Spain, Alicante
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Entrance is not determined by an entrance exam; the school assesses students within the first few days after joining so they can settle in and make friends. Class sizes are kept small to provide individualized attention. For Primary, Secondary and College, use the application form provided to begin the admissions process.
Registration requires a completed application form and supporting documents. Include one passport-sized photograph; copies of the pupil's passport/NIE/residencia; copies of the parents' passport/NIE/residencia; a copy of the SIP card (social security) or private medical insurance; a copy of Certificado Medico Escolar; a copy of Padron dated within 3 months; and a copy of the previous school report. These documents accompany the application to proceed with enrolment.
Financial terms and conditions include a non-refundable registration fee payable on completing the application form and a deposit of €575 payable on enrolment. The deposit is used should you default on payment. Monthly fees are due by the 5th of each month; after the 5th a 5% surcharge applies, and non-payment by the 12th can result in exclusion until payment is made. A 10% sibling discount is available for families with two or more children; a €100 retention fee is charged in May to guarantee a place in September; textbooks and uniforms are purchased by parents; external examination fees are charged prior to exams; and the registration fee is non-refundable.
Phoenix School is a British international school located in San Miguel de Salinas on the Costa Blanca, Spain. It serves students from age 3 to 18, organized into Early Years/Preschool, Primary, Secondary, and College, with small class sizes no more than fifteen. The curriculum follows the British National Curriculum, including EYFS in early years and Edexcel/Pearson examinations for IGCSE and A level pathways; NABSS accreditation and Edexcel Approved Centre status are noted. Facilities include an outdoor playground, a school restaurant with hot lunches and a tuck shop, and a campus that emphasizes sport, with swimming, team games, dance, gymnastics, and athletics in the Primary Department. The school fosters language development through English and Spanish events and a multilingual environment. It encourages community involvement through parent volunteering and fundraising, and runs events such as a cricket tournament and productions. The timetable supports well-being and eating, and technology is embedded across learning.