43 best English private schools in Spain

Private schools in Spain to study English

Private schools are better equipped, teaching is carried out according to more modern methods. For children who have chosen a non-state institution, studying is available under the programs of the Spanish Bachilerato, the international International Baccalaureate or the British A-level. In some institutions, education goes through two programs at once, graduates receive a double certificate.

Advantages of studying at private schools in Spain: 

• fewer students per study group;
• focus on the individual needs of each child;
• a variety of extracurricular activities;
• more spacious and landscaped area;
• developed infrastructure including pools, etc.

Spanish is a compulsory subject in all schools in the country. The cost of a year of education in private institutions is 6-50 thousand dollars, the final amount depends on the prestige of the institution and its geographical location

International private schools in Spain 

Foreign students are interested in institutions where studes are conducted mainly in English with the gradual introduction of subjects in Spanish. Institutions are focused on preparing students for admission to universities in other countries, which is reflected in the level and depth of knowledge. In Madrid it is Int. Spain, excellent reviews and a high ranking from the British Council, interesting methods are implemented at King's College and Hastings.

In Catalonia, the choice is quite wide too. The list of the includes:

• Bon Soleil;
• American and British School;
• Benjamin Franklin.
• The Valencian Community strives to enroll in Cambridge House and the American School.

A high level of education, strict discipline are guaranteed in private schools in Spain. Private schools are the choice of parents wishing to secure their child's international career. Schools that support the IB (International Baccalaureate) or British A-Level programs give graduates the opportunity to enroll in any world university. Many private schools combine a Spanish curriculum with an international one, so graduates have both a Bachillerato diploma and an IB or A-Level certificate.

Among the Spaniards, as well as among foreigners, international British and American schools are in the greatest demand and popularity. Education here is conducted in English, confident knowledge of which is a prerequisite for admission.

In many private schools, all staff are native speakers of the relevant language. For example, at the French Private College in Barcelona, ​​even the chefs are French. English and American schools provide students with a quick immersion in the language environment: at the age of 12, children already receive an FCE (First Certificate, level B2), and by the time they graduate they speak the language at the Proficiency level, close to the level of a native speaker. In addition to English, French and German are studied in depth - at such a level that at the end of school the child confidently passes the exam for the B1-B2 level of language proficiency.

When entering such a school, it is worth checking its accreditation by the Spanish Ministry of Education. Thus, many British schools are supported by the National Association of British Schools in Spain.

Private schools usually become leaders in rankings of the high level of education in Spain. Most of them are schools in Madrid, Barcelona and the Valencian Community. Regional private schools located in the north of the country also show high rates.

Tutiin fees for study in private schools in Spain

In semi-private educational institutions, part of the costs are borne by the regional authorities, part - by the parents. Tuition fees will have to pay approximately 100 - 150 euros per month, excluding the rest of the costs of teaching aids, uniforms, etc.

Many schools have parent associations. Each year, the parents of each child pay a contribution of 15 euros, and for this they are given the opportunity to buy textbooks, sports uniforms, and pay for excursions at a discount. Each child from the family is paid separately.

Private schools and boarding schools in Spain are considered quite cheap compared to other EU countries. So, education in the primary grades will cost about € 3,000 - 7,000 per year, in the middle and senior grades - € 8,000 - 20,000.

The meals are organized by private companies. The menu includes tenderloin, Mexican rice, delicious meatball soup, yoghurts and tangerines. Lunch costs between 6 and 8 euros. In private schools, meals are even more expensive.