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Affordable International Schools in Mallorca, Spain

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About international schools in Mallorca, Spain

International schools in Mallorca are defined less by a single system than by variety: the island hosts a concentration of British-style and IB schools alongside German, French and a handful of bilingual or state-subsidised international options, serving both long-term resident and seasonal expat families. Instruction is commonly in English at British and many IB schools, while German- and French-language schools teach primarily in those languages; Spanish (and Catalan on the Balearic Islands) is taught across almost all schools either as a subject or as part of a bilingual programme. Tuition for day international schools on the island most often falls in the mid-range for Europe - many schools charge roughly €8,000 - €20,000 per year, with lower-cost bilingual or concertado options from around €5,000 and a variety of additional charges for meals, transport and registration. Admissions follow the Spanish academic year, so parents usually apply in the autumn for September entry, but places can fill earlier and many schools maintain waiting lists and require language assessments and registration deposits, so visiting open days and checking recognition of school-leaving qualifications are sensible first steps.

Compare 15 Affordable international schools in Mallorca, Spain. Filter by curriculum, fees (average EUR 8,134), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 15 schools · avg fee EUR 9,385
Schools listed
15
Curricula
16
Average annual fee
EUR 9,385
Fee range
EUR 4,130 – 14,995
Most common curriculum
British Curriculum (9 schools)
Average school size
342 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Agora Portals International School
Oldest
Bellver International College (1950)
With boarding
2
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FAQs for Spain

What curricula will I find at more affordable international schools in Mallorca?
Affordable international options on Mallorca typically include schools following the British National Curriculum, the International Baccalaureate (IB) at different stages, and Spanish bilingual or concertado schools that combine the Spanish curriculum with extra English. There are also community schools teaching in German or French, so the island offers several routes for families wanting continuity with home-country systems or a multilingual education.
How much should I budget beyond headline tuition fees?
Most schools add mandatory or common extras such as registration or enrolment fees, annual deposits or place-holding payments, school meals, transport, uniforms and exam costs; these can add several hundred to a few thousand euros a year depending on the school. Always ask for a full fee schedule and an itemised estimate for your child’s year group before deciding, because published ‘tuition’ figures often exclude these additional charges.
When should we apply, and how competitive are places?
Admissions follow the Spanish school year (academic year starting in September), so families usually begin enquiries and applications in the autumn or even earlier for particularly popular year groups. Many schools keep waiting lists and use entrance assessments or interviews, so early application, attending open days and providing records and language information promptly improves your chances.
What languages are used in the classroom and how is Spanish/Catalan taught?
At British and many IB schools the primary language of instruction is English, while German- and French-language schools teach mainly in German or French; Spanish and Catalan (in the Balearics) are taught as additional languages or integrated into bilingual programmes. If continuing studies in Spain is a priority, check how and at what level the school teaches Spanish/Catalan and whether it supports official recognition (homologación) of foreign qualifications for Spanish university entry.
What should I check when comparing affordable international schools?
Look for formal accreditation or recognition (national ministry registration, IB authorisation, or British accreditation where applicable), the school’s approach to language support and integration, class sizes and pastoral services, and a transparent fees schedule that lists extras and sibling discounts. Also verify whether the school’s leaving qualification is accepted by universities you may want, and visit to judge how well the school supports children new to the language or system.