Atlas American School of Malaga vs Torrequebrada International College

	A Atlas American School of Malaga Malaga, Spain	T Torrequebrada International College Malaga, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €500 - 16,350	Fees / year €4,180 - 5,680
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 2 - 18 years
Type	Type —	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum American Curriculum, Advanced Placement (AP), IB (DP)	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Bespoke Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 500	Pupils 799
Typical class size	Typical class size 16	Typical class size 20
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English, Spanish
Opened	Opened —	Opened 2004
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Estepona, Málaga, Spain. Calle Monda Nº2, Selwo Hills, 29680 Estepona. Selwo Hills area; sits on a municipal plot awarded through an administrative concession. Phone +34 952 938 155; admissions@atlas-asm.es.	Location Benalmádena, Málaga, Spain (Calle Ronda del Golf Este 7-11, 29639 Benalmádena, Málaga)
Stages	Stages Preschool (K1–K3, ages 3–6); Elementary School (1st–6th); Middle School (7th–8th); High School (9th–12th).	Stages Infant PYP; Primary PYP; Secondary MYP; Baccalaureate DP
School type	School type Private international school offering the American curriculum.	School type International Baccalaureate World School offering IB programmes (PYP, MYP, DP)
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix More than 30 nationalities are represented in the educational community
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Student Support Services including English as a Second Language and Spanish as a Second Language.	Additional learning support Psycho-educational guidance and first aid services: a Psycho-educational Guidance Office handles pupil care, teacher support, observation, diagnosis and follow-up; university orientation tests for High School pupils; guidance talks for parents; first aid service with health education projects and emergency protocols
Country affiliation	Country affiliation United States	Country affiliation Spain
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details School bus service available.	Bus service details Transport is provided as part of the school services; Transport is listed as a service at Primary
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application and enrollment fees - Family Admission Fee: €2,000 (one-time, mandatory, non-refundable). - Annual Registration Fee: €500 per student (mandatory, non-refundable; charged mid-year for returning students). - Deposit: €1,000 per student (refundable once the student is correctly withdrawn or graduates and all financial obligations are settled). Tuition fees (installments and annual totals) - Preschool (K1 – K3) - 1st Installment (Sept–Dec): €3,420 - 2nd Installment (Jan–Mar): €2,565 - 3rd Installment (Apr–Jun): €2,565 - Annual total: €8,550 - Upfront payment (4% discount): €8,208. - Elementary School (Grades 1–6) - 1st Installment (Sept–Dec): €4,520 - 2nd Installment (Jan–Mar): €3,390 - 3rd Installment (Apr–Jun): €3,390 - Annual total: €11,300 - Upfront payment (4% discount): €10,848. - Middle School (Grades 7–8) - 1st Installment (Sept–Dec): €5,080 - 2nd Installment (Jan–Mar): €3,810 - 3rd Installment (Apr–Jun): €3,810 - Annual total: €12,700 - Upfront payment (4% discount): €12,192. - High School (Grades 9–11) - 1st Installment (Sept–Dec): €5,940 - 2nd Installment (Jan–Mar): €4,455 - 3rd Installment (Apr–Jun): €4,455 - Annual total: €14,850 - Upfront payment (4% discount): €14,256. - American High School Diploma (AHSD, Grade 12) - 1st Installment (Sept–Dec): €7,425 - 2nd Installment (Jan–Apr): €7,425 - Annual total: €14,850 - Upfront payment (4% discount): €14,256. - IB Programme - IB Year 1 (Grade 11) - 1st Installment (Sept–Dec): €6,540 - 2nd Installment (Jan–Mar): €4,905 - 3rd Installment (Apr–Jun): €4,905 - Annual total: €16,350 - Upfront payment (4% discount): €15,696. - IB Year 2 (Grade 12) - 1st Installment (Sept–Dec): €8,175 - 2nd Installment (Jan–Apr): €8,175 - Annual total: €16,350 - Upfront payment (4% discount): €15,696. Family discounts on tuition - 3rd child enrolled: 25% discount on tuition. - 4th child and additional children: 60% discount on tuition. - Discounts do not apply to corporate payments and are subject to review. What tuition fees include - Textbooks and basic school supplies for K1–G10, online licenses (where applicable), college counseling, transcripts, day field trips, laboratory supplies, and IB examinations (first sitting only). - Annual tuition insurance policy that covers continuity of studies in the event of the death of a parent/legal guardian (covers tuition only; does not cover lunch, bus service, registration fees, or other services). Fees and items not included (additional costs) - School uniform (not included). - Textbooks and online licenses for IB or Grades 11 and 12 (not included). - EAL (English as an Additional Language) or SAL (Spanish as an Additional Language) support: may incur an additional supplement of up to €300 per month if required. Enrollment in these programs is determined by the school. - IB certificates for American High School Diploma students: €600 per subject (one-time payment in Grade 12). - Fees for official-document recognition (Spanish diplomas, UNED registration) and AP exam costs: charged at cost. - After-school activities, extracurricular activities, and residential trips: separate costs and are billed separately (activities are paid on a semester basis). Students with outstanding payments will not be permitted to participate in school trips. Annual service fees (examples and installment breakdowns) - Bus service — One way: - Installments: €660 (1st), €495 (2nd), €495 (3rd). (G12: €660, €660 — two-installment structure where shown.) - Bus service — Round trip: - Installments: €800 (1st), €600 (2nd), €600 (3rd). (G12: €800, €800 — two-installment structure where shown.) - Lunch: - K1–G11: €580 (1st), €435 (2nd), €435 (3rd). - G12: €580, €580 (two-installment structure shown). - A daily menu is provided for Kindergarten through Grade 8; in Grades 9–12 lunch is optional and high-school cafeteria purchases are billed monthly on a high-school lunch card. Billing schedule and payment terms - Payment schedule for K1–G11: - 1st Installment due by September 1. - 2nd Installment due by December 1. - 3rd Installment due by March 1. - Payment schedule for Grade 12 (where two installments apply): - 1st Installment due by September 1. - 2nd Installment due by December 1. - The Annual Registration Fee is charged in March for the following school year. - Upfront payment discount: a 4% discount is applied to annual tuition paid upfront if received by June 30, 2026; the discount does not apply to lunch or transportation fees. Payments for upfront discount arrangements are handled through the school's Finance office (finance@atlas-asm.es). - Payment conditions and penalties: - Cash payments are not accepted. - All wire transfers must be received in a net amount; parents are liable for any bank charges. - A European bank account within the SEPA circuit is mandatory for direct-debit payments (tuition, lunch, etc.). - A €20 administrative penalty applies for bounced payments. - A €20 penalty applies to payments received after the specified due dates, plus an additional €20 per month for each month of delay. - Persistent late payment may result in interruption of schooling and the school reserves the right to cancel enrollment if non-payment persists. Withdrawal and refund policy - To withdraw a student, families must contact the Admissions Department (admissions@atlas-asm.es). - If a student withdraws during an installment period, no refund will be issued for the current installment. - Written notice must be provided at least one month prior to the next scheduled payment to avoid being charged for the subsequent installment. - The Deposit (€1,000 per student) is refundable once the student is correctly withdrawn or graduates and all financial obligations have been met. The Family Admission Fee and the Annual Registration Fee are non-refundable. Boarding - No boarding fees are listed; boarding is not indicated in the school's tuition and fees schedule. Fee payment options - Accepted mechanisms and requirements: - Wire transfer / bank transfer (payments must be received net). - SEPA direct-debit from a European bank account (mandatory for direct debit arrangements). - Cash payments are not accepted. - Credit-card payment is not specified in the fees schedule; parents should use bank transfer/SEPA or contact Finance for specific payment arrangements.	Fee details Overview Colegio Internacional Torrequebrada is a private bilingual day school that also offers boarding provision for older students. It teaches through the International Baccalaureate continuum from Infant to Baccalaureate. Application / enrolment fee - New-student enrolment (one-off, non-refundable): approximately EUR 495. - Re-enrolment / annual reservation fee for returning students: approximately EUR 260. - The enrolment fee is charged once at the point of registration to secure a place. Tuition fees by school stage (typical amounts and term/year equivalents) Note: the following figures are presented as monthly amounts (where published) with an annual and per-term equivalent shown for convenience. Annual totals are calculated from the monthly figure multiplied by 10 months (standard academic-month billing), and the per-term amount is the annual total divided into three terms. - Infant (Early Years / ages ~2–5): - Typical published monthly fee: EUR 392 per month. - Approximate annual fee (10 months): EUR 3,920 per year. - Approximate fee per term (3 terms): EUR 1,307 per term. - Primary (ages ~6–11): - Typical published monthly fee: EUR 450 per month. - Approximate annual fee (10 months): EUR 4,500 per year. - Approximate fee per term (3 terms): EUR 1,500 per term. - Secondary / ESO (ages ~12–16): - Typical published monthly fee: EUR 490 per month. - Approximate annual fee (10 months): EUR 4,900 per year. - Approximate fee per term (3 terms): EUR 1,633 per term. - Baccalaureate / IB Diploma (ages ~16–18): - Typical published monthly fee: EUR 542 per month. - Approximate annual fee (10 months): EUR 5,420 per year. - Approximate fee per term (3 terms): EUR 1,807 per term. Boarding / residence fees (where applicable) - Boarding is available for Baccalaureate-age students (residence provision). Typical boarding availability is noted for senior students; specific boarding fees are charged in addition to tuition and vary by room type and level of service. Typical private-school boarding supplements in the area should be expected on top of the tuition figures above. Other compulsory or commonly charged costs - School lunch / cafeteria: approximately EUR 128 per month (contracted for the full school year). Equivalent annual: ~EUR 1,280. - School transport (bus): typical published range EUR 131–171 per month depending on route. Equivalent annual: ~EUR 1,310–1,710. - Before-school care / aula matinal: approximately EUR 67 per month. Equivalent annual: ~EUR 670. - School insurance / medical cover: approximately EUR 51 per year (annual charge). - Uniforms and footwear: purchase of required uniform items is charged separately; families should budget for an initial uniform purchase in the first year and replacement items thereafter (typical private-school uniform costs in the area are not included in tuition). Extra costs such as textbooks, technology devices (where required), language exam fees, specific course materials, and some trips are charged in addition to basic tuition. Billing schedule and payment terms - The school issues tuition charges on a regular billing schedule and offers standard options for payment in full or by instalments. Common payment patterns used locally include annual payment, fraccionado in two instalments (half on enrolment and half mid-year) or monthly instalments across the academic months. Where instalments are selected, there may be administrative terms that apply. Families typically provide a formal enrolment payment at registration to secure the place. Refund / cancellation policy - Enrollment/reservation fees are treated as one-off payments to secure a place and are non-refundable in standard practice. Tuition refunds or partial refunds for early withdrawal, mid-year departures, or cancellation follow the school's published admissions and billing policies and are handled on a case-by-case contractual basis. Families should expect that certain fees (for example admission/enrolment charges and any paid-per-service items) will not be refundable once the place or service has been confirmed. Accepted methods of payment - The school accepts standard bank transfer payments and card payments where supported; direct-debit and other electronic payment methods are typically accepted for recurring instalments. Specific payment instruments and instructions are provided directly on the school billing documentation. Other notes on additional charges - Extra-curricular activities, specialist clubs, music lessons, horseback riding, sports camps and external examination fees are charged separately. - Occasional or ad-hoc charges (school trips, international exchanges, examination invigilation fees for external qualifications) are billed as they occur. - Sibling discounts, early-payment discounts or negotiated payment plans may be available under the school's standard admissions/finance arrangements.
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Atlas American School of Malaga follows the American academic curriculum and prepares students for university entrance in Spain or elsewhere. The program emphasizes both content knowledge and the development of skills, training students through reflection, inquiry, and communication. The curriculum provides access to Spanish and international universities. It is organized into four stages: Preschool (K1–K3, ages 3–6), Elementary School (1st–6th), Middle School (7th–8th), and High School (9th–12th). The school emphasizes collaborative inquiry and personalized learning to foster logical thinking, reading comprehension, public speaking, and other core competencies.	Curriculum details IB continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) from Infant to Baccalaureate; private bilingual school with instruction in English and Spanish; experiential curriculum that combines academic learning with real-world experiences. Diploma Programme delivered with roughly 80% Spanish and 20% English.
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Higher education progression	Higher education progression Atlas American School of Malaga emphasizes university readiness and provides pathways to universities in Spain and abroad. Graduates have access to higher education institutions in both Spain and international locations. The program supports development of analytical, discourse, and communication skills to strengthen college applications. Graduates pursue higher education at universities around the world.	Higher education progression Access to prestigious universities in Spain and around the world; personalised guidance tools for each student to choose their path with confidence and success.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning —	Social & emotional learning —
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) —
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language —
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Facilities	Facilities
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Parent experience	Parent experience
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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual —	Academic & intellectual —
Arts & creative	Arts & creative —	Arts & creative —
Cultural & language	Cultural & language —	Cultural & language —
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies —	Social & hobbies —
Community & service	Community & service —	Community & service —
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional —	Leadership & professional —
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing —	Lifestyle & wellbeing —
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision —	Language provision —
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Reputation	Reputation
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Schedule a school tour to learn more about Atlas ASM. Complete the Online Application at atlas-asm.openapply.com/apply. After reviewing the student's academic history, an interview and placement test will be scheduled to assess academic capabilities. Final admission decisions are communicated by a formal admissions letter; admitted families receive a service provision agreement to sign by the indicated date and a bank deposit is required to finalize enrollment. Notification of admission: Upon notice of admission, you have 15 calendar days to confirm in writing your intention to enroll using the form included in the Notification of Admission; if not confirmed, the space is relinquished. Documents requested: school transcripts for the previous two years and the current year; applicant information; ID/passport copies; one letter of recommendation issued and sent from the admissions platform to the designated teacher, principal, or advisor. Non-native English speakers applying for grades 9–12 must provide results from the Duolingo English Test (DET) with a score of 120 or higher; the DET is computer-based and requires Google Chrome, a self-facing camera, and a microphone; results are available within 48 hours. Instructions to share DET scores appear at englishtest.duolingo.com/sharing. The admission process is conditional on the receipt of final grades for the current academic year. All G7–G11 students studying abroad must bring all original documents certified by the country of origin and with the Hague Apostille.	Admissions 01 Request information: Fill in the admission form and we will contact you to answer your questions and arrange a visit. 02 Appointment with the admissions team: We will welcome you at CIT to meet you, talk about our educational project and show you our facilities. 03 Offer of a place: We will inform you about the availability of places and the next steps in the admission process. 04 Admission interview: A key moment to get to know the student, their interests, expectations and academic aspirations.
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