COLEGIO BASE - MADRID
Description of COLEGIO BASE - MADRID
Location: Colegio Base is located in one of the safest residential area of La Moraleja in Madrid.
Age: From Nursary to 18 years old.
Number: 800 students
Courses: Primary school, secondary, A-Levels
Accomodation: Host family.
Foundation: 1962
Price: From 1.800€ per month, host family accommodation included.
Ranking: included in TOP-10 of the best schools in Spain
Colegio Base is a medium-sized school. One of the most important distinguishing features of the school is our model of student-teacher relationship
Liberal, mixed, non-denominational, independent school, with no political identification and no focus on any particular cultural or professional group or class.
Proud to be the World champion in Athletics female category in China 2015 (Wuhan)
Awarded by the National Sports Award “Joaquín Blume Trophy” in 2015
Tuition Fees per month (Prices 2018_2019)
Nursery, prep-school:………………………………………………………. 522€
1º-2º Primary school……………………..………….……………………...585€
3º-4º Primary school…………………………………………………………594€
5º-6º Primary school…………………………………………………………601€
1º-2 ESO……………………………………………………………………………645€
3º-4º ESO……………………………………………………….………….………659€
1º Bachillerato…………………………………………….…………………….748€
2º Bachillerato…………………………………………………….…………….834€
International Baccalaureate (1 course)……………………….……..904€
International Baccalaureate (2 course)……………………………...991€
Extra curricular activities………………………………….......................…..from 80€
Summer camps………………………………….……..… available ask for more details
Summer camps in UK………………………………….. available ask for more details
Real Madrid football program in Ireland……….available ask for more details
Programs and prices, tuition fees in COLEGIO BASE - MADRID
Kindergarten (1-6 years)
Emotional development of students from an early age is unusually important for all future life and learning, because personal attention, designed to give every child a feeling of happiness and peace, is considered a top priority in the work of the children's center (Early Education). The active use of neurodidactics, modern technical means and tools, experienced qualified teachers, a smooth immersion in the language world of English - these are the secrets of the success of work in this age group. Children begin to learn English almost from the first year, and by the age of 5, 50% of their day is spent in this language, so that in the process of growing up, students become virtually bilingual.
The tuition fee at Colegio Base depends on the chosen program (prices are per month):
- Kindergarten and school preparation = € 522
- 1-2 class = 585 €.
Primary School ( Primary Education, 6-12 years)
Primary education is built on the “firm” principle of neurodidactics for school, which helps young students to easily, smoothly, and effectively enter the educational process.
Already in grades 1-4, students get used to working with the iPad, and starting from grade 5, each student must constantly learn using a personal tablet, both in the classroom and at home. Many tasks, additional materials, online services and educational platforms (including robotics, which is considered an interdisciplinary course) are given via the iPad.
The maximum attention is paid to the skills and knowledge that children will need in their further education:
- Knowledge of languages (English, Spanish)
- Logical and mathematical thinking, search for causal relationships
- Digital skills
- Critical thinking
- The ability to distribute tasks and manage their time (time management).
English already occupies about 50% of the school day of the students , serves as the main language on several subjects. This allows students at the end of grade 6 to successfully pass the Trinity exam (ISE I, equivalent to B1). From the 5th grade, you can begin to learn a second foreign language: German or French.
The tuition fee at Colegio Base depends on the chosen program (prices are per month):
- 1-2 class = 585 €
- 3-4 class = 594 €
- 5-6 class = 601 €.
Middle classes ( Secondary Education, 12-16 years)
The level of complexity and the number of subjects grows from year to year, so that students begin to more actively use the tools and techniques they have mastered earlier. The main subjects are considered to be English, Spanish and mathematics: they occupy a greater number of study hours and are studied as thoroughly as possible.
Each student is actively involved in a variety of projects that complement his educational scheme:
- Charity
- Research and experiments
- Learning technology
- International work and cultural exchange, etc.
Active study of the English language continues - approximately 35% of study time is devoted to preparation for Trinity Exam to level B2 and C1 (according to the CEFR classification). Studying and the second foreign (French or German to choose from).
Students 12-16 years old have the opportunity to participate in student exchanges and spend up to six months in partner schools of other countries: England, Germany, Canada, USA, Ireland, France.
The cost of training at Colegio Base depends on the chosen training program (prices are per month):
- 1-2 year ESO (middle classes) = € 645
- 3-4 year ESO (middle classes) = € 659
- Bachillerato (graduation classes): 1st year = € 748, 2nd year = € 834.
International Baccalaureate (IB), 16-18 years old
A complex and balanced IB course is aimed at preparing high school students aged 16–19 years to enter the best universities in the world.
Students have the opportunity to delve into the study of social sciences, humanities, or science and technology: each focuses on what is most important for him, most of all with the chosen university and faculty.
Additionally, you can continue to learn English and prepare for passing Trinity Exam (at this stage it is planned to receive level C1-C2), as well as other foreign languages (passing the relevant exams).
Actively carried out projects joint with other partner schools:
- European Discussion Forum
- European Parliament model
- Unesmun Model (from UN)
- Voluntary work together with UNESCO, etc.
The tuition fee at Colegio Base depends on the chosen program (prices are per month):
- Bachillerato (graduation classes): 1st year = € 748, 2nd year = € 834
- IB program: 1 course = € 904, 2 course = € 991.
Summer camp for children and teenagers
- Age of students: 12-18 years
- Duration: 1-3 weeks.
The summer program will help to spend time with pleasure and benefit. Students will travel to the most interesting Spanish cities, explore national culture and historical heritage, monuments of art and architecture under the protection of UNESCO:
- Madrid
- Segovia
- Toledo
- Avila
- Valencia
- Castle "Escorial" and much more.
Fascinating walks and shopping, fun joint activities, holidays and contests, beach holidays and nature trips to beautiful Spanish villages are provided. The combination of amazing cultures - Celtic, Roman, Greek, Carthaginian, Phoenician, Muslim, Visigothic - cannot help but surprise young travelers, and enjoying the best examples of Mediterranean cuisine (Valencia paella, gazpacho in Andalusia, Galician seafood) will be an added bonus of every day.
All students are accommodated in host families (a maximum of half an hour to the school), where they are guaranteed care, supervision and safety 24/7.
The cost of the summer program is 115 € / day (per student) - this price already includes:
- Accommodation (host family, full board), in each family no more than 2 students
- ESL English Course: 20 lessons per week
- English entrance test (on the day of arrival)
- Required books, manuals and study materials
- Transfer at the time of study
- Two large (full day excursions)
- Constant supervision of the child, the work of the curator and daily reports on social networks.
Accommodation, meals, prices
- Every family is carefully selected. Families are at a maximum distance of 30 minutes from our centers.
- Students participate in daily life and activities of the family (family visits, shopping, cultural activities, etc …)
Activities COLEGIO BASE - MADRID
It is worth noting the athletic achievements of students: for example, in 2015, a pupil of Colegio Base became the world champion in athletics among women (+ successful participation in 2017), in the same year the college received the prestigious national award Joaquín Blume Troph. It is believed that sports training side by side with the main curriculum helps students develop leadership skills and teamwork skills, perseverance and team spirit, strengthens discipline and strength of will - and this, of course, apart from the development of physical strength and endurance.
Advantages
Ranking: included in TOP-10 of the best schools in Spain
Sports is our strongest fields:
- WORLD CHAMPION OF ATHLETICS runner up in Nancy, (France) in June 2017.
- World champion in Athletics female category in China, 2015 (Wuhan)
- Awarded by the National Sports Award “Joaquín Blume Trophy” in 2015
Innovative Projects:
Neurodidactis: Neuroeducation is a new discipline that optimizes the processes of teaching and learning, based on current knowledge about the functioning of the human brain. Active, Participatory and Experimental.
Internationalization
- International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
- Exchange programmes with schools in England, USA, France, Germany and Russia.
- Programmes to study abroad for a term, six months or an academic year in England, Canada or Ireland.
- Summer courses in English, French or German speaking countries.
- Model from the United Nations for schools associated with UNESCO.
Facilities and equipment at COLEGIO BASE - MADRID
16,000 m2: football & basketball pitch, athletics track, dance hall, gym, computer room, workshop crafts, library, laboratories.
Cantine: our dining room serves daily menu elaborated an in-house following a Mediterranean diet. All the menus serve on a daily basis are adapted to those students that for any reason have specific dietary requirements.
Admission dates and extra charges
TERM DATES AND FEES
Academic year: September - June
Additional fees:
- registration fee: 319€
- deposit: Not required
- medical insurance 68€ per year
- uniform: not required
- study materials about 400 euros per year
- examination fees – not applicable
- Spanish lesson: ask for more details
Extras:
- Registration fee (for a programme/course) 319 EUR
- Medical insurance 68 EUR
- Study materials 400 EUR
Entry requirements, how to apply, what is required to enrol
- Last 2 school report
- Current level of Spanish and English
- Personal Interview (possibly in persor or via Skype/facetime)
- Current passport
- School registration forms
If kids are less than 12 years old there will be no problem to accept them, with low level of Spanish.
However, if they are older school can accept them but it will be difficult for them to follow up with the rhythm of the class and consequently will be tricky to pass the exams.
We do offer an intensive Spanish course when they need it.
In primary school, our education system is 50% English 50% Spanish
In Secondary school, our education system is 30% English, 70 Spanish
Institution on the map
Residence permits, citizenship and other services
- Guardianship services during the studies
- Student supervision
Review about COLEGIO BASE - MADRID
Recommendations on when to apply
| Language courses, schools and children's language camps | Primary and secondary education - private schools | Preparation programmes for entering universities - higher education | Higher education (after completing accredited programs A-level, IB, High School) - Bachelor, Master, MBA |
| - we recommend to apply 6-9 months before the start of the course (some camps and schools offer discounts for early booking or for lengthy study programs) - there are some very popular and high demand children's camps, where the applications need to be submitted 1 year in advance (in particular Switzerland , Great Britain , USA , Canada , Austria) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the training program, - some schools have a specific time frame (September-November - please specify an individual school) - some schools require tests in several stages (UKISET, internal tests of the school: English, mathematics, logics, subjects, interview, some require a personal visit) | - we recommend to apply one year before the start of the program, - for Foundation and Pathway programs, IELTS and TOEFL certificates are usually required, respectively | - recommended submission one year before the start of the program, - the deadline normally closes in January, for TOP HEIs and, as a rule, in March in other universities - for a bachelor, a Foundation or Pathway preparatory program a completed A-level, IB, High School + IELTS / TOEFL are required - for Masters you need a graduated higher education, in some cases you need a pre-Masters program - MBA requires completed higher education, work experience preferably at least 2-3 years, etc. |
