Magno International School vs Skandinaviska Skolan Costa Blanca - Åk 7-9
Magno International School and Skandinaviska Skolan Costa Blanca - Åk 7-9 are both in Alicante, about 47 km apart. Both schools offer Bespoke programmes, and Magno International School also offers Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge A Levels and EYFS. Published annual fees are close, at €4,950 - 7,738 for Magno International School and €4,925 - 7,230 for Skandinaviska Skolan Costa Blanca - Åk 7-9. Both take pupils from 3 to 18. Magno International School is the larger school, with around 300 pupils to Skandinaviska Skolan Costa Blanca - Åk 7-9's 150. Typical class sizes are 20 at Magno International School and 8 at Skandinaviska Skolan Costa Blanca - Åk 7-9.
Bespoke Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary), Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Curriculum
Bespoke Curriculum
Pupils
Pupils
300
Pupils
150
Typical class size
Typical class size
20
Typical class size
8
Instruction language
Instruction language
English, Spanish
Instruction language
Spanish, English
Opened
Opened
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Opened
1999
Bus service
Bus service
Yes
Bus service
No
Essentials
Essentials
Location
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.
Location
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Stages
Stages
Early Years, Primary, Secondary, and Sixth Form. It is now a Cambridge International Education school in Early Years and Primary.
Stages
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School type
School type
International school; Cambridge International Education in Early Years and Primary; part of the Orbital Education group.
School type
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Pupil nationality mix
Pupil nationality mix
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Pupil nationality mix
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Additional learning support
Additional learning support
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Additional learning support
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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
Opening hours Monday to Friday 08:30–17:00.
School day structure
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Bus service details
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.
Bus service details
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Fees
Fees
Fee details
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).
- 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.
Fee details
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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
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.
Curriculum details
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Student teacher ratio
Student teacher ratio
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Student teacher ratio
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Exam results
Exam results
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Exam results
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Higher education progression
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.
Higher education progression
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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).
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. 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.