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Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, French Curriculum
Taught languages English, Spanish, French, Portuguese
Typical class size 25
Strengths STEM, Languages, Sport
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Community and Service
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
OCastro British International School in Vigo, Galicia, is a private, secular international school for ages 3–18. It delivers the English National Curriculum from early years through Sixth Form, with Key Stage 3 and a two-year IGCSE; A-Levels in the final years. From day one, English is the language of instruction, supported by a multilingual programme in Spanish, Galician and French. The campus sits on 33,000 m2 of grounds, featuring ICT rooms, science labs, two libraries, a ballet studio and a psychomotor suite. Outdoor spaces include nature trails, outdoor classrooms, plus a 2,000 m2 sports centre and an artificial grass pitch for rugby or football. The school offers 30+ after-school activities, with strengths in STEM (Robotics, 3D Design, App Development), languages (Languages and Chinese, international exchanges) and sport. It participates in WWF, Eco-Schools and the Duke of Edinburgh Award, fostering global citizenship. Founded in 2008, it is recognised by universities worldwide.
Camiño de San Cosme, 1, 36419 San Pedro De Cela, Pontevedra, Spain
The Essentials
O Castro British International School has 707 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English, Spanish.
Location
Located in Vigo, Galicia, Spain. Address: Camíño de San Cosme nº 1, 36419 San Pedro De Cela (Mos), Pontevedra. It is a private, secular, international school for children aged three to 18 with a multilingual programme and full immersion in English from day one.
Stages
Early Years (Nursery and Reception); Primary School (Key Stages 1 and 2); Secondary School (Key Stage 3 in Years 7–9, then a two-year IGCSE programme); Sixth Form (A-Level).
Type
Private, secular, international school.
Additional learning support
SEN Department provides inclusive education available to all students and families from Nursery through Year 13; support is delivered through classroom guidelines and specific interventions, with withdrawal or in-class support as appropriate; the team works with external professionals to coordinate provision and supports examination access arrangements.
Country affiliation
United Kingdom (British International School; follows the English National Curriculum).
Religious affiliation
Secular.
School day structure
School day runs 9:00–18:00. Breakfast club starts at 08:00 and after-school club operates 16:20–18:10, depending on family needs.
Bus service
Comprehensive school bus network with more than 12 routes across Vigo and the metropolitan area, including Cangas, Moaña, Pontevedra and A Cañiza; a new route covers Baixo Miño and the Portugal border (A Guarda, Tui, Goián, Tomiño). For detailed information, email bus@bisocastro.com.
Fees
Annual tuition at O Castro British International School ranges from EUR 5,450 to EUR 8,700 for 2026/27.
Overview of billing and what tuition covers
- School fees are charged as an annual tuition for each year group and are paid in 10 monthly instalments. Discounts are available for early payment. The annual tuition is stated to include school and liability insurance, psychological and pre‑university counselling, school materials, one extracurricular activity, individual student monitoring, afternoon wrap‑around care for work‑life balance, digital learning provision across stages and an optional healthy snack for Early Years and Primary pupils.
One‑time and annual mandatory fees
- Admission (one‑time, new pupils): EUR 670. - Annual re‑enrolment / reservation fee (paid each year): EUR 275 per year.
Tuition fees by school stage (annual, monthly and per‑term breakdowns) - Early Years (3–4 years) - Annual tuition: EUR 5,450. - Monthly (10 instalments): EUR 545.00. (calculated: EUR 5,450 ÷ 10). - Per term (three academic terms; calculated): EUR 1,816.67 (EUR 5,450 ÷ 3).
- Key Stage 5 / Sixth Form (Years 12–13; 16–17 years) - Annual tuition: EUR 8,700. - Monthly (10 instalments): EUR 870.00. (calculated). - Per term (calculated): EUR 2,900.00.
Additional services and charges (paid separately)
- School canteen (lunch): EUR 1,890 per year. Monthly (10 instalments): EUR 189.00; Per term (calculated): EUR 630.00. - Individual day (single day attendance / ad‑hoc day): EUR 15 per day. - Breakfast Club (07:30–08:30): EUR 69 per month. - Early arrival (07:30–08:30 option): EUR 46 per month. - English language extra support (optional): EUR 3.50 per day. - Extra‑curricular session packages (monthly): 3 sessions/week EUR 120 per month; 4 sessions/week EUR 180 per month; 5 sessions/week EUR 200 per month; 8 sessions/week EUR 360 per month. - Wrap‑around care / after‑school club (until 18:00) is available and charged separately where applicable. - Transport (school bus routes) is managed as a separate service and is charged in addition to tuition; route details and charges are provided through the school's transport information. - Uniforms are sold through the on‑site uniform shop; uniform costs are paid separately.
Sibling discounts and concessions
- Sibling (tuition) grants are applied as follows: 2nd sibling – 20% discount on tuition; 3rd sibling – 40%; 4th sibling – 70%; 5th sibling – 100%.
Taxes
- The published prices do not include taxes.
Billing schedule and payment terms (details)
- Annual tuition is payable in 10 monthly instalments (the published schedule uses a 10‑month instalment model). An early‑payment discount (noted at −2%) is available where the applicable conditions for early payment are met. Admission and re‑enrolment fees are charged separately as noted above.
Boarding
- No boarding or residential programme is listed among the school's services; boarding fees are not applicable. The school operates as a day school with canteen, transport and wrap‑around services.
Refunds and cancellations
- No explicit refund or fee‑cancellation terms are published in the school's publicly available fee materials (the annual fee schedule and school fee summary do not include detailed refund/cancellation clauses). Families should obtain the school's full contractual payment and refund terms when completing enrolment.
Payment methods
- The published fee materials describe the instalment structure and early‑payment discount but do not list specific accepted payment methods (for example, bank transfer or credit/debit card). The accepted payment methods and bank details are not included in the publicly posted fee summary.
Notes on the figures presented here
- Annual tuition figures and the specific prices for canteen and optional services are taken from the school's published fee schedule. The monthly instalment figures are calculated on the basis that the annual tuition is paid in 10 monthly instalments (annual ÷ 10) as stated in the school's billing model; per‑term figures shown above are calculated values (annual ÷ 3) to provide a term‑by‑term equivalent. All figures are stated in EUR and exclude taxes.
Academics
O Castro British International School teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE, French Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
The school follows the English National Curriculum for children aged 3–18. It has full immersion in English from day one and a multilingual programme including Spanish, Galician and French. Early Years and Primary School develop foundational literacy and numeracy while nurturing social and emotional skills. In Secondary, students follow Key Stage 3 (Years 7–9) before a two-year IGCSE programme culminating in examinations. In the final two years, Sixth Form, students study A-Levels in chosen subjects.
Exam Results
IGCSE results show a clear upward trend. In 2023, 81% of students achieved A-C across all subjects. In 2024, 55% achieved A-B. In 2025, 56% achieved A-B and 81% achieved A-C.
Higher Education Progression
University destinations include Lancaster University, King's College London, UCL (London), Imperial College, University of Edinburgh, University of Stirling, University of Brighton, Lindenwood University (USA), Universidad de Santiago de Compostela, Universidad de Barcelona, Universidad Carlos III (Madrid), University of York, Universidad de Vigo, TU Delft, Purdue University (USA) and the University of Manchester.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
PSHE is delivered by tutors in Secondary and by class teachers in Primary to develop communication, mental resilience and independence. The tutors and class teachers form part of the Pastoral System and work with the SEN Team and School Counsellor to support students' emotional and social development and wellbeing. All staff contribute to creating a secure, happy and confident school environment.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school has a Special Educational Needs (SEN) Department with a SENCO and SEN Team. The SEN Team works with tutors and the School Counsellor to support students in their studies and with challenges they may face in or out of school, helping with mental health and wellbeing.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school has a multilingual educational programme that offers full immersion in English from day one.
Mental Wellbeing
The SEN Team and School Counsellor support students' mental health and wellbeing. PSHE and the pastoral system help students develop emotional resilience.
Safeguarding
All staff are regularly trained in safeguarding and the school has clear policies to ensure the school is a safe and secure place. The Safeguarding Team is led by the Designated Safeguarding Lead and includes Primary and Secondary Safeguarding Coordinators.
Admissions
Admissions
The school is currently accepting applications for students across all age groups. You can book a personalised tour via Book a Visit. Open Days information is available. All details of the application process are on How to Apply, including the necessary forms. Fees are published for the school year. A brochure can be downloaded, and answers to common questions are available in the FAQ.
FAQs
What does O Castro British International School offer?
OCastro British International School in Vigo, Galicia, is a private, secular international school for ages 3–18. It delivers the English National Curriculum from early years through Sixth Form, with Key Stage 3 and a two-year IGCSE; A-Levels in the f.
What age range?
Ages 3-18.
What are the fees?
Annual fees: EUR 5,450 to EUR 8,700.
How many students?
Approximately 707 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?
OCastro British International School in Vigo, Galicia, is a private, secular international school for ages 3–18. It delivers the English National Curr.
