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ISLA Academy

Spain, Mallorca

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Spanish
Fees €4,130 - 12,575
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 86
Type Co-educational
Opened 2024
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum
Taught languages English, Spanish, French, German
Typical class size 15
Strengths Outdoor Education, Sport, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

ISLA Academy in Manacor, Mallorca, opened in September 2024 to deliver British education with a distinct focus on sport and outdoor learning. The school follows a British curriculum framework, preparing students for Cambridge IGCSE and A-level examinations, with Cambridge IGCSE and Edexcel IGCSE options. Instruction is in English and Spanish, with daily language support in both languages. The program blends core subjects with project-based learning and frequent outdoor experiences, using the natural environment—forests, beaches, and campus spaces—for field trips, science investigations, and physical education. Each pupil receives an Individual Learning Plan to tailor progression for all abilities and diverse backgrounds, supported by a remedial teacher and an educational psychologist. Facilities emphasize movement and wellbeing: most days include outdoor lessons, sport, and field activities. A collaboration with Mallorca Art School enriches visual arts, while a range of on-site clubs and Discovery Days extend learning beyond the classroom. This approach supports learners.

Diseminado Poligon 7, 115, 07500 Manacor, Balearic Islands, Spain

The Essentials

ISLA Academy has 86 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English, Spanish.

Location
ISLA Academy is located in Manacor, Mallorca, Spain. The campus has two addresses: Campus Address Diseminado Poligon 07, 115, 07500 Manacor; Urban Address Calle Tortova 2, 07500 Manacor. Students come from around the world and are immersed in English and Spanish.

Stages
Primary Age 3-10; Secondary Age 11-18

Type
The school is an international academy offering British education, with daily emphasis on sports and outdoor learning.

Additional learning support
Supports students with special educational needs and those who have never received formal education through individual development plans, with parental involvement.

Country affiliation
Spain
Diving Deeper

Food Options
ISLA Academy offers cafeteria-style, healthy lunches; the menu is largely vegetarian, with fish and chicken served occasionally, and meals use locally grown produce where possible, including produce from the ISLA garden. Lunch is included in tuition at the Cabarete campus, while Las Terrenas families may purchase meals from an outside provider. A nutritious morning snack is provided for Preschool and Phase 1, and a waste-free lunch is encouraged with students bringing reusable water bottles.

Governance and Ownership
Sean Bennett serves as Director and Co-founder, leading the school. Franco Rodriguez is Founding Curriculum Coordinator, and campuses are supported by Amanda Bucci (Cabarete Campus Coordinator) and Laura Bencosme (Las Terrenas Campus Coordinator). Nykia Blue is Director of Finance.
Fees

Annual tuition at ISLA Academy ranges from EUR 4,130 to EUR 12,575 for 2026/27.

Application / Enrolment fees
- Primary enrolment fee: EUR 500 (non-refundable; charged prior to a child's first year at ISLA). Deposit: EUR 1,000 (refundable after completing the academic year). Materials fee: EUR 425 (includes one full uniform set: hoodie, sweatpants, shorts and t-shirt). Daily healthy snacks and lunches and insurance are listed as included in primary tuition; school trips and examinations are excluded.

Tuition fees — Primary (monthly amounts listed; academic year = 10 months)
- Early Years (age 3–4): EUR 745 per month.
- Reception (age 4–5): EUR 795 per month.
- Year 1 (age 5–6): EUR 830 per month.
- Year 2 (age 6–7): EUR 895 per month.
- Year 3 (age 7–8): EUR 960 per month.
- Year 4 (age 8–9): EUR 1,025 per month.
- Year 5 (age 9–10): EUR 1,185 per month.
- Year 6 (age 10–11): EUR 1,215 per month.
- Discounts: 30% large-family discount for every 3rd, 4th, etc., 5% discount for full academic-year payment made before the academic year starts, and a 30% community discount for eligible Spanish residents/long-stay families (limits apply; only one discount per student). One academic year consists of 10 months.

Tuition fees — Secondary (published formats and billing shown)
- Key Stage 3 (Lower secondary):
- Year 7 (age 11–12): Enrolment/tuition figure shown as EUR 5,960 per year; Monthly fee shown as EUR 702.
- Year 8 (age 12–13): Enrolment/tuition figure shown as EUR 5,960 per year; Monthly fee shown as EUR 702.
- Year 9 (age 13–14): Enrolment/tuition figure shown as EUR 5,960 per year; Monthly fee shown as EUR 702.
- Key Stage 4 (IGCSE):
- Year 10 (age 14–15): Fee shown as EUR 9,920 every 2 years; Monthly fee shown as EUR 1,079.
- Year 11 (age 15–16): Fee shown as EUR 9,920 every 2 years; Monthly fee shown as EUR 1,079.
- Key Stage 5 (A-levels):
- Year 12 (age 16–17): Fee shown as EUR 7,960 every 2 years; Monthly fee shown as EUR 1,252.
- Year 13 (age 17–18): Fee shown as EUR 7,960 every 2 years; Monthly fee shown as EUR 1,252.
- Secondary deposit: EUR 1,000 (refundable after completing the academic year). Materials: Lower secondary materials fee EUR 425 (includes one full uniform set); IGCSEs & A-Levels materials fee EUR 150. The enrolment fee description notes inclusion of Wolsey Hall enrolment fees for relevant subjects, materials, textbooks and one mock exam per subject in exam years; examinations at a local exam centre and field trips are excluded. A 5% discount applies when tuition for the full academic year is paid before the start of the academic year.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The school defines one academic year as 10 months. The published fee documents show monthly instalments and references to whole-year payment discounts (5% for full-year payment made before the academic year starts). An invoice is issued for the enrolment fee and deposit as part of the registration procedure. Specific termised billing schedules (for example: exact term dates and per-term invoices) are not published in the fee sheets.

Boarding fees
- There are no published boarding or residential fees in the school's fee documents for primary or secondary years. Tuition and materials listings reference daily meals and day-school services rather than residential provision. No boarding provision or boarding charges are published.

Other costs and regular extras
- Materials/uniform: Primary materials fee EUR 425 (includes one full uniform set). Lower secondary materials fee EUR 425; IGCSE/A-Level materials fee EUR 150.
- Excluded items: School trips, local exam centre examination fees, and some external costs are explicitly excluded from tuition and billed separately. Students are expected to bring their own tablet/chromebook/laptop.

Refund information
- Deposit refund: The deposit of EUR 1,000 is refundable after the student completes the academic year. Enrolment fee: Primary enrolment fee EUR 500 is non-refundable. Materials fees and other charges are not described as refundable in the published fee documents.

Fee payment options (methods)
- The admissions text states an invoice is sent for the enrolment fee and deposit as part of registration and the contact page provides email, WhatsApp and telephone contact details; however, the published fee documents and admissions pages do not list specific accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit card, direct debit or IBAN details). No formal list of payment channels is published in the fee materials.

Brief summary of findings and gaps
- Published fee sheets for the 2025–2026 year include detailed primary monthly fees, secondary fee figures and the principal charges (enrolment fee, deposit, materials), and list what is included and excluded. These documents do not publish a formal per-term invoice schedule, a clear list of accepted payment methods, or boarding/residential fees (no boarding is listed). The admissions page indicates detailed fees for 2026–2027 will be made available later.
Academics

ISLA Academy teaches Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The school follows the British curriculum with maths, science and foundational subjects taught to a British framework. English, maths and Spanish are taught daily within levelled groups to ensure individual learning and progress. Project-based learning is used for foundational subjects, with daily outdoor activities linking learning to real life. Individual development plans support students with high abilities, special educational needs, or those with diverse educational backgrounds. The academic objective is to prepare students to undertake Cambridge or Edexcel IGCSE and A-level examinations, with access to universities worldwide. The languages of instruction are English and Spanish.

Higher Education Progression
The school prepares students to undertake Cambridge or Edexcel IGCSE and A-level examinations and provides access to universities worldwide.

Gifted and Talented
The school creates individual development plans to support students with high abilities.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
ISLA supports social and emotional development as a core part of every learner's experience. Life skills are taught through outdoor learning, social interaction, and real-life applications. Every child receives an individual learning plan that considers strengths and needs, helping them grow socially and emotionally. Language support is woven into daily lessons to help all learners participate and build confidence in social interactions. Sport and outdoor activities are embedded in the weekly rhythm to foster teamwork, cooperation, resilience, and enjoyment of the outdoors, with activities such as gymnastics, athletics, capoeira, martial arts, yoga, and horse riding. A learning support team, including a remedial teacher and an educational psychologist, supports students with higher abilities or special educational needs and works with families to review progress.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
ISLA provides inclusive education for learners with high abilities and those with special educational needs. The curriculum is supported by collaborative Development Plans to guide each child's goals and progress. Teachers differentiate instruction to meet individual levels and provide extra guidance when needed. A learning support team includes a remedial teacher and an educational psychologist to provide targeted support and monitor progress. For language learners, language support is integrated into daily lessons to ensure access to the British curriculum. Families are engaged through close collaboration to review and adjust plans as students progress.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
ISLA immerses students in English and Spanish, with strong language support woven into daily lessons. Many children join with little or no English or Spanish, and teachers use visuals, hands-on activities, and step-by-step explanations to aid understanding. Language support is provided through small-group or one-to-one sessions as needed. English and Spanish are taught by native speakers, ensuring high-quality bilingual instruction. The school welcomes students from diverse linguistic backgrounds and emphasizes practical, interactive language learning.

Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is a top priority at ISLA. Daily sports and outdoor activities are built into the timetable to support wellbeing and learning. Children spend substantial time outdoors for fitness, nature exploration, and team activities, including on-site horses. The outdoor environment promotes physical health, social skills, and mental wellbeing, fostering sportsmanship and resilience. ISLA combines a British curriculum with a strong focus on personal development and life skills to support well-rounded mental wellbeing.
Parent Experience

History
ISLA Academy was founded in September 2024 in Manacor, Mallorca, to provide more than a traditional international school. It identifies as an international learning community for sports, outdoor learning, and British education. The school aims to grow healthy, confident children aged 3 to 18 from around the world, developing their physical and mental skills and fluency in both English and Spanish. The academic program prepares students to undertake Cambridge or Edexcel IGCSE and A-level examinations, and emphasizes daily sports and outdoor activities, as well as project-based learning across foundational subjects.

Community
Students come from around the world and ISLA immerses them in English and Spanish, forming a multinational learning community that supports real-world problem solving and experiential learning. ISLA collaborates with multiple partners in Mallorca to enrich learning, including ROOTS Outdoor Adventures, Escuela Equina Sendero del Sol (horse riding), She Moves (women's fitness), Mallorca Art School, Mallorca Tutoring Academy, Building in Nature, and Community Days for parents and supporters. ISLA Discovery Days are held monthly, and events such as Easter Bushcraft Camp, Back2Balance Animal Experience, and horse-riding activities are offered along with regular afternoon clubs. ISLA emphasizes well-being and family involvement, with assemblies, mentor groups, and an ambassador programme.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
ISLA Academy integrates movement and outdoor learning into the daily rhythm. Students spend at least half of the day outside, in lessons, sports or free play. The natural environment—forest, beach, and outdoor areas—is used for games, hikes, swimming and team activities, with regular field trips.

Sports Facilities
Sport is built into the weekly rhythm with activities such as gymnastics, athletics, capoeira, martial arts, yoga, horse riding and several team sports. Primary years have daily sport and outdoor physical activities; lower secondary has 5 hours of sport per week; upper secondary has 2–3 hours per week, with ongoing sport balanced alongside academics. The natural environment is frequently used for outdoor activity.

Academic Facilities
ISLA Academy combines a British-based international curriculum with a personalised learning approach. Each child receives an individual learning plan tailored to their strengths, interests and needs, with language support woven into daily lessons. English and Spanish are taught by native speakers. The program blends core academics (literacy, numeracy, science, humanities) with enriched learning (projects, outdoor education, arts and sport). A learning support team, including a remedial teacher and an educational psychologist, provides additional help as required.

Extra Curricular Facilities
On-site activities include gymnastics, athletics, capoeira, martial arts, yoga, horse riding and various team sports. Monthly field trips are organised for ISLA/MTA students and other secondary students from local and international communities based on interests in science, languages, humanities or arts.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
ISLA teaches mathematics, science and foundational subjects according to the British curriculum, with English, maths and Spanish taught daily in levelled groups to support progress. Foundational subjects are taught through project-based learning, enabling connections across subjects and practical application. The academic programme prepares students to undertake Cambridge or EDEXCEL IGCSE and A-level examinations. Individual development plans guide each student's progress, with support for high-ability learners and those with special educational needs.

Arts & Creative
ISLA collaborates with Mallorca Art School, a leading visual arts centre on the island. Afternoon Clubs include sports, music, English support and LEGO-club, providing creative and recreational activities after the school day. The Mallorca Art School partnership provides ongoing visual arts experiences for students.

Cultural & Language
Students are immersed in English and Spanish. English classes are offered through a tutoring programme to support language development. The school aims for fluency in both Spanish and English. English, maths and Spanish are taught daily within levelled groups to ensure inclusivity and progress.

Social & Hobbies
ISLA runs monthly Discovery Days for students to explore learning outside the classroom. The Easter Bushcraft Camp offers outdoor learning experiences for children. Afternoon Clubs include sports, music, English support and LEGO-club for different ages. Daily outdoor activities and nature exploration are part of the regular routine.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Daily sports and outdoor activities are part of the ISLA routine. Students spend time in outdoor spaces, including the veggie garden and nature-based projects, with horses on campus. Outdoor learning promotes physical health, self-awareness, empathy and an appreciation for the natural world, supporting physical and mental wellbeing.
Languages

Language Provision
English and Spanish are taught; Catalan is offered through language labs.

Bilingual Teaching
The school immerses students in English and Spanish.

Immersion Programs
English and Spanish immersion is provided. Daily instruction in English and Spanish is delivered within leveled groups to ensure inclusivity and progress.
Admissions

Admissions
Registration Procedure consists of 3 steps: 1. Show interest by filling Admission Form; 2) ISLA will contact you within 48 hours to schedule a meeting (in person or online) to get to know your family and answer questions about ISLA and its values; 3) An enrollment fee and deposit invoice is issued; after payment a place in the learning community is offered, or the child is placed on the waiting list. New admissions occur during the academic year. 100% individual support means families choose the educational pathway and ISLA acts as adviser, helping navigate options based on age, English fluency and academic level. Development Plans support each child's goals, and pathway options are discussed at key transition points to align with needs and future plans. Fees: Detailed information about fees for 2026-2027 will be available soon. No phone policy.

Waitlist
ISLA admits new children during the academic year, and after completing the enrollment steps a place is offered if available or the child is placed on the waiting list.
School Events
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