Alegra School

The Alegra School campus is located in Majadahonda, a western suburb of Madrid, Spain. The address is Calle de Sorolla, 4, 28222 Majadahonda, Madrid. The school operates as a British and international school serving the Madrid region.

Infants and Juniors (early years through primary) and Secondary (IB Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme).

British and International school; IB World School.

SENCO (Departamento de Orientación) provides support from Infants through the Diploma Programme, including Gifted and Talented (Thinking Club), Academic Adaptation, Neuromotor Program, and University Guidance. The department follows a process of Observation, Detection, Diagnosis, Adaptation, Monitoring and Accompaniment in collaboration with teachers, tutors and families.

British (UK-affiliated) school in Madrid, Spain.

Catholic-inspired; School Chaplaincy by Opus Dei with on-site chaplains and a School Chapel for daily worship and Mass.

Alegra offers a private school bus service operated by Samar to transport students to and from campus. Madrid routes include multiple stops with Colegio Alegra at Sorolla, 4 as a stop, and schedules for each route are published; contact rutas@colegioalegra.es for inquiries.

Alegra runs a curriculum from Infants to Baccalaureate. Alegra Prep School (ages 3–10) follows the English National Curriculum. The Secondary and Baccalaureate stages are IB World School delivering the Middle Years Programme (MYP) in Secondary and the Diploma Programme (DP) in Baccalaureate. The two systems share a common educational philosophy with students at the centre of their learning, developing global competencies and lifelong skills. In Prep School, programs such as the Lectoescritura Program and a STEAM curriculum enrich learning, with a Work Experience Programme in Secondary. The Alegra Preparatory School is authorised by the British Council to deliver the English National Curriculum, and in Secondary/IB Alegra is authorised by the IB to deliver MYP and DP.

IB DP average score for 2023: 33.3 out of 45 (highest possible 45). The 2023 class highest score was 45 out of 45 (Spanish equivalent 13.8 out of 14).

The IB Diploma Programme provides preparation for university and beyond, recognised by universities home and abroad. Notable universities where students have gained places include University College London (UCL), the University of Warwick, King's College London, the University of Durham, and universities such as Universidad de Navarra and ICADE.

Gifted & Talented Programme is offered in Juniors.

The SENCO Department provides holistic support beyond academics, monitoring each student's growth from Infants through the Diploma Programme in close collaboration with teachers, form tutors and families. The school runs the Thinking Club for high‑ability students in Juniors and PAI to develop talents in mathematics, creativity, science and history and literature, with a service orientation to others. Observations identify students' emotional signals and, through a coordinated process of observation, detection, diagnosis, adaptation, monitoring and accompaniment, the school supports emotional development. There is an explicit focus on teaching emotional regulation, including related resources and posts about emotional regulation. The on‑site team includes a Principal SEN Coordinator, SENCo for Prep, SENCo for PAI, SENCo PD, SEN Teachers and a Speech Therapist.

The SENCO Department provides support for holistic development beyond academics, monitoring each student's needs from Infants through the Diploma Programme in close collaboration with teachers, form tutors and families. The school runs the Thinking Club for high‑ability students in Juniors and PAI to develop talents in mathematics, creativity, science and history and literature, with service to others. Adaptation is designed so that each student learns at their own pace, with resources and methodologies tailored to individual needs within the British and IB systems. The Neuromotor Program in Early Years develops essential psychomotor skills and includes an on‑site Neuromotor classroom to aid early detection of difficulties. The SEN Team includes a Principal SEN Coordinator, SENCo for Prep, SENCo for PAI, SENCo PD, SEN Teachers and a Speech Therapist, and there is emphasis on emotional regulation as part of the support offered.

Spanish Roots, English Teaching, International Thinking describes Alegra's language approach, with English instruction at the core. Alegra Prep School is authorised by the British Council to deliver the English National Curriculum. The Prep School runs Infants and Juniors under the English National Curriculum, while Secondary and Baccalaureate follow the IB framework, sharing a common educational philosophy centered on student learning. The overall model blends English instruction with Spanish roots to foster bilingual, globally minded learning.

The SENCO department observes signals related to emotional well‑being and provides support to strengthen students' emotional development through a structured cycle of observation, detection, diagnosis, adaptation, monitoring and accompaniment. There is explicit emphasis on teaching emotional regulation, including related materials and posts. The program also features activities such as EmocionArte, a week dedicated to expressing and exploring emotions through art. When needed, Alegra coordinates with a Senior Mental Health Lead and, where available, a Mental Health Support Team to support pupils' mental health.

Alegra is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupils. The school has designated safeguarding leads (including a Designated Safeguarding Lead and deputies) and follows local safeguarding partnership guidance to identify and report concerns. The policy outlines prevention, reporting, and support procedures, including online safety, and referrals to social services or other agencies as appropriate. Staff induction, training, and clear lines of communication with families are required, and safeguarding records are maintained and updated. The policy is aligned with relevant education guidance and is reviewed annually.

1. Apply for Admission. Alegra guides and supports you through the next steps. You can access admissions resources and contact the Admissions Team for assistance as you begin the process. New Family and Admissions pathways are available to help you start your inquiry.

2. Personal Interview. An individual meeting at Alegra gives you the opportunity to meet our team and tour the school with a staff member. You can ask all your questions and talk with current students as you explore the school. Visits can be arranged most days during term time by contacting the Admissions Team.

3. Admissions Test. Admissions Tests assess the skills and abilities of your child before starting the English National Curriculum or IB Programme. Tests are arranged by year group (Juniors Year 3–Year 6; Secondary MYP 1–MYP 4; DP 5–DP2). After registration, your child will be invited to an Assessment Day at the school, reports from the current school will be requested, and there is an opportunity to meet the Key Stage Co-ordinator and tour the school. A Trial Day is also part of the process. Documents required include reports from the previous and current academic year, English accreditation certificates, psycho-pedagogical reports if any, and (for international students) a letter of recommendation.

4. Admission & Alegra Insight. After the interview and admissions tests, you will receive an answer from the school, and with an official admission offer you will receive a Letter of Admission. Alegra Insight invites you to introductory sessions about the school's identity; this closes the Admissions Process.

Economic aid programs are available for families with 3 or more children enrolled at Alegra; eligibility is based on having three or more children at the school. There is also an alliance with Retamar for families that have children in both schools. For more information, contact the Admissions Team (admisiones@colegioalegra.es; +34 678 85 18 26).