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St. George Madrid

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees €8,950 - 19,440
Ages 1 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 750
Type Co-educational
Opened 2010
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Cambridge IGCSE, IB (DP)
Taught languages Spanish, French, German
Typical class size 18
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

St. George Madrid is a British private international school enrolling students from 1 to 18. The curriculum combines the English National Curriculum with the IPC in the Primary Years and offers IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme in the final years, preparing learners for top universities worldwide. The school supports early English language development for infants, and its multilingual environment encourages proficiency in Spanish, French and German, taught by native speakers alongside English instruction by native British teachers. The 2.5-hectare campus houses five science laboratories, an ICT suite and a 450-seat theatre, plus drama and music facilities, a library and a full-time nurse. A 25-metre outdoor pool, astro-turf pitch and multiple courts enable extensive sport. Activities extend beyond the classroom through ISP clubs such as Artists, Activists, Chess Masters, Cultural Exchange and Model United Nations, fostering international collaboration and leadership through Future Pathways and UNICEF-aligned service initiatives worldwide and beyond.

C. de los Padres Dominicos, 1, Hortaleza, 28050 Madrid, Spain

The Essentials

St. George Madrid has 750 pupils, typical class sizes of 18, instruction in English.

Location

Calle de los Padres Dominicos, 1, Madrid, ES. Located in Sanchinarro, a modern residential area in northern Madrid.

Stages

Infants (20 months - 4 years); Primary School (ages 5-11); Secondary School (ages 11-16); IB Diploma Programme (ages 16-18).

Type

British private international school.

Pupil Nationality Mix

Welcoming students from over 40 nationalities.

Country affiliation

Britain (British curriculum).

Bus service

Reliable school bus service with morning and afternoon routes; routes cover the city; buses supervised by adult chaperones.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement

The school has a full uniform with summer and winter uniforms, and a PE kit. Coats, socks and accessories such as hats, scarves and hairbands are navy blue. Items worn at school must be named with the student's surname and given name in a visible location. Uniforms can be purchased at the El Corte Inglés uniform department in Sanchinarro or online for collection at any Corte Inglés.

Food Options

The school has its own kitchen and dining room. Menus are designed by nutritional specialists and supervised by the school management. Personalised menus are available for students with special dietary needs. Menus are published monthly through the parents' portal.

House System

The school has four houses. Students join a School House on entry and remain in it until graduation. A house points system rewards achievements in sports, academics, creativity and values. Events include Sports Day, oratory competitions and talent shows; the leading house wins the Annual House Shield.

Governance and Ownership

St. George Madrid is part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP) network of private international schools.
Fees

Annual tuition at St. George Madrid ranges from EUR 8,950 to EUR 19,440 for 2026/27.

Application & registration fees
- Registration fee (new students): EUR 1,870 (one‑time, non‑refundable).
- Enrolment / Re‑enrolment fee (new and existing students): EUR 550 (annual; payable in March; refundable if the pupil remains enrolled at the start of the next academic year and deducted from the first invoice for new starters).

Tuition fees by year group (annual / per term / per month)
- Infants — Pre‑Nursery: Annual EUR 8,580; Per term (3 instalments) EUR 2,860.00; Monthly (10 payments Sep–Jun) EUR 858.00.
- Infants — Nursery: Annual EUR 10,350; Per term EUR 3,450.00; Monthly EUR 1,035.00.
- Infants — Reception: Annual EUR 10,350; Per term EUR 3,450.00; Monthly EUR 1,035.00.
- Primary — Year 1–2: Annual EUR 12,300; Per term EUR 4,100.00; Monthly EUR 1,230.00.
- Primary — Year 3–4: Annual EUR 13,080; Per term EUR 4,360.00; Monthly EUR 1,308.00.
- Primary — Year 5–6: Annual EUR 13,250; Per term EUR 4,416.67; Monthly EUR 1,325.00.
- Secondary — Year 7: Annual EUR 15,000; Per term EUR 5,000.00; Monthly EUR 1,500.00.
- Secondary — Year 8: Annual EUR 15,000; Per term EUR 5,000.00; Monthly EUR 1,500.00.
- Secondary — Year 9: Annual EUR 16,370; Per term EUR 5,456.67; Monthly EUR 1,637.00.
- Secondary — Year 10–11: Annual EUR 16,860; Per term EUR 5,620.00; Monthly EUR 1,686.00.
- IB Diploma — Year 12–13: Annual EUR 18,610; Per term EUR 6,203.33; Monthly EUR 1,861.00.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Payment frequency options: monthly (10 monthly payments, September–June; invoices/charges issued between the 1st and 5th of each month), termly (3 payments on 1 September, 1 January and 1 April) or annually (single payment).
- Monthly payments must be by direct debit (SEPA) or via bank transfer; the school notes SEPA direct debit is required for monthly arrangements and returned direct debit charges apply (EUR 30). Annual payments by bank transfer or card can be processed without extra cost.
- A discount of 5% is available if tuition is paid in advance for the full year (families must notify and meet the school's stated deadlines). The third child from the same family receives a 30% reduction on tuition and the re‑enrolment fee.
- Late payment: interest and recovery costs may be charged on overdue sums (the school may charge interest at a discretionary rate and recover collection costs). The school reserves the right to suspend services for non‑payment and to treat prolonged non‑payment as termination.

Optional / additional fees and regular extras
- Breakfast Club (Pre‑Nursery to Year 6): EUR 70 per month.
- School bus service (optional): One‑way EUR 145 per month; Return EUR 235 per month.
- Canteen/lunch is included within tuition fees; uniforms, school trips and external examination fees (IGCSE, IBDP) are not included and are charged separately. Co‑curricular activities, some educational trips and summer school carry additional charges.
- Returned direct debit/bank charge for failed direct debits: EUR 30.

Refunds, withdrawal and notice
- Enrolment / re‑enrolment fee: refundable if the pupil remains enrolled at the start of the new academic year (the amount is credited against the first tuition invoice for new starters).
- General refund policy: tuition and other fees are not refunded for absence through sickness, for a shortened term, for vacation extensions, or for temporary school closures except in genuinely exceptional circumstances or where there is a legal obligation to refund.
- Notice and fees in lieu: parents must provide notice in the timeframes required by the school; withdrawal without the required notice will trigger fees in lieu of notice (the school's terms define fees in lieu as the full fee for the current month and the next month and other contractual consequences for short notice).

Boarding
- Boarding / residence: Not applicable. St. George Madrid operates as a day school and does not provide boarding/residence services for pupils.

Fee payment options (forms of payment accepted)
- Accepted methods include SEPA direct debit for monthly payments, bank transfer and card payments for annual or other payments; cash is generally not accepted except in limited circumstances and the school may require identity checks for payments in certain cases. Returned direct debits incur a charge.
Academics

St. George Madrid teaches British Curriculum, IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Cambridge IGCSE, IB (DP) for students aged 1 to 18.

Curriculum

The school teaches a British curriculum from Early Years to Sixth Form. Infants (20 months–4 years) begin with native-level English education and skill development in a nurturing environment. Primary School (ages 5–11) follows a blend of the British and International Primary Curriculum, building confidence and essential life skills. Secondary School (ages 11–16) follows the IGCSE and IB Diploma curricula. IB Diploma (ages 16–18) provides academic excellence with personalised support to develop resilience and independence, preparing students for top universities and future challenges. The school emphasises a personalised learning journey, multilingualism, international opportunities and life and career pathways.

Exam Results

IGCSE and IB Diploma results are consistently outstanding.

Higher Education Progression

Future Pathways provides personalised guidance for university and career choices as part of Life and Career Pathways. Specialists guide students through university and career planning, with exclusive scholarships to study with some of the world's most renowned institutions.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Life competencies underpin social and emotional development. Core values include respect, resilience, empathy and responsibility. Life Competencies are embedded through the Camtree framework, delivered via Cambridge International Schools Partnership, helping students reflect, adapt and grow with confidence, make informed decisions and build strong relationships. The curriculum supports leadership and teamwork through international opportunities and a broad range of activities, extending learning beyond the classroom. Multilingualism complements SEL by fostering communication and collaboration in diverse environments.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English is the language of instruction across the school, with native-level English education in the Infant year groups and continued English-language curricula throughout Primary and Secondary. The school follows the British curriculum from Early Years to Sixth Form, providing a seamless and high-quality learning journey. International learning includes multilingualism; students are encouraged to explore a range of world languages while strengthening their home language and learning at least one world language. This approach supports communication, collaboration and leadership in global environments.

Mental Wellbeing

Wellbeing support is provided by form tutors (secondary) and class teachers (primary and infants). The school also has pastoral teams, an Additional Learning Needs team, a School Counsellor and an Exams Access Arrangements manager to support students' mental health and learning needs. Attendance and welfare are monitored to ensure students feel safe and supported. Safeguarding and wellbeing are integrated into daily school life to create a nurturing environment for every student. Counselling services are available as needed.

Safeguarding

St. George Madrid is committed to safeguarding, prioritising safety, health and happiness for every pupil. Students learn in a safe and supportive environment with clear child protection measures in place. A safeguarding team leads safeguarding practice, including a designated safeguarding lead (Tommy Douglas). Safety measures include a secure, fenced campus, daily student registration, and wellbeing support from form tutors and class teachers. Pastoral teams, an Additional Learning Needs team, a School Counsellor and an Exams Access Arrangements manager provide safeguarding- and wellbeing-related support. Attendance monitoring via the parent portal ensures timely contact for unconfirmed absences.
Parent Experience

Community

The school offers a broad program of sports, music programs, workshops, and creative clubs that foster talent, curiosity and holistic development. It welcomes students from more than 40 nationalities, creating a multicultural community. As part of International Schools Partnership (ISP), St. George Madrid participates in international programs and Learning.First to develop confident, globally minded learners. Students have opportunities such as Model United Nations, international chess tournaments, and collaborative ISP projects that cultivate critical thinking, teamwork and leadership.
Facilities

Facilities Overview

At St. George Madrid, interactive smart boards are in every classroom, and the campus is spacious with dedicated areas for science, arts, sports and recreation. The space is an enclosed, secure environment focused on pupil well-being. Learning spaces include five science labs, an ICT suite for IGCSE/IB pathways, a 450‑seat theatre, a drama studio, music rooms, a large dining hall, a library and a medical room with a full‑time nurse. Outdoor facilities include a 25‑meter outdoor swimming pool, an astro-turf football pitch, a covered multi‑sport court, three open‑air multi‑sport courts and separate playgrounds for infants, primary and secondary students. A Sixth Form centre supports independent and group work.

Sports Facilities

There is an outdoor 25‑m swimming pool for lessons and recreational activities. An astro‑turf football pitch supports football and other sports. A covered multi‑sport hard court accommodates various activities and events. Three open‑air multi‑sport courts provide additional space for physical activity.

Academic Facilities

Five fully equipped science labs support hands‑on learning and core practicals. An ICT suite provides space for IGCSE/IB pathways and advanced technology. A theatre seats 450 for performances and gatherings. A drama studio is used for drama classes, conferences and exhibitions. Music rooms serve both primary and secondary students. A shared library promotes reading and research. The campus includes a Sixth Form centre for independent and group work. The school offers the IB Diploma Programme and is accredited by NABSS, Cambridge International, IB, NEASC and Pearson.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Students participate in ISP programmes such as ISP Artists, ISP Activists, ISP Chess Masters, ISP Cultural Exchange, ISP Scientists, ISP Filmmakers, ISP Virtual Exchange and ISP Model United Nations, which provide international opportunities and collaboration across ISP schools.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

The school follows the English National Curriculum from Early Years through Sixth Form, with Spanish Language and Social Studies taught to validate the studies. All subjects are taught in English by native British teachers, while Spanish, French and German are taught by native speakers of each language. In the final two years, the IB Diploma Programme is offered in English. The Primary curriculum blends the English National Curriculum with the International Primary Curriculum (IPC).

Arts & Creative

The school offers a wide range of activities including clubs and creative programmes. These activities supplement classroom learning and provide opportunities for students to express creativity through arts, music and performance. The school fosters creative exploration through school life and various clubs.

Cultural & Language

Multilingualism is central to learning; international learning is part of the school's DNA, and students are encouraged to explore a range of world languages. They strengthen their home language while learning at least one world language, ensuring communication and collaboration in global contexts. All subjects are taught in English by native British teachers, while Spanish, French and German are taught by native speakers of those languages. The school welcomes students from over 40 nationalities, creating a multicultural environment.

Social & Hobbies

There is a wide range of extracurricular activities after school hours, starting at 4:30pm, on a spacious campus. International opportunities include Model United Nations, international chess tournaments, and collaborative projects that develop critical thinking, teamwork and leadership. Students participate in clubs, sports and creative programmes as part of school life.

Community & Service

Students participate in charity events such as Christmas Jumper Day and International Day, supporting local and global causes. The school is a UNICEF Child Friendly School, focusing on fostering kindness, empathy and social responsibility. These experiences help students make a positive difference in their communities.

Leadership & Professional

Future Pathways is a personalised programme that helps students explore opportunities and make informed decisions about universities or careers. It provides specialist guidance and industry connections to refine goals and access opportunities aligned with students' ambitions. Through exclusive scholarships, they can study with some of the world's most renowned institutions.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

The campus spans two and a half hectares and includes facilities such as a 25-metre swimming pool, sports facilities and laboratories. A wide range of sports, after-school activities and clubs supports physical fitness and wellbeing. The school's core values—personal best, respect, resilience, empathy and responsibility—shape students' wellbeing and social development.
Languages

Language Provision

English is the main language of instruction across the school. Spanish is taught extensively to develop the host language and support mother tongue development, with a programme for non-Spanish speakers. French and German are taught as additional languages by native speakers. In the IB Diploma, Language A options include Spanish and English, and Language B options include English, French and German; Spanish B is provided for international students; EAL support is available to help learners access the curriculum.

Bilingual Teaching

English is the main language of instruction from Pre-Nursery upwards, with all subjects taught in English by native British teachers. Spanish, French and German are taught by native speakers of each language. An English as an Additional Language (EAL) program supports students who need extra English language development. In the final two years, the IB Diploma program is offered in English.

Immersion Programs

Infants begin with total immersion in English at age 2 through the EYFS programme, in a fully English-speaking environment. English is used across the curriculum, while Spanish is taught extensively to develop students' mother tongue. French and German are taught by native speakers as part of the school's multilingual provision.
Reputation

Awards

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Accreditations

NABSS; Cambridge International; internationalcurriculum.com; IB; NEASC; Pearson Qualifications; intaward
Admissions

Admissions

Six-step admissions journey: 01 Initial enquiry: Reach out to our Admissions Team or complete the online enquiry form to express interest and ask initial questions. 02 Schedule a school tour: Book a personalised tour to explore our private school in Madrid, meet staff and experience our learning environment. Virtual Open Days are available. 03 Application submission: Submit the application form along with required documents, such as previous school reports and any relevant student information. 04 Assessment and interview: An academic assessment and/or informal interview with our academic team will be arranged to ensure we can meet the student's needs. 05 Offer and acceptance: Official offer issued; families sign the enrolment agreement and pay the required fees. 06 Welcome to St. George Madrid: Prior to the first day, families receive essential details to ensure a smooth transition, including uniforms, timetables and orientation. Educational system: St. George Madrid follows the English National Curriculum; in the final two years (ages 17 and 18), the IB Diploma program is offered in English. All subjects are taught in English by native British teachers, apart from Spanish, French and German, which are taught by native speakers. The school is part of International Schools Partnership (ISP).

Scholarships

Future Pathways is a personalized program that provides guidance and access to exclusive scholarships, offering opportunities to study at some of the world's most prestigious institutions.
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