Compare IB Curriculum International Schools in Vigo, Spain

Instructs in Spanish, English

Ages 3 - 18 years

Type Co-educational

Los Sauces Vigo is a private bilingual school in Mos, Vigo, beside CUVI. It serves students ages 3 to 18, from Early Childhood through Bachillerato, with a campus capacity of 750. The curriculum combines the American Curriculum with the IB Diploma Programme, and the American High School Diploma is offered across campuses. Instruction is bilingual in Spanish and English, with native English teachers. From Primary Year 4, pupils may choose French or German as a second foreign language; Chinese is offered as an extracurricular activity. The Dublin Programme invites 5th and 6th Primary and 1st and 2nd Secondary pupils to Bray Centre, Dublin, for a month, learning in English with native-speaker teachers. The school emphasizes values education, mutual respect, and a no-bullying ethos. Notable strengths include Public Speaking and Debate, emotional intelligence, cooperative learning, and reading development. The campus upholds a non-denominational, apolitical, pluralist ethos with equal access for all.

Location

As Pereiras – Pardellas Cela 36419 Mos, Vigo (Pontevedra); located in the Municipality of Mos, next to the City University of Vigo (CUVI).

Stages

From the second cycle of Early Childhood Education through Primary, Secondary, and Bachillerato; bilingual education is provided.

Type

Private bilingual school.

Bus service

School transport is provided with staff supervision; routes are specific to each school.

Application / registration fees

- No publicly available, itemised application or registration fee amount is published for the Vigo campus; the school's public information pages do not list a specific application or enrolment fee for the current academic year.

Tuition fees by year group (per term / per year)

- The school does not publish an itemised tuition schedule for each year group (Infantil, Primaria, ESO, Bachillerato) on its public Vigo‑campus information pages; specific per‑term or per‑year amounts are not available from publicly accessible pages.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- A detailed public statement of billing cadence (for example: annual, per term, or monthly instalments), invoice dates, penalties for late payment, or required deposits is not published for the Vigo campus on the school's public information pages.

Boarding (residence) fees

- Boarding is offered by the Los Sauces group at the Pontevedra campus (School Residence listed among services), but no itemised boarding fee for the Vigo campus is published. Where boarding is available for the network, specific residence pricing is not publicly listed on the Vigo pages.

Other costs and typical additional fees

- Dining / comedor: the Vigo campus operates a dining service, but a formal, itemised price list for the service is not published on the campus information pages. A third‑party school listing estimates a typical monthly comedor cost for Los Sauces Vigo at approximately EUR 164 per month; this is a third‑party approximate figure rather than an official, published tariff.

- Transport / school bus: a transport service is listed among available services, but no public, itemised price for routes or monthly charges is published on the Vigo campus pages.

- School uniform, books, materials, extracurricular activities and extra services (sports, language trips, summer courses): these cost categories are referenced as services and activities but no itemised public price list for uniforms, textbooks, teaching materials or extra activities is published for the Vigo campus.

Refund information

- No publicly accessible, itemised refund policy or specific refund amounts/conditions (for withdraw/early departure, cancelled services, or overpayment) is published for the Vigo campus on the school's public pages.

Fee payment options (credit card / bank transfer / other methods)

- The Vigo campus's public pages do not present a published list of accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, direct debit, credit card, or online payment portal) or the technical/payment details for fee payments.

Brief summary of findings and limitations

- The public Vigo campus information does not include an itemised, up‑to‑date fee schedule for application fees, detailed tuition by year group, billing cadence, boarding prices, uniform costs, refund terms, or accepted payment methods. Third‑party listings provide approximate figures for some services (for example, a comedor estimate of ~EUR 164/month), but no official, itemised fee table for the current academic year is published on the Vigo campus pages.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Emotional intelligence is a key strength of Los Sauces Vigo. The school promotes cooperative learning. An education in values is emphasised. An anti-bullying program (KIVA) is implemented to foster a safe environment. Public Speaking and Debate, and Comprehensive Reading support social and emotional development.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The educational program is bilingual, Spanish and English, with native English language teachers. From 4th Primary on, pupils can choose French or German as a second foreign language, and Chinese is offered as an extracurricular activity.

Mental Wellbeing

Emotional intelligence is a focus for wellbeing. The school helps students recognise strengths and manage future challenges. Cooperation and values-based education contribute to wellbeing.

Safeguarding

No bullying is a priority, supported by the KIVA anti-bullying program and an education in values. Cooperative learning and peer collaboration contribute to a safe classroom climate. The school facilitates family involvement, including contact with teachers outside school hours.

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Los Sauces School Pontevedra

Instructs in Spanish, English

Ages 3 - 18 years

Pupils 600

Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)

Los Sauces Pontevedra is a private, bilingual school serving ages 3 to 18, with Early Childhood through Bachillerato and a new boarding residence on Campañó to Cabaleiro road. The school offers three curriculum pathways: the IB Diploma Programme, the American High School Diploma, and the British Curriculum, enabling families to align study with international or local qualifications. Classes are taught in Spanish and English by native English-speaking teachers, with a second foreign language from 4th Primary (French or German) and Chinese available as an extracurricular. The Dublin Programme provides English-language learning for pupils in 5th and 6th Primary and 1st and 2nd Secondary during a one-month stay at Bray Centre with native-speaking teachers. The USA Project supports an exchange with American students in 4th Secondary. The campus emphasizes arts and sports, emotional intelligence, education in values, and a no-bullying culture, with public speaking and debate as core activities for all.

Application fees
- Not published: no identifiable, public amount for an application/enrolment fee is provided for the current academic year.

Tuition fees by school year (per term / per year)
- Escuela stages offered: Educación Infantil, Primaria, Secundaria and Bachillerato. Exact tuition amounts per term or per school year for any of these stages are not published.
- Per-term and per-year figures are therefore not available for Infantil, Primaria, Secundaria or Bachillerato.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- No public schedule of billing cycles (for example: monthly/termly/annual instalments), payment deadlines, or standard payment penalties/late fees is published for the current academic year.

Boarding fees (residencia / internado)
- A school residence/boarding service is provided at the Pontevedra location. Specific boarding (residencia/internado) fees, including room-type pricing, weekly vs. full-term rates, weekend-stay options or any security/deposit amounts, are not published.

Other costs and additional services
- Dining hall (comedor): the service exists but no public price schedule for daily, monthly or termly meal plans is published.
- Transport (school bus/routes): transport service is listed among available services; route fees or per-student transport charges are not published.
- Extracurricular activities, summer courses and language/exchange programme supplements (Dublin programme, American High School options, Chinese as extracurricular) are offered; specific fees for these programmes, excursions or optional activities are not published.
- Uniforms, school materials and any compulsory kit charges: no published amounts.

Refund information
- No published policy text or numeric refund schedule (for withdrawal, cancellation, mid-year leaving, or non-attendance) is publicly available for the current academic year.

Fee payment options
- No published list of accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, direct debit/domiciliation, credit/debit card, cheque) or instructions for how fees are to be paid is publicly available for the current academic year.

Note: The above entries list only fee-related items and whether specific amounts or schedules are published; where amounts or formal policies are not published, the entry states that no public figure or schedule is available.

Boarding Arrangements

The school offers a boarding facility and a residence on site in Pontevedra.

Uniform Requirement

A school uniform is used.

Food Options

Meals are prepared in the on-site kitchen and follow a healthy, balanced diet. A monthly menu is prepared by a dietitian and nutritionist and accommodates special diets (allergies, medical diets, coeliac, diabetes, etc.). The dining hall service is optional.

Governance and Ownership

Private (non subsidised). State recognised. Co-educational, apolitical, non-denominational. Ownership: Educational Centre.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school emphasizes emotional intelligence and values education as part of its educational strengths. It uses cooperative learning and a culture of work to develop social and emotional skills. Anti-bullying is a formal focus within the program. Languages are treated as a priority to support communication and collaboration, and Public Speaking and Debate are included to develop confidence. Sports and artistic development are integrated as part of fostering wellbeing and personal growth.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The educational program is bilingual, Spanish and English, with native English language teachers. From 4th Primary, pupils can choose French or German as a second foreign language, and Chinese is offered as an extracurricular activity. Pupils in 5th and 6th Primary and 1st and 2nd Secondary participate in the Dublin Programme in Bray Centre, where English is the sole language for learning with native speakers. The school offers the American High School Diploma as part of its international offerings. English-language instruction is reinforced through these immersion and international programs.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental wellbeing is supported through emotional intelligence development and values education, along with anti-bullying initiatives. Cooperative learning and sporting activities foster teamwork and resilience. The program emphasizes a respectful, inclusive learning environment and the development of communication skills. The school's emphasis on values education contributes to students' personal and social growth. English-language immersion experiences and international exchanges enhance confidence and social interaction.

Safeguarding

The school has data protection and privacy policies governing the handling of personal data. Anti-bullying measures are part of safeguarding through the values-based approach. Admissions information includes privacy information and data processing details. The school maintains a data protection framework to help ensure safe online and offline environments. Safeguarding is supported by an emphasis on respectful conduct and student welfare.

Admissions

Information and visits for new students are available. Los Sauces Pontevedra is a bilingual private school located on the Campañó–Cabaleiro road, accessible to students residing in Pontevedra city and surrounding areas. It offers Early Childhood Education, Primary, Secondary and Bachillerato, with a capacity of 600 students, plus the new Residence-Boarding facilities. The educational program is bilingual in Spanish and English with native English teachers; from 4th grade onward, students may choose French or German as a second foreign language, and Chinese is offered as an extracurricular activity. The Dublin Programme enables pupils in 5th and 6th Primary and in 1st and 2nd Secondary to spend one month of the school year at Bray Centre in Dublin, Brook House Los Sauces, with English as the sole language of learning taught by native-speaking teachers. The school offers the American High School Diploma. The USA Project provides an exchange programme with American students in 4th Secondary, designed and led by Los Sauces Educational Institution. Information and visits for new students are facilitated via an inquiry form titled "Information and visits for new students," which asks for the parent/guardian's name and surname, contact email, and phone, and allows selecting the school to consult about from General, La Moraleja, Pontevedra, Torrelodones, Vigo and Dublin, along with a message; basic data protection information is provided.

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SEK International School Atlántico

Instructs in English, Spanish

Ages 0 - 18 years

Fees €8,750 - 13,100

Pupils 650

Type Co-educational

SEK Atlántico is a private, non-denominational, independent, co-educational international school in Spain serving ages 0–18. It is part of SEK Education Group, founded in 1892, which operates over ten campuses worldwide and serves 7,000 day students from 80 nationalities. The school offers the International Baccalaureate continuum (PYP, MYP, DP) and Cambridge Primary, alongside a bespoke curriculum, with full English-language immersion and bilingual Spanish–English education. The campus covers 6,000 m² of buildings and 7,000 m² of outdoor space, including a covered sports pavilion; Nursery opened in 2012. Facilities include intelligent classrooms with SMART Boards, a library, a laboratory, a music room, a painting room and a languages room. From secondary, BYOD with security lockers and a learning portal is in place. SEK Atlántico features robotics and STEM resources (Beebots, Lego robotics, 3D printing) and a broad enrichment program, including ECOSEK; partnerships with Camilo José Cela University and the Felipe Segovia Foundation.

Location

Located in Poio, near Pontevedra, Galicia, Spain, about 20 km from Vigo. Address: Illa de Arousa, 4, A Caeira Urb., Boa Vista, Poio 36005 Pontevedra, Spain.

Stages

Nursery; Preschool; Primary education; Secondary education; Baccalaureate – Diploma programme

Type

Private, non-denominational, independent, co-educational international school

Country affiliation

Spain

School day structure

External students enter 09:00–09:20; school buses arrive 09:20. In the afternoon: students on the school route leave class at 17:00; school buses depart at 17:15; external students leave at 17:15. Timetable: Mon–Fri 09:30–17:30.

Bus service

Yes. School buses operate with arrivals from 09:20 and departures at 17:15.

Application and enrolment fees

- Registration (administrative) fee: EUR 500 (one-time, payable the first time the student enters the school; non‑refundable).
- Reservation fee for the next course: EUR 495 (paid to reserve a place; this amount is deducted from the annual course fee or from the first instalment in September; it is not refundable if the student does not start the following school year).
- Deposit (one‑time guarantee): EUR 1,500 (held as a guarantee of payment obligations; refundable subject to the school's stated conditions).

Tuition fees by year group (2025–2026) — annual, per term (3 instalments) and per month (10 instalments)

- EYFS — Nursery 1: Annual EUR 8,750; Per term (3 instalments) EUR 2,916.67; Per month (10 instalments) EUR 875.00.
- EYFS — Nursery 2: Annual EUR 8,900; Per term EUR 2,966.67; Per month EUR 890.00.
- Reception: Annual EUR 9,100; Per term EUR 3,033.33; Per month EUR 910.00.
- KS1 — Year 1: Annual EUR 9,400; Per term EUR 3,133.33; Per month EUR 940.00.
- KS1 — Year 2: Annual EUR 9,850; Per term EUR 3,283.33; Per month EUR 985.00.
- KS1 — Year 3: Annual EUR 10,300; Per term EUR 3,433.33; Per month EUR 1,030.00.
- KS2 — Year 4: Annual EUR 10,600; Per term EUR 3,533.33; Per month EUR 1,060.00.
- KS2 — Year 5: Annual EUR 10,900; Per term EUR 3,633.33; Per month EUR 1,090.00.
- KS2 — Year 6: Annual EUR 11,200; Per term EUR 3,733.33; Per month EUR 1,120.00.
- KS3 — Year 7: Annual EUR 11,850; Per term EUR 3,950.00; Per month EUR 1,185.00.
- KS3 — Year 8: Annual EUR 12,200; Per term EUR 4,066.67; Per month EUR 1,220.00.
- KS3 — Year 9: Annual EUR 12,500; Per term EUR 4,166.67; Per month EUR 1,250.00.
- KS4 — Year 10: Annual EUR 12,800; Per term EUR 4,266.67; Per month EUR 1,280.00.
- KS4 — Year 11: Annual EUR 13,100; Per term EUR 4,366.67; Per month EUR 1,310.00.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Available payment schedules: annual, term (3 instalments) and monthly (10 instalments). Annual payment must be made before 5 July to receive a 5% discount on the annual fee. Term payments fall on 5 September, 5 December and 5 March. Monthly payments are collected between the 1st and 5th of each month from September through June. Returned direct‑debit receipts incur a surcharge of EUR 25 plus any bank charges. Non‑payment of two instalments may lead to suspension or expulsion until outstanding amounts are regularised.

Deposit, reservation and refund conditions

- The deposit (one‑time guarantee) is refundable provided the school's conditions are met: two months' prior written notice of withdrawal (notice recognised within the school year), all outstanding payments are settled, and the notification deadlines specified by the school are observed. When refundable, deposits are returned on the date stated in the fee schedule (the schedule shows a return date in late August). The registration fee (EUR 500) is non‑refundable in all cases. The reservation fee (EUR 495) will not be returned if the student does not start the following school year.

Boarding

- Boarding is not applicable: SEK Atlántico operates as a day school (no boarding provision listed for this campus). Transport routes for day students are provided.

Other compulsory or typical additional costs

- School materials: a separate school‑materials charge applies and is collected as a single payment (by bank receipt) in September; amounts for basic materials are shown in the school fee schedule for specific year groups (example: Nursery material cost listed at EUR 165). Excursions, external examination fees, extracurricular activities and certain textbooks or specialist materials are additional and are charged separately. External examination fees for some qualifications (AS/AL/A Levels, EPQ) are payable to the examining bodies and are not included in the annual fee.
- Uniform: a full school uniform is mandatory. Uniform and sports kit items are specified by the school and may be purchased through El Corte Inglés and Supercor Pontevedra; prices for uniform items are not published in the standard fee schedule.

Refunds and penalties (summary)

- Registration fee (EUR 500): non‑refundable. Reservation fee (EUR 495): deducted from tuition but not refunded if the pupil does not start the next year. Deposit: refundable only if the school's withdrawal notice and payment conditions are satisfied; the schedule gives a specific return date in late August. Returned bank receipts incur EUR 25 plus bank charges. Non‑payment of instalments can lead to suspension/expulsion until accounts are settled.

Fee payment options

- Regular payments are collected by direct debit from the bank account provided by the family. Reservation payments are required by bank transfer within the reservation deadlines. The published fee schedule specifies bank‑based payment methods and direct‑debit collection as the standard procedures; credit‑card payment is not listed in the school's fee schedule. Returned‑payment penalties apply as noted above.

If you require these numbers formatted differently, the school accepts payments in EUR and the fee schedule above is expressed in euros.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

The school uses the Think and feel Programme to develop emotional intelligence.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The school provides full English-language immersion and bilingual Spanish/English education. 45% of the school day is in English. From year 3 of Primary Education, a third language, French, is studied.

Mental Wellbeing

The Think and feel Programme supports emotional wellbeing by developing emotional intelligence.

Admissions

Limited places. Request information via the web, email or telephone. A visit to the school with the admissions department can be arranged. Arrange interview and entrance test through MY SEK Admissions; when families apply for the admission test, they will be required to provide essential information to create access to the platform. The admissions process includes uploading documents before the interview: identity documents for both parents and the student, birth certificate, marks or progress reports from the previous academic year, an online interview if tests cannot be taken on-site, and any other documents depending on the academic cycle. The Admissions Committee will notify the family of the final decision. SEK Atlántico is private, non-denominational, independent and co-educational for ages 0 to 18. It offers bilingual Spanish and English education, with French as an additional language. It is the first school in Galicia authorised to teach all three International Baccalaureate programmes (PYP, MYP, DP), integrated into the national curriculum.

Scholarships

SEK Excellence Scholarships to study the SEK university baccalaureate, through the Diploma Programme (IB), at one of seven authorised SEK schools including Atlántico; or to study any form of Baccalaureate at one of five authorised SEK schools. SEK Scholarships for Sports Performance for students who represent the school or club and continue training at SEK; SEK Scholarships for Sporting Talent for students with outstanding sports and/or academic talent. Maria de Villota Scholarship for Personal Effort provides a path to study at SEK Ciudalcampo. Felipe Segovia Award to Best SEK Student to study the SEK university baccalaureate through the Diploma Programme at one of the seven authorised schools (including Atlántico). As part of SEK Education Group, Camilo José Cela University also offers grants and financial aid. SEK Scholarships 2026-2027 information is available.

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Compare IB Curriculum International Schools in Vigo, Spain

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English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Mental Wellbeing

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