Queens British Grammar School vs Svenska Skolan Marbella

	Q Queens British Grammar School Malaga, Spain	S Svenska Skolan Marbella Malaga, Spain
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year €7,320 - 17,720	Fees / year €8,200 - 13,000
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type —	Type Co-educational
Curriculum	Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)	Curriculum Bespoke Curriculum, British Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 110	Pupils 220
Typical class size	Typical class size 10	Typical class size 13
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English, Swedish
Opened	Opened —	Opened 2003
Bus service	Bus service Yes	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Queens British Grammar School is located at Avenida Costa Galera 34, Estepona, Malaga, 29693, Spain. The campus is situated in Estepona on the Costa del Sol. It is accessible by local roads and is served by two school bus routes from Marbella and Sotogrande.	Location Marbella, Málaga, Spain. The school is located in a scenic area near Puerto Banús. Address: Urb La Alzambra Local 1D, CC Vasari, 29660 Marbella, Málaga. The campus sits in the La Alzambra area of Marbella.
Stages	Stages Foundation and Primary; Secondary; A Level.	Stages Primary and Secondary. The Swedish primary school and the International secondary school learn together, blending Swedish values with an International curriculum taught in English. The secondary programme follows the Cambridge pathway (Years 7-9).
School type	School type The school offers Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge International AS & A Level qualifications.	School type International school (Swedish primary education and International secondary program).
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support —	Additional learning support Tailored support is provided; small class sizes ensure each student receives the necessary support and attention.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation —	Country affiliation Overseas Swedish school following the Swedish curriculum; approved by the Swedish National Agency for Education (Skolverket).
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation —	Religious affiliation —
School day structure	School day structure School starts at 08:45. Registration and form time run 08:45–09:00. Mid-morning break is 10:30–11:00. Lunch is 13:15–14:00. School finishes at 15:30, with clubs from 15:30–16:30.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details Queens offers two bus services from Marbella and Sotogrande, running Monday to Friday during term times, twice daily. The buses are air-conditioned, no-smoking, insured and regularly serviced. The cost for a place on the school bus is EUR 1000 per term (three terms per year). The bus fee is non-refundable. In exceptional circumstances the bus service may not run; notice will be given in advance.	Bus service details —
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application / Joining Fee - Joining (registration) fee: EUR 1,500 per pupil. This fee is one-time and non‑refundable. Tuition fees by year group (full annual and three-term breakdown) - Foundation (Age 3–4): Annual fee EUR 7,320. Term payments (three-term schedule): Autumn EUR 2,928; Spring EUR 2,196; Summer EUR 2,196. Annual payment with 5% discount: EUR 6,954 (discounted equivalents by term shown in published schedule). - Stage 4–5 (Age 4–5): (Discounted/alternative row shown in published schedule) Annual payment with 5% discount: EUR 6,954; discounted term equivalents: Autumn EUR 2,782; Spring EUR 2,086; Summer EUR 2,086. (Full/standard annual/term figures are shown for each year group in the published fee schedule). - Year 1 (Age 5–6): Annual fee EUR 8,450. Term payments: Autumn EUR 3,380; Spring EUR 2,535; Summer EUR 2,535. Annual payment with 5% discount: EUR 8,027 (discounted term equivalents: Autumn EUR 3,211; Spring EUR 2,408; Summer EUR 2,408). - Year 2 (Age 6–7): Annual fee EUR 8,450 (standard row shows EUR 8,450 in layout; discounted annual shown as EUR 8,027 with term splits Autumn EUR 3,211; Spring EUR 2,408; Summer EUR 2,408). - Year 3 (Age 7–8): Annual fee EUR 9,480. Term payments: Autumn EUR 3,792; Spring EUR 2,844; Summer EUR 2,844. (Discounted 5% equivalents are shown in the published schedule.) - Year 4 (Age 8–9): Annual fee EUR 9,006. Term payments: Autumn EUR 3,602; Spring EUR 2,702; Summer EUR 2,702. (Discounted 5% equivalents are shown in the published schedule.) - Year 5 (Age 9–10): Annual fee EUR 9,790. Term payments: Autumn EUR 3,916; Spring EUR 2,937; Summer EUR 2,937. (Discounted 5% equivalents are shown in the published schedule.) - Year 6 (Age 10–11): Annual fee EUR 9,300. Term payments: Autumn EUR 3,720; Spring EUR 2,790; Summer EUR 2,790. (Discounted 5% equivalents are shown in the published schedule.) - Year 7 (Age 11–12): Annual fee EUR 13,290. Term payments: Autumn EUR 5,316; Spring EUR 3,987; Summer EUR 3,987. (Discounted 5% equivalents are shown in the published schedule.) - Year 8 (Age 12–13): Annual fee EUR 12,626. Term payments: Autumn EUR 5,050; Spring EUR 3,788; Summer EUR 3,788. (Discounted 5% equivalents are shown in the published schedule.) - Year 9 (Age 13–14): Annual fee EUR 14,010. Term payments: Autumn EUR 5,604; Spring EUR 4,203; Summer EUR 4,203. Discounted annual example in the published schedule: EUR 13,310 (discounted term equivalents: Autumn EUR 5,324; Spring EUR 3,993; Summer EUR 3,993). - Year 10 (Age 14–15): Annual fee EUR 14,730. Term payments: Autumn EUR 5,892; Spring EUR 4,419; Summer EUR 4,419. Discounted annual example in the published schedule: EUR 13,994 (discounted term equivalents: Autumn EUR 5,598; Spring EUR 4,198; Summer EUR 4,198). - Year 11 (Age 15–16): Annual fee EUR 15,760. Term payments: Autumn EUR 6,304; Spring EUR 4,728; Summer EUR 4,728. Discounted annual example in the published schedule: EUR 14,972 (discounted term equivalents: Autumn EUR 5,988; Spring EUR 4,492; Summer EUR 4,492). - Year 12 (Age 16–18): Annual fee EUR 17,720. Term payments: Autumn EUR 7,088; Spring EUR 5,316; Summer EUR 5,316. (Discounted 5% equivalents are shown in the published schedule.) - Year 13: Annual discounted figure shown in the published schedule: EUR 16,834 (discounted term equivalents: Autumn EUR 6,734; Spring EUR 5,050; Summer EUR 5,050). The published schedule shows the Year 12/13 structure and discounted values together. Billing schedule and payment terms - Billing frequency: Fees are billed either termly (three-term payments) or as a single annual payment. A 5% discount applies for a single annual payment. Fees are subject to an annual increase. - Term payment due dates (must be paid prior to the start of each term): - Autumn term: due before June 30. - Spring term: due before January 2. - Summer term: due before April 1. - Minimum enrolment expectation: Each registered child is expected to remain at the school for a minimum of one full academic year. Where a child is withdrawn before the end of the academic year, no refund of fees will be made. Annual payments are non‑refundable if the student is withdrawn after payment. Permanent exclusion carries no refund. Boarding fees - Boarding is not listed as a provision in the published school information; no boarding fees are published. The school operates as a day school with optional services (for example, lunch and bus). Other costs and fees - School bus: EUR 975 per term for the Marbella–Estepona service. The bus fee is payable termly in advance and is non‑refundable. - School lunches: A daily cooked school lunch service is offered as an optional, chargeable service; specific meal pricing is not listed in the published fee schedule. Packed lunches are permitted. - School uniform (items available from school reception; school does not profit from uniform sales). Representative item prices: - School cap: EUR 15.00 - School shirt / blue blouse: EUR 25.00 - School long trousers / skirt / jumper / cardigan: EUR 25.00 (each, depending on item) - School pinafore dress: EUR 30.00 - School blazer: EUR 50.00 - Campus jacket: EUR 40.00 (small) / EUR 50.00 (large) - P.E. shorts / P.E. tee shirt: EUR 15.00 - P.E. sweater / tracksuit trousers: EUR 25.00 - Polo shirt: EUR 20.00. - After-school clubs and other optional activities: Available for an additional fee per term; specific charges are not itemised in the published schedule. - Sibling discounts: A tuition discount of 5% for the second child and 10% for the third child (and further details as published) is available. Refund information - The joining fee (EUR 1,500) is explicitly non‑refundable. - If a child is withdrawn before the end of the academic year, no refund of fees will be given. - Where an annual payment has been made, no refund will be given if the student is withdrawn after that payment. - Fees are not refundable in the case of permanent exclusion under the school behaviour policy. - The bus fee is non‑refundable once paid for the term. Fee payment options - The published fee schedule specifies that fees may be paid termly or annually and gives due dates and discount terms; the schedule does not give a detailed list of accepted payment methods (for example, card, bank transfer, international payment provider) in the published fees document. Parents should use the school's admissions or administration contact for the school's accepted payment methods.	Fee details Application fee - A non‑refundable registration (inskrivnings) fee of EUR 1,000 is payable per pupil when a place is offered; payment secures the place and the registration fee is not refunded. Tuition fees (per term) and annual equivalents by year group / programme - Förskola (ages 3–5): EUR 4,300 per term (includes lunch). Annual equivalent (two terms per academic year): EUR 8,600. - Förskoleklass – Årskurs 6 (pupils not eligible for Swedish government grant / icke statsbidragsberättigade): EUR 5,200 per term (includes lunch). Annual equivalent: EUR 10,400. - Förskoleklass – Årskurs 6 (pupils eligible for Swedish government grant / statsbidragsberättigade): EUR 4,100 per term (includes lunch). Annual equivalent: EUR 8,200. - Fritids (after‑school care): - 1–2 days per week: EUR 600 per term. Annual equivalent: EUR 1,200. - 3–5 days per week: EUR 1,100 per term. Annual equivalent: EUR 2,200. - Sofia Distans (supervised Swedish distance education for Åk 7–9) and Hermods Distansgymnasium (gymnasium via distance with on‑site supervision): EUR 3,350 per term (includes lunch). Annual equivalent: EUR 6,700. - International Secondary programme (Svenska Skolan Marbella International) — Years 7–9 (where applicable): registration fee EUR 1,000 plus tuition charged per semester: EUR 6,750 per semester (two semesters per year); annual tuition equivalent: EUR 13,500. Additional typical costs for this programme include an annual materials/books fee of EUR 400 and optional costs for external exam fees, end‑of‑year trips, school photographs/yearbook and school‑logo T‑shirts/hoodies/caps. A Swedish support option via Sofia Distans for this programme may have a supplementary fee (e.g. EUR 200). Billing schedule and payment terms - Places are offered for a full academic year (two terms). Accepting a place commits the family to the full year fee. - For the Swedish day‑school and the Sofia Distans / Hermods supervised programmes, school invoices are issued by e‑mail and payment is made in advance. The contract specifies the payment deadlines as follows: the payment deadline for the autumn term is 20 April and the payment deadline for the spring term is 31 October; unpaid invoices may be sent to collections. Parents must notify the school in writing before the stated deadline (28 February) if the pupil will not continue the following school year, otherwise the family remains liable for the following term's fee. - For the International Secondary programme, academic fees are divided into two annual payments (one in May and one in November). Registration fees remain payable upon acceptance. Boarding / internat fees - Boarding is not offered; the school operates as a day school (förskola, grundskola and supervised distance secondary studies) and therefore there are no boarding or internat fees. Other costs and optional charges - School meals (lunch) are included in the stated tuition for the listed programmes where noted. - Optional or additional costs that families commonly encounter: - Materials and textbooks (example: EUR 400 per year for the International Secondary programme). - External examination or assessment fees (where applicable). - End‑of‑year school trips and related travel costs. - School photographs, yearbook and optional branded clothing (school‑logo T‑shirts, hoodies, caps). - Additional support for pupils with extra needs is charged to guardians at an agreed price and is invoiced in advance. Refunds and cancellation / early‑departure rules - The registration (inskrivnings) fee of EUR 1,000 is non‑refundable. If a local school grant ("skolpeng") is later awarded by a home municipality, the registration fee is not returned. - No tuition or other fees are refunded, in whole or in part, if a pupil leaves the school during the academic year or is absent for an extended period; this rule also applies to school meals. Failure to notify the school in writing by the stated deadline for leaving may result in billing for the subsequent term. Fee payment options and bank details - Bank transfer (international bank transfer/IBAN) is accepted. The school's account details are provided for payments to the account holder COLEGIO SUECO MARBELLA, S.L. IBAN: ES31 2100 2676 1102 1040 0979; BANK: CAIXABANK; SWIFT/BIC: CAIXESBB. Families should state the payer's name on transfers. Cash payments are restricted by Spanish law to a maximum of EUR 2,500; card payments are accepted. Invoices are sent by e‑mail one month before each payment deadline. Summary (key figures at a glance) - Registration fee: EUR 1,000 per pupil (non‑refundable). - Förskola (3–5 years): EUR 4,300 per term (EUR 8,600 per year). - Förskoleklass–Åk 6 (non‑subsidised): EUR 5,200 per term (EUR 10,400 per year). - Förskoleklass–Åk 6 (subsidised): EUR 4,100 per term (EUR 8,200 per year). - Fritids: EUR 600–1,100 per term depending on days per week. - Sofia Distans / Hermods (Åk 7–9 distance with on‑site support): EUR 3,350 per term (EUR 6,700 per year). - International Secondary Years 7–9 (where applicable): EUR 6,750 per semester (EUR 13,500 per year); additional typical charges apply (materials, trips, exams, optional clothing). (End of fee overview)
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Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details Foundation and Primary; Secondary (IGCSE); and A-Level programmes. The IGCSE curriculum offers a variety of routes for learners with a wide range of abilities, including those whose first language is not English. The syllabuses for A-Levels prepare learners for university study and are recognised by universities worldwide.	Curriculum details Preschool (3–5 years) and primary school (F–6) follow the Swedish curriculum, with after-school care. Students can also study in middle school (7–9) through Sofia Distans and gymnasium via Hermods Distansgymnasium, with teachers supporting throughout the school day. The school has an international emphasis with an extended timetable devoted to Spanish and English. The school is supervised by Skolverket and authorized by Junta de Andalucia.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio Intentionally small class sizes.	Student teacher ratio —
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Higher education progression	Higher education progression A-Level syllabuses prepare learners for university study, and universities worldwide value and recognise these qualifications.	Higher education progression —
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
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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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Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Contact the administration to arrange a visit to Queens British Grammar School. The administration will arrange the visit for you. The Headteacher will personally show you around the facilities and explain how the school will support your child's education. This visit provides an opportunity to ask questions and see the environment first hand. The school is open to children of all nationalities aged 4 to 16. If a child has limited English, the school will place them in an Intensive English Class dedicated to bringing them up to the standard to join mainstream classes, planned and assessed by the class teacher. The Intensive English Class aims to prepare pupils to join mainstream classes. The school teaches in English and follows the English national curriculum. Spanish is a compulsory subject; other European languages are offered as options and some additional languages are available as extra-curricular activities. The SEN framework supports pupils through Assess, Plan, Do, Review with a Provision map, 1:1 support where needed, and access to ICT and adapted equipment. Queens British Grammar School has a limited number of places; each child registering is expected to stay at the school for a minimum of one academic year. A non-refundable joining fee of 1,500€ per child covers registration administration fees, visa letters and Head Teacher interviews. Term fees must be paid prior to the start of each term: Autumn term due before 30 June, Spring term due before 2 January, Summer term due before 1 April. Where an annual payment is made, no refunds are given if the student withdraws; in the case of permanent exclusion, no refunds are given. Queens British Grammar School is fully inclusive and welcomes pupils of all backgrounds and abilities.	Admissions 1. Guardians submit an Interest Form on the school's website, including all contact details and other important information about the pupil. All fields must be filled. 2. The school assesses the possibility of a place. Space and capacity are considered, and to achieve the best stability in the groups and high-quality learning, priority is given to applicants who apply for one year or more. 3. The pupil's admission is always decided by the principal. The school works according to the Swedish curriculum and follows applicable laws and policies; if the pupil has special needs, contact the principal for further information about admission. 4. Guardians receive an admission decision or rejection by email; decisions are communicated in March or April. 5. To secure the child's placement, the following documents are required: a completed definitive registration; a copy of the paid enrollment fee of 1,000€ per student; a copy of the pupil's passport and guardians; the pupil's birth certificate; and any assessments performed on the pupil and information about any prior support. The enrollment fee must be paid after an offer is made. The enrollment fee is binding and non-refundable.
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Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist We strive to offer places to all applicants. Sometimes a class is full. Siblings are given priority, and it is important to register interest on the website and schedule a visit.
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