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Strengths Visual and Creative Arts, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Arts and Creative, Social and Hobbies, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Greenleaves Montessori American School is a private, secular international school in Madrid that blends Montessori pedagogy with an American curriculum and the IB framework. Serving ages 0 to 18, the school offers Infant Community, Children's House (3–6), Elementary (6–12), Middle Years (12–16), and Diploma Programme for 16–18. The IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) runs from ages 3 to 12, the Middle Years Programme (PAI) from 12 to 16, and the Diploma Programme from 16 to 18. A bilingual staff includes native English and Spanish speakers to support language learning and international mindedness. New facilities introduced in 2024/25 support both Montessori and IB learning, and a virtual tour is available. The school is authorized as a foreign school by the Community of Madrid and recognized by Madrid's Education Ministry, reflecting its international and compliant approach. Located in Moncloa–Aravaca on Cantos Negros Street, 9, the campus emphasizes balanced development within IB context.
This campus is part ofGreenleaves Montessori American School
Moncloa - Aravaca, 28023 Madrid, Spain
The Essentials
Greenleaves Montessori American School has 150 pupils, typical class sizes of 15, instruction in English, Spanish.
Location
Madrid, Spain. Moncloa–Aravaca area (Cantos Negros Street, 9, 28023) and a Madrid – El Plantío campus.
Stages
Infant Community (6–36 months); Children's House (3–6 years); Elementary (6–12 years); Middle Years (12–16 years); Baccalaureate International Program (16–18 years).
Type
Montessori international school offering infant through secondary education; bilingual teaching staff with at least one native English speaker and one native Spanish speaker.
Pupil Nationality Mix
More than 30 nationalities represented.
School day structure
From 08:00 to 17:00.
Fees
Annual tuition at Greenleaves Montessori American School ranges from EUR 6,000 to EUR 7,100 for 2026/27.
Application / Enrollment fees
- Annual enrollment fee (one-time, non-refundable): EUR 900.00. - Place renewal (to guarantee place for the following academic year; non-refundable): EUR 450.00 for Infant Community, Children's House and PYP; EUR 700.00 for MYP. Payment of the renewal is required during the first two weeks of February (failure to pay may result in cancellation of the place).
Tuition fees (monthly and annual equivalents) by year group
- Infant Community (ages 1–3) - Monthly total fee: EUR 585.00 (comprised of School fee EUR 540.00 + Pedagogical/resources fee EUR 45.00). - Annual equivalent (billed over 10 months): EUR 5,850.00 (monthly total × 10).
- Children's House (ages 3–6) - Monthly total fee: EUR 620.00 (comprised of School fee EUR 540.00 + Pedagogical/resources fee EUR 80.00). - Annual equivalent (billed over 10 months): EUR 6,200.00.
- Elementary / PYP (ages 6–12) - Monthly total fee: EUR 710.00 (comprised of School fee EUR 600.00 + Pedagogical/resources fee EUR 110.00). - Annual equivalent (billed over 10 months): EUR 7,100.00.
- Middle Years / MYP 1–2 (approx. ages 12–14) - Monthly total fee: EUR 790.00 (comprised of School fee EUR 660.00 + Teaching/materials fee EUR 130.00). - Annual equivalent (billed over 10 months): EUR 7,900.00.
- Middle Years / MYP 3–4 (approx. ages 14–16) - Monthly total fee: EUR 990.00 (comprised of School fee EUR 860.00 + Teaching/materials fee EUR 130.00). - Annual equivalent (billed over 10 months): EUR 9,900.00.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Monthly fees are normally collected by direct debit; monthly payments are structured as 10 equal monthly instalments for the academic year. Returned direct-debit charges are payable by families. - Prepayment (full-year payment) discount: 5% discount on the full-year price when paid by the stated prepayment deadline (deadline: July 30). Payments made in advance are refundable only if the right of withdrawal is exercised within 14 days of payment. The tuition fee when paid as a one-time payment is non-refundable. - Withdrawals require a minimum notice of three months. The school may cancel a student's place for the following academic year if any monthly fees are outstanding.
Boarding / residential provision
- Boarding is not provided; the school operates as a day school.
Other costs and optional services
- Snack and lunch (100% natural / eco-friendly menu): Infant Community and Children's House: EUR 150.00 per month; Elementary and Middle Years: EUR 190.00 per month. A surcharge of EUR 30.00 per month applies for special menus without a medical prescription for diagnosed allergies or intolerances. - Extended-hours and extracurricular time (monthly): - Extension 8:00–9:00 (breakfast included): EUR 80.00 per month. - Extension 8:30–9:00: EUR 40.00 per month. - Extension 16:00–17:00 (afternoon snack included): EUR 80.00 per month. - One-day / occasional charges: - Extra hour: EUR 10.00 per hour. - Breakfast / afternoon snack (single occasion): EUR 3.00. - Meal (single occasion): EUR 8.00. - School bus service (annual): Round trip EUR 210.00; one-way EUR 150.00. Bus and cafeteria fees are calculated on the total number of school days and prorated into 10 exact monthly payments. - Discounts by family / sibling: - Large family (official large-family status): 5% on the School fee. - Second child: 10% on the School fee. - Third child: 20% on the School fee. - Fourth child: 30% on the School fee.
Refunds and non‑refundables
- The annual enrollment fee (Matrícula) is a one-time, non-refundable payment. - The place-renewal payment is non-refundable and necessary to guarantee a place for the next academic year. - Payments made in advance are refundable only if the right of withdrawal is exercised within 14 days of payment; tuition paid as a one-time payment is non-refundable. Returned direct-debit refunds will incur bank surcharges borne by the family.
Fee payment options
- Preferred method for monthly fees: direct debit from a bank account. - Bank transfer (for tuition or other payments) to BBVA. Account holder: LARAGO PAS SL. IBAN: ES27 0182 6127 1902 0158 7537. Families are responsible for any bank charges on returned payments.
Notes on included items in the pedagogical/resources fee
- The pedagogical/resources component covers Montessori pedagogy materials (ages 1–12), IB programme materials (PYP-MYP-DP), school and technological materials (excluding each student's personal items), insurances (including accident insurance), complementary field trips each trimester, books for MYP and DP, and the sustainable-school programme (garden and greenhouse).
Academics
Greenleaves Montessori American School teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), American Curriculum, Montessori Curriculum for students aged 0.5 to 18.
Curriculum
Montessori pedagogy is integrated with an American curriculum and the IB World School framework. The school serves Infants through 18-year-olds: Infant Community (6–36 months), Children's House (3–6 years), Elementary (6–12 years), Middle Years (12–16 years), and Baccalaureate International Program (16–18 years). It is an IB World School offering Primary Years Programme (PYP) for ages 3–12, Middle Years Programme (PAI) for ages 12–16, and Diploma Programme (DP) for ages 16–18. A native bilingual faculty supports English and Spanish language learning and fosters international mindedness.
Student Teacher Ratio
1 to 18
Gifted and Talented
Enrichment program offers activities beyond the core curriculum to develop individual talents, including Cooking for Well-being (healthy eating through cooking), Parkour and Acrobatics, Fine Arts for Kids, Pre-sport, Yoga for Kids and Piano.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school provides a balanced education that emphasizes intellectual and emotional development within a multicultural environment. It follows Montessori pedagogy and an international program framework to support student growth.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Not disclosed on the provided content.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Not disclosed on the provided content.
Mental Wellbeing
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Safeguarding
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Admissions
Admissions
Admission process for Greenleaves Montessori (Children's House 0-6 and Elementary 6-12) comprises six steps. 1. Personal visit: Fill out the contact form to request a personal interview and attach relevant enrollment documents; an admissions talk with the committee follows, then a guided school tour. 2. Student's visit to the school: If deemed necessary, a day is scheduled for the student's visit and a suitability assessment is conducted. 3. Candidacy evaluation: The admissions committee analyzes the candidacy and communicates the admission decision. 4. Reservation of place: The administration sends a reservation form to be completed with proof of registration payment; subsequent documentation includes a family dossier, a registration form, and school rules. 5. Initial interview: An initial interview with the student's guides takes place before incorporation. 6. Enrollment in the school: The admissions department notifies the family of admission, followed by completing the registration form and paying the applicable fees.
FAQs
What does Greenleaves Montessori American School offer?
Greenleaves Montessori American School is a private, secular international school in Madrid that blends Montessori pedagogy with an American curriculum and the IB framework. Serving ages 0 to 18, the school offers Infant Community, Children's House (.
What age range?
Ages 0-18.
What are the fees?
Annual fees: EUR 5,850 to EUR 7,900.
How many students?
Approximately 150 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?
Greenleaves Montessori American School is a private, secular international school in Madrid that blends Montessori pedagogy with an American curriculu.
