AIS International School
International School in Alicante
Quick answer
AIS International School follows the British National Curriculum with IGCSE and A-Level pathways. Tuition of $7,125–$9,870/year is in line with Alicante averages. Graduates leave with IGCSE and A-Levels.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British, Other leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $7,125–$9,870/yr published in EUR, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 18 (max 22) Alicante international school · 280 students total.
- 39 nationalities top: Spanish.
- Ages: Ages 6 to 18 school day starts at 8:30 am (9,00 am for Class 1&2).
- Accreditations: IBO verified.
280
39 (Spanish)
18 avg / 22 max
Rolling
IBO
IGCSE and A-Levels
About AIS International School
AIS Altea International School is a privately owned British international school with its own Waldorf inspired AIS Educational Model, dedicated to offering a unique learning experience. AIS follows the British National Curriculum incorporating Waldorf principles and Mindfulness, ensuring that equal emphasis is placed on solid academic foundation, artistic expression and socio-emotional development.
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states meaningful learning-support provision — still confirm it fits your child's specific need.
Why this matters
Special-needs provision at international schools varies widely and is rarely guaranteed by the school itself — and local legal duties differ by country. Confirm what this school provides, in writing, before you commit.
- Learning support: moderate
- In-house specialist staff listed
- EAL/ESL support listed
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- Can you support a child with my child's specific need (e.g. dyslexia, ADHD, autism), and have you done so this year? Ask for concrete examples.
- Is there an additional fee for learning support or EAL — and how much per year?
- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $7,125 – $9,870 |
| Annual tuition (EUR) | 7125-9870 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $9,698(+14%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $11,198 |
| Cost position in Alicante | 50th percentile(mid-range) |
British, Other
IGCSE and A-Levels
IGCSE, A Levels, Cambridge English Exams C1
IGCSE: 71% grades 9-4 (UK national average 67%) 30% grades 7 and above (top grades) (UK National average 21%) 100% grades 9-4 English as a second language 78% grades 9-5 English as a first language 77% grades 9-4 - Maths 67% grades 9-4 Science 100% grades 9-6 Art 100% grades 9-4 Music 83% grades 9-5 Drama
Spanish (Castellano), Valenciano, German, French
We are SEN registered should it be needed. We have a team of specialists in SEN Education, an in-house School Psychologist and Counsellors working to support students and their families.
Yes
Yes
8:30 am (9,00 am for Class 1&2) – 3:30 pm
Yes, we have a lunch service cooked and prepared on site through a trusted supplier.
It is a vegetarian lunch. We are able to cater to gluten and lactose-free meals.
Imported from a directory listing and not independently verified — confirm fees and details with the school.
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Alicante
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Class Size
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Common: Spanish
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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