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Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage)
Taught languages Spanish, French, Mandarin, German
Typical class size 20
Strengths Sport, STEM, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Coruña British International School offers a British international education for ages 3–18. It follows the English National Curriculum across Early Years, Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form (A-Levels). The school provides English immersion alongside a multilingual approach to support international and local families. The campus spans more than 3,200 m2, with facilities including an indoor heated swimming pool, playing fields, a dance/drama studio, a workshop, a greenhouse and a Learning Hub (library, learning support and technology space). Early Years have dedicated outdoor space; Primary classrooms open to shared areas; Secondary and Baccalaureate rooms cluster around a STEAM zone with laboratories, workshops and music/art facilities. A Culleredo campus opens in 2026 on a 38,698 m2 plot, featuring a gymnasium, indoor sports pavilion, an auditorium, outdoor sports area and arts/STEAM classrooms. The school offers extensive extracurriculars—robotics, debate and language programmes—and is a sister school to O Castro in Vigo and part of Globeducate.
Coruña British International School has 405 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.
Location
The school is located at C/ Roma Nº1, 15008, A Coruña, Spain.
Stages
Early Years to Sixth Form (ages 3–18).
Type
British international school
Additional learning support
Pastoral care and Special Education Needs (SEN) department
Country affiliation
Globeducate
School day structure
School day 9:00–17:30
Bus service
We offer a transport service to and from school, covering A Coruña city and Oleiros. There are three routes with return trips at 16:00 and 17:00 to accommodate after-school activities. A monitor is present on every bus and the service is available for both daily and occasional use at specified stops.
Fees
Annual tuition at Coruña British International School ranges from EUR 6,650 to EUR 9,200 for 2026/27.
Tuition fees (annual; paid in 10 monthly instalments)
- Early Years (age 3–4): EUR 6,300 per year. - Key Stage 1 (age 5–6): EUR 6,500 per year. - Key Stage 2 (age 7–10): EUR 7,150 per year. - Key Stage 3 (age 11–13): EUR 7,650 per year. - Key Stage 4 (age 14–15): EUR 8,300 per year.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Annual tuition is invoiced to be paid in 10 monthly instalments. - An Early Payment Discount of 2% is offered. - Sibling grants apply: 2nd sibling –20%; 3rd sibling –40%; 4th sibling –70%. - The published fee schedule states that the annual tuition fee includes school and liability insurance, psychopedagogical counselling, one extracurricular activity and school materials. These published prices do not include taxes.
Additional services and charges (paid separately; annual fees can be charged in 10 monthly payments where indicated)
- Canteen (lunch): EUR 1,910 per year. Individual day lunch: EUR 15 per day. - Morning & Afternoon student care (extended hours): - Breakfast Club (07:30–08:30): EUR 99 per month. - Early arrival options are published as a monthly or daily charge (examples shown: EUR 69 per month or EUR 7.50 per day). - Late departure / extended‑day options are published as a small daily charge (published material lists a daily late‑departure fee). - Swimming (Nursery to Year 1): during one term there is one weekly visit to the swimming pool; published charges are shown as a daily or monthly rate (example figures in the published schedule include EUR 7.50 per day or EUR 69 per month).
Boarding
- No boarding provision or boarding fees are published for this school (the school operates as a day school in the published materials).
Other costs (uniforms, transport, extracurriculars, etc.)
- The canteen, transport service, the remainder of extracurricular activities, extended hours and uniforms are charged separately and are not included in the annual tuition figures. Published fees show some items and rates (canteen, student care, pool) but do not show a published price for school uniform or for the regular transport service in the downloadable fee schedule.
Refunds and notice
- The published fees document does not provide a detailed refund policy or specific refund amounts for cancelled enrolment within the downloadable fee schedule. Published materials list admission and re‑enrolment charges but do not set out a refund schedule in the fee document.
Fee payment options
- The published fee schedule and the admissions fees page do not specify accepted payment methods (for example: bank transfer, credit card or direct debit) in the downloadable fee document or the visible fees page.
Tax note
- The published schedule states that the prices do not include taxes.
Academics
Coruña British International School teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, EYFS (Early years foundation stage) for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
The school follows the English National Curriculum at all stages of education. It offers British and international education from age three with English immersion and a multilingual approach. Education stages include Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School (Years 7–11) culminating in IGCSE exams, and Sixth Form with A-Levels. The program aims to develop students' talents and prepare them for study beyond secondary school.
Higher Education Progression
The school prepares students for higher education at university and beyond.
Gifted and Talented
The school encourages students to discover and develop their own talents.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Pastoral care fosters a supportive environment where children feel happy, secure and confident; capable students are encouraged and challenged, while those who find academic study more difficult receive the necessary support; students can approach teachers and learning support staff with concerns so they can be supported.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The SEN Department is staffed by highly-qualified professionals with extensive experience in child psychology, learning processes, behaviour and child development; they work with parents and students to identify specific educational needs and develop strategies for progress; they evaluate the most appropriate techniques to help children with special educational needs achieve their maximum potential; they help students to improve cognitive skills.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school offers multilingual education with English immersion from age three and uses English as a vehicular language in instruction.
Mental Wellbeing
Pastoral care supports the emotional wellbeing of students by creating an environment where they feel happy, secure and confident, with personalised care and access to support when needed.
Safeguarding
Every member of school staff undertakes safeguarding training to identify personal issues that children might be facing and to ensure that adults do not pose a risk to them.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Contact the school to organise a tour and begin the admissions process. Tours can be arranged in person or online to suit families. This first step provides an opportunity to learn about Coruña British International School's educational project and community. If you have questions about the admissions process or the school, please contact us.
2. Applications are currently accepted from students up to Year 10. Families are encouraged to begin the process by arranging a visit and discussing suitability for entry. The admissions pathway is made clear through the admissions pages. For any questions about entry, contact the admissions team.
3. For questions about the admissions process or about the school itself, please contact us. The Head of Admissions, Silvia Mesejo, offers personalised support to families. Her role includes assisting with the application process and clarifying requirements.
4. How to Apply contains all the details you need on the application process, including the necessary forms to complete. All the details you need on the application process are on the How to Apply page. The page provides the forms required to submit an application and guidance on next steps.
5. Book a personalized visit to learn more about the school. Organise a personalised tour to gain a closer view of the school and its programs. The visit is an opportunity to learn more about the educational journey and community.
6. Fees: See the fees and payment schedule for the school year. Check the Fees page for the current fees and payment schedule. This helps families plan financially for the year ahead.
7. Order a brochure: Learn about our school philosophy, extracurricular activities on offer and more with our latest brochure. Order the brochure to gain deeper insight into the school's approach and activities.
8. FAQs: Find answers to the most common school queries with our Frequently Asked Questions page. The FAQs page provides quick responses to common questions about the school.
FAQs
What does Coruña British International School offer?
Coruña British International School offers a British international education for ages 3–18. It follows the English National Curriculum across Early Years, Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form (A-Levels). The school provides English immersion alongside a.
What age range?
Ages 3-18.
What are the fees?
Annual fees: EUR 6,500 to EUR 7,650.
How many students?
Approximately 405 students.
Co-educational?
Yes.
SEN support?
Not specifically mentioned.
Where?
In Spain.
Languages?
English and Spanish are typically offered.
Transport?
Contact school.
What makes it special?
Coruña British International School offers a British international education for ages 3–18. It follows the English National Curriculum across Early Ye.
