British Council School Madrid
International School in Madrid
Quick answer
British Council School Madrid follows the British National Curriculum with IGCSE and A-Level pathways, as a large campus with 2,000 students. Tuition of $8,000–$14,000/year is in line with Madrid averages. Note: Bilingual British-Spanish curriculum.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British taught at British Council School Madrid.
- Tuition: $8,000–$14,000/yr published in EUR, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 22 Madrid international school · 2,000 students total.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 9:05.
- Accreditations: COBIS, NABSS verified.
2,000
22 avg
Fixed intake
COBIS, NABSS
About British Council School Madrid
The school is part of the British Council, the official organisation of the UK that promotes education, English language and cultural relations worldwide. This allows the school to be a part of an international network of other educational and corporate institutions around the world, and gives it excellent opportunities to participate in cultural activities on a global scale.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $8,000 – $14,000 |
| Annual tuition (EUR) | 7485-14070 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $12,800(+16%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $14,300 |
| Cost position in Madrid | 79th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Bilingual British-Spanish curriculum. IGCSE, A-Level, and Spanish Bachillerato. Long-established.
British
French, German, Mandarin
moderate
Yes
9:05 – 16:35
Yes
Recommended neighborhoods
Pozuelo, Somosaguas, Aravaca, Moncloa
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Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
Bilingual British-Spanish curriculum. IGCSE, A-Level, and Spanish Bachillerato. Long-established.
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