Lady Elizabeth School vs Magno International School

	L Lady Elizabeth School Alicante, Spain	M Magno International School Alicante, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €6,580 - 14,900	Fees / year €4,950 - 7,738
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)	Type —
Curriculum	Curriculum IPC (International Primary Curriculum), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Pupils	Pupils 1,300	Pupils 300
Typical class size	Typical class size 20	Typical class size 20
Instruction language	Instruction language English, Spanish	Instruction language English, Spanish
Opened	Opened 1987	Opened —
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service Yes
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Alicante, Spain. The school is located at Entrada, Urb. Cumbre del Sol, s/n, Alicante.	Location Monforte del Cid, Alicante province, Spain. Address: Avenida de Levante nº 10-12, Urb. Alenda Golf, 03670. The campus sits on more than 33,000 m2 of green space and is near the cities of Alicante, Elche, Elda and Petrel.
Stages	Stages Early Years (2–6), Primary School (6–11), Secondary School (11–16), Sixth Form (16–18).	Stages Early Years, Primary, Secondary, and Sixth Form. It is now a Cambridge International Education school in Early Years and Primary.
School type	School type British international school; boarding available from age 13.	School type International school; Cambridge International Education in Early Years and Primary; part of the Orbital Education group.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix Over 60 nationalities represented; a diverse international community.	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation British	Country affiliation —
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure —	School day structure Opening hours Monday to Friday 08:30–17:00.
Bus service details	Bus service details The bus service covers a wide area from Benidorm to Gandia. Routes include Alfaz del Pí (Motorway), La Nucia (Motorway), Calpe (Secondary), Calpe/Altea (Primary), Gandia (Motorway), Denia (Secondary), Denia (Primary), Oliva, Pego, Alcalalí, Jávea (Ermita), Jávea (Puerto), Moraira, Calpe/Altea (Secondary). Each bus is equipped with a monitor to ensure students' wellbeing and good behaviour during the journey.	Bus service details There is a school bus service with monitors supervising younger children. A designated bus stop is within school grounds but away from the core building; children are supervised when boarding and disembarking. The service costs €185 per month and routes are subject to place availability and changes in oil prices; cancellations incur a one-month charge for contracted services not used.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application & registration fees - Registration fee (new student, one-time, non-refundable): EUR 1,650. - Annual re/enrolment fee (charged each year to reserve a place): EUR 1,100 (applies to all year groups). Tuition fees by year group (academic year 2025/2026) - Early Years - Pre-nursery (age 2): Annual tuition EUR 6,580; monthly EUR 658; annual re/enrolment EUR 1,100. - Foundation 1: Annual tuition EUR 7,690; monthly EUR 769; annual re/enrolment EUR 1,100. - Foundation 2: Annual tuition EUR 7,970; monthly EUR 797; annual re/enrolment EUR 1,100. - Primary School - Year 1 / Year 2: Annual tuition EUR 8,680; monthly EUR 868; annual re/enrolment EUR 1,100. - Year 3 / Year 4: Annual tuition EUR 8,860; monthly EUR 886; annual re/enrolment EUR 1,100. - Year 5 / Year 6: Annual tuition EUR 8,990; monthly EUR 899; annual re/enrolment EUR 1,100. - Secondary School (Years 7–11) - Year 7: Annual tuition EUR 10,480; monthly EUR 1,048; annual re/enrolment EUR 1,100. - Year 8: Annual tuition EUR 12,610; monthly EUR 1,261; annual re/enrolment EUR 1,100. - Year 9: Annual tuition EUR 13,070; monthly EUR 1,307; annual re/enrolment EUR 1,100. - Year 10: Annual tuition EUR 13,620; monthly EUR 1,362; annual re/enrolment EUR 1,100. - Year 11: Annual tuition EUR 13,980; monthly EUR 1,398; annual re/enrolment EUR 1,100. - Sixth Form (Years 12–13) - Year 12: Annual tuition EUR 14,300; monthly EUR 1,430; annual re/enrolment EUR 1,100. - Year 13: Annual tuition EUR 14,900; monthly EUR 1,490; annual re/enrolment EUR 1,100. Extra / Additional fees (charges beyond tuition) - One-off registration fee for new students: EUR 1,650 (listed above). - Lunch (compulsory for specified year groups): Early years & Primary: annual EUR 1,550 (monthly EUR 155); Secondary: annual EUR 1,700 (monthly EUR 170). - Bus service (optional): annual EUR 1,750 (monthly EUR 175). - Early Drop-Off Club (07:45–08:30): annual EUR 550 (monthly EUR 55). - Items and services that are commonly charged separately (may incur additional cost): school uniform, examination fees, private medical insurance, airport transfers and certain field trips. Boarding packages explicitly list which items are included/excluded. Boarding fees (where applicable) - Boarding is available from age 13; two boarding options are offered: Full (7 days/week) and Weekly (5 days/week). Included and excluded items are specified in the boarding fee schedule. - Boarding fees 2025/26 (by year group shown in the boarding fee schedule): - Full boarding (annual): Year 8–Year 13 range: EUR 38,010 to EUR 40,300 depending on year. - Weekly boarding (annual): Year 8–Year 13 range: EUR 32,511 to EUR 34,801 depending on year. - Boarding packages include tuition, shared accommodation, meals, laundry, local trips, textbooks and study materials, transport to/from school, supervised study support, extracurricular weekend activities and school insurance. Items not included: school uniform, private medical insurance, examination fees, airport transfers and some field trips. - For boarders who do not hold Spanish residency there is a student resident-permit processing fee of EUR 1,000 (new boarders where applicable). Billing schedule and payment terms - Billing frequency options: monthly instalments (typically 10 monthly payments across the school year) or single annual payment. Monthly instalments are collected by SEPA direct debit within the first five days of each month. - Annual payment timing and discounts: a 5% advanced-payment discount applies when the full tuition (and enrolment/re-enrolment fee) is paid in advance by the stated deadline for the advanced-payment discount (deadlines referenced in the school fee schedules; advance-payment timing is specified per year). - Important dates and deposits (boarders and general): all fees must be paid before 31 July (date specified in the fee documents); for re-enrolling students a re-enrolment charge is billed during the second term (and specific boarding-place deposits are required to secure boarding places on the dates shown in the boarding schedule). For boarding the fee schedule shows the re-enrolment invoice date and an anticipated EUR 5,000 deposit by mid-April to secure a boarding place. - Payment method for monthly instalments: SEPA direct debit is the standard monthly collection method; bank details must be provided at registration. Returned direct debits or unpaid instalments may incur additional charges. - Late payment and interest: the school may charge interest on unpaid fees (up to 3% per month) and may suspend educational services for non-payment; suspension for non-payment can lead to termination after the applicable notice period set out in the Parent Contract. Parents remain legally liable for fees even if a third party pays and then defaults. Refunds, withdrawal and notice - Refunds for early withdrawal: withdrawing a pupil before the end of the school year normally results in a refund for the remaining months, but refunds are reduced by any annual-payment discounts previously applied. Failure to provide the required notice of withdrawal will trigger fees in lieu of notice which are deducted from refundable amounts. - No refund/waiver in normal circumstances: fees will not be refunded or waived for absence due to sickness, for shortened terms, or for temporary school closures except in exceptional cases at the Principal's discretion or where a legal obligation requires a refund. - Re-enrolment / registration payments are non-refundable, except for narrow circumstances defined in the school contract; returning the re-enrolment payment within a short statutory window may be treated as unilateral termination without penalty (see the parental contract terms). Discounts and sibling policy - Sibling discounts: the third child from the same family receives a 15% discount on tuition and registration/re-enrolment fees; the fourth child and subsequent children receive a 50% reduction on tuition and registration/re-enrolment fees. - Advance-payment discount: a 5% discount on tuition (and enrolment/re-enrolment fees) is applied if the full year is paid in advance by the advanced-payment deadline specified in the school fee schedule. Fee payment options - Monthly instalments: SEPA direct debit (monthly) is the standard method; bank details are provided at registration. - Annual payments: single annual payments are accepted (timing and invoicing procedures are set by the accounts office). In some published fee schedules the school also documents the acceptance of bank transfer or credit card payments (credit card or certain non‑SEPA methods may carry an administrative surcharge per invoice). Contact channels shown in the school fee documents are used to arrange annual payment by bank transfer or card where allowed. Summary - Registration (new student): EUR 1,650 (one-time) and annual re/enrolment: EUR 1,100. Tuition varies by year group (Early Years through Year 13) as listed above. Monthly collection is typically via SEPA direct debit; annual-payment discounts and sibling discounts apply under the stated rules. Boarding is charged separately (full and weekly rates) and has its own inclusions/exclusions and deposit/timing requirements. Refunds and withdrawal liabilities are governed by the School's Parent Contract terms summarized above.	Fee details Application and enrolment fees - Enrolment fee (new students only): EUR 650 (one-off payment for the student's time at the school). - Annual place reservation fee (all students): EUR 360 — this fee is charged annually and is non-refundable; it covers cultural excursions and school insurance. Tuition fees by year group (monthly, standard annual and early-payment annual) Note: Monthly fees are shown below. The school's published annual early-payment figure is the 10-month total with a 2% discount applied. Standard annual tuition (for comparison) equals the monthly fee multiplied by 10 (the school's published payment basis). - 1º Infantil (ages 3–4): Monthly EUR 495 — Standard annual (10 months) EUR 4,950 — Early-payment (10 months, 2% discount) EUR 4,851. - 2º Infantil (ages 4–5): Monthly EUR 495 — Standard annual EUR 4,950 — Early-payment EUR 4,851. - 3º Infantil (ages 5–6): Monthly EUR 495 — Standard annual EUR 4,950 — Early-payment EUR 4,851. - 1º Primaria (ages 6–7): Monthly EUR 535 — Standard annual EUR 5,350 — Early-payment EUR 5,243. - 2º Primaria (ages 7–8): Monthly EUR 535 — Standard annual EUR 5,350 — Early-payment EUR 5,243. - 3º Primaria (ages 8–9): Monthly EUR 535 — Standard annual EUR 5,350 — Early-payment EUR 5,243. - 4º Primaria (ages 9–10): Monthly EUR 570 — Standard annual EUR 5,700 — Early-payment EUR 5,586. - 5º Primaria (ages 10–11): Monthly EUR 570 — Standard annual EUR 5,700 — Early-payment EUR 5,586. - 6º Primaria (ages 11–12): Monthly EUR 570 — Standard annual EUR 5,700 — Early-payment EUR 5,586. - 1º ESO (ages 12–13): Monthly EUR 610 — Standard annual EUR 6,100 — Early-payment EUR 5,978. - 2º ESO (ages 13–14): Monthly EUR 610 — Standard annual EUR 6,100 — Early-payment EUR 5,978. - 3º ESO (ages 14–15): Monthly EUR 625 — Standard annual EUR 6,250 — Early-payment EUR 6,125. - 4º ESO (ages 15–16): Monthly EUR 625 — Standard annual EUR 6,250 — Early-payment EUR 6,125. - 1º Bachillerato (ages 16–17): Monthly EUR 720 — Standard annual EUR 7,200 — Early-payment EUR 7,056. - 2º Bachillerato (ages 17–18): Monthly EUR 720 — Standard annual EUR 7,200 — Early-payment EUR 7,056. Per-term figures - The academic calendar for 2025–26 is organised into three main teaching periods. Per-term tuition figures below are calculated as one third of the standard annual tuition (monthly fee × 10, divided by 3) to match the school's three-term academic structure. Use these per-term figures as the school-year tuition divided into three equal terms. Examples (per term, rounded to the euro): - 1º Infantil — Per term approximately EUR 1,650 (standard annual EUR 4,950 ÷ 3). - 1º Primaria — Per term approximately EUR 1,783 (standard annual EUR 5,350 ÷ 3). - 1º Bachillerato — Per term approximately EUR 2,400 (standard annual EUR 7,200 ÷ 3). Billing schedule and payment terms - Monthly fee payments are accepted only via direct debit. Returned direct debits incur a charge of EUR 6. Any invoice unpaid after 15 days will be considered a debt and will accrue interest at 3% on the outstanding amount. - Early-payment option: a 2% discount on the annual tuition (10-month total) is applied if the annual amount is paid by bank transfer before the stated deadline (example: by 31 July 2025 for the 2025–26 year). The school publishes the bank details for this transfer. Proof of payment should be emailed as instructed by the school. Boarding - Boarding is not listed as a service or charge in the school's tuition schedule; no boarding fees are applicable. Other compulsory or optional costs - School dining service (lunch): EUR 178 (listed as a fee). The school indicates the dining service is compulsory for all students and the dining charge is included in the fee schedule. - Bus service: EUR 185 (round-trip) and a one-way bus option EUR 100. - External examinations: fees for external examinations are not included in tuition and are charged separately. - Overnight trips: trips with overnight stays incur additional charges. - Books and school supplies: not included in the tuition fee; these are charged to families as required. - Uniform: wearing the school uniform is compulsory at all stages. The school has a transition period for old and new uniforms; only the new uniform will be permitted from September 2026. Costs for uniforms are additional to tuition. Sibling discounts - A 5% discount on tuition is applied to the second child enrolled. A 15% discount on tuition is applied to the third and subsequent children. Refund information - The annual place reservation fee (EUR 360) is explicitly non-refundable. The enrolment fee is a one-off payment for the student's school life; the fee schedule presents it as a one-off charge. Specific refund policies for other fees are governed by the school's terms and conditions and the school's published policies. Fee payment options and practical instructions - Monthly tuition: direct debit only. Returned direct debits are charged EUR 6. - Annual early-payment option: bank transfer to the school's specified account (Bankinter). The school provides the IBAN and SWIFT for early-payment transfers and requests proof of payment by email for reconciliation. - Invoices unpaid after 15 days accrue interest at 3% on the outstanding amount.
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details From age 2 to 18, Lady Elizabeth School follows a British pathway enriched with IPC and Spanish, with English and Spanish at the core of language learning. Early Years (Ages 2–6) use the EYFS framework in a bilingual environment. Primary School (Ages 6–11) combines the IPC with the British National Curriculum to develop language skills, leadership and independence. Secondary School (Ages 11–16) prepares students for GCSEs through the British and Spanish curricula, with opportunities to explore additional languages and engage in life skills through extra-curricular programmes. Sixth Form (Ages 16–18) offers specialised A Level courses, with mentoring, charity events and leadership opportunities and guidance for top universities worldwide. Multilingualism is central, with English and Spanish at the core; learners also study German, Russian and French.	Curriculum details Magno International School is a multilingual school with Spanish and English as the primary languages of instruction. Language learning begins in early childhood with near-total immersion and the balance of English and Spanish becomes more even as students progress. German and French are introduced from Year 2 of Early Education, and from Year 5 of Primary they choose which language to continue toward fluency. The school offers two Baccalaureate pathways for ages 16–18: the Spanish National Baccalaureate and an International A-Level Programme. Magno is an official preparation centre for Cambridge English qualifications, DELF/DALF, and Goethe-Institut certificates. For Sixth Form, the International A-Level Programme combines on-campus support with online learning to enable access to Spanish and international universities, including UNED.
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Exam results	Exam results GCSE and A Level results are consistently among the best in the world, and students gain entry to top universities.	Exam results —
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Future Pathways provides personalised guidance for university and career choices. With specialist guidance and industry connections, students gain valuable insights, refine their goals and access opportunities aligned with their ambitions. Through exclusive scholarships, they have opportunities to study with some of the world's most renowned institutions, gaining skills for emerging careers and industries globally.	Higher education progression Magno offers two Sixth Form pathways: the Spanish National Baccalaureate and an International A-Level Programme. The A-Level track is delivered online in partnership with the National Extension College (NEC, UK), with on-campus enrichment activities and tutorials. The Baccalaureate and A-Level options provide university entry routes to Spanish and international universities, including direct access to Spanish universities via UNED.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented Enrichment opportunities include writing contests, reading clubs, and guest author sessions, nurturing curiosity and communication skills. Magno is an official preparation centre for Cambridge English qualifications (B1–C1), DELF/DALF (French), and Goethe-Institut (German).
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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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Safeguarding	Safeguarding —	Safeguarding —
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview —	Facilities overview —
Sports facilities	Sports facilities —	Sports facilities —
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Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities —	Extra curricular facilities —
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History —	History —
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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 1. Contact us. Reach out to schedule a visit to our school or arrange a virtual call, especially if you are currently abroad. The admissions process is simple, personalised and attentive to the needs of each family. Multilingual support is available to assist international families. 2. School tour/virtual call. Discover our school during this stage, where we get to know you and your child better. Explore our curriculum and facilities, gaining insight into our vibrant learning environment. This stage is part of the admissions journey. 3. Assessment/taster day. Submit your child's previous school reports, and if needed we will organise placement tests. Additionally, we may invite your child for a taster day to experience our community firsthand. The assessment informs the next steps in the enrolment process. 4. Acceptance. Receive a written offer once the assessment process is successfully completed, giving you a fixed period (between 5 to 10 days) to secure your child's place as you proceed with the registration process. 5. Enrolment. Celebrate! Your family is now part of our School Community. Enrolment completes the admissions journey.	Admissions 1. Enquire or Book a visit. Start your journey by completing the online enquiry form to register interest or book a personal school tour. Enter your email address and provide your details and your child's information. Our dedicated admissions team will contact you shortly after submission. After you enquire, you'll receive updates about school news, open days, and upcoming events. 2. School Tour. Experience our school first-hand with a personal tour guided by a member of our admissions team. Explore classrooms and facilities, meet our teachers and academic staff, and get a feel for school life. You may ask questions during the tour. 3. Start your Application. Submit your child's application through the Admissions Portal, which remains open for the duration of the journey. Log in to view progress and submit documents; once forms are submitted and signed, edits are not possible. Each child requires a separate application, and the portal shows all applications in progress. Have ready a copy of the child's passport/DNI/NIE or birth certificate, a copy of the parents' passport/DNI/NIE, the child's most recent school report, and a vaccination card for Pre-School. 4. Offer and Acceptance. After review, a formal offer is issued via the Admissions Portal. You will be invited to sign our Terms & Conditions and pay the Enrolment and Transcript Fees. The school reserves the right to request an entry test and/or a personal interview with your child as part of the admissions process.
Scholarships	Scholarships Scholarships, Bursaries and Discounts: Every scholarship, bursary or other award or concession is a discretionary privilege, subject to high standards of attendance, diligence and behaviour on the Pupil's part, and to the Parents treating the School and staff reasonably. The terms on which such awards are offered and accepted will be notified to Parents in writing at the time of offer.	Scholarships —
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