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The British School of Málaga

Spain, Málaga

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees €8,780 - 11,080
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 960
Type Co-educational
Opened 2000
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Taught languages Spanish, French, German, Russian, Polish, Arabic
Typical class size 23
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Situated in Málaga, The British School of Málaga is a British international school delivering UK national curriculum from age 3 to 18. The Early Years Foundation Stage begins with language immersion, while Primary follows the British National Curriculum complemented by Spanish Language and Cultural Studies. In Secondary, students progress through the British curriculum toward IGCSEs with Spanish and ESO preparation. In Sixth Form, students study A Levels with a personalised curriculum and the option to study Spanish alongside English. The school holds accreditations from Cambridge International Examinations, Pearson Qualifications, AQA, Cambridge English and OxfordAQA. With 25 years of experience, it is part of ISP. The campus has four age-appropriate buildings: Foundation, Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form, with facilities for science, music, computer science and Art & Media. ISP programmes include Changemakers, Cultural Exchange and MUN. Extra-curriculars include Athletics, Art and Handicrafts, Ballet, Flamenco, Chess and language clubs.

C. Centaurea, 8, Málaga-Este, 29018 Málaga, Spain

The Essentials

The British School of Málaga has 960 pupils, typical class sizes of 23, instruction in English.

Location
The school is located at Centaurea, 8, 29018 Málaga, Spain.

Stages
The school offers Early Years through Sixth Form.

Type
The school is a British international school.

Pupil Nationality Mix
The school has over 50 nationalities represented and more than 25 languages spoken.

Additional learning support
The school has an ALN Department providing support for ALN, including English as an Additional Language (EAL) and signposting to professionals such as psychologists, speech therapists, occupational therapists and play therapists.

Country affiliation
The school has a British affiliation.

School day structure
The school day runs from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, with a Breakfast Club from 8:00 am and a Snack Club from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm.

Bus service
The school has a bus service with seven routes.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniform is compulsory.

Food Options
Lunch is compulsory for all students; the current menu changes monthly and is available on the BSM Portal.

House System
Houses Earth, Wind, Fire and Water; all students and teachers belong to a house; houses receive points for activities and events.

Governance and Ownership
The school is part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP), an international group of schools.
Fees

Annual tuition at The British School of Málaga ranges from EUR 8,780 to EUR 11,080 for 2026/27.

Application / Registration Fees

- Registration fee (one-off, new students only): EUR 1,100 per child. The registration fee is a single, non‑refundable payment.
- Annual enrolment fee (renewal): EUR 1,100 per child, charged each year for enrolled students.

Tuition fees by year group (published annual amounts, and monthly / per‑term conversions)

Note: The school publishes annual tuition and offers a default 10‑month instalment option; the monthly figure below is the published annual fee divided by 10. The per‑term figure below is the published annual fee divided by 3 (three academic terms) and is shown for convenience.

- Early Years
- Nursery (age 3): Registration EUR 1,100 • Enrolment EUR 1,100 • Annual tuition EUR 8,780. Monthly (10 payments): EUR 878. Per term (approx.): EUR 2,927.
- Reception (age 4): Registration EUR 1,100 • Enrolment EUR 1,100 • Annual tuition EUR 8,780. Monthly: EUR 878. Per term (approx.): EUR 2,927.

- Primary (Ages 5–11)
- Year 1 (age 5): Registration EUR 1,100 • Enrolment EUR 1,100 • Annual tuition EUR 9,530. Monthly: EUR 953. Per term (approx.): EUR 3,177.
- Year 2 (age 6): Registration EUR 1,100 • Enrolment EUR 1,100 • Annual tuition EUR 9,530. Monthly: EUR 953. Per term (approx.): EUR 3,177.
- Year 3 (age 7): Registration EUR 1,100 • Enrolment EUR 1,100 • Annual tuition EUR 9,780. Monthly: EUR 978. Per term (approx.): EUR 3,260.
- Year 4 (age 8): Registration EUR 1,100 • Enrolment EUR 1,100 • Annual tuition EUR 9,780. Monthly: EUR 978. Per term (approx.): EUR 3,260.
- Year 5 (age 9): Registration EUR 1,100 • Enrolment EUR 1,100 • Annual tuition EUR 9,980. Monthly: EUR 998. Per term (approx.): EUR 3,327.
- Year 6 (age 10): Registration EUR 1,100 • Enrolment EUR 1,100 • Annual tuition EUR 9,980. Monthly: EUR 998. Per term (approx.): EUR 3,327.

- Secondary (Ages 11–16)
- Year 7 (age 11): Registration EUR 1,100 • Enrolment EUR 1,100 • Annual tuition EUR 10,680. Monthly: EUR 1,068. Per term (approx.): EUR 3,560.
- Year 8 (age 12): Registration EUR 1,100 • Enrolment EUR 1,100 • Annual tuition EUR 10,680. Monthly: EUR 1,068. Per term (approx.): EUR 3,560.
- Year 9 (age 13): Registration EUR 1,100 • Enrolment EUR 1,100 • Annual tuition EUR 10,850. Monthly: EUR 1,085. Per term (approx.): EUR 3,617.
- Year 10 (age 14): Registration EUR 1,100 • Enrolment EUR 1,100 • Annual tuition EUR 11,650. Monthly: EUR 1,165. Per term (approx.): EUR 3,883.
- Year 11 (age 15): Registration EUR 1,100 • Enrolment EUR 1,100 • Annual tuition EUR 11,650. Monthly: EUR 1,165. Per term (approx.): EUR 3,883.

- Sixth Form / A‑Levels (Ages 16–18)
- Year 12 (age 16): Registration EUR 1,100 • Enrolment EUR 1,100 • Annual tuition EUR 12,050. Monthly: EUR 1,205. Per term (approx.): EUR 4,017.
- Year 13 (age 17): Registration EUR 1,100 • Enrolment EUR 1,100 • Annual tuition EUR 12,050. Monthly: EUR 1,205. Per term (approx.): EUR 4,017.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Default billing method: 10 monthly instalments (September to June inclusive) by direct debit. Returned direct debit charge: EUR 20. Unpaid invoices must be settled within 10 days; a 3% interest is applied to outstanding amounts. Annual upfront payment (paid in full before 31 July) receives a 5% discount. Third‑child discount: 50% discount applicable from the third child on the enrolment fee and tuition fees only. Annual payments are non‑refundable.

Boarding fees

- Boarding: not applicable. The published fee schedule lists day‑school tuition and additional day services (bus, clubs, breakfast/snack) but does not list boarding facilities or boarding fees.

Other costs and additional fees

- School lunch: included in the published tuition fee (school lunch is mandatory and included).
- School accident insurance: included.
- Uniform: compulsory for Nursery through Year 11; uniform must be purchased through the school (prices not listed in the fee schedule).
- Chromebook/device: compulsory purchase required for students in Year 3 through Year 11 (price not listed in the fee schedule). Chromebook licences and some digital licences are included in the listed “included” items.
- Intensive EAL (English as an Additional Language) programme (for new students): EUR 1,150 per year in KS1 and EUR 2,200 per year in KS2 and KS3; payable in monthly instalments.
- External examinations (IGCSE, A‑levels, and official validations) are not included in the published tuition and are charged separately. School trips are not included.
- After‑school clubs and extra activities: charged separately. Sample published rates (termly / additional services):
- Breakfast/Snack Club (termly): Single ticket EUR 6; 1 day/week EUR 65; 2 days/week EUR 110; 3 days/week EUR 155; 4 days/week EUR 185; Full week EUR 200 (combined with bus or after school lower rates apply).
- After‑school general activities (termly, sample): Standard (2 sessions/week) EUR 175; Basic (1 session/week) EUR 145; Extended (3 sessions/week) EUR 205.
- Other activities (termly, sample): Standard EUR 200; Basic EUR 170; Extended EUR 220.
- School bus (annual/termly options shown as published): Local stops (within Málaga city): Return EUR 555; One‑way EUR 345. Suburban stops (outside Málaga city): Return EUR 600; One‑way EUR 390. (September only/first month pro‑rata termly figures are listed separately in the schedule.)

Refund information

- The registration fee is explicitly non‑refundable. Annual payments per child are stated as non‑refundable. No other refundable amounts or a broader refund schedule is published in the school's fee document. Returned direct debit charge and late‑payment interest provisions apply as noted under billing terms.

Fee payment options

- Published payment options and mechanics: default method is 10 monthly instalments by direct debit; the school accepts an annual upfront payment (with a 5% discount if paid before 31 July). The published fee document specifies returned direct debit penalties and late‑payment interest. Specific alternative payment channels (for example, credit card or bank transfer) are not detailed in the published fee schedule.

If you need these amounts presented in a different format (for example, separated by monthly instalments per line or per‑term rows for a database import), the figures above are given as published (annual), with the monthly instalment shown as the published annual fee divided by 10 and the per‑term figure shown as the published annual fee divided by 3 for convenience.
Academics

The British School of Málaga teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Pearson Edexcel IGCSE for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) British curriculum with language immersion. Primary School uses the British national curriculum, complemented with Spanish Language and Cultural Studies. Secondary School progresses with the British national curriculum and leads to IGCSE results, while continuing Spanish classes and ESO preparation. Sixth Form advances to A Level and Spanish university access exams, with a personalised curriculum and the option to study Spanish alongside English to support access to universities in Spain and worldwide. The school holds accreditations from Cambridge International Examinations, Pearson Qualifications, AQA, Cambridge English, and OxfordAQA.

Higher Education Progression
Graduates progress to universities in Spain and worldwide.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school builds essential life skills through practical classes and group activities. Students develop empathy, confidence and emotional intelligence as part of the learning journey. Life skills are integrated with academic learning to prepare students for life beyond school. Teachers mentor students to collaborate, communicate and navigate challenges. These social-emotional competencies are fostered across the curriculum.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school has an Additional Learning Needs (ALN) Department to support students with ALN. The ALN policy describes identification, planning and provision to help students access the curriculum and reach their potential as people and lifelong learners. The policy acknowledges emotional, social, mental health or behavioural barriers that can affect learning and outlines appropriate supports. A range of specialists are available to support ALN students, including psychologists, speech therapists, occupational therapists and play therapists. The ALN programme includes tailored support for primary and secondary students, with referrals and monitoring; it may involve a tailored or intensive plan and costs where applicable. Parents are informed and engaged in the process.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school has a dedicated English as an Additional Language Department that provides dedicated sessions and tailored help. The EAL team provides 1:1 sessions and ongoing guidance in Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking. Intensive English instruction is provided through tailored interventions assessed case-by-case. New students are assessed on enrolment to determine the level of EAL support. In secondary, CEFR levels guide the EAL programme and there are pathways including EAL IGCSE where appropriate. Languages offered include English and Spanish with certification, and from Secondary students can study French or German as additional languages.

Mental Wellbeing
The wellbeing is supported by a wellbeing programme to ensure physical, emotional and social health. Life-skills education and a commitment to wellbeing are embedded in the learning approach. The learning framework balances mental, emotional and physical health as part of student development. The Camtree Life Competencies framework underpins wellbeing initiatives through life-skills development. Wellbeing is integrated into curricular and co-curricular activities to support resilience and holistic development.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility; safeguarding is a shared commitment with policies and practices that meet high standards of care, respect and security. All staff posts require thorough vetting and Criminal Background Checks or equivalent. The safeguarding team includes the Head of Pastoral Care & Designated Safeguarding Lead and a Deputy. The school provides safeguarding and online safety training for all staff, a school nurse, anti-bullying initiatives and an ALN Department. A wellbeing programme supports physical, emotional and social health, and visitors are required to register. The safeguarding policy is designed to protect students and ensure safe care and security.
Parent Experience

History
The British School of Málaga has 25 years of excellence. It is part of International Schools Partnership. It follows the British national curriculum from age 3 to 18, complemented by Spanish Language and Cultural Studies. Learners can take French or German as additional languages from Secondary School. The campus is world-class with dedicated buildings for each age stage, purpose-built labs, creative studios, sports fields and playgrounds.

Community
In a caring community, students at The British School of Málaga grow into confident lifelong learners. There is a strong partnership with parents, with teachers updating families about student progress and needs while Parent Ambassadors collaborate to improve school life. Parent Ambassadors collaborate to improve school life. Students collaborate with peers around the world through ISP programs and global skill-building opportunities.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Parent Ambassadors collaborate with staff to improve school life. Teachers update families about student progress and needs. There is a strong parent-school relationship. The school is part of International Schools Partnership, connecting with a global network. This ISP connection supports collaboration across schools.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The campus comprises four age-appropriate buildings: Foundation (Nursery and Reception), Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form. Foundation has two floors for Nursery and Reception, with terraces, learning spaces and a large outdoor play area. Primary is a four-floor facility opened in 2024 with a dedicated playground and a ground-floor multi-purpose sports hall. Secondary provides specialised spaces for Music and Radio, Computer Science, Science, and Art and Media, and also houses the main Reception and dining room. Sixth Form offers a dedicated building with specialised classrooms, a student lounge and an outdoor terrace for preparing for exams and future pathways.

Sports Facilities
The indoor sports hall is a large multi-purpose facility with retractable seating for training and events. An outdoor swimming pool is available for training and leisure. Multi-sports courts provide spaces for football or tennis. A basketball court offers a dedicated area for training and matches. Paddle courts include four glass courts for paddle sports.

Academic Facilities
Foundation building is a two-floor space for Nursery and Reception with terraces and a dining room for children. Primary building, opened in 2024, is a four-floor facility for exploration and learning, and houses a ground-floor multi-purpose sports hall and a grass playground. Secondary building houses specialised classrooms for Music & Radio, Computer Science, Science, and Art and Media, with access to technology to support hands-on learning. The Secondary building also hosts the school's main Reception and the dining room. The Sixth Form building provides dedicated spaces for senior students to focus on exams and future pathways, plus a student lounge and outdoor terrace.

Extra Curricular Facilities
International opportunities are offered through International School Partnership programmes, including ISP Changemakers, ISP Cultural Exchange, ISP Scientists, ISP Virtual Exchange and ISP Model United Nations. These ISP programs promote global learning through projects, exchanges and real-world challenges. Beyond the classroom, the school offers Athletics, Art & Handicrafts, Ballet, Basketball, Chess, Flamenco, Football and more, enabling students to develop leadership, teamwork and creativity. The program highlights include public speaking, cross-cultural collaboration and real-world problem solving, with various ISP and school-led activities running across terms.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school provides international opportunities through ISP programmes, including ISP Changemakers, ISP Cultural Exchange, ISP Scientists, ISP Virtual Exchange and ISP Model United Nations. ISP Changemakers equips students to develop social impact projects through thought design workshops and collaboration across ISP schools, with grants for real-change initiatives. ISP Cultural Exchange enables reciprocal cultural exchanges with ISP schools, including homestays and attending another ISP school for a month, with regional in-person qualifiers and virtual championships. ISP Scientists offers citizen-science style learning with real-world environmental projects and partnerships with external experts.

Arts & Creative
Art Club focuses on origami, collaborative artwork and clay modelling. Ballet and Flamenco introduce dance disciplines, while Funky dance classes foster expression and coordination. Recorder Club teaches the recorder and progresses through ABRSM exam pieces; Secondary Singers develop musicianship and perform at events; Composing & Songwriting Club explores creating songs and music. Dungeons & Dragons provides imaginative storytelling and role-playing experiences.

Cultural & Language
Language Clubs improve German and English skills through dedicated sessions. ISP Cultural Exchange enables reciprocal cultural exchanges across ISP schools, including homestays, regional qualifiers and virtual championships. The school's international ISP opportunities connect students with peers worldwide and support cross-cultural learning. These programs broaden language exposure and cultural understanding through global collaboration.

Social & Hobbies
Primary Clubs include Gardening Club, Recorder Club, Primary Singers, Knitting Club and Debate Club, among others. Secondary & Sixth Form Clubs include Chess Club, Debate Club, Maths Clinic, Language Clubs, Book Club, Composing & Songwriting Club, Recorder Club, Secondary Singers, Futsal, Active Lunchtimes, Circuit Training, Beep Test and Dungeons & Dragons. Active Lunchtimes offer daily sport options such as basketball and futsal. Beep Test and Circuit Training provide structured fitness opportunities.

Community & Service
The school uses Earth, Wind, Water and Fire as School Houses to foster belonging and community spirit. Head Students and House Captains lead student communities, organize assemblies and events, and act as school ambassadors. Student Voice enables leadership and governance opportunities for students, including participation in charity actions. Charity activities are integrated into school life and events.

Leadership & Professional
Head Students are senior student leaders who represent the school. House Captains and Vice Captains are Year 6 leaders who model behavior, support peers and help run events. Student Voice provides channels for leadership and school governance and helps develop professional skills through student-led initiatives. These roles cultivate responsibility, teamwork and project-based leadership among students.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Athletics classes build physical fitness, resilience and healthy competition. A range of sports includes Judo, Padel, Personal Defence, Rhythmic Gymnastics, Ballet, Flamenco and Football with futsal, promoting movement and coordination. Active Lunchtimes offer daily sport options, and Circuit Training plus Beep Test develop endurance and strength. Breakfast Club and Snack Club provide structured before- and after-school care with healthy snacks to support wellbeing.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the main language of instruction. Spanish is taught as an additional language and Spanish Language and Cultural Studies are integrated into the programme to support bilingual competence. Students receive certified education in English and Spanish; the Spanish Department manages authorisations with the Junta de Andalucía, integrating British studies into ESO and Baccalaureate. From Secondary onward, students study a third language, either French or German, leading to GCSE or A Level.

Bilingual Teaching
Infant education uses total linguistic immersion in English. From Reception and throughout Primary, English remains the main language of instruction and Spanish is added to develop bilingual competence through Spanish Language and Cultural Studies. In Secondary, a third language is introduced (French or German).

Immersion Programs
An English as an Additional Language (EAL) Department provides tailored support with sessions designed for individual students. The school offers an EAL programme with 1:1 and small-group sessions, regular progress reviews and targeted interventions. Translanguaging is used in some lessons to support multilingual learners.
Reputation

Accreditations
NABSS; Junta de Andalucía; Cambridge International; Pearson Qualifications; AQA; Cambridge English; OxfordAQA; British Chambers Spain
Admissions

Admissions
01 Get in touch today. Get in touch to schedule a campus visit or online meeting, or participate in our monthly virtual open days. Enrolment is open all year round, and the admissions team provides personalized guidance throughout the onboarding process.
02 Join us for a tour. Visit the campus in person to gain a deeper understanding of your child's needs and interests. We discuss the curriculum and show the facilities, offering a glimpse into the learning environment.
03 Taster Day/Online interview. Your child's previous school report may be requested if applicable. We may invite them to experience a taster day at the school or arrange an online interview with the admissions team.
04 Acceptance. After the taster day or online interview, you'll receive a written offer. You'll have 10 days to accept and proceed with the registration process while a registration fee is mandatory to secure a place.
05 Welcome. Congratulations! You're now part of the BSM Family. Families are welcome to attend a Taster Day to experience firsthand how a school day operates, and ongoing communication with the school supports the onboarding journey.

Scholarships
Scholarships & university partnerships exist as part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP) network. The school has 100+ global university partnerships that open doors to top institutions, with students awarded over €2.6 million in scholarships to support their success. Through exclusive scholarships, students have opportunities to study with some of the world's most renowned institutions.
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