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Below, we have compiled the top 20 IB international schools in Spain according to our users. However, there are another 325 schools to choose from in the country. You can find the best international school for your child by personalising your results. Just fill in your search criteria, and we will calculate a personal score for every international school in the city of your choosing based on your requirements.

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Agora Madrid International School

We offer a language immersion programme with a wide range of foreign languages, the National Baccalaureate, the International Baccalaureate and complete art, music and sports programmes for a well-rounded education for our students.
City
Madrid
Curriculum
IB, Spanish
Languages of instruction
English, Spanish
Ages
1 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: €4,100
to: €9,300
Reviews
(1 review)

Agora Granada College International School

Agora Granada College International School is a private international school with an educational offer that goes from Infant Education to Baccalaureate and is characterised by a high academic performance and personalised attention to each student.
City
Granada
Curriculum
IB, Spanish
Languages of instruction
English, Spanish
Ages
1 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.

SEK International School Atlántico

SEK International School Atlántico covers all educational stages, for students from 4 months to 18 years of age. As a private and international school, we offer the International Baccalaureate programme continuum.
City
Vigo - Pontevedra
Curriculum
IB, Spanish
Languages of instruction
English, Spanish
Ages
1 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.

Hamelin-Laie International School

We're Barcelona's thriving international school and part of the Nord Anglia Education family. In a learning community of more than 50 nationalities, we nurture global citizens who go on to make their mark in the world.
City
Barcelona
Curriculum
IB, Spanish
Languages of instruction
English, Catalan, Spanish
Ages
1 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €11,186
to: €15,493
Reviews
(9 reviews)

Agora Portals International School

We are the international private school of reference in Mallorca, located in Portals Nous, with an educational offer from Pre-school to Baccalaureate, characterised by high academic performance and personalised attention to each student.
City
Mallorca
Curriculum
IB, Spanish
Languages of instruction
English, Spanish
Ages
1 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €8,100
to: €14,200

SEK International School Alborán

SEK-Alboran is the only school in Almería to offer the three International Baccalaureate® programmes.
City
Almería
Curriculum
IB, Spanish
Languages of instruction
English, Spanish
Ages
1 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.

Best 20 IB International Schools in Spain

Out of a total of 96 IB International Schools in Spain (and 345 total International Schools in Spain)

Based on the aggregated preferences of our users in the last 30 days.

SEK International School Atlántico

SEK International School Atlántico covers all educational stages, for students from 4 months to 18 years of age. As a private and international school, we offer the International Baccalaureate programme continuum.
City
Vigo - Pontevedra
Curriculum
IB, Spanish
Languages of instruction
English, Spanish
Ages
1 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.

Brewster Madrid

Brewster prioritizes joyful learning and is committed to continuous improvement through innovation and research. We offer students the opportunity to shape their educational journey so that each student has the skills, confidence, and desire to exert a positive impact on the world. All Brewster students belong to an inclusive and welcoming network that stretches across the globe. This inclusiveness helps our students build a deep sense of recognition, respect, and appreciation for different cultural, ethnic, and national groups. In essence, Brewster strives to provide students with a humanistic and meaningful education - an education that empowers our students to become good citizens who recognize, appreciate, and positively impact both their local and global communities.
City
Madrid
Curriculum
American, IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €6,365
to: €23,705
Reviews
(1 review)

ES American School

ES American School was founded in 1999 and offers an independent, coeducational, American Elementary, Middle, and Senior High School program located in Barcelona, Spain. It is the objective of our school to provide students with an excellent academic and athletic experience which prepares them for the challenges of today’s world. All students receive individual attention, close academic guidance and personal counseling, in order to ensure both the acquisition of academic competencies and the development of individual strengths and talents. Students follow an American academic program, but also benefit from the multitude of cultures represented by their teachers and fellow students.
City
Barcelona
Curriculum
American, IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
6 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €12,620
to: €14,400

Queen's College

Queen’s is a progressive and forward thinking school with outstanding facilities and a long tradition of academic excellence. The school is close to the city of Palma, yet its unique
location, set in idyllic natural surroundings, creates a peaceful atmosphere in which students thrive. The close-knit community we encourage here ensures that students develop lifelong
relationships. Both leadership and personal management skills are enhanced through the range of opportunities we offer beyond the classroom.
City
Mallorca
Curriculum
British, IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €7,881
to: €13,637

American School of Madrid

The American School of Madrid, founded in 1961, is a private, non-profit, American college-preparatory educational organization offering the traditional U.S. high school diploma, the International Baccalaureate, and a unique Spanish “Programa Oficial”. The school has as its primary responsibility the recognition and development of the intellectual ability of its students. ASM also recognizes its responsibility to attend to the emotional, moral, physical, and social needs of its students. The principal objective of ASM is to provide an elementary and secondary education program in Madrid consistent with that of the best American international schools in the United States and abroad. It makes possible the acquisition of knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behavior that will prepare its students to be critical and concerned members of a changing society, aware of their responsibilities to themselves, to others, and to future generations.
City
Madrid
Curriculum
IB, American
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €11,593
to: €23,878

Iale International School

In 1998 Iale International School became the first bilingual infant and primary school in Valencia to be authorised at a national level.
City
Valencia
Curriculum
Spanish, IB
Languages of instruction
English, Spanish
Ages
1 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €4,500
to: €8,400
Reviews
(1 review)

Colegio Internacional de Sevilla - San Francisco de Paula

Colegio Internacional de Sevilla - San Francisco de Paula is the private school with the longest tradition and best reputation in Sevilla and the only one that has kept its original location in the historic city centre of Sevilla.
City
Sevilla
Curriculum
IB
Languages of instruction
English, Spanish
Ages
1 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.

The Global College

The Global College is an innovative IB boarding and day school in the center of Madrid. Our highly personalized curriculum, superb career guidance, and urban campus provide an amazing pre-university experience.
City
Madrid
Curriculum
IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
16 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €20,940
to: €20,940
Reviews
(1 review)

Colegios Arenas

Our school is defined by a personalized and comprehensive education that combines academic excellence, skill and competency development, and attention to students’ emotional growth. We promote trilingual education (English, German, and Spanish) with an international, cooperative, and STEAM-focused approach. Core values such as effort, integrity, respect, cooperation, and solidarity are emphasized, along with healthy lifestyle habits and sports. Our educational model focuses on cooperative learning, multiple intelligences, and international education, preparing students to succeed in a globalized world. We also prioritize professionalism, exemplary leadership, social responsibility, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
City
Las Palmas - Gran Canaria
Curriculum
Spanish, IB
Languages of instruction
English, Spanish
Ages
1 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.

Colegio Internacional Ausiàs March

Colegio Internacional Ausias March, founded in 1972, is a private school without any agreed level and, therefore, receives no public funding.
The courses available at the school cover from Second Cycle of Early Education to second year of Baccalaureate.
City
Valencia
Curriculum
IB, Spanish
Languages of instruction
English, Spanish
Ages
3 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: €4,390
to: €10,120
Reviews
(1 review)

St. Anne's School

St. Anne's School was established in 1969 and is a co-educational independent school which provides a British education together with Spanish subjects for children aged one to eighteen in Madrid.
City
Madrid
Curriculum
British, IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
3 to 18
This school does not make their fees public.
Reviews
(7 reviews)

Casvi International American School

Established in 2017, Casvi International American School is a private, international, co-ed school, located in Tres Cantos, and based on the American school system whose mission is to educate and create citizens of the world.
City
Madrid
Curriculum
American, IB
Languages of instruction
English, Spanish
Ages
1 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €7,130
to: €11,400
Reviews
(3 reviews)

Thames British School

Thames British School is a leading International school in Madrid. We provide high quality education following the Cambridge International School Programme (IGCSE, A Levels) and IB Diploma Programme. We offer the full complement of education from the ages of 1 to 18 years old. We are fully accredited by Cambridge, NABSS and Spanish Ministry of Education and IB.
City
Madrid
Curriculum
British, IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
1 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €5,950
to: €14,480
Reviews
(4 reviews)

Colegios Ramón y Cajal

City
Madrid
Curriculum
IB
Languages of instruction
English, Spanish
Ages
1 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €6,780
to: €11,880

Hamelin-Laie International School

We're Barcelona's thriving international school and part of the Nord Anglia Education family. In a learning community of more than 50 nationalities, we nurture global citizens who go on to make their mark in the world.
City
Barcelona
Curriculum
IB, Spanish
Languages of instruction
English, Catalan, Spanish
Ages
1 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €11,186
to: €15,493
Reviews
(9 reviews)

Agora Portals International School

We are the international private school of reference in Mallorca, located in Portals Nous, with an educational offer from Pre-school to Baccalaureate, characterised by high academic performance and personalised attention to each student.
City
Mallorca
Curriculum
IB, Spanish
Languages of instruction
English, Spanish
Ages
1 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €8,100
to: €14,200

St. George Madrid

At St. George Madrid, students experience a personalised learning journey that adapts and evolves with their unique needs and talents.
City
Madrid
Curriculum
British, IB
Language of instruction
English
Ages
2 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €9,500
to: €19,990
Reviews
(2 reviews)

Canterbury School

The Canterbury School is authorized by both the British and Spanish Ministries as a centre providing a British type education to children between the ages of two and eighteen. On the successful completion of their school career, pupils may proceed either to British or Spanish Universities to continue their studies.
City
Las Palmas - Gran Canaria
Curriculum
British, Spanish, IB
Languages of instruction
English, Spanish
Ages
2 to 18
Yearly fees - 2026/2027
from: €5,800
to: €6,850
Reviews
(1 review)

Liceo Europeo

Creating a happy emotional environment from infants to university entrants is Liceo Europeo's priority. Its pupils grow and learn in an emotionally safe and creative environment.
City
Madrid
Curriculum
IB, Spanish, American
Languages of instruction
English, Spanish
Ages
1 to 18
Yearly fees - 2025/2026
from: €7,690
to: €13,930
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Summary

What are the best IB international schools in Spain?

  1. SEK International School Atlántico
  2. Brewster Madrid
  3. ES American School
  4. Queen's College
  5. American School of Madrid
  6. SEK International School - Santa Isabel
  7. Iale International School
  8. Colegio Internacional de Sevilla - San Francisco de Paula
  9. The Global College
  10. Colegios Arenas
  11. Colegio Internacional Ausiàs March
  12. St. Anne's School
  13. Casvi International American School
  14. Thames British School
  15. Colegios Ramón y Cajal
  16. Hamelin-Laie International School
  17. Agora Portals International School
  18. St. George Madrid
  19. Canterbury School
  20. Liceo Europeo

Find your International School

How Many International Schools are there in Spain?

There are 345 international schools in Spain. See them all

What are the most popular curriculums in Spain?
Curriculum International schools
British 165  
Spanish 129  
IB 96  
American 51  
Montessori 29  
Other 106  

Additionally, there are 34 boarding schools in Spain.

What are the most popular languages of instruction?
Language International schools
English 305  
Spanish 155  
French 22  
German 14  
Catalan 11  
Other 13  

Among these, there are 151 bilingual schools in Spain.

How Much do International Schools cost in Spain?

The average price of international schools in Spain is €10,178. (*)

Price for 12 y.o.
Min. price €2,000
Avg. price €10,178
Max. price €24,500
Price for 12 y.o. Number of international schools
€2,000 to €3,999 3  
€4,000 to €5,999 22  
€6,000 to €7,999 51  
€8,000 to €9,999 45  
€10,000 to €11,999 30  
€12,000 to €13,999 27  
€14,000 to €15,999 8  
€16,000 to €17,999 4  
€18,000 to €19,999 7  
€20,000 to €21,999 4  
€22,000 to €23,999 4  
€24,000 to €25,999 2  

(*) The price for one year of fees for a 12 year old (or the closest age to 12 available in the school), excluding one-time fees at enrolment.

How Big are Class Sizes in Spain?

The average class size of international schools in Spain is 18.1 students.

Class Size Number of international schools
1 to 5 3  
6 to 10 21  
11 to 15 29  
16 to 20 84  
21 to 25 49  
26 to 30 5  

How big are the schools in Spain (in number of students)?

The average size, in number of students, of international schools in Spain is 612 students.

Number of students Number of international schools
1 to 250 79  
251 to 500 43  
501 to 750 43  
751 to 1,000 28  
1,001 to 1,250 19  
1,251 to 1,500 8  
1,501 to 1,750 10  
1,751 to 2,000 5  
2,001 to 2,250 0  
2,251 to 2,500 1  
2,501 to 2,750 0  
2,751 to 3,000 1  
3,001 to 3,250 0  
3,251 to 3,500 0  
3,501 to 3,750 0  
3,751 to 4,000 0  
4,001 to 4,250 0  
4,251 to 4,500 1  

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