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Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Leadership and Professional
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction
Situated near Marbella on the Costa del Sol, The English International College is a British international school for ages 3 to 18. It follows the National Curriculum for England and Wales, with the Primary School (ages 3–10) taught by qualified teachers and a Secondary section (11–16) supported by specialist subject teams. The Sixth Form leads to IGCSE and A Levels, and from January 2026 a two‑year Stepping Stones program expands to Years 3 and 4 to address English development and curriculum gaps. The school provides specialist spaces for Computing, Music and Physical Education, and offers languages including Spanish, French and German from age 3. The Horizons Programme in the Sixth Form develops university‑level skills through debating, public speaking and a Horizon Diploma. Notable features include LAMDA examinations, project‑based learning, charity initiatives and a strong extra‑curricular offering such as ski trips and clubs. The school has a long history of achievement.
Carr. de Cadiz, Km. 189, 5 (A7, 29604 Málaga, Spain
The Essentials
The English International College has 414 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English.
Location
Urbanizacion Ricmar, Cadiz-Malaga Road, Km 1035.5 (A7), 29604 Marbella, Malaga, Spain. The school is located on the Costa del Sol in Marbella, in the Ricmar area near El Rosario. It is accessible via the A7 coastal highway and local roads.
Stages
Primary School (ages 3-10); Secondary School (11-16); Sixth Form (16-18).
Type
British International School following the British curriculum with IGCSE and A Levels; Sixth Form.
Additional learning support
Stepping Stones is a two-year programme for Years 1–2 to help immersion in English and fill curriculum gaps, delivered in small groups by the Stepping Stones Coordinator and expanding to Years 3–4 from January 2026. Learning Support in Primary provides targeted small-group and one-to-one assistance, coordinated with teachers. Wellbeing and Counselling services, supported by an Educational Psychologist, support students' emotional health and learning needs.
Country affiliation
United Kingdom
Fees
Application fees - A Fee Schedule for the 2025/2026 academic year is published for the school; no specific, public amount for an application or registration fee is shown in the accessible fee materials.
Tuition fees (by year group and per term) - No definitive per-year-group or per-term numeric tuition figures are publicly available in the accessible 2025/2026 Fee Schedule materials. The school references a downloadable Fee Schedule 2025/2026 but the detailed PDF fee document could not be retrieved for exact numbers. - Independent local school guides and market summaries place EIC's annual tuition broadly in the mid-to-upper range for Marbella international schools; estimates published by local guides indicate typical annual tuition ranges for EIC from roughly EUR 5,500 to EUR 14,000 depending on year group and programme. These are third‑party market ranges and are not itemised term-by-term by the school in the accessible materials.
Billing schedule and payment terms - The school's admissions information indicates the normal admissions window and timing of enrolment activity (applications are typically submitted during the Spring term). There is no publicly posted, itemised billing schedule or explicit payment-term timetable (for example: exact term dates for invoicing, due‑dates, or late‑payment penalties) visible in the accessible fee materials.
Boarding fees (if applicable) - Boarding is not applicable to this school: external school directories and listings identify The English International College as a non‑boarding, day school (no weekly or full boarding places listed). Therefore there are no boarding fee charges for EIC.
Other costs and typical additional charges - School uniform: Uniforms are required and are to be purchased from the named supplier Uniformes Bahia Marbella; specific uniform items are listed and the school sells certain small items on campus (for example, EIC swim caps are sold at €10). No single total price for a full uniform set is published in the accessible materials. - Examination and assessment costs: The school runs IGCSE / A‑Level programmes and related exam sittings are referenced in news and curriculum pages; however, individual exam entry fees or per‑exam charges are not published in the accessible fee materials. - Canteen / meals, transport and extra‑curricular charges: the school provides canteen services, school transport routes and a wide extracurricular offer; specific prices for meals, transport routes or extracurricular programme fees are not publicly itemised in the accessible fee materials.
Refund information - No publicly accessible refund, withdrawal or fee‑reimbursement policy text (specific percentages, deadlines or conditions for refunds) is published in the accessible 2025/2026 fee materials. The formal Fee Schedule reference exists but the detailed refund/withdrawal clauses could not be located in the accessible documents.
Fee payment options - The accessible public pages do not list specific accepted payment methods (for example: which cards, online payment portals, or bank transfer details). No itemised list of accepted payment channels is available in the publicly accessible fee materials.
Summary of findings and gaps - I located the school's Fee Schedule 2025/2026 reference and admissions material but the downloadable detailed fee PDF could not be retrieved successfully, and the public pages do not include the granular per‑year, per‑term numeric fee table you requested. - I confirmed the school is a day school (no boarding fees) and gathered firm public details about uniform supplier and small item pricing (e.g., swim caps €10). - Where the school's public pages list services (exams, transport, canteen, extracurriculars) the specific charges, term totals and billing schedule are not published in those accessible documents; local third‑party guides provide broad annual fee ranges for the school but do not supply a term‑by‑term billing breakdown.
If you need the exact numeric tuition and term‑by‑term figures, the school's admissions Fee Schedule 2025/2026 is the stated source of those numbers but the detailed PDF was not retrievable from the public link; the accessible public pages do not contain the per‑year, per‑term fee table requested.
Academics
The English International College teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels for students aged 3 to 18.
Curriculum
The school teaches the British curriculum. The Primary School (ages 3–10) is staffed by qualified and experienced teachers. It offers a balanced, broadly-based curriculum comparable with top British primary schools. Secondary School serves ages 11–16, with smaller class sizes to enable individual attention. The Sixth Form combines high academic aspirations with an engaging classroom environment. Stepping Stones is a two-year programme for Year 1 and 2 that addresses English language development and curriculum gaps; from January 2026 it expands to Year 3 and 4.
Student Teacher Ratio
Small class sizes with a maximum of twenty students per class.
Exam Results
Examination results include A Level results and GCSE results. Past results are listed by year, including 2025 and 2024. Recent announcements highlight high achievement in Edexcel examinations.
Higher Education Progression
Our consistent success at A Level over the last 40 years has seen graduates progress to universities worldwide, including Oxbridge, Imperial, LSE and UCL in the UK, plus universities in the USA, Canada, Spain, Ireland, Belgium, Switzerland, the Netherlands and Sweden. A Levels continue to be the proven path to a global future. The school emphasises A Level study as a gateway to international higher education.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The English International College follows the British curriculum and places happiness and well-being at the center of learning. Students are encouraged to be inquisitive, independent learners who express their ideas with tolerance and respect. Strong working relationships between teachers and students support a caring, supportive environment in which learners feel able to question, take risks and seek help. The school emphasises developing confidence and social-emotional skills alongside academic achievement.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The Learning Support Team works across all phases to ensure every student has the tools, confidence and guidance they need to thrive academically, socially and emotionally. No two learners are the same, and provision reflects this with a range of specialist programmes and services. Stepping Stones helps younger students build foundations in English and core subjects, with tailored Learning Support sessions throughout the Primary years. A dedicated Wellbeing and Counselling service supports emotional health, while an Educational Psychologist works with staff, students and families to create evidence-based strategies. Empathy, Integrity and Community underpin Each student reaches their goals through the EIC values.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Stepping Stones is a two-year programme for Years 1 and 2 designed to immerse students in the English language and address curriculum gaps so they can access the National Curriculum. The programme is delivered in small groups and tailored to individual needs, focusing on English and Maths while integrating students into the wider curriculum. Initially five days a week, Stepping Stones expands and adapts as students progress toward full participation in the main classroom.
Mental Wellbeing
The school fosters a positive environment where kindness, respect and inclusion are central. The Wellbeing and Counselling service supports the emotional, behavioural and social development of students, providing a safe, confidential space to express thoughts and feelings and to develop coping skills. Workshops and seminars for year groups, parents and staff support wellbeing, alongside the Educational Psychologist's work to personalise learning and promote resilience.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding aims to ensure appropriate action is taken in a timely manner to safeguard and promote children's welfare.
Admissions
Admissions
Make an enquiry about a place at EIC. Contact the admissions team at +34 952 831 058. The enquiry starts the admissions process. Submit a copy of your child's last two school reports. This submission is part of the admissions process. Visit us for a tour of the campus. The visit provides an opportunity to meet relevant staff. You can ask questions relating to your child's interests. All applications are traditionally submitted during the Spring term (January to March). We also accommodate applications throughout the year.
FAQs
What age range does The English International College serve?
The school serves students aged 3 to 18, covering Primary, Secondary and Sixth Form. It has been on the Costa del Sol near Marbella since 1982.
What curriculum does the school follow?
The National Curriculum for England and Wales leading to IGCSE and A Levels. A Stepping Stones programme supports English immersion for younger students.
Where do graduates go to university?
Over 40 years, graduates have attended Oxbridge, Imperial, LSE, UCL and universities in the USA, Canada, Spain, Ireland, Belgium, Switzerland, the Netherlands and Sweden.
What is the Stepping Stones programme?
A two-year programme for Years 1-2 (expanding to Years 3-4 from January 2026) helping students immerse in English and fill curriculum gaps in small groups with targeted support.
How large are the classes?
Maximum 20 students per class. Small class sizes enable individual attention from specialist subject teachers across all phases.
Does the school have wellbeing support?
Yes. A dedicated Wellbeing and Counselling service provides a safe, confidential space for emotional, behavioural and social development. The Learning Support Team works across all phases.
Is a uniform required?
Yes. Polo shirts, grey shorts/skirts, navy jumper and jacket, PE kit. Purchased from Uniformes Bahia Marbella.
What enrichment programmes are offered?
LAMDA acting and public speaking, Horizons Debating, Protostar and Star Awards, inter-house Cross Country, and after-school sports and clubs.
Is the school a charitable trust?
Yes. Founded in 1982, it became an educational charitable trust in 1997, overseen by a board including legal and financial expertise.
What languages are taught?
Spanish is compulsory in Key Stage 4 alongside English. French and German are offered as options. Spanish and French taught from Upper Primary.
How do I apply?
Contact admissions at +34 952 831 058 or email admissions@eic.edu. Submit last two school reports. Visit for a campus tour. Assessment follows.
Does the school have a PTA?
Yes. The PTA works with families and staff to enrich school life, connect families and create opportunities for students.
