European School of Madrid vs Liceo Sorolla International School
European School of Madrid and Liceo Sorolla International School are both in Madrid, about 12 km apart. Both schools offer IB programmes. European School of Madrid also offers British and EYFS, and Liceo Sorolla International School also offers Swiss. Published annual fees are €4,090 - 7,290 at European School of Madrid and €4,345 - 9,905 at Liceo Sorolla International School, which puts Liceo Sorolla International School roughly 25% higher. European School of Madrid takes pupils from 0 to 18, and Liceo Sorolla International School from 2 to 18. Liceo Sorolla International School is the larger school, with around 1,300 pupils to European School of Madrid's 700. Typical class sizes are 27 at European School of Madrid and 20 at Liceo Sorolla International School.
IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), British Curriculum, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Curriculum
IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Swiss Curriculum
Pupils
Pupils
700
Pupils
1,300
Typical class size
Typical class size
27
Typical class size
20
Instruction language
Instruction language
English, Spanish
Instruction language
Spanish, English, French
Opened
Opened
1989
Opened
1963
Bus service
Bus service
Yes
Bus service
Yes
Essentials
Essentials
Location
Location
Las Rozas de Madrid, Madrid, Spain. The campus is located at Calle Cólquide, 14, Las Rozas and is served by two bus routes covering Las Rozas, Torrelodones and Majadahonda.
Location
Located in Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid, Spain. The campus address is Avda. Bularas 4, 28224 Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid. The school was founded in 1963. Pozuelo de Alarcón is a municipality within the Community of Madrid.
Nursery; Primary – PYP; Middle School – MYP; National Baccalaureate; International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
School type
School type
Private international school; IB World School; part of the Cognita family.
School type
Private school; family-owned
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix
1,300 students from 25 nationalities attend
Additional learning support
Additional learning support
Be Well Together PSHE programme; safeguarding team including child protection, mental health support, digital safety, and professionals from the psycho-pedagogical department; support for students with high capacities.
Additional learning support
Neurodiversity services are available.
Country affiliation
Country affiliation
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Country affiliation
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Religious affiliation
Religious affiliation
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Religious affiliation
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School day structure
School day structure
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School day structure
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Bus service details
Bus service details
Transportation service with two routes: Route 1 covers Las Rozas, Torrelodones and Majadahonda; Route 2 serves other neighbouring towns.
Bus service details
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Fees
Fees
Fee details
Fee details
School Fees (Academic year 2025-2026)
Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition is presented as monthly payments in 10 equal instalments, paid from September through June. - An annual enrolment fee (reservation deposit) of EUR 360 is payable at the time of registration; this fee does not include textbooks, excursions, school supplies, or computer equipment.
Infants (ages 0–5) - Babies (0–1): 4 hours — EUR 409 per month; annual total (10 instalments) EUR 4,090; per academic term (3-term split) EUR 1,363.33. - Babies (0–1): 8 hours — EUR 578 per month; annual total EUR 5,780; per term EUR 1,926.67. - First Stage (1–2): 4 hours — EUR 348 per month; annual total EUR 3,480; per term EUR 1,160.00. - First Stage (1–2): 8 hours — EUR 499 per month; annual total EUR 4,990; per term EUR 1,663.33. - Second Stage (3–5): EUR 542 per month; annual total EUR 5,420; per term EUR 1,806.67.
Primary (ages 6–12) - 1st and 2nd grade: EUR 598 per month; annual total EUR 5,980; per term EUR 1,993.33. - 3rd and 4th grade: EUR 633 per month; annual total EUR 6,330; per term EUR 2,110.00. - 5th and 6th grade: EUR 651 per month; annual total EUR 6,510; per term EUR 2,170.00.
Secondary (ages 12–16) - 1st and 2nd year (ESO): EUR 663 per month; annual total EUR 6,630; per term EUR 2,210.00. - 3rd year (ESO): EUR 688 per month; annual total EUR 6,880; per term EUR 2,293.33. - 4th year (ESO): EUR 700 per month; annual total EUR 7,000; per term EUR 2,333.33.
Baccalaureate (Pre-university, ages 16–18) - 1st year Bachillerato: EUR 719 per month; annual total EUR 7,190; per term EUR 2,396.67. - 2nd year Bachillerato: EUR 729 per month; annual total EUR 7,290; per term EUR 2,430.00.
Annual enrolment fee and discounts - Annual enrolment (reservation) fee: EUR 360 at registration. - Sibling discounts on the school fee: second sibling 10%; third sibling 20%; fourth sibling 50%. Discounts are not cumulative; only the highest single discount applies and they apply to the school fee. - Early payment discount: 1% for payment of the annual amount before September (applies only to the school fee).
Additional services and typical charges - Lunch service: Infants EUR 176; Primary, Secondary and Baccalaureate EUR 186. An additional daily sandwich option for Bachillerato students is EUR 49. - Extended hours (options and listed prices): Mornings (includes breakfast) — from 08:30: EUR 45; from 08:00: EUR 75. Afternoons — until 17:30: EUR 45; until 18:00: EUR 75. Additional early/late hours (07:00–08:00 and 18:00–19:00) are available only for Infants on request (price on request). - Transport (listed zone prices): Zone 1 (Las Rozas, Torrelodones, Majadahonda) — Round trip EUR 150; One way EUR 115. Zone 2 (other towns) — Round trip EUR 187; One way EUR 133.
Boarding - The school operates as a day school and does not offer boarding/residential provision.
Refund information - The enrolment fee is described as a reservation deposit paid at the time of registration; no separate refund terms are stated alongside the fee information.
Fee payment options and contact for billing - Specific accepted payment methods (bank transfer, direct debit, credit card, etc.) are not listed together with the fee table; for billing arrangements and payment methods, contact the school's admissions office by phone or email: Admissions phone +34 687 52 11 51; email admisionescem@cognita.com.
Notes on calculation conventions used above - Monthly figures shown above are the monthly instalment amounts as presented by the school. Annual totals were calculated as the monthly instalment multiplied by 10 (the school's 10-instalment schedule). Per-term amounts were calculated by dividing that annual total by three to present an approximate per-academic-term figure for each year group.
Fee details
Application / registration fees
- New-student registration (matrícula): EUR 500 (non‑refundable). For siblings the registration fee is EUR 200.
Tuition fees by school stage (annual amounts)
- Nursery / Kindergarten: - 1–2 years old: EUR 4,345 per year. - 3–4 years old: EUR 5,600 per year. - 5 years old: EUR 5,720 per year.
- Primary: - 1º and 2º Primary: EUR 6,045 per year. - 3º and 4º Primary: EUR 6,090 per year. - 5º and 6º Primary: EUR 6,130 per year.
- Secondary (ESO): - 1º and 2º ESO: EUR 6,345 per year. - 3º and 4º ESO: EUR 6,580 per year.
- Baccalaureate (Bachillerato): - 1º and 2º Bachillerato: EUR 6,945 per year. - International Baccalaureate (IB) option (BI): EUR 9,010 with an additional EUR 895 in IB‑related fees/taxes.
Additional recurring services and their annual prices
- School lunch (Comedor): - Nursery (2 years old) lunch: EUR 1,598 per year. - General school lunch (Comedor): EUR 1,980 per year.
- School transport (annual): EUR 1,790 per year.
- Additional mandatory small charges shown as separate lines: EUR 16.17 for Student Care & School Materials and EUR 6.21 for the Technology Fee (these amounts are applied in addition to tuition and to the services noted).
Daycare, single‑use vouchers and service extras
- Morning or afternoon daycare service: EUR 42 per month per time slot (morning 7:30–9:00 or afternoon 17:00–18:00). Extension of afternoon service to 18:30: EUR 60.20 per month.
- Music school (optional) — sample fees (annual course year 2025–26 listing): one‑off new‑student music registration EUR 40; individual lesson monthly tariffs and extras are published separately (examples: individual 30' EUR 74 per month; individual 60' EUR 148 per month; instrument rental EUR 15 per month; annual instrument deposit EUR 50).
- AMPA (parent association) annual contribution: EUR 25 per family, charged in the first term.
Discounts
- Large‑family discount: the third child and subsequent children receive a 30% discount on tuition.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- The total academic fee (tuition plus the technology fee, student materials/attention and similar recurring items) is divided into 10 equal monthly instalments charged from September through June.
- Textbook costs are invoiced in a single charge in October.
- Reservation for the next academic year: in February families who wish to keep their children enrolled pay EUR 250 per family as a place‑reservation fee; that EUR 250 is then deducted from the November receipt. If a student withdraws after the reservation payment is made, the reservation fee is not returned.
- Non‑payment: a student may be withdrawn from the school for failure to pay three consecutive monthly instalments.
Registration / refund rules
- The initial registration payment of EUR 500 is non‑refundable in all cases; for siblings the matriculation amount is EUR 200.
- The EUR 250 annual reservation charge (paid in February to reserve a place for the following year) is deducted from the November receipt; that reservation is forfeited (not returned) if the pupil is withdrawn after reservation.
Boarding (residency) status
- The school does not operate a boarding / residence offering (no internado). All provision is day‑school based.
Fee payment options and collection method
- Recurring tuition and service charges are collected as monthly receipts; extracurricular activity fees and their quarterly/termly instalments are processed by bank direct debit (domiciliación bancaria) to the same account where the school domiciles the main school receipt. This indicates direct‑debit collection is used for regular charges.
- Childcare vouchers (company childcare tickets) are accepted from all companies for eligible families.
Other practical notes on fee structure
- Complementary services (lunch, transport, daycare and similar) are billed as annual prices; changes to these services (signup/cancellation) must be communicated in advance according to the school rules.
- Extracurricular activity fees, music school fees and camp fees are priced separately from tuition and are billed according to their specific schedules and tariff lists. Examples of camp and extracurricular tariffs are published for the current season and for the music school (see the school's published tariff documents).
Diving deeper
Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements
Boarding arrangements
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Boarding arrangements
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Uniform requirement
Uniform requirement
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Uniform requirement
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Food options
Food options
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Food options
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House system
House system
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House system
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Governance and ownership
Governance and ownership
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Governance and ownership
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Academics
Academics
Curriculum details
Curriculum details
Infants (0-6), Primary (6-12), Secondary Education (12-16), and Baccalaureate (16-18). International Baccalaureate programmes are offered, including the Primary Years Programme (PYP) with Pre-PYP for ages 3-11 and the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ages 11-16; starting September 2027, the school will offer both the National Baccalaureate and the IB Diploma Programme (IBDP), completing the full IB continuum. The school provides a pathway from Infants to the 2nd year of Bachillerato (Pre-university).
Curriculum details
Primary education follows the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) for children aged 3 to 12, designed to foster curiosity through inquiry-based learning and to develop an international mindset. The International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) serves students aged 11 to 16, emphasizing critical thinking, problem-solving, communication and collaboration, and preparing learners for the Diploma Programme and higher education. The school offers the Diploma Programme (DP) alongside the Spanish Baccalaureate; students study six subjects (three higher level and three standard level) and complete the Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity and Service core components. The DP is for students aged 16 to 19 and is recognized by leading universities worldwide; the school reports a 100% DP pass rate since 2016 and a 2020 average of 34.41/45 (8.48 in university entrance ranking). National Baccalaureate is offered with two science tracks and one humanities track. The program is trilingual (Spanish + English + French) and includes students from about 25 nationalities with international trips to five countries.
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
Exam results
Academic results include a 100% pass rate in PAU 2025 with an average PAU grade of 7.56 and a CAU average of 10.54. EvAU results from the 2023-2024 school year show a top score of 13.9 out of 14. CEM is a Cambridge ESOL preparation center and offers official language examinations in English (PET, FCE, CAE), French (DELF), German (FIT), and Chinese (HSK), with certifications provided by Alliance Française, Goethe Institut, and the Confucius Institute. CEM Excellence Scholarships were awarded for 2025/26 to high-achieving students.
Exam results
DP results include a 100% pass rate since 2016; the 2020 DP average was 34.41/45 (equivalent to 8.48 in university entrance ranking). The Diploma Programme is recognized by leading universities worldwide, providing access to universities around the world.
Higher education progression
Higher education progression
Some students gain access to double degree opportunities in English, Medicine, Mathematical Engineering or Aeronautics, with graduates continuing their studies in Spain or abroad. The school emphasizes preparation for university and professional futures through its IB pathway and diverse examination options.
Higher education progression
DP graduates are prepared for university worldwide; the DP is recognized by leading universities worldwide, providing access to universities across the world.
Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
CEM offers CEM Excellence Scholarships for high-achieving Secondary and Baccalaureate students; scholarships recognize outstanding academic performance and ongoing commitment to school values.
Gifted and talented
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Academic calendar
Academic calendar
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Academic calendar
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Wellbeing & support
Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning
Social & emotional learning
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Social & emotional learning
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Special educational needs (SEN)
Special educational needs (SEN)
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Special educational needs (SEN)
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English as an additional language
English as an additional language
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English as an additional language
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Mental wellbeing
Mental wellbeing
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Mental wellbeing
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Safeguarding
Safeguarding
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Safeguarding
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Safeguarding policy
Safeguarding policy
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Safeguarding policy
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Facilities
Facilities
Facilities overview
Facilities overview
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Facilities overview
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Sports facilities
Sports facilities
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Sports facilities
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Academic facilities
Academic facilities
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Academic facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
Extra curricular facilities
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Extra curricular facilities
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Parent experience
Parent experience
History
History
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History
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Community
Community
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Community
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Parent teacher association
Parent teacher association
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Parent teacher association
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Extra-curricular
Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual
Academic & intellectual
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Academic & intellectual
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Arts & creative
Arts & creative
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Arts & creative
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Cultural & language
Cultural & language
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Cultural & language
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Social & hobbies
Social & hobbies
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Social & hobbies
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Community & service
Community & service
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Community & service
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Leadership & professional
Leadership & professional
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Leadership & professional
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Lifestyle & wellbeing
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Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
Language provision
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Language provision
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Bilingual teaching
Bilingual teaching
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Bilingual teaching
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Immersion programs
Immersion programs
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Immersion programs
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Reputation
Reputation
Awards
Awards
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Awards
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Accreditations
Accreditations
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Accreditations
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Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
Admissions
5 steps process: 1. Request an interview: Contact our admissions office to arrange an initial interview regarding your child and to find out about the availability of places in their age group. 2. Visit CEM: Explore our school by either embarking on a guided tour led by our admissions manager or attending one of our Open Days. You'll meet our teachers and leadership team members, gain insights into the school's daily activities and experience the dynamic atmosphere of our educational community. 3. Interview and level test: We facilitate a meeting between the student and the head of the respective department, who will administer a level test for students in year 5 or above. 4. Enrolment: If suitable spots are open, and we find CEM to be a good match for your child, we'll extend an official offer. You can then confirm your enrolment within a specified timeframe. 5. Admissions documentation: If you accept the offer, you will then be requested to complete the admissions enrolment documents and pay the admission fee to secure your child's admission. Registration period is open throughout the year.
Admissions
To start the admission process, complete our online form so that we know your needs. The form provides information about your family and student to help plan the next steps. Submitting the form initiates the admission process and signals the admissions team to begin engagement.
The admissions team will contact you by phone after you submit the form. The call is to organise a visit to the school. A date and time for the visit will be arranged during this call.
During your visit to the school, you will have the opportunity to get to know our centre. You will meet our professional team. You can resolve any doubts or questions you may have.
After the visit, the admissions team will contact you to inform you whether your application for a place has been accepted and the requirements for final matriculation. They will outline the steps for final matriculation if your application is accepted. The process ends with enrolment steps as directed by the school.
Scholarships
Scholarships
Excellence Scholarships: The school offers four Excellence Scholarships in each level (Secondary and Baccalaureate). The scholarships are awarded for the following academic year and consist of discounts on the school fee: 50% discount for the best academic record in the course, 25% discount for the next two best records, and 10% discount for the fourth best record. Eligibility: must be enrolled in ESO or 1st Bachillerato during the convoc year and must be a student of Colegio Europeo de Madrid. Disciplinary: no grave or very grave faults during the convoc year. Economic: if a family has special conditions, the school will choose the best option; these discounts are not cumulative or transferable. Academic requirements: • 1st ESO (PAI): be among the four best records for the course, with a minimum grade of 5 in any subject; all subjects must have been passed in the first call; three foreign languages are studied. • 2nd ESO to 1st Bachillerato: be among the four best records for the course, with a minimum grade of 7 in any subject; all subjects must have been passed in the first call; three foreign languages are studied (except for 4th ESO, which requires three languages or two languages and Technology). Tie-breakers: (a) greater number of subjects with final grade Matrícula de Honor; if tied, continue with grades 10, 9, 8, etc.; (b) more siblings enrolled in the school; (c) in case of persistent ties, the faculty decides by simple majority with the director's casting vote if needed. Procedure: after final June grades are submitted, scholarships are awarded based on the stated criteria; once the list of scholarship recipients is published, appeals may be lodged within 15 natural days; scholarships are awarded for the following academic year; if a family declines, the scholarship is declared void; the school reserves the right to withdraw the scholarship for non-compliance with commitments. If a family does not want their child to participate, they must notify in writing before the end of May in the convocatoria year. Participation implies consent to publish the resolution with the recipient's name and image. Commitments of the scholarship recipient: no subject may be failed during the scholarship period; maintain appropriate behavior with no grave or very grave faults; participate in external academic competitions on behalf of Colegio Europeo de Madrid; failure to meet commitments leads to revocation of the scholarship. This regulation applies from the convocatoria of the 2023-2024 academic year; text revised 09/01/2024.
