The Benalmádena International College

Nueva Torrequebrada, Calle Catamarán, s/n, 29630 Benalmádena Costa, Málaga, Spain. The campus is just 300 metres from the beach and spans 17,500 m2 across four buildings.

Preschool / Early Years; Primary; Secondary; Sixth Form

Private school following the UK national curriculum (British educational program).

Over 300 students and 53/54 nationalities.

UK-affiliated education (British curriculum).

The Benalmádena International College offers a comprehensive journey from Nursery through Sixth Form, following the UK National Curriculum complemented by elements of the Spanish curriculum. Early Years Foundation Stage (Nursery and Reception) focuses on building foundational skills through play-based learning. Primary School (Years 1–6) provides a broad, balanced programme including English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities, Arts and Physical Education, with emphasis on critical thinking. Secondary School (Years 7–11) expands the subject range with English, Mathematics and Science as core subjects, alongside Humanities, Languages, Arts and Technology. Sixth Form (Years 12–13) offers A-Level courses with individualized guidance to prepare for higher education or vocational pathways.

Academic results are well above the UK average. This level of attainment supports university placement worldwide.

Academic attainment enables admission to universities worldwide. The college notes that students secure places at universities around the world.

The Benalme1dena International College promotes the holistic growth of students by combining the International Baccalaureate with the British curriculum to support both academic and personal development. The school emphasizes personal development alongside academic achievement and fosters an inclusive, stimulating learning environment guided by core values of academic excellence, integrity, respect and diversity. Extracurricular activities complement the curriculum and help students develop leadership, empathy and resilience. The school supports pupils on their educational and personal journey, offering a setting where they can learn, grow and thrive. Emotional and social development is supported through targeted SEN provision and regular meetings with the SENCO, as part of a broader approach to student wellbeing.

The SEN policy explains how the school will support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities in line with the SEND Code of Practice and local regulations. The SENCO is Julie Tyreman and coordinates SEN provision, working with staff, parents and external agencies to ensure appropriate support and high-quality teaching. A pupil has SEN if they have a learning difficulty or disability requiring special educational provision. The school uses a graduated approach with Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and reviews progress regularly, adapting provision as needed. The school differentiates the curriculum and provides additional support, including staffing and resources, and collaborates with external services to support pupils with SEN so they can engage in all school activities. Contact details for SEN support and safeguarding leads are published and the policy is reviewed annually.

The EAL policy outlines practices to support learners for whom English is an additional language and to ensure access to a broad, balanced curriculum. Aims include promoting equality of opportunity and helping EAL students reach their full potential. Pupil grouping is considered by cognitive level, with Spanish language development facilitated alongside English through dedicated language lessons, and provision of age-appropriate, linguistically and culturally suitable resources. The policy requires language and literacy to be taught within context across subjects, with strategies such as visuals and bilingual support to aid access to learning. Staff receive professional development in EAL pedagogy, and there is active liaison with parents to support home learning and provide bilingual information for events. Beginner EAL learners are integrated into mainstream teaching to develop fluency, aided by targeted classroom strategies and parental involvement.

Mental health is recognized as part of the school2
cutes safeguarding and welfare commitments, with aims to safeguard and promote the welfare, health (including mental health) and safety of pupils. The safeguarding policy explicitly supports emotional and social development and includes mechanisms for pupils to talk to trusted adults and to seek help. The school maintains a zero-tolerance approach to bullying and provides support for emotional and social development through SEN provision and pastoral structures. The designated safeguarding leads, together with ongoing staff training, coordinate safeguarding across the school and liaise with external agencies when needed. Designated safeguarding contacts and emergency protocols are published to ensure timely responses to concerns.

Safeguarding and Child Protection is a formal policy aimed at preventing harm and promoting welfare, health and safety for all pupils. The policy outlines three primary aims: prevent harm, protect pupils from harm, and support pupils and staff when safeguarding incidents occur. It requires robust recruitment, excellent pastoral care, open communication, and a culture of reporting concerns to designated safeguarding leads. The school designates a Safeguarding Lead and Deputy Safeguarding Lead, with clear contact details and roles for escalation to external agencies when necessary. It aligns with Keeping Children Safe in Education (UK guidance) and Junta de Andalucía procedures, and provides local and national safeguarding contacts and emergency numbers (e.g., Emergencies 112). The policy also covers low-level concerns, disciplinary processes, safeguarding training, and safe recruitment practices.

1. Download and complete the Admission Form after accepting our privacy policy. The form is available in the Admissions section and must be signed. The data protection information is included, and the data will be processed by The Benalme1dena International College to respond to the information request and to provide the contracted service. The data will be kept for as long as the contractual relationship is maintained and for the period required to comply with legal obligations.

2. Prepare the required documentation: birth certificate, pupil and parent/guardian passports or IDs, and vaccination record. Create a digital folder with the pupils name to store all documents so they can be sent together in a single email. Ensure all documents are clear and legible when attaching to the email to avoid delays. Include any additional documents requested by the Admissions team.

3. Email the completed form along with the required documentation using a clear subject line and a brief message following the schools suggested format to ensure a prompt response. The Admissions team will acknowledge receipt and outline the next steps.

4. When the school has received all information, they will contact you to continue with the admissions process. Follow the guidance provided by the Admissions team regarding any further information or actions needed. Additional information or clarification may be requested to complete the assessment.

5. Interview and school visit: The Admissions team will arrange a visit and interview, during which questions will be addressed and course details explained. This visit provides an opportunity to discuss the curriculum, pastoral support and integration into the school community. Parents and guardians are encouraged to participate and observe the learning environment.

6. Sign the School and Parent Agreement: The agreement sets out the commitments of the school, the student and the family. Read carefully and clarify any questions before signing. After signing, the school will provide guidance on the next steps for enrolment and transition.

Waiting lists are established in the event of a course reaching maximum capacity.