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The Ark Christian School

Spain, Málaga

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees €4,545 - 9,005
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 350
Type Co-educational
Opened 2009
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Catholic Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Taught languages English, Spanish
Typical class size 20
Strengths Languages, Performing Arts, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

The Ark Christian School is a British international school in Las Lagunas de Mijas, Málaga, serving children aged 3 to 18. It follows the British National Curriculum for ages 3-18, including the EYFS framework for the early years, leading to Cambridge IGCSE examinations and Cambridge A Levels. The school is an independent, charitable (non-profit) organisation with its own statutes and a four-member Board drawn from the Ark Christian Church community; the Headteacher collaborates closely with the Board. The curriculum combines a British and Spanish study framework, with Spanish literacy taught as a core subject and Spanish language enrichment integrated across years. Extra curricular life includes the Instituto Canzion music school, which provides music lessons and directs the school choir. PSHE supports social and emotional development. Christian values underpin daily life, character education and welfare, while cross-curricular teaching emphasizes active learning and inquiry for all students from early years onward globally.

The Ark Christian School, C. Río Darro, 1, 29651 Las Lagunas de Mijas, Málaga, Spain

The Essentials

The Ark Christian School has 350 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.

Location
Calle Río Darro, 1, 29651 Las Lagunas de Mijas, Málaga, Spain. The Ark Christian School serves students aged 3–18 and operates in the Fuengirola area on the Costa del Sol.

Stages
Early Years; Primary; Secondary; A-Levels

Type
British international school; independent, charitable (non-profit) organisation

Country affiliation
British

Religious affiliation
Christian

School day structure
Primary: 9:00am–3:00pm (Mon–Fri); Secondary: 9:00am–4:00pm (Mon–Fri)
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
Established in 2009 by the Ark Christian Church, The Ark Christian School is an independent, charitable (non-profit) organization with its own statutes and finances. The school is governed by a Board of four members who attend the Ark Church; the Headteacher works closely with the Board.
Fees

Annual tuition at The Ark Christian School ranges from EUR 4,545 to EUR 9,005 for 2026/27.

Registration / Application Fees

- Non‑refundable registration fee for a new student: EUR 500.00.
- Registration fee for renewal: EUR 295.00.
- If registration for Year 10 or Year 12 is completed after the first term, the registration fee is increased by EUR 400.00.

Tuition fees by year group (annual and monthly breakdown)

- Pre‑reception and Reception: Annual fee EUR 4,545.00 — billed as 10 monthly payments of EUR 454.50.
- Years 1 and 2: Annual fee EUR 4,829.20 — billed as 10 monthly payments of EUR 482.92.
- Years 3 and 4: Annual fee EUR 5,446.70 — billed as 10 monthly payments of EUR 544.67.
- Years 5 and 6: Annual fee EUR 5,820.00 — billed as 10 monthly payments of EUR 582.00.
- Years 7, 8 and 9: Annual fee EUR 7,003.00 — billed as 10 monthly payments of EUR 700.30.
- Year 10: Annual fee EUR 7,850.00 — billed as 10 monthly payments of EUR 785.00.
- Year 11: Annual fee EUR 8,829.00 — billed as 9 monthly payments of EUR 981.00 (special billing period applies).
- Year 12: Annual fee EUR 8,883.50 — billed as 10 monthly payments of EUR 888.35.
- Year 13: Annual fee EUR 9,005.40 — billed as 9 monthly payments of EUR 1,000.60 (special billing period applies).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Standard billing: school fees are payable monthly, due before the 10th of each month.
- Standard billing period runs from September to June.
- Exception for Year 11 and Year 13: fees are billed from September to May (9 months).
- Receipts are issued between the 1st and the 10th of each month.
- On acceptance a deposit of EUR 1,000.00 is required.

Boarding fees

- The school operates as a day school (no boarding provision); no boarding fees apply.

Other costs and routine extras

- Early morning care (08:30–09:00): EUR 3.00 per day or EUR 45.00 per month.
- After‑school club (15:00–16:00): EUR 6.00 per day or EUR 72.00 per month.
- Examination fees for Year 11, Year 12 and Year 13 are charged separately and are payable in January of the year the examinations are taken.
- Textbooks and materials are included in the published school fees.

Discounts that affect fees

- Sibling discount: 5% for the second child; 50% for the third child; 50% for the fourth child.
- Full‑year payment discount: a percentage discount is applied if the full year is paid by the specified early‑payment deadline (discount deadlines and rates apply; check billing communications for the current deadline).

Deposit and refund information

- The acceptance deposit is EUR 1,000.00.
- The deposit will be refunded when a student leaves after Year 11, Year 12 or Year 13 provided all fees have been paid in full.
- The deposit will be refunded when a student leaves earlier if a full term's notice has been given and all fees have been paid in full.
- If a student leaves without having given one term's notice, the deposit is forfeited.
- If fees are in arrears when a student leaves, the deposit will be used to cover arrears and any remaining balance will be returned.
- If the full year's fees are paid in advance and the student leaves early, the pre‑paid months are not refundable.
- The registration fee is non‑refundable.

Fee payment options and related terms

- Payments can be made by bank transfer or by credit/debit card.
- Receipts are issued monthly (between the 1st and 10th).
- When paying by bank transfer, the student's full name must be provided and the payment concept specified.
- The school reserves the right to withhold admission, notes, reports, or student records until financial obligations are met.
Academics

The Ark Christian School teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Catholic Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage) for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
British National Curriculum for ages 3-18, leading to IGCSE and A Level examinations; British and Spanish Curriculum.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates have access to universities in the United Kingdom, Spain, and globally. Students typically choose four A Level subjects and must pass at least three to gain direct access to Spanish public universities. In the United Kingdom, admissions follow the UCAS points system. The school assists with university entry, including EVAU-related registration through UNEDasiss in Malaga.

Gifted and Talented
The curriculum develops each child's individual talents.
Wellbeing

Safeguarding
The Ark Christian School's ethos is based on Christian principles and endeavours to help each child learn to respect themselves and others; while the ethos is Christian, doors are open to all children.
Parent Experience

History
The Ark Christian School was established by the Ark Christian Church in 2009. The church still embraces the school, which worships in the church buildings on Sundays, but the school has its own statutes and operates as an independent, charitable (non-profit) organisation with independent finances. The school is governed by a Board of four members who all attend the Ark Church, and the Headteacher works closely with the Board and attends monthly meetings. The school is located in Las Lagunas de Mijas, Málaga, and teaches the British National Curriculum for children aged 3-18, leading to IGCSE and A Level examinations.

Community
The Ark Christian School is described as 'The British School Where Values Matter' and is guided by Christian principles. It presents itself as a welcoming second home where students are secure, respected, and important as individuals and as part of the school community. The school follows a constructivist approach to learning, with active and collaborative learning between teachers and students. The school hosts the Instituto Canzion music school whose teachers provide music lessons for students and direct the choir.
Facilities

Extra Curricular Facilities
The Ark Christian School hosts the Instituto Canzion music school whose teachers provide music lessons for our students and direct our choir.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The Ark Christian School teaches the British National Curriculum for Key Stage 1 and 2. The curriculum is broad and cross-curricular, with active learning and opportunities to create and think critically. Students follow the English National Curriculum leading to IGCSE and A Level examinations for older students. The school serves children from 3 to 18 years old.

Arts & Creative
The school hosts the Instituto Canzion music school, whose teachers provide music lessons for students and direct the choir. Music is taught as an Additional Subject. Art is taught as part of the curriculum alongside other arts subjects.

Cultural & Language
Spanish language is studied as part of the curriculum; the school is a British school that enriches its program by studying the Spanish language. Spanish Literacy is taught as a core subject. The British and Spanish Curriculum is described as being enriched by studying the Spanish language.

Social & Hobbies
PSHE is taught as an Additional Subject, supporting students' social and emotional development. The Primary curriculum emphasizes cross-curricular topics and active learning that foster collaboration and personal development. The curriculum also highlights English and Spanish language study as part of a broader educational approach.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Christian values permeate the whole school experience, including respect, equality, compassion, thankfulness, justice and forgiveness. As a charitable non-profit organization, the school balances its finances with a focus on providing education and welfare for students. The ethos emphasizes character development, helping each child learn to respect themselves and others.
Languages

Language Provision
English and Spanish are taught as part of a British and Spanish curriculum.

Bilingual Teaching
The Ark Christian School offers a bilingual program with British and Spanish curricula.
School Events
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