middle School onward, the program provides a broad American curriculum with a Core Plan by default. The school handles the homologation of the North American degree to the Spanish ESO, resulting in dual credentials: the American diploma and the Spanish diploma. The school is a foreign center authorized by the Comunidad de Madrid. From Middle School onward, students have access to a wide selection of subjects and courses that form the North American degree.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates pursue higher education in national and international universities. The school offers the American Diploma alongside the Spanish diploma and handles the homologation process, facilitating access to universities in the USA and in Spain. Students are encouraged to choose their own university path, which may be national or international depending on the institution.
Parent Experience

History
Dragon American School, the American School of Torrelodones, was established in 2008. It operates as a foreign center authorized by the Comunidad de Madrid and is located on C/ Tampico 9 in Torrelodones, Madrid, near the Sierra de Guadarrama in the Regional Park. It offers a double degree upon high school completion, with a High School diploma recognized by universities in the USA, the UK, Canada and other countries, and provides homologation to the Spanish Baccalaureate. The campus emphasizes a learning environment in nature, with eco-friendly spaces designed to integrate with the surrounding park.

Community
Dragón's community is a space where students, teachers and families grow together, sharing values, experiences and a common purpose: developing the potential of each student in a trusted learning environment. The community emphasizes active participation, teamwork and commitment to personal and academic growth. Its principles guarantee an inclusive, neutral and respectful environment where every student can develop freely. The community is culturally diverse, with families from more than 40 nationalities.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The Dragon campus is in the Sierra de Guadarrama and is surrounded by mountains and forests, offering a natural environment that fosters learning, well-being, and the students' development. Every space is designed to foster curiosity, collaboration, and autonomy, allowing exploration in a safe, innovative, and sustainable setting. The environment is healthy, with fresh air and open spaces that promote concentration. Outdoor activities, hiking, ecological projects and environmental education experiences complement indoor learning. Eco-friendly, EMF-free classrooms are open to nature and located near the Guadarrama Regional Park, with more than 250 days of sunshine supporting a balance between indoor and outdoor learning.

Sports Facilities
Multipurpose sports facilities include a multipurpose court, a gym, acrobatics areas, and three climbing walls, enabling a range of physical activities. The facilities support both indoor and outdoor practice for various disciplines.

Academic Facilities
The Dragon campus uses a modern infrastructure equipped with spaces designed for each educational stage, offering the tools appropriate for every level. The classrooms are spacious and well-equipped to support active participation. There are areas of creativity and artistic expression, including music, theater, and art rooms. Areas for collaborative study foster autonomy and teamwork. Eco-friendly classrooms are EMF-free, open to nature, and located next to the Guadarrama Regional Park.

Extra Curricular Facilities
WildFitness is within the school timetable for grades 1 to 12 and can be taken as a subject like any other; it is scheduled weekly by the teacher/coach. It is also offered as an extracurricular with classes outside standard hours, with opportunities for students to deepen knowledge or pursue competition with school support.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Dragon American School combines the best of the American system with its own methodology focused on personalization, innovation and comprehensive development. It offers a Double Degree with a High School diploma recognized by universities in the USA, the UK, Canada, France and many other countries. Equivalence to the Spanish Baccalaureate is approved by the Spanish Ministry of Education, Vocational Training and Sport. Learning is personalized, experiential, and connected to real life.

Cultural & Language
The cultural and linguistic diversity of our community enriches every learning experience, preparing students for a global and interconnected world. Our community includes families from over 40 nationalities, creating a global environment. The student body comprises 70% local and 30% foreign students, and 80% of teachers are native while 20% are local or bilingual.

Social & Hobbies
Dragon offers sports and wellness programs as part of student life, with a variety of options including Wild Fitness, Yoga, Aerial Silks, Climbing, Strength Training, Mountain Sports and Cycling. School life emphasizes coexistence and responsible technology, with a mobile phone free policy and a zero-bullying approach to well-being.

Community & Service
Community life goes beyond the classroom; the school and families grow together in a shared purpose to develop every student in a trusting environment. Our community includes families from over 40 nationalities, creating a global environment. One-on-one attention, committed educators and innovative methodologies support student development, and teachers receive ongoing training. The school also promotes volunteering and social action as part of its educational program.

Leadership & Professional
Staff provide one-on-one attention and use innovative methodologies to support each student. Teachers receive ongoing training to stay at the forefront of teaching. Our educational model has earned Excellence in Education and awards for educational innovation, recognizing academic excellence and international achievements.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Healthy nutrition is central to well-being, with menus tailored to each educational stage and needs, including vegan, gluten-free and lactose-free options, and locally sourced ingredients. Active life and sport are encouraged through a diverse program that includes Wild Fitness, Yoga, Aerial Silks, Climbing, Mountain Sports and Cycling. Coexistence and responsible technology are promoted, with governance principles and responsible technology use from secondary school onwards.
Languages

Language Provision
Languages taught include English and Spanish. English is lived, not learned, at Dragon American School. The school is bilingual with native English-speaking teachers.

Bilingual Teaching
The school is American and truly bilingual with native teachers. Around 75% of our teaching team are native English speakers.
Reputation

Awards
Our educational model is award-winning.
Admissions

Admissions
Kinder + Elementary admissions:
1. Begin by completing the inquiry form or scheduling a call with the admissions team. This initial contact helps understand your family's needs and how the program aligns with them. Admissions are open year-round for students from 3 years old up to grade 12. A member of the admissions team will guide you through the next steps to keep the process clear and tailored to you.
2. Application Review: After your application is submitted, the Admissions Team reviews the materials, and additional documents may be requested by email. The review assesses alignment with Dragon's educational model and program.
3. Enrollment Decision: Following the review, the Admissions Committee decides on enrollment. You will receive an email with instructions to complete enrollment. Acceptances are typically sent between February and June, and may be issued as late as August depending on availability.
4. Meeting with Admissions Team: The admissions team will contact you to arrange a meeting at the school. The meeting provides an opportunity to discuss program fit and to have questions answered. Enrollment steps can be finalized during this meeting if needed.
5. Completion of Application: Complete the enrollment documents and submit all required materials. The admissions team will finalize enrollment steps after submission. Applications for the following academic year open after September.

Middle & High School admissions:
1. Begin by completing the inquiry form or scheduling a call with the admissions team. This initial contact helps understand your family's needs and how the program aligns with them. Admissions are open year-round for students from 3 years old up to grade 12. A member of the admissions team will guide you through the next steps to keep the process clear and tailored to you.
2. Application Review: After your application is submitted, the Admissions Team reviews the materials, and additional documents may be requested by email. The review assesses alignment with Dragon's educational model and program. Students applying to Middle & High School will have an interview with the School Principal or Director of Studies.
3. Enrollment Decision: Following the review, the Admissions Committee decides on enrollment. You will receive an email with instructions to complete enrollment. Acceptances are typically sent between February and June, and may be issued as late as August depending on availability.
4. Meeting with Admissions Team: The admissions team will contact you to arrange a meeting at the school. The meeting provides an opportunity to discuss program fit and to have questions answered. Enrollment steps can be finalized during this meeting if needed.
5. Completion of Application: Complete the enrollment documents and submit all required materials. The admissions team will request two questionnaires—one for the family and one for the student—along with a copy of last year's reports. Applications for the following academic year open after September.
6. Student Interview: Students applying for Middle and High School will have an interview with the School Principal or the Director of Studies. The interview is part of the admissions process and helps assess fit for the program.
7. Completion of Questionnaires: Complete and submit two questionnaires—one for the family and one for the student—together with a copy of last year's reports. This step is required as part of the documentation for the admissions review.
8. Acceptances: Acceptances are issued between February and June, and may be issued as late as August depending on availability.

These steps reflect the year-round admissions timeline, the dedicated review by the Admissions Team and Committee, the requirement for family and student documentation, and the inclusion of an interview for Middle & High School applicants.
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