Edited by Giulia Ceccon · Chief Marketing Officer
British-curriculum international schools in Spain are English-medium schools that typically follow Key Stages and the UK exam pathway (IGCSE/GCSE at 14 - 16 and A-Levels at 16 - 18) while often offering parallel or complementary Spanish certification and local-language teaching to support university access in Spain. Many operate as bilingual or dual-pathway schools - especially in regions with co-official languages such as Catalonia - so pupils usually study Spanish and, where relevant, Catalan or another regional language alongside English. Annual tuition varies widely by city and school type; families should budget for the tuition band of roughly mid-range international fees plus separate registration, transport, meals and exam costs. The main intake is for the September school year, but mid-year admissions are common and schools usually run entry assessments and EAL (English as an Additional Language) support for arriving children. Practical steps for relocating families are to check whether a school is inspected or accredited under British Schools Overseas or national associations, confirm which public or private Spanish qualifications (ESO/Bachillerato) are offered, and allow time for application, assessment and any waiting lists.
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