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International Schools in Spain

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About international schools in Spain

Spain offers a range of international schools for expat families, with options spanning British, IB, American, and other curricula. Families relocating here will find schools at various price points, from affordable to premium institutions with world-class facilities.

Compare 356 international schools in Spain. Filter by curriculum, fees (average EUR 8,245), location, and more to find the right international school now.

At a glance 356 schools · avg fee EUR 8,245
Schools listed
356
Curricula
41
Average annual fee
EUR 8,245
Fee range
EUR 0 – 44,359
Most common curriculum
British Curriculum (157 schools)
Average school size
619 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Lycée Français de Madrid
Oldest
Istituto Italiano Statale Comprensivo di Barcellona - Liceo Campus (1882)
With boarding
42
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78 international schools in Madrid

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57 international schools in Barcelona

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41 international schools in Malaga

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36 international schools in Alicante

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32 international schools in Valencia

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21 international schools in Mallorca

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11 international schools in Las-palmas

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9 international schools in Tenerife

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7 international schools in Seville

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6 international schools in Vigo

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5 international schools in Bilbao

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5 international schools in Girona

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4 international schools in A Coruna

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4 international schools in Lanzarote

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4 international schools in Castellon

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4 international schools in Zaragoza

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4 international schools in Asturias

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4 international schools in Tarragona

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4 international schools in Granada

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3 international schools in Almeria

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3 international schools in Cadiz

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3 international schools in Ibiza

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2 international schools in Santiago-de-compostela

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2 international schools in Cordoba

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1 international school in Las Palmas

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1 international school in Valladolid

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1 international school in San Sebastian

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Choosing an international school in Spain

Curricula

There are 356 international schools in Spain covering 41 curricula. The most widely offered are British Curriculum (157), IB (DP) (90), Cambridge IGCSE (89), Bespoke Curriculum (77), EYFS (Early years foundation stage) (71). If your child may move countries again, an internationally-portable curriculum (IB, or Cambridge/British) keeps options open; if you're likely to settle, a curriculum matching your home or target university system can be the better fit.

Fees & what they cover

Annual tuition across Spain runs from about EUR 0 to EUR 44,359, averaging roughly EUR 8,245. Budget for one-off costs on top — application and enrolment fees, a refundable deposit, uniform, transport and exams.

Admissions & timing

Sought-after schools in Spain run waiting lists, so apply early — ideally a term or two ahead. Most admissions involve an application, prior school reports and an assessment or interview, with entry points often tied to the school year. Each school's profile shows term dates, open days and how to enquire.

Boarding

42 of the 356 schools offer boarding — useful if you're relocating or want weekly or full boarding.

How doris stays impartial

doris lists every international school in Spain we can find — not only those that pay. We take no placement fees and sell no rankings or "top school" spots, so the schools above aren't ordered by who paid most. Details come from the schools' own information and public sources, and you can compare any of them side by side.

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FAQs for Spain

How many international schools are in Spain?
Spain has 279 international schools listed on doris.
Which curriculum is most popular?
The most common curricula vary by city, but British, IB, and American pathways are widely available.
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