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Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, Bespoke Curriculum
Taught languages French
Typical class size 12
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Academic and Intellectual, Cultural and Language
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Highlands School El Encinar is a private, Catholic, trilingual school in La Moraleja, Madrid, serving ages 1–18. The curriculum blends a British-English-Spanish approach: from early childhood, students follow an integrated British-Spanish curriculum with a bespoke program; the Cambridge International path offers IGCSE exams in 4th ESO with a double qualification in British and Spanish, and an A-level route for the upper years. The school also offers a Leadership Baccalaureate with an A-Levels option. English language targets reach C1/C2, and French reaches B2 by Baccalaureate. The campus spans more than 22,000 square metres with large learning spaces and quality sports facilities. Notable features include a tri-lingual public speaking program and Highlands Arts Agora, offering arts, music, theatre and cultural activities. A University Counsellor supports university destinations. Extracurriculars include sport, performing arts and languages across after-school and weekend programs. The school emphasizes a holistic development within a large, natural-urban campus for families.
C. de San Enrique de Ossó, 46, La Moraleja, 28055 Madrid, Spain
The Essentials
Highlands School El Encinar has 1,300 pupils, typical class sizes of 12, instruction in English, Spanish.
Location
Located in La Moraleja, Madrid, in the El Encinar de los Reyes area. The campus covers more than 22,000 m2 and serves over 1,300 students from about 700 families.
Stages
Infant, Primary, Secondary, Baccalaureate
Type
private, Catholic and trilingual school
Additional learning support
Languages taught: English, Spanish and French. The curriculum is an integrated British-Spanish program from early childhood and includes a trilingual public speaking program. The school offers Cambridge International School with IGCSE exams and an option for A-Levels through the Leadership Baccalaureate.
Religious affiliation
Catholic
Fees
Annual tuition at Highlands School El Encinar ranges from EUR 5,890 to EUR 9,530 for 2026/27.
Application / Registration fee
- One‑time registration (enrolment) fee: EUR 700 payable on first year of enrolment.
Tuition fees by year group (annual and per‑term)
- The school publishes annual tuition by year/grade for the 2025–2026 academic year as follows (Annual fee; Per term shown as the annual fee divided into three academic trimesters):
- Nursery 1 (age 1): Annual EUR 5,890 — Per term EUR 1,963.33. - Nursery 2 (age 2): Annual EUR 6,160 — Per term EUR 2,053.33. - Kindergarten 1 (age 3): Annual EUR 6,160 — Per term EUR 2,053.33. - Kindergarten 2 (age 4): Annual EUR 6,160 — Per term EUR 2,053.33. - Kindergarten 3 (age 5): Annual EUR 6,160 — Per term EUR 2,053.33. - Grade 1 (age 6): Annual EUR 6,890 — Per term EUR 2,296.67. - Grade 2 (age 7): Annual EUR 6,890 — Per term EUR 2,296.67. - Grade 3 (age 8): Annual EUR 6,890 — Per term EUR 2,296.67. - Grade 4 (age 9): Annual EUR 6,890 — Per term EUR 2,296.67. - Grade 5 (age 10): Annual EUR 6,890 — Per term EUR 2,296.67. - Grade 6 (age 11): Annual EUR 6,890 — Per term EUR 2,296.67. - Grade 7 (age 12): Annual EUR 7,810 — Per term EUR 2,603.33. - Grade 8 (age 13): Annual EUR 7,810 — Per term EUR 2,603.33. - Grade 9 (age 14): Annual EUR 8,020 — Per term EUR 2,673.33. - Grade 10 (age 15): Annual EUR 8,020 — Per term EUR 2,673.33. - Grade 11 (age 16): Annual EUR 8,650 — Per term EUR 2,883.33. - Grade 12 (age 17): Annual EUR 9,530 — Per term EUR 3,176.67.
- First year total example: for a Nursery 1 pupil the first year total payable (annual tuition plus one‑time registration fee) is EUR 6,590.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Payment frequency options: the school offers annual, trimestral (per term) and monthly payment options for tuition. Per‑term and extracurricular billing use a three‑term (trimestral) academic division. - Extracurricular activities are billed by term (trimesters) and are payable in advance; a reservation/registration amount for activities is charged in the first trimester and is deducted from the final trimester. Receipts for many activities are domiciled (direct debit) on a trimestral basis. - Annual tuition amounts listed above are the headline figures; the school allows spreading payment across the available billing schedules described. Per‑term amounts shown in this overview are the annual fee divided into three trimesters to match the school's trimester billing structure for activities.
Boarding fees
- Boarding is not applicable: the school operates as a day school with services such as school transport and on‑site catering but does not publish boarding/residential fees.
Other costs and fees (uniforms, meals, transport, extra activities and typical extras)
- Uniforms: school uniform is purchased externally (El Corte Inglés for general uniform lines; Minime for Infant 1–2 items). Families buy uniform items directly from those retailers; discounts may apply for families with the respective store card. Specific uniform item prices are set by the retailer. - School meals (comedor): the on‑site catering service is managed by an external contractor. Meal plans and their charges vary by option and are billed separately from tuition. (Meal service is provided in the school's own kitchens.) - School transport (routes): multiple bus routes are offered and are an additional charge; route availability and price vary by stop and annual demand. Transport is invoiced as an additional service. - Representative extracurricular charges (examples as published): - Menudos Delfines (swimming-related activities): sample tariffs shown on the services listings (e.g., some music workshops €15/month; group keyboard €55/month; individual instrument €79/month; dramatization €50/month). Equitation is quoted at EUR 310 per trimester for a once‑per‑week group class. Chess is listed at EUR 30 per month; some sport extra activities are quoted per trimester. These activity rates are invoiced separately from tuition and are usually paid in advance per trimester.
Refund information and cancellations
- Extracurriculars and activity places: activities are billed in advance by trimester and a reservation fee is charged in the first trimester and deducted from the final trimester; this billing practice means activity payments are handled on a trimester basis. Refunds or prorated returns for prepaid activity fees are governed by the activity terms (payments are paid in advance). - Re‑enrolment / reservation: a re‑enrolment/reservation charge is required to guarantee a place during the March re‑enrolment period; that reservation charge is part of the school's enrolment/renewal process. - Tuition refunds / cancellations: tuition follows the school's billing and enrolment rules and is subject to the school's payment and re‑enrolment policies; extracurricular payments are explicitly handled by trimester as noted above. (Families should review the school's formal admission/payment terms for complete refund and withdrawal conditions.)
Fee payment options (methods)
- Direct debit / domiciliation is used for at least certain services (many extracurricular activity receipts are domiciled on a trimestral basis). - The school publishes and facilitates payment plans (annual, trimestral, monthly) for tuition; uniforms and retailer services accept the usual retail payment methods (store payment card, card or retailer channels). For activity sign‑ups managed by partner providers, registration and payment are often made through the partner platform.
Notes for parents (concise)
- A one‑off registration fee (EUR 700) typically applies on first enrolment. Annual tuition is published per grade (see list above); term billing commonly follows a three‑trimester structure used across school services and activities. Extracurriculars are billed and domiciled per trimester; uniforms are purchased via El Corte Inglés or Minime. The school offers annual, termly and monthly payment schedules.
Academics
Highlands School El Encinar teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 1 to 18.
Curriculum
Integrated British-Spanish curriculum from early childhood; trilingual public speaking program; Leadership Baccalaureate with A-Levels option. Cambridge International School offers IGCSE exams in 4th ESO with a double qualification (British and Spanish), and an A-level pathway for the upper school. Language learning targets English at C1/C2 and French at B2 at Baccalaureate completion.
Exam Results
IGCSE exams are offered in 4th ESO with the double British-Spanish qualification; English language results are at C1/C2 and French at B2 upon Baccalaureate completion.
Higher Education Progression
A University Counsellor supports higher education planning; the school provides an international pathway with A-Levels alongside Cambridge International qualifications.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school fosters social and emotional development through a Virtues program, personalized tutoring, psychopedagogical counseling, affective-sexual training, vocational guidance, and family support. It emphasizes self-knowledge, emotional education, autonomy and critical thinking as part of personal growth.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school provides strong language learning through an integrated British-Spanish curriculum from early childhood and a trilingual public speaking program, with high English proficiency; students complete the Baccalaureate with English at C1/C2 and French at B2.
Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported by personal accompaniment, a Virtues program, psychopedagogical counseling, affective-sexual training, vocational guidance, and family support; the school focuses on self-knowledge, emotional education, autonomy and critical thinking.
Safeguarding
Catholic formation is central to the school's mission; safeguarding is supported by Safe environments and a Complaints channel, with policies aligned to Regnum Christi's educational work.
Admissions
Admissions
The Highlands School El Encinar is a private, Catholic and trilingual school in La Moraleja, Madrid. The admissions process comprises three steps: a first interview with the family to explore the educational project and visit the facilities; a second interview with the candidate to assess abilities through interviews and tests; and registration via a digital portal to complete information, upload documents, and sign the enrolment form. The Infant program features English immersion from age 1 and delivers programs in English and Spanish as part of its bilingual offering. The school is located at C. de San Enrique de Ossó, 46, La Moraleja, 28055 Madrid. For Sixth Form admissions, the process includes information, an initial interview with the admissions officer and Head of Sixth Form, diagnostic assessments, enrolment via an online portal, and subject choice, with recommended prior attainment and language certification as applicable.
FAQs
What does Highlands School El Encinar offer?
Highlands School El Encinar is a private, Catholic, trilingual school in La Moraleja, Madrid, serving ages 1–18. The curriculum blends a British-English-Spanish approach: from early childhood, students follow an integrated British-Spanish curriculum .
What age range?
Ages 1-18.
What are the fees?
Annual fees: EUR 5,890 to EUR 9,530.
How many students?
Approximately 1300 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?
Highlands School El Encinar is a private, Catholic, trilingual school in La Moraleja, Madrid, serving ages 1–18. The curriculum blends a British-Engli.
