Global Minds International School

Spain, Alicante

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees €7,650 - 16,600

Ages 2 - 16 years

Type Co-educational

Bus Service Yes

Academic offering

Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), British Curriculum

Typical class size 20

Strengths STEM, Performing Arts, Outdoor Education

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language

Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School

Introduction

Global Minds International School in Llíber, Spain, provides an international education for ages 2 to 16. The curriculum blends the British National Curriculum with the International Baccalaureate, offering a coherent framework for local and global study. Classes are under 20 students, supporting personalised learning and strong teacher–student relationships. The campus sits on over 32,000 square metres of outdoor space, framed by mountains and vineyards, and includes a vegetable patch, a semi-Olympic pool, a theatre, an indoor gym, and outdoor sports courts. Academic facilities comprise dedicated science and technology laboratories, a STEAM hub, a food science kitchen, art spaces, and large classrooms. Languages, global politics, culture, and history are emphasized to develop international-mindedness. Extracurricular life centers on theatre, dance, and music, with outdoor education and environmental stewardship shaping daily learning. Founders Amy McRae Johnson and Yago Escrivà Sastre lead a school built on collaboration, partnership, and preparation for tomorrow's world ahead.

Carretera Benissa, s/n, 03729 Xaló, Alicante, Spain

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The Essentials

Location

Carretera Benissa - Jalón s/n, 03729 Llíber, Alicante, Spain. Located in the picturesque town of Llíber, the campus sits in natural surroundings with easy access to nearby coastal towns.

Stages

Ages 2 to 16 (early years through secondary).

Type

International school

Country affiliation

Spain

Diving Deeper

Food Options

Lunches are provided and required for all students. Meals are prepared by professional chefs using fresh ingredients. The price is 150€ per month.

Governance and Ownership

The school has a board. Induction includes meeting some of the board members.

Fees

Application & Registration Fees

- A non-refundable registration fee of EUR 1,500 per student (new students only) is payable at the time of acceptance to secure a place.
- A non-refundable re‑registration fee of EUR 1,000 is payable in March to guarantee a place for the following year.

Tuition Fees (by year group)

Annual tuition fees by age / year group (displayed as EUR amounts):

- Age 3 (Kindergarten 1): EUR 7,650 per year.
- Age 4 (Kindergarten 2): EUR 7,650 per year.
- Ages 5–6 (Years 1 & 2 / Kindergarten 3 & Grade 1): EUR 9,180 per year.
- Ages 7–8 (Years 3 & 4 / Grades 2 & 3): EUR 9,490 per year.
- Ages 9–10 (Years 5 & 6 / Grades 4 & 5): EUR 9,790 per year.
- Age 11 (Year 7 / Grade 6): EUR 11,730 per year.
- Ages 12–13 (Years 8 & 9 / Grades 7 & 8): EUR 13,770 per year.
- Ages 14–15 (Years 10 & 11 / Grades 9 & 10): EUR 14,800 per year.

Per-term reference amounts (annual fee divided by 3, shown for each year group as a simple reference):

- Kindergarten 1 & 2: EUR 2,550 per term (EUR 7,650 ÷ 3).
- Kindergarten 3 / Year 1 & 2: EUR 3,060 per term (EUR 9,180 ÷ 3).
- Years 3 & 4: EUR 3,163.33 per term (EUR 9,490 ÷ 3).
- Years 5 & 6: EUR 3,263.33 per term (EUR 9,790 ÷ 3).
- Year 7: EUR 3,910 per term (EUR 11,730 ÷ 3).
- Years 8 & 9: EUR 4,590 per term (EUR 13,770 ÷ 3).
- Years 10 & 11: EUR 4,933.33 per term (EUR 14,800 ÷ 3).

Billing schedule & payment terms

- Tuition may be paid monthly (payments due on or before the first day of the month to which they relate) or as a single annual payment.
- An advance-payment discount of 3% on tuition is applied if the full year's tuition is paid in advance by the published deadline for advance payment (the school's published deadline applies). This discount applies to tuition only and not to services, and is conditional on registration fees having been paid.
- Sibling fee reductions apply: second child 5% reduction in tuition and re‑enrolment fee; third child 15% reduction; fourth child and subsequent children 30% reduction.

Boarding

- Boarding is not offered. The school operates as a day school with planned school-bus routes for surrounding towns; final bus routes and prices are to be announced.

Other costs and fees

- School lunches are required for all students and are charged at EUR 150 per month.
- Transport (school buses) will carry an additional charge when routes and prices are finalised.
- Uniforms, school trips, textbooks, specialist exam fees, extracurricular programme fees, and other incidental items are not listed in the school's public fee summary; parents should allow for these additional costs in the same way as with similar international schools.

Refund information

- The registration fee (EUR 1,500 for new students) is non‑refundable. The re‑registration fee (EUR 1,000) is non‑refundable. No additional public refund policy detail is provided in the school's fee summary.

Fee payment options

- The school publishes monthly and annual billing options but does not publish specific payment channels (for example, which credit cards, online payment processors, or bank account details) in its public fee summary. Parents should expect standard international-school payment methods such as bank transfer or card payment to be offered, with any applicable processing fees and instructions provided by the school.

If you need these figures placed into a database field-by-field, the key fee items are: registration fee EUR 1,500 (one-off); re‑registration EUR 1,000 (annual, non‑refundable); tuition by year group as listed above (annual); compulsory lunch EUR 150/month; sibling discounts and advance-payment discount as stated above; bus fees to be advised.

Academics

Curriculum

The school teaches a curriculum that integrates the British National Curriculum with the International Baccalaureate (IB) program. It serves students aged 2-16 (as of September 2026). Class sizes are under 20 students, supporting personalised learning.

Student Teacher Ratio

Small class sizes under 20 students.

Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Global Minds International School focuses on holistic education that supports academic excellence, personal growth, and global awareness. The school aims to develop critical thinking and essential life skills through a dynamic, future-focused curriculum. Learning is personalised with pathways that set individual goals and adapt teaching methods. Collaborative learning and interdisciplinary projects foster teamwork, communication, and social skills. An emphasis on digital literacy and real-world connections helps students become responsible global citizens. Wellbeing, global citizenship, and languages are central to the school's approach.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school places a strong emphasis on learning multiple languages.

Mental Wellbeing

Focus on wellbeing is a central part of the educational project. A healthy mind and body are considered crucial for effective learning. Regular activities such as yoga, mindfulness, and outdoor adventures help students manage stress and build resilience. The approach also integrates physical education and mental health to support overall wellbeing.

Parent Experience

History

Global Minds International School was founded by Amy McRae Johnson and Yago Escrivà Sastre, who previously walked these halls as students and are now founders of the school. They established Global Minds to provide an education that transcends conventional standards and prepares students for tomorrow's world. The school is built on the principles of partnership and collaboration, with educators who bring an international perspective to the classroom. The founders invite families to partner with Global Minds to build a future for student success.

Community

Global Minds International School emphasizes a strong and supportive family spirit and a diverse, inclusive student body. Our teachers are dedicated mentors who invest in each student's personal and academic growth, fostering a culture of compassion, respect, and encouragement. Learning at Global Minds includes outdoor activities and field trips that connect students with real-world experiences and strengthen bonds within the community.

Facilities

Facilities Overview

Located in Llíber, the campus sits in a valley between mountains, trails, ravines, and vineyards. It spans over 32,000 m² of outdoor space and includes a vegetable patch, a swimming pool, a theatre, an indoor gymnasium, and outdoor sports courts. The facilities include a state-of-the-art food science kitchen and well-equipped science laboratories. Additional spaces include a dance studio, music rooms, and a cafeteria with its own kitchen, plus a restaurant. Other notable facilities include a technology room, a STEAM hub, biology/chemistry/physics laboratories, an art room, a natural forest, large classrooms, and workshops.

Sports Facilities

Outdoor sports courts are available for PE and team sports. The indoor gymnasium supports campus fitness activities. A semi-Olympic swimming pool provides aquatic programs.

Academic Facilities

The learning program integrates the British National Curriculum with the International Baccalaureate (IB) program, providing an international educational experience. Class sizes are under 20 students, enabling personalised learning. A focus on critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving underpins the curriculum. Large classrooms and dedicated science and technology spaces enhance academic work.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Theatre, a dance studio, and music rooms support performing arts and cultural activities. Outdoor spaces and the natural forest enable outdoor education and exploration. The cafeteria and on-site restaurant support school life and events.

Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

The STEAM Programme (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) is integrated with the curriculum. Students engage in coding, robotics, and engineering projects, as well as visual arts and performing arts. Interdisciplinary learning fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, and connections across subjects.

Arts & Creative

Visual arts and performing arts are embedded in the STEAM Programme. A dance studio and music rooms, along with a theatre, provide spaces for creative expression. The campus supports arts-based projects that run across disciplines.

Cultural & Language

Languages are emphasised alongside studies in global politics, culture, and history to cultivate international-mindedness. The school focuses on learning multiple languages and developing global citizenship.

Community & Service

Community service is an integral part of the educational project, together with environmental stewardship. The school emphasises social responsibility and opportunities for students to contribute to the community.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Health, fitness, and sports are emphasised to build discipline, teamwork, and well-being. The campus features facilities including a semi-Olympic swimming pool, indoor gymnasium, outdoor sports courts, a dance studio, music studios, and a theatre to support well-being.

Languages

Language Provision

We place a strong emphasis on learning multiple languages, paired with studies in global politics, culture, and history. Language and Literature are taught as core subjects within an interdisciplinary curriculum, and language proficiency is a focus of our program. Global citizenship and languages are central to the learning experience.

Admissions

1. Apply. Start by completing our application form. When we receive your application, we will be in touch to arrange a Family Conversation. Given our unique approach to a child's education, it is important that both the school and family applying have ample opportunity to explore ideas, questions, thoughts, and feelings, and our application serves as a springboard for those later conversations. Spaces for September 2026 are limited and we are following a first-come-first-serve policy.

2. Family Conversations. A Family Conversation is arranged to explore ideas, questions, thoughts, and feelings and to help both sides understand needs and aspirations.

3. Offer and acceptance. Once we have all relevant information and a place is available, we will issue a formal offer of a place in the form of a letter. To accept a place, parents are asked to pay the registration fee and sign the acceptance form confirming their agreement to the school's Terms and Conditions.

4. Registration. After the offer, a personal meeting is arranged to deepen understanding of our approach and clarify needs and aspirations. We will provide open days very soon. A New Joiners' Information pack is sent to parents with details about the school day, uniform, clubs and other extra-curricular opportunities. There is a comprehensive induction period to allow all students to familiarise themselves with teachers, peers, families, the campus, and board members.

School Events

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FAQs

Where is Global Minds International School located and what is the campus like?

The school is at Carretera Benissa - Jalón s/n, 03729 Llíber, Alicante, Spain, set in a valley framed by mountains and vineyards with easy access to nearby coastal towns. The campus sits on over 32,000 square metres of outdoor space and includes trails, a natural forest, a vegetable patch and extensive outdoor learning areas.

What ages and levels does the school serve?

Global Minds educates children from age 2 up to age 16, covering early years through secondary as of September 2026. The school is co-educational and offers a continuous programme across these age groups.

Which curriculum does Global Minds follow and how is it delivered?

The school integrates the British National Curriculum with the International Baccalaureate to provide a coherent framework for local and global study. Teaching emphasises critical thinking, communication and global perspectives through interdisciplinary and personalised learning pathways.

How do I apply and what are the steps in the admissions process?

Start by completing the application form, after which the school arranges a Family Conversation to explore your child's needs and your family's aspirations. If a place is available and all relevant information is provided, the school issues a formal offer, after which you accept by paying the registration fee and signing the acceptance form, followed by a personal meeting and a New Joiners' Information pack.

What are the registration and re‑registration fees?

A non-refundable registration fee of EUR 1,500 per student (new students only) is payable at the time of acceptance to secure a place. A non-refundable re‑registration fee of EUR 1,000 is payable in March to guarantee a place for the following year.

Are there payment options, sibling discounts or early-payment incentives?

Tuition can be paid monthly or as a single annual payment, and there is an advance-payment discount of 3% on tuition if the full year is paid in advance by the published deadline, conditional on registration fees having been paid. Sibling reductions apply as follows: second child 5% reduction in tuition and re‑enrolment fee, third child 15% reduction, and fourth child and subsequent children 30% reduction.

How large are class sizes and how does that affect learning?

Classes are kept under 20 students, enabling personalised learning, strong teacher–student relationships and individualised pathways. Smaller classes support differentiated instruction and closer pastoral support.

How is STEAM and hands-on learning incorporated into the academic programme?

STEAM is integrated across the curriculum with dedicated facilities such as a STEAM hub, coding and robotics projects, engineering tasks and visual and performing arts. Interdisciplinary projects and dedicated laboratories support practical, problem-solving learning.

What language and global-studies opportunities does the school offer?

The school places a strong emphasis on learning multiple languages and teaches Language and Literature as core subjects within an interdisciplinary curriculum. Studies in global politics, culture and history are paired with language learning to develop international-mindedness and language proficiency.

What sports and physical facilities are available on campus?

The campus includes a semi-Olympic swimming pool, an indoor gymnasium and outdoor sports courts for PE and team sports. These facilities support a broad programme of fitness, aquatic and sports activities to promote physical wellbeing.

What academic facilities and specialist spaces does the school have?

Facilities include dedicated biology, chemistry and physics laboratories, technology rooms, a state-of-the-art food science kitchen, a STEAM hub, art spaces, large classrooms and workshops. These spaces support practical science, technology, art and design learning.

What outdoor and environmental learning facilities does the school offer?

The school's outdoor resources include over 32,000 m² of grounds, a vegetable patch, natural forest, trails and surrounding vineyards, which are used for outdoor education and environmental stewardship. Daily learning often includes outdoor exploration and place-based projects.

What extracurricular activities and arts programmes are available?

Extracurricular life centres on theatre, dance and music with use of a theatre, dance studio and music rooms, alongside clubs in coding, robotics and STEAM-related activities. The school also runs outdoor education, environmental projects and arts-based interdisciplinary activities.

Are there performance opportunities for students in the arts?

Yes—students regularly use the theatre, dance studio and music rooms for rehearsals and performances, and arts-based projects are embedded in the curriculum to provide public showcases and cross-curricular exhibitions. Performing arts are a central part of the extracurricular and curricular offer.

How does the school incorporate community service and social responsibility into student life?

Community service and environmental stewardship are integral to the educational project, with organised opportunities for students to contribute to local projects and community initiatives. Outdoor learning and field trips further connect classroom learning with real-world community engagement.

How does the school support students' mental wellbeing and resilience?

Wellbeing is central to the educational approach, with activities such as yoga, mindfulness and outdoor adventures built into school life to help students manage stress and build resilience. Physical education and a focus on a healthy mind and body are integrated into daily routines.

How does Global Minds support students who are learning additional languages or who are not native English speakers?

The school places a strong emphasis on language learning across the curriculum, with Language and Literature taught as core subjects and personalised learning pathways supporting language development. Small class sizes and interdisciplinary practice help tailor support for learners developing new languages.

Is boarding available and what are the transport arrangements?

Boarding is not offered; the school operates as a day school. Planned school-bus routes for surrounding towns will be available, with final routes and prices to be announced and an additional charge when routes and prices are finalised.

Are school lunches provided and what do they cost?

School lunches are required for all students and are prepared by professional chefs using fresh ingredients. Lunches are charged at EUR 150 per month.

Who founded the school and how are families involved in school governance and induction?

The school was founded by Amy McRae Johnson and Yago Escrivà Sastre and is built on principles of partnership, collaboration and preparing students for a global future. Families are engaged through the admissions Family Conversation, a comprehensive induction period, New Joiners' Information packs and opportunities to meet some board members as part of the induction process.

What are the tuition fees at Global Minds International School?

Annual tuition at Global Minds International School ranges from EUR 7,650 to EUR 16,600 depending on year group. Fees are reviewed each year, so check the school's current fee schedule before applying.

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