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Queen's College

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English, Spanish
Fees €7,350 - 13,031
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 400
Type Co-educational
Opened 1977
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE
Taught languages English, Spanish, French, German
Typical class size 15
Strengths Languages, Visual and Creative Arts, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Queen's College in Palma, Majorca, offers a British National Curriculum and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Founded in 1977, it serves about 400 pupils aged 3 to 18 and operates as a day school with NABSS membership and Balearic Ministry of Education authorisation to provide British education to students of all nationalities. The curriculum is broad and demanding, designed to prepare pupils for GCSEs, A-levels and the IB DP, while allowing homologation to Spanish qualifications when selected Spanish subjects are studied. The campus sits on the site of a former convent overlooking the bay, with purpose-built classrooms arranged around patios and extensive indoor and outdoor spaces for learning. Experienced staff guide university applications, and graduates have gained places at Imperial College, Columbia, ESSEC, Oxford and Cambridge. The school emphasises leadership, cooperation and adaptability through exams, extracurriculars and community service. The environment blends academic challenge with personal development and wellbeing throughout.

The Essentials

Queen's College has 400 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English, Spanish.

Location

An idyllic location in a residential area overlooking Palma Bay, near woodland and Bellver Castle.

Stages

Primary (Nursery to Year 6) and Secondary (Year 7 to Year 13), including Foundation Stage Nursery and Reception; Key Stage 1 (Y1–Y2); Key Stage 2 (Y3–Y6). Secondary runs from Year 7 to Year 13 (Key Stage 3 Y7–9; Key Stage 4 Y10–11; 6th Form Y12–Y13).

Type

International school following the British National Curriculum; day school.

Pupil Nationality Mix

Most pupils are British or Spanish, with representation from many other nationalities.

Additional learning support

The school recognises that every pupil is unique and aims to meet their needs within the facilities available; it does not specialise in support for specific learning needs.

Country affiliation

British education in Spain; NABSS member.

School day structure

The school day begins at 08:50 and doors open at 08:30. End times vary by level, but classes finish around 15:50 for most students, with extra-curricular activities running until 17:00.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement

The school has a Regulation School Uniform for Nursery through Year 2; Year 3–Year 6; and Year 7–Year 13 (Boys/Girls). All uniform items should be labelled with pupil's name. The Regulation uniform shop is located on the school premises; e-mail: uniforms@queenscollege.es.

Food Options

An optional full meal is provided in the canteen, prepared daily in the school's own kitchen and served in several service turns. A packed lunch option is also available. Only sixth-form students may leave the school at lunchtime.

House System

All pupils in Year 1 to Year 13 are assigned to one of four houses, Earth, Fire, Air or Water. The houses compete in many activities; at the end of the year the winning house is announced and its captains receive the trophy. Pupils can earn house points daily for high standards of work and behaviour, and for generosity of spirit.

Governance and Ownership

The school is owned and operated by Bonanova English School S.L. The web pages identify Bonanova English School S.L. as the titular entity, with address C/ Joan de Saridakis, 64, Palma, and contact details. The school is authorized by the Balearic Ministry of Education to provide British education and is a NABSS member.
Fees

Annual tuition at Queen's College ranges from EUR 7,350 to EUR 13,031 for 2026/27.

Tuition fees (annual / per term / per month)

- Infantil (Early Years): EUR 7,350 (annual advanced) · EUR 7,607 (annual) · EUR 2,606 (per term) · EUR 820 (per month).
- Preescolar: EUR 7,900 (annual advanced) · EUR 8,177 (annual) · EUR 2,801 (per term) · EUR 882 (per month).
- Year 1: EUR 8,500 (annual advanced) · EUR 8,798 (annual) · EUR 3,014 (per term) · EUR 950 (per month).
- Year 2: EUR 8,750 (annual advanced) · EUR 9,056 (annual) · EUR 3,103 (per term) · EUR 978 (per month).
- Year 3: EUR 9,000 (annual advanced) · EUR 9,315 (annual) · EUR 3,191 (per term) · EUR 1,005 (per month).
- Year 4: EUR 9,500 (annual advanced) · EUR 9,833 (annual) · EUR 3,369 (per term) · EUR 1,060 (per month).
- Year 5: EUR 9,975 (annual advanced) · EUR 10,324 (annual) · EUR 3,537 (per term) · EUR 1,115 (per month).
- Year 6: EUR 10,500 (annual advanced) · EUR 10,868 (annual) · EUR 3,723 (per term) · EUR 1,172 (per month).
- Year 7: EUR 11,100 (annual advanced) · EUR 11,489 (annual) · EUR 3,936 (per term) · EUR 1,240 (per month).
- Year 8: EUR 11,720 (annual advanced) · EUR 12,130 (annual) · EUR 4,156 (per term) · EUR 1,310 (per month).
- Year 9: EUR 11,990 (annual advanced) · EUR 12,410 (annual) · EUR 4,252 (per term) · EUR 1,340 (per month).
- Year 10–11: EUR 12,500 (annual advanced) · EUR 12,938 (annual) · EUR 4,433 (per term) · EUR 1,395 (per month).
- Year 12–13*: EUR 12,590 (annual advanced) · EUR 13,031 (annual) · EUR 4,465 (per term) · EUR 1,405 (per month). (Note: school‑related materials for Year 12 and Year 13 are not included in these fees.)

Application, registration and initial deposit

- Registration fee (Matrícula): EUR 500 for Year 1–Year 13; EUR 800 for Nursery and Reception (first-time registration).
- Initial deposit: EUR 1,200.

Other costs and optional services

- School meals (Comedor): Nursery–Year 2: EUR 150 per month. Year 3–Year 13: EUR 155 charged over 10 months; EUR 10 for a single day; EUR 190 for a single month.
- Packed lunch service (alternative): Year 3–Year 13: EUR 35 per month.
- Uniform: Uniform is obtained through the school's official uniform shop located on campus (contact: uniforms@queenscollege.es). Purchases are made directly with the school's uniform shop.
- Extra‑curricular activities: a range of after‑school activities is available; fees for specific activities are handled separately.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Payment methods and mandate: Fees are required to be paid by direct debit (domiciliación bancaria); receipts are issued to the company name BONANOVA ENGLISH SCHOOL S.L.
- Monthly billing: Ten monthly instalments are issued; monthly payments are collected before the 25th of the preceding month (September payment may be collected before the 5th of September).
- Term (trimestral) billing: Term invoices are issued on these dates: 1st term 4 September · 2nd term 15 December · 3rd term 15 March. If a term invoice is not paid within 10 days of issue, the annual arrangements will be converted to monthly billing.
- Annual billing: The annual fee is billed on 1 September. If it is not paid within 10 days, the annual charge will be converted to termly billing. The annual‑advanced option is billed on the school's stated advance billing date (the school issues the invoice for the annual‑advanced fee in June for the coming school year).
- Missed or late payments: Failure to meet payment deadlines results in automatic conversion of the chosen tariff to the monthly tariff retroactively; if a pupil does not complete the full academic year, the monthly tariff applies for the months actually attended. Returned direct debit payments incur the bank's return charges plus EUR 30 administrative handling, payable on demand.

Boarding

- The school operates as a day school (no boarding facility).

Refunds and adjustments

- Returned payment handling: Returned direct debits incur the bank's return charges plus an administrative fee of EUR 30.
- Fee adjustments on withdrawal or non‑completion: If a pupil does not complete the course, fees are treated under the monthly tariff for the months attended; unpaid or changed payment schedules may be converted retroactively as described under payment terms.

Fee payment options accepted

- Direct debit (domiciliación bancaria) is the mandatory payment method for school fees; invoices are issued in the name BONANOVA ENGLISH SCHOOL S.L. No alternative payment methods are specified in the school's published fee regulations.
Academics

Queen's College teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum

The curriculum is designed to be broad, relevant and demanding. It equips students with confidence, skills, knowledge and the preparation needed to meet challenges beyond the school. It stimulates intellectual curiosity. It extends beyond the classroom. It maximizes opportunities for students to take responsibility for their own learning.

Exam Results

Assessment informs learning and future planning. In Primary, assessment relies on teacher observations, with Baseline assessments in Early Years; regular checks in Key Stages 1 and 2, and formal Year 6 assessments in Literacy, Numeracy, Science and cross-curricular topics in November and May. In Secondary, work is evaluated daily with end-of-year examinations in all subjects. External examinations include GCSEs and GCE AS/A Levels; AS level passes average 94% and A level passes 100%, with an average of 4.3 A‑Levels per student, and an average Spanish Selectividad score of 8.1.

Higher Education Progression

Most Sixth Form students pursue higher education in the United Kingdom and Spain. Some have gained places at Cambridge, Oxford, and the London School of Economics. In the past five years destinations have included universities such as Nottingham, Bath, Bristol, Leeds, Manchester, York, Greenwich, and University College London, as well as international institutions like the University of British Columbia.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

We believe that for children to reach their full potential, the school attends to all their needs: academic, physical, social and emotional. A psychologist is employed to address these needs. The psychologist works one-to-one with pupils who may have learning, behavioural, social or emotional problems, as referred by teaching staff. The psychologist also works with pupils who contact her directly to discuss specific problems. The psychologist communicates and collaborates with parents to tackle problems and with staff to ensure issues are addressed appropriately, efficiently and effectively.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

The school recognises that each child is unique and aims to meet the educational needs of every pupil. Where a pupil has specific educational needs, every effort is made to enable them to overcome these within the resources available at the school. The school does not specialise in supporting particular categories of special needs. Parents are strongly advised to discuss any known difficulties with the school when applying for admission to ensure these difficulties can be met.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Except at Nursery level, entry requires a good grasp of the English language, both spoken and written, at a level appropriate to the pupil's development.

Mental Wellbeing

The school believes that if children are to reach their full potential, it must attend to all their needs, including emotional and social needs. A psychologist is employed to support mental wellbeing, providing one-to-one work with pupils who may have emotional or behavioural difficulties, and to discuss issues directly with pupils who contact her. The psychologist communicates with and involves parents and staff to address problems effectively, ensuring appropriate support is available.

Safeguarding

The welfare framework includes a psychologist who provides welfare support and works with parents and staff to monitor and address concerns, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for pupils.
Parent Experience

History

Queen's College was founded in 1977 and serves about 400 students aged three to eighteen. It follows the British National Curriculum, preparing students for GCSE and GCE A-level examinations. Equivalent qualifications from the Spanish education system can be obtained by those who also take selected Spanish subjects, enabling entry to Spanish universities via the EU Direct Access system. The school is located on the site of a former convent in Palma, overlooking the bay, with purpose-built classrooms arranged around patios. It is authorized by the Baleares Ministry of Education to provide British education to students of all nationalities and is an inspected and approved NABSS member.

Community

Students, their parents, and all staff form a closely knit community. Close contact between school and home is an essential feature of school life. Newsletters are issued regularly, and management and staff are happy to meet parents to discuss students' progress or concerns. The entire school community comes together at various social events during the year, and parents are welcome to participate in class excursions and other activities.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

Solidarios is a humanitarian program at Queen's College that aims to help students develop empathy for others and to act to assist those in need. The principal fundraising event is the Christmas Fair, held annually in mid-November, along with other sponsored activities to support a range of local and international causes. The program also includes charitable activities to benefit communities beyond the school. The Solidarios program involves students, parents, and staff in organizing and participating in these charitable events.
Facilities

Facilities Overview

Queen's College is a progressive and forward-thinking school with outstanding facilities and a long tradition of academic excellence. It is close to the city of Palma, yet set in idyllic natural surroundings, a unique location that creates a peaceful atmosphere for learning. The close-knit community helps students develop life-long relationships and opportunities beyond the classroom to enhance leadership and personal management skills. Queen's College has offered the A Level programme since 1977 and is an IB World School offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP). The school provides indoor and outdoor spaces for learning and offers experienced guidance in the university application process, with a track record of access to top universities worldwide, including Imperial College, Columbia University, ESSEC, Oxford, and Cambridge.

Academic Facilities

The school offers the A Level programme since 1977 and the IB Diploma Programme (IB DP) as an IB World School. Indoor and outdoor spaces support a range of teaching and learning activities, including lectures, tutorials, one-on-one sessions, group work and individual study. Experienced staff guide the university application process. Graduates have gained places at top universities worldwide, including Imperial College, Columbia University, ESSEC, Oxford, and Cambridge.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

Queen's College was founded in 1977 and educates around 400 pupils aged 3 to 18. The curriculum is based on the British National Curriculum, with supplementary studies from Spain's Ministry of Education for Spanish-speaking students and others. Students aged 15 to 18 sit GCSE and A-Level examinations, while the Spanish section provides homologations to the Graduado en Educación Secundaria and Bachillerato, enabling access to university under the EU system. The school emphasizes exam success while promoting a broad education that develops leadership, cooperation and adaptability.

Arts & Creative

Art is offered as an extracurricular activity, with an Art club for Year 7-9. These after-school activities extend classroom work, allowing students to start and develop interests and acquire new skills. The arts program supports creative exploration alongside academic study.

Cultural & Language

Queen's Lingua provides a team of native, experienced teachers. Learning is experiential, with English as the vehicle language in classrooms and a focus on conversation and real-life situations. External examinations are available at any level under European or Cambridge frameworks. The school supports multilingual learning and offers exposure to English, Spanish, Catalan, German and French in an international setting.

Social & Hobbies

Extra-curricular activities complement classwork by enabling students to develop interests and learn new skills. Current offerings include Little Penguins (N-Y2), Psychomotricidad (N-R), Homework Club (Y2-6 and Y7-9), German (Y3-6), Science (Y6-9), Chinese (Y7-13), Art (Y7-9) and Study Group (Y10). Sports for Year 2-6 include football, judo and rhythmic gymnastics.

Community & Service

The school fosters a humanitarian community that respects and cares for all members and encourages students to empathize with others and take action to help. The main fundraising event is the Christmas Fair, held each year in mid-November, which supports local and international causes.

Leadership & Professional

From Year 7, the Careers team provides information about higher education and career choices. All Year 11 and Year 12 students have individual interviews with the Careers Advisor. A structured careers education program in Year 12 and Year 13 provides guidance on applying to higher education, including UK universities, with the process conducted electronically by the school. The school hosts university representatives and organizes visits to university fairs in the UK and Spain.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

The school aims to meet students' academic, physical, social and emotional needs to help them reach their potential. A school psychologist works with students who may have learning, behavioural, social or emotional challenges, offering individualized support and collaborating with parents and teachers to ensure effective assistance.
Languages

Language Provision

The school teaches in English and offers language study in English, Spanish, Catalan, German and French.

Bilingual Teaching

Queen's College provides a British education in English. Entry requires a good grasp of English, spoken and written. A complementary official Spanish programme is available for students who choose to pursue Spanish qualifications.

Immersion Programs

Queen's Lingua provides English-language immersion with native and qualified teachers for all levels, from early years through exams. Classes are small and designed for immersion in English. Summer School offers an immersive English experience for local and international students, with an optional Spanish as a Foreign Language session for non-Spanish speakers.
Reputation

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Admissions

Admissions

Submit Preliminary Enquiry Form for admission. The form is available for download and initiates the admissions process. It helps the college provide relevant information about entry timelines and next steps. This form is the first step for prospective families seeking a place at Queen's College.

Entry to Queen's College is through interview and assessment at all levels. The process ensures candidates are suitable for the program and community. Applicants from other schools must provide academic reports and, if requested, a character reference from their Head Teacher. The college may request additional information during the admissions process.

Pupils coming from other schools must provide copies of their most recent academic reports. If requested, a personal reference from the Head Teacher may be provided. The school requires that all applicants (except nursery) have a good grasp of the English language, spoken and written, at a level appropriate to their stage of development.

The form of assessment depends on the level of entry. Primary Department pupils spend a morning in the classroom to experience life at Queen's and to help the class teacher assess suitability. Secondary Department pupils take a test in English and Mathematics and, where applicable, Spanish. Sixth Form (years 12 and 13) entry depends on GCSE results and a personal reference from the previous school.

Scholarships

The Sisu Award is presented annually to Year 13 students in recognition of effort and perseverance. The award is based on specific results-based criteria, and there is no limit to the number of awards. The award consists of a monetary prize: a refund of 50% of the final year's annual school fee. The criteria require achieving the equivalent of 4 A grades at GCE A-level and demonstrating the academic and personal qualities expected of a Queen's College student. The concept behind the award name, SISU, reflects strength of will, determination, perseverance, and rational action in adversity.
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