Lady Elizabeth School and Newton College are both in Alicante. Both schools offer IPC and British programmes. Lady Elizabeth School also offers Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels and EYFS, and Newton College also offers IB, IEYC and Bespoke. Published annual fees are €6,580 - 14,900 at Lady Elizabeth School and €6,540 - 10,830 at Newton College, which puts Lady Elizabeth School roughly 24% higher. Lady Elizabeth School takes pupils from 2 to 18, and Newton College from 1 to 18. The two are similar in size, at around 1,300 and 1,306 pupils. Typical class sizes are 20 at Lady Elizabeth School and 25 at Newton College.
IPC (International Primary Curriculum), British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Curriculum
IB (MYP), IB (DP), IEYC (International Early Years Curriculum), IPC (International Primary Curriculum), Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum
Pupils
Pupils
1,300
Pupils
1,306
Typical class size
Typical class size
20
Typical class size
25
Instruction language
Instruction language
English, Spanish
Instruction language
English, Spanish
Opened
Opened
1987
Opened
1991
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
Camino Viejo Elche- Alicante, KM 3, Alicante, ES. The campus lies just outside Elche in a peaceful, accessible area and is about 10 minutes from Alicante–Elche Airport. It is easily accessible via national roads and the AP-7 motorway.
Stages
Stages
Early Years (2–6), Primary School (6–11), Secondary School (11–16), Sixth Form (16–18).
Stages
Early Years (Ages 1–4); Primary School (Ages 5–10); Secondary School (Ages 11–15); Sixth Form (Ages 16–18).
School type
School type
British international school; boarding available from age 13.
School type
International bilingual school (English–Spanish); part of the International Schools Partnership (ISP).
Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
Over 60 nationalities represented; a diverse international community.
Pupil nationality mix
Students come from over 50 different nationalities.
Additional learning support
Additional learning support
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Additional learning support
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Country affiliation
Country affiliation
British
Country affiliation
Spain
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
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
17 bus routes across Elche and the Alicante province; BatOnRoute app provides real-time bus tracking and notifications.
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)
- 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 & Registration fees
- Registration fee (new students, one‑time, non‑refundable): EUR 1,650. € - Annual Re‑enrolment / Enrolment fee (paid annually to reserve a place; non‑refundable): EUR 825 per child.
Tuition fees by year group (charges shown: Annual fee, Termly fee (3 terms), Monthly fee where applicable — monthly option is 10 payments, September–June)
- International Baccalaureate (IBDP, Year 12–Year 13) - Annual tuition: EUR 10,830.00. - Per term: EUR 3,610.00. - Monthly (10 months): EUR 1,083.00.
Additional / optional recurring costs
- Lunch (compulsory for Nursery, Reception & Y1): EUR 1,160.00 per year (EUR 116.00 per month). - Lunch (Years 2–13): EUR 1,710.00 per year (EUR 171.00 per month). - Short‑distance school bus: EUR 1,360.00 per year (EUR 136.00 per month). - Long‑distance school bus: EUR 1,810.00 per year (EUR 181.00 per month). - Breakfast Club (optional, subject to minimum enrolments): EUR 740.00 per year (EUR 74.00 per month). - Uniforms, school textbooks and some external exam fees (e.g., Cambridge) are not included in tuition; uniforms are sold via the college uniform store.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Monthly option: 10 monthly payments (September–June). Direct debit charges are issued between the 1st and 5th of each month. In exceptional cases a bank transfer may be accepted but will incur a surcharge (see bank transfer surcharge). - Termly option: three payments due on 1 September, 1 January and 1 April. - Annual option: single payment due before 31 August; an advance‑payment discount applies if the full year is paid by the advance‑payment deadline. For annual bank‑transfer arrangements contact the school's accounts team. - Re‑enrolment / place‑reservation timing: the annual re‑enrolment (reservation) fee is charged in advance to secure the place; the school issues instructions and dates for payment of that reservation fee. - Returned direct debit charge: EUR 30 per returned direct debit. - Mid‑term starters: a student joining mid‑term is charged for the whole term. Tuition and academic charges are reviewed annually and subject to change.
Fee payment options and surcharges
- SEPA direct debit (bank direct debit) is the standard payment method and is required for monthly payment plans; bank details are provided at registration. - Bank transfer is accepted in many cases; paying by bank transfer for monthly/termly invoices may incur a surcharge of EUR 40 per invoice. Annual bank‑transfer payment arrangements are handled separately with accounts (the €40 per‑invoice supplement does not apply to agreed annual bank transfers). - Cash payments are restricted by Spanish money‑laundering rules; the school may refuse some forms of payment in certain circumstances.
Discounts
- Sibling discounts: the third sibling receives a 40% reduction on tuition, lunch and enrolment/re‑enrolment fees; the fourth sibling and any subsequent siblings receive a 75% reduction on tuition and enrolment/re‑enrolment fees and 40% off lunch. - Advance‑payment discount: a 3% discount is applied to tuition (and to the re‑enrolment fee, refunded if applicable) when the full year is paid in advance by the published deadline.
Boarding
- Boarding is not offered; fees and schedules above reflect day‑school provision (transport and wrap‑around services are charged separately where used).
Refund and withdrawal policy (fees and notice)
- Registration and Enrolment / Re‑enrolment fees are non‑refundable. - A minimum written notice period is required to withdraw a pupil (the standard parental notice requirement is set in the parent contract); failure to provide the required notice will result in fees in lieu of notice. "Fees in lieu of notice" are defined in the contract and will be charged where required. Withdrawing a pupil before the end of the school year will generally produce a refund for the remaining months of tuition, minus any applicable annual‑payment discounts and any fees in lieu of notice where notice requirements are not met. - Fees are normally not refundable for absence due to sickness, shortened terms, school closures or force‑majeure events, except in exceptional circumstances at the school's discretion or where legal obligations require a refund.
What tuition covers
- Tuition fees include day trips (transport for those trips), most school materials and student medical insurance; they do not include uniforms, textbooks and some external examination fees.
Important operational notes
- Students with outstanding fees may have their place cancelled for the next academic year. Payments made for examinations or excursions are first applied to settle outstanding tuition before being allocated to the relevant activity. The school enforces late‑payment and collection provisions as set out in the Parent Contract.
(End of fees summary.)
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
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
Dual language curriculum for ages 1–18. Early Years: guided by the Early Years curriculum. Primary School: bilingual programme blending the British National Curriculum with the IPC. Secondary School: British National Curriculum with the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP). Sixth Form offers either the Spanish Baccalaureate or the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. The school emphasises multilingualism with English, Spanish, Valencian, German and French, and a Language Academy for language development.
Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio
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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
Excellent results in the IB Diploma Programme, with students gaining entry to chosen careers and top universities around the world.
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
Future Pathways is a personalised programme that helps students explore opportunities, make informed decisions and confidently move towards university or careers. Through exclusive scholarships, students have opportunities to study with some of the world's most renowned institutions.
Gifted and talented
Gifted and talented
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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
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
01 Get in touch today. Contact Newton College to schedule a visit to the school or arrange a virtual meeting. Our team will attend to you as soon as possible. This initial contact starts the admissions journey. 02 Join us for a tour. This is a chance for us to meet you and your child, understand their needs and interests and explain how our curriculum works. We'll also give you a tour of our facilities, offering a closer look at the inspiring environment where your child will learn. This step provides an opportunity to see the learning environment firsthand. 03 Assessment day. We may request your child's previous school report, if applicable. From Year 3 onwards, students are required to sit for an entrance assessment test in English, Spanish and Mathematics. The assessment day forms part of the admissions process. 04 Application review. Once your child has completed the assessment process, we will make a formal offer in writing. You'll then have between 5 to 10 days to confirm your place and proceed with registration. This step finalizes the offer process. 05 Get ready to start. Congratulations! Your family is now part of our Newton College community. We look forward to welcoming you and your child. Further information about registration will be provided by the admissions team.
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
Exclusive scholarships provide opportunities to study with some of the world's most renowned institutions. The Future Pathways programme includes scholarships that support students' study with leading institutions and help develop skills for emerging careers.
