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El Limonar International School Murcia - Buenavista Campus

Spain, Alicante

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Spanish
Fees €7,350 - 9,990
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 880
Type Co-educational
Opened 1990
Bus Service Yes
Part of
El Limonar International School
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages Spanish, German, French, Mandarin
Typical class size 18
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

El Limonar International School Murcia provides an education based on the National Curriculum for England and Wales, integrated with Spanish Ministry of Education requirements. This dual-curriculum model allows students to graduate with British IGCSEs and A-Levels, alongside the Spanish Graduate in Compulsory Secondary Education and Baccalaureate certificates. A standout feature is the immersive multilingual program; students take classes in English and Spanish, and study French, German, or Chinese, achieving certified proficiency in three languages by graduation. The school operates across two sites, including the 63,000-square-meter Buenavista Campus for younger students, which features an open-air amphitheater, a swimming pool, and science laboratories. The Galileo Middle School area specifically supports Year 7 and 8 students in their transition to secondary education. Students can also participate in the ELIS El Valle Trail race and community service initiatives with Cáritas, reflecting the school's active role in the Murcia region.

This campus is part of El Limonar International School

Colonia Buenavista, s/n, 30120 El Palmar, Murcia, Spain

The Essentials

El Limonar International School Murcia - Buenavista Campus has 880 pupils, typical class sizes of 18, instruction in English, Spanish.

Location
ELIS Murcia operates across two campuses in Murcia, Spain: Buenavista Campus for Early Years and Primary, and Montevida Campus for Secondary and Sixth Form. Buenavista spans 63,000 square metres and includes IT suites, science laboratories, art rooms, drama and music studios, plus an open-air amphitheatre, tennis and paddle courts, a swimming pool, and extensive sports pitches. Montevida spans 15,000 square metres and offers specialist facilities for athletics, theatre studies, art and design, music, sciences and investigation; the Montevida campus is located in Montevida, La Alberca, Murcia. The campuses are designed to provide a modern, environmentally mindful learning environment across a complete curriculum.

Stages
Infant to Baccalaureate: Early Years 3–5; Primary 5–11; Secondary 11–16; Sixth Form 16–18.

Type
British international private school

Additional learning support
Learning Support is provided with regular progress monitoring and timely intervention by a dedicated student support team, including scaffolding learning, extending and challenging where appropriate, to support individual needs. Safeguarding, wellbeing and personal development are integral parts of the support framework.

Country affiliation
British international school using the UK National Curriculum (England and Wales) in its curriculum mix.

Bus service
A reliable school transport service with professional drivers and monitors operates to bring students safely to and from school. Bus routes cover Murcia City areas (e.g., Murcia Gran Vía, Infante, Mariano Rojas, Ladera/Biblioteca, Beniaján, El Portón/Los Jerónimos, and residential developments) and areas in the province (Cartagena, La Manga, Coast, Mazarrón, Fuente Álamo).
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Independent day school

Food Options
On-site catering and dining facilities are available

Governance and Ownership
Owned and operated by Cognita; led by an Executive Principal
Fees

Annual tuition at El Limonar International School Murcia - Buenavista Campus ranges from EUR 7,350 to EUR 9,990 for 2026/27.

Registration / Application fee
- One-time registration (enrolment) fee: EUR 1,500. This fee secures the offered place and is not refundable.

Tuition fees (monthly, annual and per term by year group — academic year 2025–2026)
- Early Years (Nursery / Reception, ages 3–5):
- Monthly fee: EUR 735.
- Annual fee (monthly × 10 months, September–June): EUR 7,350.
- Per term (annual ÷ 3): EUR 2,450.00.

- Primary Years 1–2 (ages 5–7):
- Monthly fee: EUR 830.
- Annual fee: EUR 8,300.
- Per term: EUR 2,766.67.

- Primary Years 3–6 (ages 7–11):
- Monthly fee: EUR 905.
- Annual fee: EUR 9,050.
- Per term: EUR 3,016.67.

- Secondary Years 7–11 (ages 11–16):
- Monthly fee: EUR 985.
- Annual fee: EUR 9,850.
- Per term: EUR 3,283.33.

- Sixth Form Years 12–13 (ages 16–18):
- Monthly fee: EUR 999.
- Annual fee: EUR 9,990.
- Per term: EUR 3,330.00.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Fees are stated as monthly amounts and are charged on the school year pattern (September–June). The monthly figures above are the basis for billing across that period; the annual amounts above are calculated as the monthly figure × 10 (September–June), and per-term amounts are the annual amount divided by three. The school offers an annual-payment option: if both tuition and lunch are paid in a single annual payment in September (or prior to September) a 2% early-payment discount applies (discount applies only to tuition). There is an option called “Exams Fees in Advance” in which exam fees can be paid during October–March and held for subsequent exam billing.

Boarding fees
- The school operates as a day school; no boarding fees are listed or applicable.

Compulsory and additional costs
- Registration fee: EUR 1,500 one-time (non-refundable).
- School lunches (compulsory up to and including Year 11): EUR 165 to EUR 185 per month (varies by age/section; billed September–June). Annual range: EUR 1,650 to EUR 1,850; per term range: EUR 550.00 to EUR 616.67.
- Transport (school bus): EUR 180 to EUR 205 per month depending on route. Bus transport is free for the third and subsequent child in a family. Annual range: EUR 1,800 to EUR 2,050; per term range: EUR 600.00 to EUR 683.33.
- Examination fees: Additional charges apply for international and subject exam entries (ESOL, German, French language exams; IGCSE in Year 11; AS/A-Level in Years 11–13). Some optional courses may require field trips or investigation trips at extra cost. The school offers an option to pay exam fees in advance (October–March).
- Textbooks and digital subscriptions: Textbook lists are published at the end of the third term. All textbooks and digital subscriptions are reserved through the school office; digital subscriptions are billed directly by the school. Expect separate charges for physical textbooks or digital licences.
- School uniform: Uniform is compulsory up to the end of Year 11. Uniform is not sold by the school; it is available at El Corte Inglés (Cartagena and Murcia). Budget for uniform purchase and replacement when planning costs.

Discounts and sibling allowances
- Sibling discount on tuition only: 10% for the second child, 20% for the third child, and 40% for the fourth child onward (applies to tuition). A 2% early-payment discount on tuition applies if tuition and lunch are paid annually in September (or prior).

Refund information
- The registration (enrolment) fee of EUR 1,500 is expressly non-refundable. Other refund or chargeback arrangements for tuition, lunches, trips, exams or services are governed by the school's admissions and billing policies and are handled by the school's Accounts/Admissions office at point of contract/agreement.

Fee payment arrangements and options
- Billing structure: monthly billing across the school year (September–June) or a single annual payment in September (discounted). The school also operates an Exams Fees in Advance window (October–March) for exam-related charges. Specific payment methods (for example: bank transfer, direct debit or credit/debit card) and any transaction surcharges are arranged through the school's Admissions / Accounts team at enrolment and on invoicing. Use the school's Admissions / Accounts contact to obtain the invoice details and authorised payment channels.
Academics

El Limonar International School Murcia - Buenavista Campus teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The taught curriculum broadly follows and at times goes beyond the Spanish and English Curriculums for KS1–KS5. It is formally assessed at KS4 by IGCSEs and at KS5 by (I)A levels, with exam boards detailed in Curriculum Guides. GL summative assessments in English and Mathematics are taken at the end of years 2–9. CAT4 assessments are taken in Years 4, 7, 10 and 12, and may be used for new entrants. Time for each subject is explained at the start of the year in parents' meetings and shown on timetables. The curriculum includes the Spanish compulsory elements as required by the Spanish Ministry of Education and local authorities, and promotes British values, lifelong learning, independent thinking, resilience and self-confidence across school life.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Wellbeing sits at the root of everything we do. Caring, compassionate staff uphold high expectations and foster positive relationships to keep students motivated, engaged and successful. Personal development is nurtured through care- and trust-based relationships, promoting social development and positive attitudes. Emotional wellbeing and mental health are central to academic success, with a focus on developing skills to cope with the inevitable challenges students will encounter. The safeguarding framework provides a safe learning environment and empowers students to voice concerns and seek support when needed.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Each child's progress is monitored, measured, and evaluated regularly. The student support team intervenes in a timely manner when a student requires additional support, using scaffolding or challenging approaches to boost learning, and building on the student's strengths to enhance their learning experience.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
ELIS Murcia offers immersive multilingual education; by graduation, students attain proficiency in three languages. English language development is emphasised from an early age, opening doors to prestigious international universities. The curriculum blends English and Spanish education and includes a third language, supported by pastoral mentoring.

Mental Wellbeing
Emotional wellbeing and mental health are connected to academic success. We aim to help all students develop skills to deal confidently with the challenges they will encounter during their journey through school and beyond.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is a duty of care to protect students' health, wellbeing and human rights. We provide a safe learning environment and equip children with the tools to protect themselves, support each other, share concerns and feel confident to voice their opinions.
Parent Experience

History
El Limonar International School Murcia was established in 1990 to offer a British international curriculum for students aged 3–18, aligned with the National Curriculum for England and Wales. The school integrates elements of the Spanish and British curricula, resulting in graduates who obtain British IGCSEs and Spanish qualifications, including the Spanish Graduado en Educación Secundaria Obligatoria, the Spanish Baccalaureate, and English A-Levels. There are two campuses: Buenavista Campus (63,000 m2) for Early Years and Primary, and Montevida Campus (15,000 m2) for Secondary and Sixth Form, with facilities such as IT suites, science laboratories, art rooms, drama and music studios, and extensive sports facilities. The Executive Principal is Vanessa Grimward, MEd, recognised as a European Regional Winner in 2023 by Pearson International School Leader of the Year. ELIS Murcia is part of the Cognita family of schools.

Community
ELIS Murcia fosters a vibrant, inclusive community of parents, teachers and students. Family Clubs host English-language workshops on Saturday mornings for families with children 2–11, led by teaching and administration staff, with events such as Halloween, Christmas, St Valentine's Day and Easter/El Valle Trail. The School for Parents runs practical workshops from 3:15 to 4:15 pm during the year on topics like developing reading and writing at home and making maths engaging, open to all parents. ELIS Alumni connects graduates through the ELIS Alumni programme and celebrates alumni achievements with an annual Alumni of the Year award.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
ELIS Murcia engages parents through structured programs that foster involvement in school life. Family Clubs host English-language Saturday workshops for families, open to everyone and led by teaching and administration staff, with events including Halloween, Christmas, St Valentine's Day and Easter/El Valle Trail. The School for Parents runs practical, 3:15–4:15 pm workshops during the year on topics such as developing reading and writing at home and fun mathematics, with attendance open to all parents. ELIS Alumni maintains contact with graduates through the ELIS Alumni programme, including activities and the Alumni of the Year Awards to recognise alumni achievements. The school encourages ongoing parent involvement and collaboration through these channels.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school has two campuses: Buenavista and Montevida. Buenavista spans 63,000m2 and Montevida spans 15,000m2. Buenavista comprises six buildings, including a new multi-purpose examination and assembly hall, and Early Years facilities opened in January 2015, with Galileo Middle School for Year 7 and 8. The Buenavista teaching buildings house IT suites, science laboratories, art rooms, and drama and music studios, while the outdoor facilities include an open-air amphitheatre, tennis and paddle courts, a swimming pool, and numerous sports pitches and play areas. The Montevida campus offers specialist installations for athletics, sport, theatre studies, art and design, music, sciences, and investigation, and is designed with environmental features such as on-site electricity generation, integrated air temperature control, rainwater collection, and the Verdolay natural environment used for teaching and learning.

Sports Facilities
Buenavista has tennis and paddle courts, a swimming pool, an open-air amphitheatre, and numerous sports pitches and play areas. Montevida provides specialist installations for athletics and sport.

Academic Facilities
Buenavista houses IT suites, science laboratories, art rooms, and drama and music studios. Montevida features specialist installations for athletics, sport, theatre studies, art and design, music, sciences, and investigation. Galileo Middle School provides dedicated space for Year 7 and Year 8.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Tennis, paddle, urban or classic dance, skating, rhythmic gymnastics, football, robotics, taekwondo, athletics, volleyball, basketball, flag football, kung-fu, ceramics, photography, drawing & painting, chess & super chef.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Enrichment activities supplement the timetabled curriculum. Pupils are encouraged to take part in an extensive range of art, drama, music, sport and other activities and clubs. Regular themed days are held, including Book Day/Week, Cultural Diversity Day/Week, Maths Week and STEM Days. Visits to places of interest and residential opportunities are organised annually to develop independence, teamwork and responsibility beyond the classroom.

Arts & Creative
An extensive range of art, drama and music activities forms part of enrichment. Pupils participate in clubs across visual and performing arts. Regular themed days celebrate creativity and cultural expression. Enrichment opportunities complement classroom learning and foster artistic development.

Cultural & Language
Cultural Diversity Day/Week is included among enrichment activities. Regular cultural events broaden students' awareness and understanding of different traditions. Language development is supported through the curriculum and associated activities. These experiences contribute to a globally aware learning community.

Social & Hobbies
There are various clubs and activities to support social interests and hobbies. Sport and other recreational activities are part of the co-curricular program. Regular themed days provide opportunities for teamwork and social learning. Students have opportunities to explore personal interests beyond the classroom.

Community & Service
Careers and Higher Education guidance, Student Councils, and the promotion of community service are part of school life. The Duke of Edinburgh International Award is offered along with expeditions and trips. Fundraising activities and various clubs and activities support social responsibility and community engagement.

Leadership & Professional
Student Councils provide leadership opportunities and a pupil voice. The school offers Careers and Higher Education guidance to prepare for future pathways. The Duke of Edinburgh International Award and ongoing expeditions foster leadership, resilience and teamwork. Additional programs develop professional skills and personal initiative.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The school promotes physical wellbeing through sport as a core part of the curriculum. Regular visits to places of interest and residential opportunities broaden experiences and build independence and teamwork. Summerlim summer courses include English classes, swimming, workshops and trips to support wellbeing and social development. Outdoor and recreational activities contribute to a balanced and healthy school life.
Languages

Language Provision
The taught curriculum broadly follows the Spanish and English Curriculums from KS1 to KS5 and is formally assessed at IGCSEs at the end of KS4 and at (I)A levels at the end of KS5; GL summative assessments are conducted in English and Mathematics. English as an Additional Language (EAL) provision is in place to support pupils whose first language is not English, including assessment and targeted support; language development is promoted through language use across learning.

Bilingual Teaching
The school follows a curriculum that broadly aligns with both the Spanish and English Curriculums and provides English as an additional language support; in Early Years, learning and play in the home language are supported to inform language development.
Admissions

Admissions
The school has a seven-step admissions process designed to be straightforward. First, contact the Admissions Officer for an initial discussion, check availability, and learn what the school can offer your family. Then visit ELIS Murcia through Open Days or a private tour; virtual open events and online tours are also available. Next, apply for a place by notifying the Admissions Officer. Depending on your child's age, there is either an informal assessment or a Taster Day to assess English level, followed by an interview with the Headteacher. If successful and subject to availability, the school makes a time-limited formal offer of a place. After you accept, complete the School Admissions Booklet, submit the required documents, and pay the enrolment fee to secure admission. Welcome to ELIS Murcia: you and your child will feel part of the ELIS Murcia Community.
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