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Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, IB (DP)
Taught languages Spanish, French
Typical class size 18
Strengths Sport, Visual and Creative Arts, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Located in Córdoba, The British School of Córdoba provides education for ages 2 to 18 as a day and boarding school. It delivers a British education in English under the English National Curriculum, aligned with Andalusia and Spain. Primary follows Key Stage 1 and 2, with core subjects and modules in History and Geography, Music, Art/Design and Technology, and language immersion in English and Spanish. In Secondary, students study the British curriculum through IGCSEs and A Levels; Year 13 pupils study A Levels, and most Year 12 pursue the IB Diploma. In Sixth Form, students can pursue IB Diploma or AS/A Levels, complemented by Unifrog and a Gatsby-style careers programme with university guidance. The school operates across two campuses about 500 meters apart, with a nursery, a modern Primary building and a spacious Secondary/Sixth Form complex, plus a Boarding House with 24/7 supervision and specialist labs and modern sports facilities.
The British School of Córdoba has 457 pupils, typical class sizes of 18, instruction in English.
Location
The British School of Córdoba is located in the northwest of Córdoba, Spain. The campus comprises two buildings about 500 metres apart, surrounded by gardens. The Boarding House, El Mirador del Británico, is in a quiet residential area nearby and is supervised 24/7 by House Parents. Visit address: C. México, 4, Nte. Sierra, 14012 Córdoba.
Stages
Foundation (3 to 5 years); Primary (5 to 11 years); Secondary (11 to 16 years); Sixth Form (16 to 18 years)
Type
Day and Boarding
Pupil Nationality Mix
A diverse community with many nationalities; the school aims for a balance between local and international families.
Country affiliation
British
School day structure
Morning service starts at 7:30; Classes run from 9:00 to 16:30 (winter); After-school activities start at 16:30.
Bus service
Bus routes cover most areas from which students travel.
Fees
Annual tuition at The British School of Córdoba ranges from EUR 0 for 2026/27.
Application / Admission fees
- The school requires a non‑refundable admission (right of admission) fee to reserve a place. The admission fee is charged at first enrolment and is not refundable under any circumstance.
- The school also charges a non‑refundable annual enrollment (matrícula) fee that must be paid to confirm a place for the year.
Tuition fees by year group (amounts and structure)
- Tuition is billed as a recurring school fee with different rates by year group (Early Years / Foundation, Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form). The school publishes separate charges for tuition, and additional optional services (transport, morning club, boarding) are billed separately.
- The school's published historical fee schedule (example figures previously used in public fee notices) included the following illustrative amounts (monthly basis, 10‑month schedule) for earlier academic years: Foundation (F1–F2) approximately EUR 537 per month; Years 1–6 approximately EUR 710 per month; Years 7–10 approximately EUR 710 per month; Year 11 approximately EUR 840 per month; Years 12–13 approximately EUR 840 per month. The same historical notices showed an admission fee in the region of EUR 2,306 and an annual enrollment fee around EUR 771. These figures are provided here only to show the typical fee categories and historical scale.
Per‑term / per‑year presentation
- The school normally expresses tuition as a monthly instalment (domiciled payments) over the school billing cycle (commonly 10 monthly instalments covering September to June) and also offers alternatives such as annual prepayment in some years. For reporting in an external database you should record both the annual equivalent and the monthly/term instalment option when the final current‑year figures are available.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- All invoicing is handled by direct debit (domiciliación bancaria). Invoices are presented at the start of each month (the school specifies presentation during the first five days of the month). Returned direct‑debit transactions incur an administrative charge (example: EUR 5).
- Standard instalment plan: ten monthly payments (September–June) is a recurring model the school uses; the school has also historically permitted payment by annual prepayment with a small discount. The school may allow staged payment of admission costs (example: a deposit and the balance by direct debit across instalments) subject to arrangement.
- Failure to pay: non‑payment of multiple monthly invoices can lead to suspension of the pupil's attendance, retention of academic records, and potential loss of the school place. The school requires families to keep payment details current and to provide 20 days' notice for any change to bank details to avoid rejected payments.
Boarding fees (where applicable)
- The school operates a boarding residence (El Mirador del Británico) close to campus and offers personalised boarding accommodation for international and resident students. Boarding covers supervised accommodation, meals, study spaces, pastoral support and a dedicated tutor. Specific boarding fee amounts are charged in addition to day‑school tuition; those boarding fees are billed separately as part of the overall package for boarding students.
Other costs and optional services
- School meals (comedor) are mandatory for pupils and are included or charged as a separate line depending on the student's programme. Some historical schedules show school‑meal charges included within certain year‑group package rates; in other cases meal charges are itemised. External exam/ homologation fees and university application fees (e.g., UCAS) are not included in standard tuition and must be paid in advance when required.
- Transport: the school operates optional school‑bus routes. Past published monthly transport rates (illustrative) included an approximate rate of EUR 135 per month for return journeys and EUR 94 per month for one‑way usage. Transport is an optional service contracted and billed in addition to tuition.
- Morning care (Aula Matinal): optional before‑school care has been offered historically with a monthly fee (example figure in previous notices around EUR 58 per month).
- Materials and books: the tuition fee generally includes standard school materials and insurance; exceptions typically include voluntary reading books and personal electronic devices which families must provide and pay for separately. Uniforms are required and are paid for by families according to the school's uniform policy.
Refunds and withdrawal
- Admission and enrollment (matrícula) fees are non‑refundable in all circumstances. No refunds are given for student absence due to illness or other causes. Any withdrawal from the school must be notified by email to the school's designated address with at least three months' notice; if three months' notice is not provided, the family remains liable for three months' fees from the date the school receives notice.
- In exceptional circumstances such as temporary or permanent closure of the school due to pandemic, terrorism or similar events, the school states it will not be responsible for refunding fees. Annual tuition can be subject to small exceptional increases (the school has previously set a cap on mid‑year increases of up to 5% in exceptional circumstances).
Accepted payment methods and practical payment details
- The school requires payment by direct debit to a Spanish bank account (families sign an authorisation form for domiciliación bancaria). Historical communications list specific bank accounts for transfers, and the school charges a small fee for returned direct‑debit transactions. For international families the school indicates flexible payment options are available to support international arrangements, and the international admissions team manages individual payment arrangements for boarding/international packages.
What the fees include and exclude (summary)
- Included (commonly): tuition delivery, most standard school materials, basic insurance, one routine sitting of Cambridge/Edexcel exams included within standard tuition in some years, pastoral care and administrative costs tied to schooling.
- Excluded (commonly): external homologation or official examination fees outside the included exam provision, university application fees (UCAS and similar), voluntary leisure books and individual electronic devices, and optional services such as transport, morning club and boarding (where applicable).
Concise note on availability of a current published price list
- The school publishes formal terms and conditions and information about payment processes and boarding, but a publicly accessible, fully itemised current‑year price list for tuition and boarding is not posted in a consistently accessible public PDF on the school site. The most recent fully itemised fee listing located in public sources dates from earlier years and third‑party school‑fee listings; the school confirms fees are reviewed annually and invoicing is handled via the school's admissions/parent portal. Where precise current‑year numeric rates are required for your external database, the school's admissions/finance contacts maintain the definitive current schedule.
Academics
The British School of Córdoba teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, IB (DP) for students aged 2 to 18.
Curriculum
The British School of Córdoba offers a comprehensive British education delivered in English, following the English National Curriculum with regional requirements of Andalusia and Spain. The Primary curriculum follows Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, with core subjects such as Reading, Writing, Mathematics and Science, and includes History and Geography, Music, Art/Design and Technology and Castellano. In Secondary, students study the British curriculum and progress to IGCSEs and A Levels; All Year 13 pupils currently follow the A level programme and most Year 12 pupils study the IB Diploma. The IB Diploma Programme is a two-year course for students aged 16 to 19, including core components Theory of Knowledge (TOK), the Extended Essay and Creativity, Activity and Service (CAS), and six subjects across groups. In Sixth Form, students can study the IB Diploma or AS/A Level qualifications, complemented by a university applications platform (Unifrog) and a Gatsby-style careers programme. The school provides university guidance to support transitions to higher education.
Student Teacher Ratio
The staff-pupil ratio is good throughout the school.
Exam Results
IB Diploma graduates achieved a 100% pass rate in 2025, with all graduates securing a place at university in Spain or abroad and an average IB score of 32.84 (vs global 30.58). One student achieved 41 points, placing them in the top 5% worldwide. A-Level students also achieved the results needed to move on to their chosen universities, and IGCSE results were strong, with the majority exceeding minimum ESO requirements and an overall pass rate of 80.4% across subjects.
Higher Education Progression
IB Diploma graduates achieved 100% university placement, with an average score of 32.84 and one student scoring 41 points; A-Level and IGCSE results supported progression to universities in Spain and abroad. The IB Diploma is recognized by universities worldwide, and the school provides comprehensive university guidance to support applications and transitions to higher education.
Gifted and Talented
Differentiation throughout the school ensures the more able are suitably challenged.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Pastoral care and emotional wellbeing are central to The British School of Córdoba. The school provides ongoing pastoral support through international mentors and a dedicated wellbeing program. An Educational Psychologist serves as a mentor for international students, supporting emotional, academic and social adjustment through individual meetings, wellbeing questionnaires and group sessions. The mentors work closely with the boarding team, academic tutors and families to ensure comprehensive follow‑up and a positive experience. Pupils are encouraged to talk to a trusted person about any worries, in a culture of openness, trust and transparency. The school's holistic approach fosters resilience, inclusion and personal growth across all year groups.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Students with a strong command of English can fully immerse in the British curriculum, while others can benefit from intensive English tuition tailored to their level. A dedicated Spanish tutor, experienced teachers and the pastoral care team provide academic, cultural and social support to international students throughout their journey. The International Study program offers language support options to help students adapt to the curriculum and integrate with peers. The International Mentors monitor language development and wellbeing during transition, ensuring a smooth progression to mainstream classes.
Mental Wellbeing
Mental wellbeing is supported through the school's pastoral care system and international mentors. An Educational Psychologist provides wellbeing support and individual and group sessions for students adjusting to life in Córdoba. The pastoral care team collaborates with families and staff to monitor emotional health and respond to concerns. Language and cultural adaptation support helps reduce stress and build confidence, contributing to a safe and supportive environment where students feel valued and cared for.
Safeguarding
The British School of Córdoba is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare, health (including mental health) and safety of its pupils, creating an open, safe, caring and supportive atmosphere. The school outlines staff responsibilities to act on concerns, including reporting to appropriate authorities within 24 hours of disclosure or suspicion. A Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and Deputy DSL oversee safeguarding procedures with trained staff and regular updates. The Board and leadership ensure safe recruitment practices and cooperation with external agencies as part of safeguarding. The policy defines harm and abuse and enforces a whole‑school approach to online safety, data handling and safeguarding records, with guidance provided to parents and pupils on obtaining support.
Admissions
Admissions
1. Initial contact and needs assessment. The admissions team takes the time to understand your child's needs and interests and designs your forthcoming steps around your family. A personalised admissions experience is provided from the outset. 2. Book a visit. Visits can be arranged throughout the academic year and tailored to your family's schedule. You may sit in on a class, meet the Headteacher, tour the facilities, or speak with current students and parents. 3. Request a place. Fill out the Application for a place and send the latest school grades and report for your child. The admissions team will review the application and guide you on next steps. 4. Visit the facilities. Arrange a guided tour of the school with the admissions manager or attend an Open Morning to see the school in action and experience the educational atmosphere. 5. Access test. Depending on the age of your child, a meeting with the relevant department director will assess your child's English level and abilities. 6. Offer of Place or waiting list. If the visit is positive and places are available, a formal offer is issued. If there are no places in the requested course, your child will be placed on the waiting list and you will be contacted as soon as a free place arises. 7. Admission documentation. If you accept the offer, complete the necessary admissions documentation and formalise the payment of the admission fee to secure the place. You will then pay the registration fee for the corresponding course. 8. Enrolment and optional services. After acceptance, complete the enrolment process and submit the Enrolment Form. Optional services include School Transport and Breakfast Club forms if you wish to use them.
Waitlist
If there are no places in the requested course, your child will be placed on the waiting list and you will be contacted as soon as a free place arises.
FAQs
What age range does The British School of Cordoba serve?
The school serves students aged 2 to 18 as both a day and boarding school. It covers Foundation, Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form on a campus in northwest Cordoba.
What curriculum does the school follow?
The English National Curriculum aligned with Andalusia and Spain. Students progress to IGCSEs, A Levels and the IB Diploma Programme. The 2025 IB cohort achieved 100% pass rate.
Is boarding available?
Yes. El Mirador del Britanico boarding house is in a quiet residential area near campus. It offers shared bedrooms, study areas, dining facilities and green outdoor spaces with 24/7 supervision.
What are the IB results?
100% pass rate in 2025 with an average of 32.84 (vs global 30.58). One student achieved 41 points, placing in the top 5% worldwide.
How much are the fees?
Monthly fees range from EUR 1,700 to EUR 4,690 per year. Non-refundable admission and annual enrolment fees apply. Contact admissions for exact amounts.
What languages are taught?
English is the main language of instruction. Spanish including Language, Social Studies, Natural Sciences, Geography and History. French from Year 6. Intensive English for non-native speakers.
What support is available for international students?
An Educational Psychologist serves as international mentor, supporting emotional, academic and social adjustment through individual meetings, wellbeing questionnaires and group sessions.
What are the campus facilities like?
Two buildings among gardens with three science labs, new art room, photographic studio, music studio with practice rooms, football field, gymnasium, volleyball court and American track.
When was the school founded?
Founded in 1998 by a group of parents. Started with 60 pupils on La Colecilla estate and moved to the current campus in 2003, inaugurated by the British Ambassador.
What extracurricular activities are offered?
Robotics, chess, music, theatre, modern singing, photography, visual arts, debating, choir, youth parliament and sports including golf, tennis, basketball and volleyball.
Are meals Mediterranean diet based?
Yes. Menus comply with nutritional recommendations and Mediterranean diet principles. Normal, Vegetarian, Gluten-free and other options are available by month.
Is a uniform required?
Yes for Years 2-11 with summer and winter editions. Sixth Form students do not wear uniform.
