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Palma College

Spain, Mallorca

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees €17,200 - 17,900
Ages 16 - 19 years
Pupil numbers 85
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 2013
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, BTEC Qualification, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages Spanish, English
Typical class size 12
Strengths Languages, Visual and Creative Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Palma College is an independent international sixth-form college in Palma, Mallorca, established in 2012. It delivers the British Edexcel curriculum for ages 16–18, offering AS and A2 Levels (and BTEC) with English as the language of teaching. The Lower Sixth studies four AS Level subjects with five and a half teaching hours per subject each week, plus a 15‑minute weekly tutor meeting; the Upper Sixth focuses on three A2 Level subjects with seven hours per subject and ongoing personal tutorials. The college is an Edexcel examination centre with a comprehensive enrichment and Next Steps Programme that supports university applications worldwide, including UCAS and SAT guidance. Facilities include two buildings, two art studios, a drama studio, and small classes. A Host Boarding Programme will launch from September 2026 for international students aged 16–18. Cultural activities, sport, PHSE, and extensive language options complement academic life. A friendly, supportive community underpins student progress.

Carrer de Can Verí, 5, Centre, 07001 Palma, Illes Balears, Spain

The Essentials

Palma College has 85 pupils, typical class sizes of 12, instruction in English.

Location
Palma College is located in the heart of Palma, Mallorca, Spain, with two campuses: the main building on Can Veri near Es Born, and a second building between the Parliament and Cathedral in Estudi General.

Stages
Dedicated sixth form for students aged 16 and older; offers Edexcel A Level subjects and an enrichment programme.

Type
Independent international sixth form college
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
Host Boarding Programme for international students aged 16–18 who wish to study A Levels or BTECs in Mallorca. Students live with carefully selected local host families rather than in a traditional boarding house. Each host family provides a private, fully furnished bedroom, daily meals, a safe, structured environment with house rules, and guidance with daily routines to encourage independence. Host families are selected and safeguarded through home visits and interviews; background checks are completed; safeguarding and orientation training is provided; ongoing monitoring; a 24-hour emergency contact service is available.

Uniform Requirement
Dress code requires sensible clothing for a professional working environment; casual and comfortable clothing are appropriate for Drama students and certain Enrichment activities.

Food Options
Lunch and breaks are available from cafes and take-away outlets nearby; food can be brought into College to be eaten in the Common Room, where a microwave, a small fridge and hot and cold water are available.
Fees

Annual tuition at Palma College ranges from EUR 17,200 to EUR 17,900 for 2026/27.

Sixth-form tuition (full-time)

- First year (2024–25): EUR 17,200 per academic year.
- Second year (2025–26): EUR 17,900 per academic year.

Application / registration and deposits

- Registration (one-off) for full-time places: EUR 2,000.
- Security deposit (one-off): EUR 1,500.

What the full-time tuition covers

- Teaching (maximum 4 subjects in first year; maximum 3 subjects in second year).
- Weekly one-to-one time with each subject teacher (15 minutes per subject).
- Textbooks, registration and examination entry for up to three full A Levels and one AS Level, enrichment and Next Steps programme, and SEND support where possible within timetables.

Single-subject (part-time) fees

- Fee per single AS or A2 subject (including exams): EUR 5,000 for 2024–25.
- Fee per single AS or A2 subject (including exams): EUR 5,200 for 2025–26.
- Maximum of two single-subjects in one year; more subjects require the full-time programme.

Other charges linked to single-subject enrolment

- Optional Enrichment & Next Steps Programme (single-subject students): EUR 3,000 per college year (optional).
- Registration fee for single-subject enrolment: EUR 1,000 per subject (maximum EUR 2,000).
- Security deposit for single-subject students: EUR 1,000.

Exam, assessment and examination-centre charges (examples and typical costs)

- Examination unit costs for International Advanced Level (IAL) / IAS units vary by subject; sample unit costs for IAL/GCE subjects are published by the college's exam centre. Administration costs and invigilation charges may apply. (See exam-centre fee schedule for unit costs and practice/session fees for modern languages.)
- The college notes additional charges for: extra A Level or IGCSE courses on request, and for retake examinations.

Billing schedule and notice / payment terms

- A full term's notice is required to withdraw (even when moving from AS to A2). Written notice must be given to Admissions three months before the end of the term (excluding July and August).
- Specific per-term invoicing amounts (a published per-term split of the annual tuition) are not provided in the published fee statements; tuition is presented as an annual figure for each year group.

Boarding / accommodation fees

- A Host Boarding Programme is planned to begin from September 2026 for international students aged 16–18; no published boarding fee schedule is provided for the current academic year. Host boarding placements are described as host-family placements (private bedroom, meals, safeguarding) and will be managed via a Host Family Boarding Coordinator.

Other costs and typical additional fees

- Optional enrichment programme charges (where applicable) are indicated for single-subject students (EUR 3,000 per year).
- Exam-related extras such as speaking-practice sessions for modern languages and administration / invigilation charges apply and are priced separately through the college's exam centre.
- Extra tuition or hourly/termly costs for additional support (e.g., extra English, Spanish or Mathematics support) and charges for additional subjects or resits are applied where requested.

Refund information

- No separate, detailed public refund policy for tuition, registration fees or deposits is published alongside the main fee schedules; no explicit standard refund terms are listed in the fee pages. If refund terms are required for an enrolment scenario, they are not stated in the published fee pages.

Fee payment options and contact for payment queries

- Specific accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit card, online payment processors) are not listed in the fee pages. For payment queries, the college provides admissions and reception contact points: admissions@palmacollege.com and reception@palmacollege.com, and a telephone contact +34 971 724 083.


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Brief note on information gaps found

- The published materials give clear annual tuition figures, registration fees and deposits, single-subject fees, and examples of exam-related charges; however, they do not publish a per-term breakdown of the annual tuition, a formal, detailed refund policy on the fee pages, nor a published schedule of Host Boarding fees (the Host Boarding Programme is scheduled from September 2026). They also do not list the accepted payment methods on the fee pages. These specific details are not present in the publicly posted fee pages cited above.
Academics

Palma College teaches British Curriculum, BTEC Qualification, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 16 to 19.

Curriculum
Palma College offers Edexcel AS and A2 Level courses as part of a coherent, enriched sixth-form curriculum. Lower sixth study four AS Level subjects with five and a half teaching hours per week per subject, plus a 15-minute weekly one-to-one meeting with their academic tutor. In the upper sixth, most students concentrate on three A2 Level subjects with seven teaching hours per subject per week, along with ongoing personal tutorials and one-to-one meetings. The college also runs sport, PHSE (Personal, Health, Social and Economic education) and a comprehensive enrichment programme. The Edexcel examination board is the college's chosen board, and the curriculum is designed to prepare students for university worldwide, supported by a Next Steps Programme and guidance on university applications.

Student Teacher Ratio
Small classes with increased teacher contact time. Lower sixth has a weekly 15-minute one-to-one meeting with each subject teacher, and upper sixth students receive ongoing personal tutorials.

Higher Education Progression
Students are prepared for university worldwide, with targeted guidance to strengthen university applications. The Next Steps Programme provides structured support for applications and interviews, helping students plan for higher education and future careers. The curriculum focuses on developing employability, life skills and global citizenship to ease progression to higher education.
Parent Experience

History
Palma College was established in 2012 and opened in 2013 to meet the needs of Mallorca's international community seeking a dedicated sixth form provision. The founders aimed to provide a platform that offers academic and life skills, serving as a stepping stone from school life to Higher Education and beyond. The ethos is to bridge the gap between school and university and adult life by guiding students along academic or vocational pathways to a secure future, with a focus on transferable skills. The language of teaching is English, with small classes, a wide range of Edexcel A Level subjects, and a full enrichment and next‑step programme.

Community
Palma College is situated in the heart of Palma with easy access from cars, buses and trains, close to galleries, exhibitions and theatres, and about 20 minutes from the airport. The main building is in an old palacio on Can Veri, near Es Born, and the second location is close to the cathedral and Parliament in Estudi General; there are two art studios, a drama studio and classrooms for all subjects. There is a real supportive community feel to the College, with staff helping students study, learn and mature.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Palma College is situated in the heart of Palma with easy access from cars, buses and trains. It is close to galleries, exhibitions and theatres, and is about 20 minutes from the airport. The main building sits in an old palacio on Can Veri, and a second building lies between the Parliament and Cathedral in Estudi General; there are two art studios, a drama studio and classrooms for all other subjects. There is a real supportive community feel to the College. The campus location and architectural spaces support a culturally rich environment for study and creativity.

Academic Facilities
AS and A2 Level qualifications are offered, with Edexcel as the examination board. Palma College is an approved Edexcel examination centre. Lower sixth students take four AS Level subjects with five and a half teaching hours per week per subject, plus a 15‑minute one‑to‑one meeting with their tutor; upper sixth students typically concentrate on three A2 Level subjects with seven teaching hours per week per subject, plus personal tutorials and ongoing one-to-one meetings. The language of teaching is English, supported by a highly qualified international staff. The curriculum includes sport, PHSE (Personal, Health, Social and Economic education), and a comprehensive enrichment programme, and the College maintains small class sizes to support individual progress.

Extra Curricular Facilities
A comprehensive enrichment programme is offered, including cultural activities and life skills development. The College is home to sport, PHSE, and a robust enrichment framework designed to prepare students for university and beyond. From September 2026, Palma College will also offer a Host Boarding Programme for international students aged 16–18 who wish to study A Levels or BTECs in Mallorca, living with carefully selected local host families. Host boarding provides a private bedroom, daily meals, a safe environment with clear house rules, and guidance toward independence, plus safeguarding with vetting of host families and ongoing monitoring. In addition, there is strong pastoral and academic support, including a 24-hour emergency contact service and coordination with host families, to ensure wellbeing and continuous enrichment outside the classroom.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers a wide range of Edexcel A Level subjects with small classes and increased teacher contact time. Students receive 15 minutes a week of one-to-one time with each subject teacher. The school is an Edexcel examination centre and runs a comprehensive enrichment and next steps programme. University preparation begins in Lower Six with careers advice, university searches and guidance on UCAS and SAT requirements for UK and USA universities.

Arts & Creative
The school has two art studios and a drama studio. Art School applications are conducted by interview together with a portfolio. The enrichment programme includes cultural activities and guest speakers from the arts and creative sectors, complementing drama and visual arts as part of student life.

Cultural & Language
The language of teaching is English. The school offers English Language, French, German and Spanish as subjects, and IELTS preparation is available; IELTS tests occur on two opportunities each year.

Social & Hobbies
The enrichment programme provides activities beyond academics such as cooking and healthy eating, financial skills and planning, interview skills, emotional intelligence, team building, yoga and meditation, as well as critical thinking, planning, study and research skills. Guest speakers including entrepreneurs, charities and artists broaden students' horizons. Participation in enrichment activities supports personal development and social skills.

Leadership & Professional
Careers guidance is integral, with psychometric testing available and a dedicated careers library. Work experience forms a vital part of the education journey, with GAP Year information and opportunities to travel or pursue relevant experiences; some arrangements can lead to university offers being deferred. Parents are welcome to discuss careers with staff, and staff work with students to plan pathways to their chosen professions.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
The enrichment programme is designed to broaden horizons and equip students with confidence for life beyond Palma College. It includes Yoga and meditation, planning, and activities on healthy living, as well as cooking and healthy eating. Emotional intelligence, teamwork and wellbeing are emphasized through workshops and talks from diverse professionals.
Languages

Language Provision
The language of teaching is English. The staff are highly qualified international professionals with extensive experience teaching this age group.
Admissions

Admissions
1. Submit an enquiry via the Palma College Enquiry form and complete the application forms. After initial contact and submission of the application, the applicant may be invited for interview and a campus tour (interviews may be conducted through electronic media if requested). References are collected as part of the process and a firm offer of a place is issued in writing by the Head. Acceptance and payment of the registration fee are required within one week of the offer to secure the place; otherwise the offer will be withdrawn.

2. Acceptance is confirmed in writing and the registration fee must be paid within one week of the offer to secure the place; otherwise the offer is withdrawn. The registration fee is €2,000 and a security deposit of €1,500 apply; extra costs may apply for additional A Level or IGCSE courses or retake examinations. The Sixth-form Fees for 2024-25 are €17,200 for the first year and €17,900 for the second year, and these fees include textbooks, up to four subjects in the first year (three in the second), enrichment and the next steps programme.

3. Entry criteria require a high level of English; IGCSE examinations (or equivalent standard) are studied or completed; predicted grades of B/A in A Level subjects are expected, with overall predicted grades considered for new subjects. An entrance interview with the Head and passes at IGCSE (or equivalent) are required. Palma College does not offer Student Visas.
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