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Judy Sharp International School

Spain, Madrid

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Spanish
Fees €17,000
Ages 11 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 25
Type Co-educational
Opened 1982
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages English, Spanish
Typical class size 5
Strengths Performing Arts, Languages, Service and Sustainability
Clubs Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies, Community and Service
Stages Middle School, High School
Introduction

Judy Sharp International School in Madrid is a private, non-profit American school serving students aged 11 to 18. It operates as an independent, co-educational day school with a bilingual emphasis. The curriculum is an accredited American program, and the school plans to offer AP courses in the future. A distinctive feature is Personalized Bilingual Education, enabling students to graduate with an American High School Diploma while also meeting Spanish ESO and Bachillerato requirements through the Official Spanish Program. Class sizes are small, with about four students per teacher, allowing individualized guidance and growth assessment. The school emphasizes project-based learning, critical thinking, and discussion-based classes. Students participate in Creative Arts Programs and a range of clubs, such as music, debate, Ukulele, eSports, and Dungeons & Dragons. Community service is integrated through food drives and a spring Walk-A-Thon. The campus supports field trips and learning to connect classroom work with real-world applications.

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C. Valentín Robledo, 2, 28224 Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid, Spain

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The Essentials

Judy Sharp International School has 25 pupils, typical class sizes of 5, instruction in English, Spanish.

Location
The school is located at Calle Valentín Robledo 2, 28224 Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid, Spain.

Stages
Middle School (grades 6–8) and High School (grades 9–12) for ages 11–18.

Type
Private, non-profit American school; independent, co-educational day school.

Pupil Nationality Mix
International student body with representation from the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, South Africa, Korea, Venezuela, Israel, Canada, France, Brazil, Iran, and Spain, among others.

Additional learning support
Specialized learner support for dyslexia (dislexia), ADD/ADHD, and autism spectrum disorders; individualized programs and small class sizes.

Country affiliation
United States

School day structure
Classes run 9:30–15:30, Monday–Friday; students may arrive from 8:00 and stay after 15:30 for clubs and support (until 16:30).
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Judy Sharp International School ranges from EUR 17,000 for 2026/27.

TUITION (Grades 6–12)

- Base tuition per year: EUR 17,000.
- Alternative payment schedules:
- Payable monthly: EUR 1,700 (monthly payment option indicated).
- Payable per semester: EUR 8,500 (1st semester: September–January; 2nd semester: February–June).

APPLICATION / ENROLLMENT FEES

- Annual Registration Fee: EUR 300 (recurs annually).
- Capital Fund Fee: EUR 2,000 (one-time, non-refundable charge per student).
- A 10% reduction applies for additional children from the same family to both Tuition and the Capital Fund Fee.

TUITION BY YEAR GROUP / TERM

- A single tuition rate is applied across the school's grade range (grades 6–12): the Base tuition per year is EUR 17,000. Semester and monthly amounts are the corresponding splits noted above. No separate per-grade tuition tiers are published.

BILLING SCHEDULE AND PAYMENT TERMS

- Payment frequency options: annual, by semester, or monthly. The school defines the academic semesters as September–January (1st semester) and February–June (2nd semester). Charges are pro-rated for families entering during the school year.

BOARDING FEES

- No boarding fees apply: the school operates as a day school for students aged 11–18 (grades 6–12) with published daily hours. No boarding program or boarding fees are listed.

OTHER COSTS AND FEES

- The published tuition document lists the Annual Registration Fee and the Capital Fund Fee as the primary supplementary charges. Other specific recurring costs such as mandatory uniform fees, textbook fees, school lunch, transport, or specific extracurricular fees are not specified in the publicly available tuition schedule. Additional optional or incidental charges (e.g., field trips, external exam fees, specialist assessments) are not itemized in the tuition document. Charges for families entering mid-year are pro-rated.

REFUND INFORMATION

- Withdrawals and refunds: refunds are handled in accordance with the school's Tuition Refund Policy. The tuition document states that refunds are made under the terms of that policy; the tuition document also notes the Capital Fund Fee is non-refundable.

FEE PAYMENT OPTIONS

- Accepted forms of payment (credit card, bank transfer, direct debit, etc.) are not specified in the published tuition document or FAQ. Families should use the school's admissions or finance contact channels to confirm the available payment methods and any transaction fees or surcharges that may apply.

ADDITIONAL NOTES (POLICIES & FINANCIAL AID)

- The school operates as a non-profit foundation and maintains a permanent financial aid program; need-based financial assistance is available and awards are reviewed annually. Financial aid does not affect admission decisions. Financial aid and sponsorship arrangements are handled through the school's financial aid processes.
Academics

Judy Sharp International School teaches American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 11 to 18.

Curriculum
American-style education for grades 6–12 (ages 11–18) with an accredited American curriculum. The school is private, non-profit and bilingual, offering Personalized Bilingual Education for Grades 6–12 with a focus on supporting creative and capable students who find traditional classroom settings challenging. The average class ratio is four students per teacher, enabling individualized guidance. The Official Spanish Program provides bilingual proficiency development and enables graduation with an American High School Diploma while meeting the Spanish requirements for ESO and Bachillerato; it coordinates with Spanish authorities for homologación. AP courses are planned for the future.

Student Teacher Ratio
4:1

Higher Education Progression
Graduates can pursue higher education at colleges and universities in the United States and around the world; the US High School Diploma is recognized by colleges and universities across the United States and worldwide.

Gifted and Talented
Programs and support for gifted and talented students include a specialized curriculum for creative and capable learners and individualized programs to meet their needs.
Wellbeing
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Parent Experience
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Languages
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Reputation
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Admissions

Admissions
1. 2. The Google Form: You will receive an email with a Google Form requesting information about your child and their personal and academic background; provide clear details and upload documents such as report cards, transcripts, and other relevant tests. 3. Interview with the Director: After submitting the form, the director will contact you to schedule an in-person or virtual meeting to discuss the school, fees, and academic plans and to answer any remaining questions. 4. Testing: The school will coordinate placement tests to ensure the student receives the appropriate academic and emotional support; tests are not used to determine acceptance.

Scholarships
Financial aid is available based on demonstrated need; awards are reviewed annually to reflect changes in family circumstances; applying for aid does not affect admission.
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