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Curriculum British Curriculum, BTEC Qualification, Montessori Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Taught languages English, Spanish
Typical class size 10
Strengths Outdoor Education, Academic Enrichment, Languages
Clubs Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Montessori British School Murcia is an international center in Murcia, Spain, blending Montessori-inspired learning with British curriculum elements. It serves students aged 3 to 18 and offers Campus/Day School in Murcia, online learning, and the Erdkinder boarding option housed in a botanical garden. The school is an Official Pearson Edexcel Examination Center, enabling international exams such as IGCSE, BTECs and A-Levels with flexible paths that may include portfolios for university entry. The Secondary (ages 12–16) follows Pearson IGCSE and BTEC L2, while Sixth Form (16–18) offers A-Levels and BTEC L3. Classrooms are spacious and bright; facilities include an on-site kitchen, a large botanical garden, a sports track, an art studio, a Technology Workshop, a gym, and an outdoor theatre. Programs emphasize personalised learning journeys, project-based learning, and counselling, with Montessori-trained or bilingual teachers and English/Spanish language integration. Erdkinder fosters independence through life-skills and hands-on work in a residential, community setting.
Primaria (6–12 years); Secundaria (12–16 years, flexible); Bachillerato (16–18 years, flexible); Erdkinder (adolescent Montessori community with a residence).
Type
Private international school offering Montessori-inspired education with British curriculum elements; Official Pearson Edexcel exam center for iGCSE, BTEC and A-Levels; Erdkinder boarding program.
Country affiliation
British School Overseas; follows UK education standards.
Fees
Annual tuition at Montessori British School Murcia ranges from EUR 3,500 to EUR 20,000 for 2026/27.
Application / enrolment fees - Umbrella programme: a one-off administrative/registration fee of EUR 350 is charged and is paid with the first installment. - Microschools / franchise-type projects: an initial advisory/application payment of EUR 100 is charged. - Admission process: a completed registration form, required documentation and the first payment are required to confirm and reserve a place.
Tuition fees by programme / year group - Umbrella (virtual programme, Key Stage 2/3 — approx. ages 6–14): EUR 170 per month; annual cost stated as within the range EUR 1,500 to EUR 2,800 for the 2024/2025 academic year (monthly payment option available). - Umbrella Key Stage 4 (International GCSE preparation): EUR 310 per month; annual cost falls within the overall Umbrella range given for 2024/2025. - Other modalities (Early Years / Day School Campus / Primary / Secondary / Baccalaureate / BTEC / A‑Levels): no published per-term or per-academic-year tuition schedule for each specific year group or cohort was found. The school operates Campus (Day School), Online and Erdkinder (residential) modalities but a complete, year-group-by-year-group fee table is not published.
Billing schedule and payment terms - Umbrella billing options: monthly payments are available; a single full payment is accepted with a 3% discount applied for single-payment settlement. The stated annual price range for Umbrella (EUR 1,500–2,800) corresponds to the monthly plans and single-payment option for 2024/2025. An administrative fee of EUR 350 is charged with the first instalment. - Admissions confirmation requires submission of documentation and payment of the first instalment to reserve a place. Details of instalment schedules beyond the Umbrella programme (for campus or boarding tuition) are not published.
Boarding fees (Erdkinder) - Boarding options offered: individual and group rooms; full board (including weekends) or week-board (Sunday evening to Friday evening) options; campuses may be in Murcia or in Ireland depending on dates and availability. No published numeric boarding fees (per week, per term or per year) were found.
Other costs and extras - Administrative / registration: Umbrella administrative fee EUR 350 (paid with first instalment). Microschools initial fee EUR 100. - Exams: Pearson Edexcel examination sessions and private-candidate arrangements are listed (future exam sessions announced), but specific exam-entry fees are not published on the fee pages. - Camps and holiday programmes (summer/winter/half-term) and short-stay Erdkinder residencies are offered; fees for camps or short residential stays are not published on the programme pages. - Uniforms, textbooks, lunches, transport, extracurricular activity fees and other typical ancillaries: no published line-item amounts for uniform or routine ancillary costs were found.
Refunds and cancellation - No published refund or cancellation policy for tuition, boarding or programme fees was found on the public programme and FAQ pages. Admission requires an initial payment to reserve a place; the school does state the admission steps but does not publish a standard refund schedule.
Fee payment options - The school lists monthly and single-payment options for the Umbrella programme and notes that financing of course fees is available as an option, but explicit payment method details (credit card, bank transfer, direct debit) are not published on the programme or FAQ pages. Parents should expect that at least monthly instalments and single lump-sum payment choices are supported; financing arrangements are available.
Brief summary of what is available and what is not published - Available and published: Umbrella programme monthly rates (EUR 170/mo for Key Stage 2–3; EUR 310/mo for KS4), the Umbrella annual range for 2024/2025 (EUR 1,500–2,800), a EUR 350 administrative fee (Umbrella), a EUR 100 initial advisory fee for Microschools, boarding options (full board or week‑board) and the admission requirement that the first payment accompanies documentation. - Not published (no line-item figures located): a full per-term or per‑year tuition table by specific year group for on-campus Day School (Early Years, Primary, Secondary, Baccalaureate), numeric boarding fees (weekly/term/year amounts), itemised costs for uniform, meals, transport, extracurriculars, explicit exam entry fees, a formal refund/cancellation schedule, and explicit payment-method options (card / bank-transfer details).
If you require these missing line-item figures on record, they are not published in the public programme and FAQ pages for the current academic year; the published items above are the definitive fee figures and billing rules that are publicly available.
Academics
Montessori British School Murcia teaches British Curriculum, BTEC Qualification, Montessori Curriculum, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
The school uses personalized learning journeys instead of a standardized curriculum. Secondary (12–16) follows Pearson Certification: IGCSE and BTEC L2. Sixth form (16–18) offers Pearson Certification: A-Levels and BTEC L3. The school is an Official Pearson Edexcel Examination Center enabling international exams (IGCSEs, BTECs, A-Levels) with flexible paths, including university entry without exams through portfolios. Academic results are important to prepare students for college, career and life. Online classes run in synchronous blocks no longer than 50 minutes, led by Montessori-trained and/or English-speaking or bilingual teachers; Nomad Programs offer virtual and on-campus options, including Earth Children Erdkinder and on-campus Murcia activities.
Higher Education Progression
Students are guided toward higher education, with pathways to university through official UK exams (IGCSEs, BTECs, A-Levels). There are also options for university entry without exams by developing professional portfolios in vocational areas. The school emphasizes preparing graduates for college and future careers.
Gifted and Talented
The Nomad Program is described as suitable for talented students seeking a personalized approach. The program supports flexible online and on-campus learning to accommodate travel and other commitments.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school centers on the student. Each student has a personalised timetable tailored to her goals, interests and needs. Students are encouraged to become independent, confident and responsible individuals. The school promotes the values of respect, honesty, empathy and global awareness. A lifelong love of learning is cultivated through a Montessori-inspired, enquiry-led approach. Ongoing individual guidance supports each child's development, and parents are offered guidance to assist with their child's progress.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Special educational needs are analyzed on a case-by-case basis to determine the required solution. The school assesses whether it is the appropriate centre to meet those needs.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Every day there are synchronous online classes led by a Montessori-trained and/or English-speaking or bilingual teacher. English is a core subject, with Mathematics, Science, Geography and Spanish also included for iGCSEs, and other options such as e-Sports, Psychology or Business at higher levels. The Nomad online model supports families who travel, offering flexible attendance and online learning. The school also offers on-campus learning in Murcia for those who prefer or require it.
Mental Wellbeing
Ongoing individual counselling supports students' personal and academic development. Parents are offered guidance on their child's developmental progress. The Murcia campus provides classes and activities to support wellbeing and student engagement.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Registration form is the initial step in the admissions process. An online registration form is provided for interested families to begin the process. The form helps understand the student's needs and the family's expectations. Completing the form starts the admissions journey.
2. Documentation Request follows registration. An email requests the necessary documentation, including ID or Passport, Birth Certificate, Enrollment Contract, and other relevant forms. Providing complete documentation is essential to move forward. This step ensures the school has the information required to assess the application.
3. Return of Documentation and First Payment confirms commitment. Families return all completed and signed documentation and make the first payment. This step reserves the student's place at the center. The submission of documents and payment enables the school to proceed with the registration review.
4. Review and Confirmation occurs after submission. The submitted documentation and first payment are reviewed to ensure they are complete and correct. A copy of the registration contract stamped by the center is issued as confirmation of admission. This provides formal confirmation of the student's place and guides the next steps.
5. Information for the Start of Classes is provided once admission is confirmed. An email is sent with information and instructions needed to connect to the classes. The guidance covers whether the student will participate in person, online, or at the residence. Start details may include login instructions, timetables, and orientation materials.
Scholarships
Scholarships or financial aid are not offered. The school is funded entirely through tuition fees and the services provided. Financing options are available to spread the course fee over time.
FAQs
What does Montessori British School Murcia offer?
Montessori British School Murcia is an international center in Murcia, Spain, blending Montessori-inspired learning with British curriculum elements. It serves students aged 3 to 18 and offers Campus/Day School in Murcia, online learning, and the Erd.
What age range?
Ages 3-18.
What are the fees?
Annual fees: EUR 1,500.
How many students?
Approximately 70 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?
Montessori British School Murcia is an international center in Murcia, Spain, blending Montessori-inspired learning with British curriculum elements..
