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St. George's British International School

Spain, Bilbao

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees €4,300 - 11,700
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 330
Type Co-educational
Opened 1956
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Swiss Curriculum
Taught languages Spanish, French
Typical class size 20
Strengths Sport, STEM, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

St. George's British International School Bilbao is a private British international school in Leioa, Biscay, Spain, established in 1956. It serves students aged 2 to 18 and follows the English National Curriculum, with Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge A Levels, and a Swiss Curriculum option. Multilingual education starts from age two, with language opportunities including Mandarin. The campus features purpose-built facilities with age-appropriate classrooms, science laboratories, a library, and subject-focused spaces, plus outdoor courts and an indoor multi-sport gym. The school is affiliated with Globeducate, linking it to a network of international British schools. Extracurricular offerings cover sport, music, arts, technology and languages. Highlights include the Greenpower project and computing and robotics for STEM, a Music School with instrument tuition and orchestra, and Mandarin language lessons. Theatre and performing arts activities, and a range of sports and dance options support students' academic and personal development. It serves international families with support.

Artazagane Auzoa, 51, 48940 Artatzagana, Biscay, Spain

The Essentials

St. George's British International School has 330 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.

Location
Leioa, Vizcaya 48940, Spain. Address: Artazagane 51, Leioa, 48940 Spain. The school is the only British school in Biscay and sits in the Bilbao metropolitan area.

Stages
Early Years (Pre-Nursery to Reception); Primary School; Secondary School; Sixth Form. Ages 2 to 18.

Type
Private British international school.

Additional learning support
The SEN Department provides professional help and practical support for teaching and learning. Educational Psychologists offer assessment and support for specific learning difficulties, emotional and behavioural issues, and gifted and talented learners, plus university preparation and support for families and teachers. Individual attention and coordinated plans are provided to help each student reach their potential.

Country affiliation
United Kingdom

School day structure
9:00 to 17:30
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
The school is certified by the Basque government and regulated by the British Council. Globeducate has implemented a framework for monitoring and improving quality throughout all its schools, called the Platinum Standard.
Fees

Annual tuition at St. George's British International School ranges from EUR 4,300 to EUR 11,700 for 2026/27.

One‑time application and re‑enrolment fees

- Admission (first year) fee: EUR 1,150.
- Re‑enrolment / place reservation fee: EUR 250 per year (refundable in September).

Tuition fees by year group (annual, plus monthly and per‑term equivalents)

Tuition is charged as an annual fee. The annual fee is normally paid in ten monthly instalments; for the 2nd year of Baccalaureate the annual fee is paid in nine monthly instalments. Monthly and per‑term equivalents shown below are simple arithmetic conversions of the published annual fee (monthly = annual ÷ 10; per term = annual ÷ 3) to give payment‑period views.

- Pre‑Nursery (half day, age 2): EUR 4,300 per year — monthly equivalent EUR 430; per‑term equivalent EUR 1,433.33.
- Pre‑Nursery (full, age 2): EUR 6,150 per year — monthly equivalent EUR 615; per‑term equivalent EUR 2,050.00.
- Nursery & Reception (ages 3–4): EUR 6,750 per year — monthly equivalent EUR 675; per‑term equivalent EUR 2,250.00.
- Year 1 (age 5): EUR 8,800 per year — monthly equivalent EUR 880; per‑term equivalent EUR 2,933.33.
- Years 2 & 3 (ages 6–7): EUR 10,150 per year — monthly equivalent EUR 1,015; per‑term equivalent EUR 3,383.33.
- Years 4 & 5 (ages 8–9): EUR 10,300 per year — monthly equivalent EUR 1,030; per‑term equivalent EUR 3,433.33.
- Years 6 & 7 (ages 10–11): EUR 10,500 per year — monthly equivalent EUR 1,050; per‑term equivalent EUR 3,500.00.
- Years 8–11 (ages 12–15): EUR 11,600 per year — monthly equivalent EUR 1,160; per‑term equivalent EUR 3,866.67.
- Year 12 & 2nd year of Baccalaureate (ages 16–17): EUR 11,700 per year — standard monthly equivalent EUR 1,170 (note: for the 2nd year of Baccalaureate the annual fee is paid in nine monthly instalments, i.e. EUR 1,300 per month).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Standard billing schedule: the annual tuition fee is normally payable in ten monthly instalments. There is an option to make a single annual payment that carries a discount. For the 2nd year of Baccalaureate the annual fee is payable in nine monthly instalments.
- One‑time yearly payment discount: a reduction of 2% is applied when the annual fee is paid in a single payment.
- School accident insurance: EUR 40 per year (annual charge).

Sibling discounts

- 3rd sibling: 25% discount on tuition.
- 4th sibling: 35% discount on tuition.
- 5th sibling: 75% discount on tuition.

Additional services and other mandatory or optional charges

- Canteen (school meals): EUR 1,960 per year (this charge is shown as mandatory and billed separately from tuition).
- Digital fee from Year 7 (iPad maintenance and three‑year finance): EUR 300 per year for the financed period; thereafter EUR 100 per year.
- One‑to‑one support (individual tuition / specialist support): EUR 50 per hour.
- School supplies (material escolar): Pre‑Nursery to Year 7 EUR 150 per year; Secondary to Baccalaureate EUR 115 per year.
- Swimming (curricular, Year 2 to Year 6): EUR 45 per year.
- Examination fees: official exam fees (Cambridge, IGCSEs, DELF, etc.) are not included in the tuition and are charged separately.
- Transport, additional extracurricular activities, and uniform charges are handled and charged separately from the published tuition.

Boarding

- Boarding is not listed among the services or charges; no boarding fees are published. (This school operates as a day school; boarding fees are therefore not applicable.)

Refund information

- The place reservation / re‑enrolment fee (EUR 250 per year) is refundable in September. The published materials do not list any other standard refundable fees.

Fee payment options

- The published fee schedule and fee document present the instalment structure, discounts and charge items but do not specify the accepted payment channels (for example, credit card, direct bank transfer, online payment portal). Parents should use the school finance contact to confirm accepted payment methods and any transaction details required for payment processing.

What the annual tuition fee covers

- The annual tuition fee includes guidance counselling and official exam preparation (instruction and preparation; the actual external examination fees are charged separately). VAT/taxes are not included in the published prices.

Brief note on items not fully specified in the published fee materials

- The published fees document provides the figures above, instalment structure, discounts and a list of additional charge items with amounts. It does not specify the school's accepted payment channels (card, bank transfer, online portal) or detailed term dates tied to instalments; those operational payment details require direct confirmation from the school's finance office.
Academics

St. George's British International School teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Swiss Curriculum for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
The school follows the English National Curriculum. Educational stages include Early Years (Pre‑Nursery to Reception), Primary School, Secondary School (with IGCSE), and Sixth Form (A‑Levels). Multilingual education starts from age two.

Exam Results
The school has a 100 per cent pass rate in the Spanish university entrance examinations (Selectividad); Cambridge English Language and DEFL (French) examinations show consistently excellent results; PISA results are well above the national average in the triannual tests held in year 10.

Higher Education Progression
The school opens doors to prestigious universities throughout Spain, the United Kingdom, the United States (USA) and Europe, and the rest of the world.

Gifted and Talented
A broad and balanced curriculum helps students discover and develop their own talents.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Personal, Social and Health Education (PSHE) is a learning programme designed to help children acquire the knowledge, understanding and skills they need to manage their lives. PSHE is integrated into all aspects of school life at St. George's. The PSHE course develops the qualities and attributes students need to thrive as individuals, family members, and members of society. We explore positive relationships, self-image and communication skills through day-to-day interactions. There are dedicated PSHE moments through Circle time and in PSHE classes.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The SEN Department aims to provide a professional, appropriate and effective support system to facilitate teaching and learning. Educational Psychologists have extensive training and experience in child and adolescent psychology and address issues including specific learning difficulties, emotional and behavioural problems, support for gifted and talented students and therapeutic intervention. The department identifies problems at early stages and offers short- or longer-term solutions. It provides individual attention and works in close cooperation with teachers and families to ensure that every child can fulfil their maximum academic and personal potential. The department offers diversity and psychological evaluation, university preparation, and support for families and teachers. Each case is monitored, and personalised programmes are established to ensure progress at the student's own pace.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
From age 2, St. George's provides multilingual education with strong English language immersion. All subjects are taught in English, with Spanish, Basque, and Social Studies taught in Spanish. The school follows the English National Curriculum. Personalised attention supports language development and learning progress. This English-language emphasis reflects the school's bilingual and international approach.

Mental Wellbeing
The school aims for every student to be happy to come to school each day. PSHE education helps students develop the knowledge, understanding and skills they need to manage their lives. PSHE is integrated into all aspects of school life and includes Circle time and dedicated PSHE moments. Safeguarding is a priority, and every staff member receives safeguarding training to identify issues and to ensure that adults do not pose a risk to students. The PSHE programme promotes positive relationships, self-image and communication skills as part of the school's wellbeing focus.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is a core priority. Every member of staff receives safeguarding training to identify personal issues that students may face and to ensure that adults do not pose a risk to them.
Parent Experience

History
Established in 1956, St. George's British International School Bilbao is a private British international school. It offers a multilingual education for students aged two to 18 and follows the English National Curriculum with innovative teaching methods and personalised attention to help every student reach their potential. It is the only British school in Biscay and is located at Artazagane 51, Leioa, Vizcaya 48940, Spain. It is affiliated with Globeducate, aligning with a network of international British schools.

Community
St. George's Bilbao fosters an international, inclusive community through partnerships with WWF, Eco Schools, and UN Sustainable Goals that connect students to global environmental challenges. The school promotes wellbeing and a broad range of experiences through School Life, Outdoor Learning, and Extracurricular activities. The PTA organizes events such as festivals, workshops, markets and celebrations, including a World Culture Day, to strengthen community ties.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The PTA at St. George's British International School Bilbao is an association made up of parents and teaching staff who actively work together to enrich the educational experience of all students. The mission is to strengthen the relationship between families and the school by promoting the active involvement of parents in their children's learning and school life. The PTA's functions include collaboration between families, supporting initiatives, events, fundraising, communication with the school management, and promoting student well-being. It organizes events and activities that strengthen ties between families, such as festivals, workshops, markets and celebrations, and supports academic, sporting, cultural and social initiatives that complement the curriculum. It also provides a channel for concerns and suggestions from families to the school management and promotes student well-being through inclusion and emotional health programmes. To get involved, contact ptapresident@bisstgeorges.com or attend information meetings.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school has excellent purpose-built facilities designed to meet students' needs at every stage of their educational journey. The architecture provides ample space and natural light, with subject-focused areas to support teaching across the curriculum. The school serves students from age two to 18.

Sports Facilities
We have outdoor courts for a variety of sports and a multi-sports indoor gymnasium for activities including dance and gymnastics.

Academic Facilities
The classrooms and laboratories are designed for the age groups they serve, with spaces adapted to each year. The labs are well-equipped and spacious, enabling safe scientific experimentation. The library provides a quiet study environment that supports independent research and information-seeking skills.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extracurricular activities form a full programme designed to enhance skills in sport, music, arts, technology and languages. Offerings include skating, boxing, basketball, football, tennis, dance, computing and robotics, Mandarin lessons, the Greenpower project and theatre. The Music School provides instrument tuition (piano, guitar (acoustic and electric), violin, viola and flute), as well as Music Theory, Vocal Training and Orchestra.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school offers a full and fun-packed programme of extracurricular activities designed to enhance skills in sporting, musical, artistic, technological and linguistic areas. Computing and robotics is offered as an extracurricular area, teaching students to program robots to perform tasks, fostering creativity and problem-solving. Greenpower UK is included to engage students in STEM by designing and racing electric cars.

Arts & Creative
The school offers theatre, vocal training, music theory, instrument tuition, orchestra and dance, plus St. George's Music Live. Music tuition includes piano, guitar, violin, viola, flute and other instruments, with opportunities for vocal training and orchestra. These activities develop creative expression and performance.

Cultural & Language
Mandarin lessons are available as part of the extracurricular offering. If a group of students expresses interest in a language, the school may arrange an instructor to add the activity. The programme supports multilingual and cross-cultural experiences through language activities.

Social & Hobbies
A photography group can be added if students share a common interest and an instructor is found. The programme also includes theatre, dance and other performing arts as social and hobby activities within the arts spectrum.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Physical activities help students to develop coordination and motor skills while promoting values such as respect, self-esteem, companionship and teamwork. Students can choose from skating, tennis, basketball and football. Dance and other performing arts provide expressive outlets that support wellbeing as part of the broader extracurricular programme.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction in most classes; Basque and Spanish language classes are taught, and Social Studies (Sociales) are taught in Spanish. English is taught from day one; Spanish is introduced from Reception; Basque from Year 2; French from Year 7. Multilingual education begins from age 2. The school is gradually transitioning to the English National Curriculum across the entire school, with completion targeted for 2025.

Bilingual Teaching
Yes. All classes are taught in English, with Basque and Spanish taught as language subjects. Spanish is introduced from Reception; Basque from Year 2; French from Year 7. The school teaches the English National Curriculum from Pre-Nursery to Year 10, and the Spanish National Bilingual Curriculum in secondary and post-16; a gradual transition to the full English National Curriculum across the whole school will be completed by 2025.
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1: Get in touch. Get in touch by filling out the contact form on this page or by calling 94 463 36 92 from 9:00 to 17:30, Monday to Friday. We are currently accepting applications for all year groups. A member of the admissions team will respond to discuss the next steps.
Step 2: Arrange a visit. Arrange a personalised visit to the school to see classrooms and facilities, meet the teachers and ask questions. You'll also learn about school fees and the term calendar during the visit.
Step 3: Complete the admissions form. If you decide that St. George's is the right choice for your child, download the admissions forms, fill them in and return them; the school will confirm your child's place.
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