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Curriculum Montessori Curriculum, American Curriculum
Taught languages Spanish
Strengths Languages, Outdoor Education, Visual and Creative Arts
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School
Introduction
Madrid Montessori is an American Montessori school in El Viso, Madrid, offering AMI-aligned education for children from 18 months through 12 years. The Calle Genil 11 campus houses three environments: Infant Community (18 months–3), Children's House (3–6), and Elementary (6–12). The prepared-environment approach supports independence, problem-solving, and a strong sense of self. Infant Community is bilingual (Spanish and English); in Children's House English is introduced with gradual immersion; Elementary instruction is primarily in English with Spanish study. The Elementary program uses an integrated curriculum developed by Maria Montessori and her son Mario, linking math, language, and science through hands-on, field-based learning. Madrid Montessori is accredited by the Middle States Association and by the Comunidad de Madrid's Education Council, with reaccreditation in 2019 for seven years. On-site meals use organic, vegetarian ingredients and are prepared daily; students help with cooking and cleanup. The campus features a garden with harvesting and composting, an Extended Day program, a Secret Garden, and a Willems-based music program for ages 3 and up.
Madrid Montessori has instruction in English, Spanish.
Location
Madrid Montessori is located at Calle Genil 11, El Viso, Madrid 28002, Spain. It is situated in the El Viso neighborhood of Madrid. It serves children from 18 months to 12 years.
Stages
Infant community 1-3; Children's house 3-6; Elementary 6-12
Type
American Montessori school in Madrid
Country affiliation
United States
Fees
Annual tuition at Madrid Montessori ranges from EUR 0 for 2026/27.
Application fee
- Application (administrative) fee: EUR 150. This fee is non‑refundable and is paid when submitting the application by bank transfer to the school's Ibercaja account.
Enrollment fee
- Enrollment (registration) fee: EUR 1,600. This fee is payable once upon admission, is not refundable, cannot be applied to other school fees, and does not apply to returning students.
Tuition fees — current academic year (monthly, annual and per term amounts)
Tuition is billed monthly and paid over the 10 months of the school year (September through June). Annual totals shown are the monthly amount multiplied by 10. Per‑term amounts are shown dividing the annual total into three academic terms (trimesters). All amounts are in Euros.
- Infant Community (age 1–3) - Half day (08:45–13:00): Monthly EUR 885; Annual EUR 8,850; Per term (annual/3) EUR 2,950. - Extended day (08:45–15:30): Monthly EUR 1,100; Annual EUR 11,000; Per term EUR 3,667.
- Children's House (age 3–6) - Monthly EUR 1,100; Annual EUR 11,000; Per term EUR 3,667.
- Elementary (age 6–12) - Monthly EUR 1,120; Annual EUR 11,200; Per term EUR 3,733. Elementary tuition is listed as “plus materials and P.E. transportation fee” (those charges are additional to the tuition).
Tuition inclusions and extras
- Monthly tuition includes school food and, for extended infant hours, a nap or afternoon work cycle as described for each program. Specific program meal/napping inclusions are described for Infant Community, Children's House and Elementary. - Elementary program carries additional costs for materials and a P.E. transportation fee; these are charged in addition to the tuition amount.
Discounts
- Families with three or more children enrolled at the school receive a 10% discount on monthly tuition fees; the discount is applied to the oldest child at the school.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- Tuition payments are made monthly over 10 months (September through June). Tuition is collected by direct debit and must be paid before the 5th of each month. A returned/failed payment incurs a EUR 25 late/return fee. - The Enrollment Fee is a one‑time charge payable upon admission and is not refundable. The application fee is non‑refundable.
Boarding
- Boarding is not applicable; no boarding fees are listed.
Other costs and typical incidental fees
- Application fee: EUR 150 (non‑refundable). Enrollment fee: EUR 1,600 (one‑time, non‑refundable). Elementary materials and P.E. transportation fees are charged in addition to the stated tuition; specific amounts for these extras are charged separately. A EUR 25 fee applies to returned monthly payments.
Refund information
- The application fee (EUR 150) is non‑refundable. The Enrollment Fee (EUR 1,600) is not refundable and cannot be applied to other school fees.
Fee payment options
- Application payments are made by bank transfer to the school's Ibercaja account (IBAN/BIC details are provided for the application payment). Tuition is collected by direct debit before the 5th of each month. No credit‑card payment method is listed on the fee information.
Academics
Madrid Montessori teaches Montessori Curriculum, American Curriculum for students aged 1 to 12.
Curriculum
AMI Montessori education for children aged 18 months to 12 years, organized into three programs: infant community 1-3, children's house 3-6, and elementary 6-12.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Beyond academics, Madrid Montessori aims to help children develop problem-solving abilities, resilience in confronting unfamiliar situations, and social awareness.
Safeguarding
There are school committees for Planning and Safety and Health that oversee safeguarding and safety policies, and open, ongoing communication between the school and families is encouraged.
Admissions
Admissions
1. attend an open house. If you are considering Madrid Montessori please contact us to reserve a place in our next Open Houses. There are a limited number of places each year.
2. submit your application. If you feel that our school matches what you are looking to offer your child, download the application form and send it to the address indicated on the form, together with a non-refundable administrative fee of 150€ to our Ibercaja account: ES102085928419033030338; BIC CAZRES2Z; Item: Application_"name of child". Submitting the application form does not guarantee your child a place in the following school year.
3. follow up appointment. After we receive your application, we will contact you to schedule a follow-up appointment and classroom observation as well as an interview with the Head of School.
4. notification. If we have a place to offer your child, you will be notified after March 15th. Once the formal admission offer is made, you will receive a deadline in order to reserve a place.
5. waitlist. Some parents enquire about admission criteria. We keep a waiting list to draw from when these places become available. Applications can be submitted throughout the year, but only those received by the end of February are guaranteed full consideration.
6. re-application for following year. Families on the waiting list who have not been given a place for that school year and would like to re-apply for the following school year should contact the school to re-apply.
7. Enrollment & tuition. Enrollment Fee is €1600 Upon admission, this fee is paid one time per student. It is not refundable and cannot be applied to other school fees. This fee is not applicable to returning students. Tuition is paid monthly for the 10 months of the school year. Monthly tuition and additional fees (materials, transportation, etc.) vary by program; see the School Fees for details.
Waitlist
The school keeps a waiting list to draw from when openings become available; applications can be submitted year-round, but only those received by the end of February are guaranteed full consideration.
FAQs
What does Madrid Montessori offer?
Madrid Montessori is an American Montessori school in El Viso, Madrid, offering AMI-aligned education for children from 18 months through 12 years. The Calle Genil 11 campus houses three environments: Infant Community (18 months–3), Children's House .
What age range?
Ages 1-12.
What are the fees?
Annual fees: EUR 150 to EUR 1,600.
How many students?
Contact school.
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?
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