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The English International College

Spain, Málaga

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 414
Opened 1982
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels
Taught languages Spanish, French, German, Latin
Typical class size 20
Strengths Languages, Performing Arts, Outdoor Education
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Situated near Marbella on the Costa del Sol, The English International College is a British international school for ages 3 to 18. It follows the National Curriculum for England and Wales, with the Primary School (ages 3–10) taught by qualified teachers and a Secondary section (11–16) supported by specialist subject teams. The Sixth Form leads to IGCSE and A Levels, and from January 2026 a two‑year Stepping Stones program expands to Years 3 and 4 to address English development and curriculum gaps. The school provides specialist spaces for Computing, Music and Physical Education, and offers languages including Spanish, French and German from age 3. The Horizons Programme in the Sixth Form develops university‑level skills through debating, public speaking and a Horizon Diploma. Notable features include LAMDA examinations, project‑based learning, charity initiatives and a strong extra‑curricular offering such as ski trips and clubs. The school has a long history of achievement.

Carr. de Cadiz, Km. 189, 5 (A7, 29604 Málaga, Spain

The Essentials

The English International College has 414 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.

Location
Urbanizacion Ricmar, Cadiz-Malaga Road, Km 1035.5 (A7), 29604 Marbella, Malaga, Spain. The school is located on the Costa del Sol in Marbella, in the Ricmar area near El Rosario. It is accessible via the A7 coastal highway and local roads.

Stages
Primary School (ages 3-10); Secondary School (11-16); Sixth Form (16-18).

Type
British International School following the British curriculum with IGCSE and A Levels; Sixth Form.

Additional learning support
Stepping Stones is a two-year programme for Years 1–2 to help immersion in English and fill curriculum gaps, delivered in small groups by the Stepping Stones Coordinator and expanding to Years 3–4 from January 2026. Learning Support in Primary provides targeted small-group and one-to-one assistance, coordinated with teachers. Wellbeing and Counselling services, supported by an Educational Psychologist, support students' emotional health and learning needs.

Country affiliation
United Kingdom
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
The school requires a uniform, purchased from Uniformes Bahia Marbella. The uniform includes polo shirts or summer dresses, grey shorts or skirts, a navy jumper and a navy winter jacket, and a PE kit; swimming attire is plain navy and EIC swim caps are available in school.

Governance and Ownership
The school follows the British curriculum. The English International College was founded in 1982 and became an educational charitable trust in 1997. It is overseen by a board that includes legal and financial trustees and the senior leaders of the school.
Fees
Application fees
- A Fee Schedule for the 2025/2026 academic year is published for the school; no specific, public amount for an application or registration fee is shown in the accessible fee materials.

Tuition fees (by year group and per term)
- No definitive per-year-group or per-term numeric tuition figures are publicly available in the accessible 2025/2026 Fee Schedule materials. The school references a downloadable Fee Schedule 2025/2026 but the detailed PDF fee document could not be retrieved for exact numbers.
- Independent local school guides and market summaries place EIC's annual tuition broadly in the mid-to-upper range for Marbella international schools; estimates published by local guides indicate typical annual tuition ranges for EIC from roughly EUR 5,500 to EUR 14,000 depending on year group and programme. These are third‑party market ranges and are not itemised term-by-term by the school in the accessible materials.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- The school's admissions information indicates the normal admissions window and timing of enrolment activity (applications are typically submitted during the Spring term). There is no publicly posted, itemised billing schedule or explicit payment-term timetable (for example: exact term dates for invoicing, due‑dates, or late‑payment penalties) visible in the accessible fee materials.

Boarding fees (if applicable)
- Boarding is not applicable to this school: external school directories and listings identify The English International College as a non‑boarding, day school (no weekly or full boarding places listed). Therefore there are no boarding fee charges for EIC.

Other costs and typical additional charges
- School uniform: Uniforms are required and are to be purchased from the named supplier Uniformes Bahia Marbella; specific uniform items are listed and the school sells certain small items on campus (for example, EIC swim caps are sold at €10). No single total price for a full uniform set is published in the accessible materials.
- Examination and assessment costs: The school runs IGCSE / A‑Level programmes and related exam sittings are referenced in news and curriculum pages; however, individual exam entry fees or per‑exam charges are not published in the accessible fee materials.
- Canteen / meals, transport and extra‑curricular charges: the school provides canteen services, school transport routes and a wide extracurricular offer; specific prices for meals, transport routes or extracurricular programme fees are not publicly itemised in the accessible fee materials.

Refund information
- No publicly accessible refund, withdrawal or fee‑reimbursement policy text (specific percentages, deadlines or conditions for refunds) is published in the accessible 2025/2026 fee materials. The formal Fee Schedule reference exists but the detailed refund/withdrawal clauses could not be located in the accessible documents.

Fee payment options
- The accessible public pages do not list specific accepted payment methods (for example: which cards, online payment portals, or bank transfer details). No itemised list of accepted payment channels is available in the publicly accessible fee materials.

Summary of findings and gaps
- I located the school's Fee Schedule 2025/2026 reference and admissions material but the downloadable detailed fee PDF could not be retrieved successfully, and the public pages do not include the granular per‑year, per‑term numeric fee table you requested.
- I confirmed the school is a day school (no boarding fees) and gathered firm public details about uniform supplier and small item pricing (e.g., swim caps €10).
- Where the school's public pages list services (exams, transport, canteen, extracurriculars) the specific charges, term totals and billing schedule are not published in those accessible documents; local third‑party guides provide broad annual fee ranges for the school but do not supply a term‑by‑term billing breakdown.

If you need the exact numeric tuition and term‑by‑term figures, the school's admissions Fee Schedule 2025/2026 is the stated source of those numbers but the detailed PDF was not retrievable from the public link; the accessible public pages do not contain the per‑year, per‑term fee table requested.
Academics

The English International College teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The school teaches the British curriculum. The Primary School (ages 3–10) is staffed by qualified and experienced teachers. It offers a balanced, broadly-based curriculum comparable with top British primary schools. Secondary School serves ages 11–16, with smaller class sizes to enable individual attention. The Sixth Form combines high academic aspirations with an engaging classroom environment. Stepping Stones is a two-year programme for Year 1 and 2 that addresses English language development and curriculum gaps; from January 2026 it expands to Year 3 and 4.

Student Teacher Ratio
Small class sizes with a maximum of twenty students per class.

Exam Results
Examination results include A Level results and GCSE results. Past results are listed by year, including 2025 and 2024. Recent announcements highlight high achievement in Edexcel examinations.

Higher Education Progression
Our consistent success at A Level over the last 40 years has seen graduates progress to universities worldwide, including Oxbridge, Imperial, LSE and UCL in the UK, plus universities in the USA, Canada, Spain, Ireland, Belgium, Switzerland, the Netherlands and Sweden. A Levels continue to be the proven path to a global future. The school emphasises A Level study as a gateway to international higher education.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The English International College follows the British curriculum and places happiness and well-being at the center of learning. Students are encouraged to be inquisitive, independent learners who express their ideas with tolerance and respect. Strong working relationships between teachers and students support a caring, supportive environment in which learners feel able to question, take risks and seek help. The school emphasises developing confidence and social-emotional skills alongside academic achievement.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The Learning Support Team works across all phases to ensure every student has the tools, confidence and guidance they need to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. No two learners are the same, and provision reflects this with a range of specialist programmes and services. Stepping Stones helps younger students build foundations in English and core subjects, with tailored Learning Support sessions throughout the Primary years. A dedicated Wellbeing and Counselling service supports emotional health, while an Educational Psychologist works with staff, students and families to create evidence-based strategies. Empathy, Integrity and Community underpin Each student reaches their goals through the EIC values.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Stepping Stones is a two-year programme for Years 1 and 2 designed to immerse students in the English language and address curriculum gaps so they can access the National Curriculum. The programme is delivered in small groups and tailored to individual needs, focusing on English and Maths while integrating students into the wider curriculum. Initially five days a week, Stepping Stones expands and adapts as students progress toward full participation in the main classroom.

Mental Wellbeing
The school fosters a positive environment where kindness, respect and inclusion are central. The Wellbeing and Counselling service supports the emotional, behavioural and social development of students, providing a safe, confidential space to express thoughts and feelings and to develop coping skills. Workshops and seminars for year groups, parents and staff support wellbeing, alongside the Educational Psychologist's work to personalise learning and promote resilience.

Safeguarding
Safeguarding aims to ensure appropriate action is taken in a timely manner to safeguard and promote children's welfare.
Parent Experience

History
The English International College was founded in the summer of 1982 near Marbella on the Costa del Sol, starting with five classrooms and a roll of 32 primary and secondary students. Within a year, extended premises were acquired and the school operated with complete Primary and Secondary Departments. In November 1983, the college passed a full inspection by Her Majesty's Inspectorate from Great Britain and was later recognised by the Ministerio de Educación y Ciéncias in Spain, receiving accreditation on 23 March 1984 from the Consejería de Educación of the Junta de Andalucía; the college was admitted into the National Association of British Schools in Spain (NABSS) at the same time. The school grew steadily and, in 1993, obtained membership of the European Council of International Schools and became licensed to accept Spanish nationals at all levels. Examination results have been consistently impressive and students have gone on to study at prestigious universities worldwide, including Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial, Harvard and Yale; the college is recognised by premier universities as a centre of academic excellence, with students repeatedly receiving multiple offers for university placements.

Community
Education at EIC is a partnership between teachers, parents and pupils, and close co-operation is essential for students to achieve their potential. The school includes pupils from over 20 nationalities, with over 50% of students of UK origin, and offers opportunities to appreciate the host culture while developing a broader global awareness. The EIC community emphasizes trust and collaboration among peers, staff and families as the foundation of meaningful relationships. Learning is framed by a sense of belonging within a close-knit community that extends beyond the classroom.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The PTA is at the heart of the school community, working with families and staff to enrich school life for every student. Its mission is to support, connect, and create opportunities for children to thrive—while having fun along the way. Throughout the year, the PTA raises funds to provide extra-curricular enrichment, experiences and outdoor facilities that go beyond the classroom, and helps stage memorable events that are highlights of the school calendar, such as Halloween, Winter Wonderlands, Easter Eggstravaganzas, Summer fiestas and discos. Each year group has a dedicated PTA Year Rep who serves as a contact for parents and a link between families and the school administration. The PTA also organizes social gatherings to strengthen ties within the parent community and ensure everyone feels welcome and included. Current events and fundraising coordinators are Su W. and Christine M.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The English International College provides specialist teaching spaces in Computing, Music and Physical Education. The school also provides specialist lessons in Spanish, French and German from age 3. The Primary School follows the EYFS for Early Years and Reception and the Primary National Curriculum in England for Years 1-6. Secondary teaching is delivered by specialist teachers across a broad range of subjects, including Spanish, English, Maths, German, History, Drama, Science, French, Geography, Art, Music, Computing and PSHE. As an English school overseas, The English International College follows the National Curriculum for England and Wales.

Academic Facilities
Specialist teaching in Computing, Music, Physical Education, Spanish, French and German is provided to all students from age 3. The school follows the EYFS for Early Years and the Primary National Curriculum in Years 1-6. In Secondary, specialist teachers teach a wide range of subjects: Spanish, English, Maths, German, History, Drama, Science, French, Geography, Art, Music, Computing and PSHE. The curriculum supports progression to IGCSE and A Levels. As an English school overseas, The English International College follows the National Curriculum for England and Wales.

Extra Curricular Facilities
The school offers a residential ski trip to Sierra Nevada. A residential sports tour is offered depending on student interests. In the Sixth Form, the Horizons Programme includes debating and public speaking and students work toward the EIC Horizon Diploma. The Horizons Programme provides opportunities beyond the classroom to develop interests and skills.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Project-based learning begins in Lower Primary (Year 2) and runs through Year 6 with a different title each year and a mix of school and home work. The Protostar Award supports Year 6 as they transition to secondary, beginning with Basic Challenges and progressing to Star Challenges. Key Stage 3 - Star Awards run from Year 7 to Year 9, providing opportunities to undertake projects beyond the standard curriculum. The Sixth Form offers the International Project Qualification (IPQ), developing university-level research skills through a guided dissertation and a research log.

Arts & Creative
LAMDA Examinations in acting and public speaking train students' communication and performance skills. Horizons Debating and Public Speaking prepares students for university and public speaking, with participation in debating championships around the world. Secondary clubs include LAMDA and Big Ideas, while Primary clubs cover arts & crafts and dance.

Cultural & Language
Horizons Debating and Public Speaking equips students with language and critical thinking through national and international debating events. LAMDA Examinations focus on acting and public speaking to improve expressive language and communication. Debating teams have reached world finals and European finals in international competitions.

Social & Hobbies
Primary After School Clubs offer activities from swimming and rounders to arts & crafts, dance, STEM and Forest School; Most clubs are free and run after school from Monday to Thursday. Secondary students can join clubs spanning sports, STEM, LAMDA and Big Ideas; Most clubs are run free by staff. Clubs run straight after school until 4:30 pm.

Community & Service
The school has a long history of charity work with local and national causes. Red Cross drives, Morocco charities, and an Animals in Marbella Sanctuary (AIMS) partnership provide hands-on volunteering and fundraising opportunities. Pro Dunas and the Debra Butterfly Skin charity are supported through school activities and events. Charity and community involvement are highlighted through ongoing news and student-led initiatives.

Leadership & Professional
The Protostar Award helps Year 6 students prepare for Year 7 by completing basic challenges and Star Challenges. Key Stage 3 - Star Awards run from Year 7 to Year 9, enabling students to undertake projects beyond the curriculum. The Sixth Form International Project Qualification develops university-level research skills and requires a dissertation and a research log. Leadership roles are reflected in KS3 House Captains and charity drives.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Happiness and wellbeing are central to learning; the school keeps small class sizes with a maximum of twenty pupils per class. Inter-house Cross Country events promote fitness and team spirit. After-school clubs run after school until 4:30 pm, supporting balance and wellbeing.
Languages

Language Provision
Spanish is a compulsory subject in Key Stage Four, alongside English Language and Literature. French and German are offered as option subjects. In Upper Primary, Spanish and French are taught with regular vocabulary checks and end-of-unit tests.
Admissions

Admissions
Make an enquiry about a place at EIC. Contact the admissions team at +34 952 831 058. The enquiry starts the admissions process. Submit a copy of your child's last two school reports. This submission is part of the admissions process. Visit us for a tour of the campus. The visit provides an opportunity to meet relevant staff. You can ask questions relating to your child's interests. All applications are traditionally submitted during the Spring term (January to March). We also accommodate applications throughout the year.
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