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Willow International School

Spain, Alicante

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees €5,520 - 12,300
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 87
Type Co-educational
Opened 2020
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE
Taught languages Spanish
Typical class size 12
Strengths Sport, Languages, Academic Enrichment
Clubs Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Willow International School is a UK National Curriculum school in Ciudad Quesada, Alicante, delivering the British Curriculum under Pearson Edexcel IGCSE for ages 3 to 18. The school uses the Early Years Foundation Stage in Reception, Primary through Key Stages 1–2, Secondary through Key Stages 3–4, and an A‑Level College for post‑16 study, offering a pathway to UK, European, and international universities. Instruction is in English, with strong Spanish language learning in a multicultural, nurturing environment. Facilities are climate‑controlled, with interactive whiteboards and Wi‑Fi; a dedicated primary building provides independent bathrooms and play areas; a playground supports early learning. Sports facilities include a 7‑a‑side artificial pitch with basketball and volleyball courts. Partnerships extend to a full‑size football pitch, tennis courts, an indoor gym, and an outdoor swimming facility. ICT suites support technology‑enhanced teaching; remote learning via Microsoft Teams. After‑school clubs include Spanish Conversation, Board Game, and English Additional Language.

Av. del Mar, 2b, 03170 Cdad. Quesada, Alicante, Spain

The Essentials

Willow International School has 87 pupils, typical class sizes of 12, instruction in English.

Location
The Willow International School is located at Avenida del Mar 2b, Local 6-7 Pueblo Bravo, 03170, Alicante, Spain. It is a UK National Curriculum School based in Ciudad Quesada, Alicante. It sits in the Pueblo Bravo neighbourhood of Ciudad Quesada, Alicante. The school delivers the British Curriculum in English, with strong Spanish language learning and a nurturing, multicultural environment.

Stages
Early Years – Reception (Age 3-5) follows the Early Years Foundation Stage. Primary Education covers Key Stage 1 & Key Stage 2. Secondary Education covers Key Stage 3 & Key Stage 4. A-Level Education provides Sixth Form.

Type
UK National Curriculum School.

Additional learning support
Pastoral care and wellbeing support are provided, including Primary School Support with a dedicated pastoral and wellbeing leader, and Secondary School Support with a designated tutor and PSHE-based guidance.

Country affiliation
United Kingdom.

Religious affiliation
Christian values are integrated from an ecumenical perspective; religion is part of the SMSC provision with opt-out on request.

School day structure
Registration 8:30 AM – 9:15 AM; Lesson 1 9:15 AM – 10:00 AM; Lesson 2 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM; Break 10:45 AM – 11:00 AM; Lesson 3 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM; Lesson 4 11:45 AM – 12:30 PM; Lunch 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM; Lesson 5 1:30 PM – 2:15 PM; Lesson 6 2:15 PM – 3:00 PM; Extra Curricula Activities 3:00 PM – Various.
Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement
Uniform is compulsory. Uniform items can be ordered online for 2025/2026 from the official supplier. Girls may wear skirts with detachable straps or long trousers; boys may wear long trousers or shorts. Primary pupils wear plain black shorts or bottoms for PE with a white and black PE top; PE long trousers and the tracksuit jacket are not compulsory.

Food Options
School meals are provided and compulsory for Primary. Meals are nutritious with an 8-week rotating menu. Primary KS1 lunch costs 5.00 euros and KS2 lunch 5.50 euros per day; Secondary lunch costs 6.95 euros per day. Packed lunches are allowed for KS3/KS4, and Year 10–13 may leave campus during lunch; there is no option to heat food on site.
Fees

Annual tuition at Willow International School ranges from EUR 5,520 to EUR 12,300 for 2026/27.

Application & Registration Fees

- Enrolment / one-time administration (registration) fee: €600, payable at registration. This fee is non‑refundable and secures a pupil's place once paid.

Tuition fees (published monthly amounts; billed September–June)

- Primary 1 (Sparrows): €552 per month. Annual equivalent (10 months, September–June): €5,520. Per school term (annual divided by three terms): €1,840.

- Primary 2 (Robins): €552 per month. Annual equivalent: €5,520. Per term: €1,840.

- Primary 3 (Owls): €578 per month. Annual equivalent: €5,780. Per term: €1,926.67.

- KS3 (Key Stage 3): €600 per month. Annual equivalent: €6,000. Per term: €2,000.

- KS4 (Key Stage 4): €615 per month. Annual equivalent: €6,150. Per term: €2,050.

- AS / A2 (Sixth Form) teaching: €225 per subject per month (fee shown in the school fee schedule under cohort tuition). For reference, this charge is applied per subject taken. Annual and term totals will depend on the number of subjects and months enrolled.

Additional compulsory / annual fees and resources

- Platform & Microsoft licence fee: €350 annually, due by 1 June. This covers digital platforms (including White Rose Maths provision, English SPaG, and Spanish provision in Primary).

- Annual registration fee for continuing (current) students: €200, payable by 1 June.

- Textbooks for KS3/KS4: parents receive an ISBN booklist by 1 June each year and are responsible for purchasing required textbooks.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition is payable monthly from September through June (10 monthly instalments). Additional annual charges (platform licence, continuing‑student registration) are due by 1 June. The one‑time registration/enrolment fee is payable at the time of registration.

- A place is confirmed only when registration and resource/enrolment fees are paid. Parents must notify the school by 1 June if their child will not be returning in September.

Boarding

- Boarding is not offered by this school (the school operates as a day school).

Other costs (uniforms, meals, extracurriculars, transport)

- Uniform: All official uniform items for the school year must be purchased through the school's approved supplier; orders are placed online through the approved retailer. Uniform items are compulsory (with limited exceptions for some PE items). Parents should budget for a full uniform set per child.

- School meals (compulsory for Primary): KS1 lunch cost: €5.00 per day; KS2 lunch cost: €5.50 per day; Secondary lunch cost: €6.95 per day. Budget for daily lunch charges where applicable.

- Curriculum resources & textbooks: Parents are responsible for purchasing required KS3/KS4 textbooks from the provided ISBN lists. Additional charges for optional trips, activities, or external exam fees may apply when relevant.

Refund information

- The enrolment / registration administration fee of €600 is explicitly non‑refundable. No separate published refund schedule for tuition instalments or other fees is provided in the available fee information; withdrawal notification by 1 June is required for changes to the following September intake.

Fee payment options

- The school's published fee pages and policies list the amounts and due dates but do not specify the accepted payment methods (credit card, bank transfer, etc.) in the publicly available fee summary. Contact the school office directly for the school's accepted payment channels and any bank details or card‑processing arrangements.

Brief note on available information

- The school publishes monthly tuition rates (September–June), the one‑time registration fee (non‑refundable), the annual platform licence charge and continuing‑student registration charge, the requirement to notify the school by 1 June for withdrawal, uniform purchasing arrangements, and per‑day meal charges. No boarding charges are published because boarding is not offered. Specific detail on accepted payment methods and a detailed published refund schedule for tuition instalments were not provided in the publicly available fee documents.
Academics

Willow International School teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge (Secondary), Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge International AS Levels, Cambridge A Levels, Pearson Edexcel IGCSE for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum
The school is a UK National Curriculum School based in Ciudad Quesada, Alicante. The British Curriculum is taught in English, with strong Spanish language learning and a nurturing, multicultural environment. Reception (Age 3-5) follows the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum; Primary Education covers Key Stage 1 & 2; Secondary Education covers Key Stage 3 & 4; and A-Level College provides Sixth Form.

Student Teacher Ratio
Small class sizes.

Exam Results
OFSTED 2024 Inspection Report rated OUTSTANDING.

Higher Education Progression
There is a smooth pathway to UK, European, and global universities.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Pastoral Care provides guidance and support for pupils. Primary pupils are supported by the class teacher and a learning assistant, with a dedicated pastoral and wellbeing leader coordinating care within the curriculum and assembly programme. In the Secondary School, a designated tutor-group teacher supports the academic and social welfare of each group, with the PSHE programme, year group assemblies, and the daily tutor period. Senior staff oversee the PSHE programme and broader pastoral care, with ongoing staff training to ensure effective guidance. The school emphasises strong home–school communication through newsletters, handbooks, and parent consultation opportunities.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school has a Special Educational Needs & Disability Policy. SEN support is provided through the class teacher and learning assistant model, with the pastoral and wellbeing team coordinating provision to meet pupils' needs within the curriculum.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The school delivers the British Curriculum in English and includes strong Spanish language learning. Native-level English education is provided. Small class sizes and personalised learning support pupils' progress.

Mental Wellbeing
Pastoral care includes a wellbeing leader who works with staff to support pupil wellbeing. In the Secondary School, PSHE supports mental wellbeing and social development. Regular communication with families via newsletters and reports supports student wellbeing.

Safeguarding
The school has a School Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy updated September 2, 2024. Related safeguarding policies include Health & Safety, First Aid, and Preventing & Tackling Bullying.
Parent Experience

Community
Willow International School is a UK National Curriculum school based in Ciudad Quesada, Alicante. The school delivers the British Curriculum in English with strong Spanish language learning within a nurturing, multicultural environment. OFSTED 2024 inspection is noted on the site, conducted by Penta International. The site features a Recent News section that highlights announcements, events, and achievements, reflecting the school community.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Friends of Willow is the school's parent-teacher association. EUROMARINA is listed as part of Friends of Willow, and Barbara Cobos is named in connection with the association.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
Willow International School provides modern, high-quality facilities that enhance learning and support development. Classrooms and common areas are climate-controlled to ensure a comfortable environment year-round. Each classroom is equipped with state-of-the-art interactive whiteboards and reliable Wi-Fi. There is a dedicated primary building with well-equipped classrooms, independent bathrooms, and access to play areas. The infant playground offers high-quality equipment and safe surfaces for outdoor play.

Sports Facilities
On-campus sports amenities include a 7-a-side artificial pitch with integrated basketball and volleyball courts. Through partnerships with outside agencies, sports facilities are expanded to include a full-size football pitch, tennis courts, an indoor gymnasium, and an outdoor swimming facility. These facilities enable a wide range of sports and physical activities for students throughout the year.

Academic Facilities
ICT facilities include a dedicated ICT suite with printing facilities, with primary pupils beginning use from Year 5 as part of the transition programme. Interactive whiteboards and reliable Wi-Fi support technology-enhanced teaching in classrooms. Remote learning is supported via Microsoft Teams to ensure continuity when needed.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Extra Curricular Activities at Willow International School enrich the student experience and foster personal growth, creativity, and teamwork. Spanish Conversation Club meets Mondays from 3:00 to 3:30 PM. Board Game Club meets Tuesdays from 3:00 to 3:30 PM. English Additional Language Club meets Wednesdays from 3:00 to 3:30 PM. Storybook Creating Club meets Thursdays from 3:00 to 3:30 PM. These clubs provide opportunities to practice languages, develop thinking skills, and collaborate with peers.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
Willow International School is a UK National Curriculum school based in Ciudad Quesada, Alicante. The British Curriculum is delivered in English, with strong Spanish language learning. Early Years follows the Early Years Foundation Stage, Primary covers Key Stage 1 and 2, Secondary covers Key Stage 3 and 4, and there is an A-Level College for post-16 study. It provides a pathway to UK, European, and global universities.

Arts & Creative
Extra Curricular Activities provide enrichment beyond the classroom. The program includes Spanish Conversation Club, Board Game Club, English Additional Language Club, and Storybook Creating Club. These activities foster creativity, teamwork, and storytelling.

Cultural & Language
Spanish Conversation Club helps practice Spanish; English Additional Language Club supports improving English; The British Curriculum is delivered in English with strong Spanish language learning.

Social & Hobbies
Recreational clubs include Board Game Club and Storybook Creating Club, providing opportunities for social interaction and collaborative hobbies after school.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Pastoral Care provides guidance and support for pupils; A dedicated pastoral and wellbeing leader supports younger pupils; In Secondary, a designated tutor group leader oversees academic and social welfare; PSHE and SMSC development are integral to the curriculum; The school emphasizes parent–school communication and hosts events; On-campus sports amenities support physical wellbeing.
Languages

Language Provision
English is the language of instruction; Spanish language learning is included as part of the curriculum; native-level English education is provided.

Bilingual Teaching
The school delivers the British Curriculum in English, with strong Spanish language learning integrated and a nurturing, multicultural environment.
Reputation

Awards
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Accreditations
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Admissions

Admissions
1. The application process begins with completing the downloadable Primary & Secondary Application Form. After submission, a member of our admissions team will contact you to discuss your application and outline the next steps. The process is designed to be straightforward and supportive to guide you through enrollment. A one-time registration fee of €600 is payable upon enrolment and is non-refundable; for tuition and other fees, refer to the comprehensive fee structure. Admissions are accepted throughout the year.
2. For the 2025/2026 academic year, there are Age & Course Guidelines to place students into the correct Willow year group. The guidelines show date of birth ranges and the corresponding Willow year group and Spanish equivalents. This placement helps ensure the curriculum and cohort are appropriate for each child.
3. The Admissions Checklist lists documents required to complete the application: an online or paper application form; a photocopy of a valid Visa for non-EU students; a photocopy of the identity documents of both parents; a photocopy of the account holder's identity if not the child's parent; an official medical certificate indicating the child has no infectious or contagious diseases; a photocopy of vaccination book; two passport-size photographs; end-of-year school reports for the last two years (where applicable); and a photocopy of the birth certificate, Libro de Familia, identity card or passport.
4. Interested families can download the Primary & Secondary Application Form or the A-Level Application Form to begin enrollment. You can also book a tour to see Willow International School in person. The school looks forward to welcoming your family and supporting your child's educational journey.
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