Spain, Valencia
Let the school know you're thinking of applying — they can share their prerequisites and help you through the process.
It's best to ask — circumstances can change at any time.
Benieu 9, Burjassot, Valencia. The school is situated in Burjassot, Valencia. Bus routes are planned each school year, stops are established for safety and service needs, and pick-up/drop-off schedules are provided at registration. An Early Birds service runs from 8:00 to 8:45 a.m.
EYFS (3-5), Primary (5-11), Secondary (11-16), International Baccalaureate (16-18)
The school is a British school offering instruction based on the National Curriculum of England and Wales
In-house school psychologists provide counselling, education, and mentoring; psychopedagogical services are available to support students' academic, social, emotional, and behavioural needs
United Kingdom
Bus routes are planned each year with stops established for safety; pick-up and drop-off schedules are provided at registration; families can monitor route location via a WhatsApp Community; punctuality is expected and if a student is not collected, they will be brought back to school
Registration & Reservation Fees
- Registration fee (one-off, non-refundable): EUR 1,015.
- For new Year 12 entrants (single registration): EUR 500 (one-off).
- Annual reservation / re-enrolment fee (paid in February to secure the place): EUR 165.
- Sibling discounts (apply only if all siblings are enrolled): 2nd sibling 10% discount; 3rd sibling 30% discount; 4th sibling free.
Tuition Fees (annual / per term / monthly)
- Nursery & Reception: Annual EUR 8,290; Per term (termly payment, divided by 3): EUR 2,763.33; Monthly (10-month instalment plan): EUR 829.00.
- Year 1 to Year 6: Annual EUR 8,610; Per term: EUR 2,870.00; Monthly (10 months): EUR 861.00.
- Year 7 to Year 8: Annual EUR 9,180; Per term: EUR 3,060.00; Monthly (10 months): EUR 918.00.
- Year 9 to Year 11: Annual EUR 9,650; Per term: EUR 3,216.67; Monthly (10 months): EUR 965.00.
- Year 12 (current intake noted): Annual EUR 9,990; Per term: EUR 3,330.00; Monthly (10 months): EUR 999.00.
Included in Tuition
- School insurance; psychopedagogical services; mandatory lunch service; daily consumables; Early Birds (from 8:00).
Not Included / Additional Costs
- Chromebook (school-selected), from Year 2: approximately EUR 500 (must be purchased through the school's online shop before the start of the school year).
- Personal items (textbooks, apps, individual technological resources), uniforms, extracurricular clubs and field trips.
- British external examination fees: Year 11 (IGCSE) approximately EUR 1,000/year; Year 12 and Year 13 (IB) approximately EUR 1,000/year; Year 6, 9 and 10 assessment tests approx EUR 50/year (exact amounts communicated before billing).
- ELE (Spanish as a Foreign Language) classes for non-Spanish-speaking pupils from Year 3 onward when required: 1st year EUR 400 for the full academic year (payable at enrolment; non-refundable); 2nd year EUR 400 (payable at reservation).
Transport (School Bus)
- Academic year (10 months): Roundtrip EUR 183 per month; One-way EUR 109 per month.
- Occasional / random months (single-month service): Roundtrip EUR 217; One-way EUR 145. One-time service (subject to availability): EUR 13.
Payment Options & Billing Schedule
- 10-instalment plan: available only via SEPA direct debit (charged on the 2nd day of each month from September to June). Monthly instalments are calculated by dividing the total annual tuition by 10 (equal payments).
- Annual or termly payments: accepted by bank transfer and must be paid in advance before the start of the year or term. Termly payments are processed as three term payments per academic year.
Discounts, Charges & Penalties
- Early payment discount: 2% discount for annual payments made in full by 1 September.
- Bank charge for declined bank transaction: EUR 30.
- Consequence of unpaid fees: suspension of contracted services until outstanding balance is settled.
Withdrawal & Refunds
- Registration fee: non-refundable.
- ELE first-year fee (EUR 400): non-refundable when charged at enrolment.
- Withdrawal notice: a 30-day notice is required to withdraw a pupil so that the following monthly payment is not charged.
- Absence policy: fees are not reduced or reimbursed for absence due to travel, illness, holidays, or any other reason.
Boarding
- Boarding provision: Day school only (no boarding facilities).
Other Financial Conditions
- Annual tuition increase: tuition will rise annually by CPI + 2% in line with Spanish labour regulations.
If you require these figures displayed in a particular numeric format for your database (for example all amounts rounded to whole euros), they are presented above with standard currency formatting (EUR and amounts).
Shackleton International School is a British-affiliated institution offering the National Curriculum of England and Wales, with Cambridge IGCSE and the IB Diploma Programme for ages 16 to 18. The school serves students aged 3 to 18 in Foundation Stage, Primary and Secondary, and is an IB World School. A German Curriculum supports multilingualism, with German taught daily and English immersion through Total English Teaching. The campus includes dedicated classrooms, laboratories, a STEAM area and a recently upgraded IT room; the science labs support hands-on experiments. The library supports reading and research, while a gym with a climbing wall, an auditorium, a rooftop for breaks and matches, and a dining hall enhance campus life. Extracurriculars include a Summer School for ages 3–15 and activities in performing arts, sports, and academics. The House System, inspired by Ernest Shackleton, reinforces leadership and collaboration throughout the school. Wellbeing and community engagement are central features.