Kensington School Madrid
International School in Madrid
Quick answer
Kensington School Madrid was founded 1969 and is nationally recognised in Spain for excellence in early childhood education and inspired teaching. The school operates a British curriculum with IGCSE, A-Levels, IB Diploma, and Spanish Baccalaureate pathways at sixth form for 1,100 students, accredited by NABSS. Annual tuition runs $7,000-$13,000 USD (true cost ~$11,800, +18% — Madrid's 73rd cost percentile). Admissions are moderate; best suited to British-curriculum families wanting one of Madrid's longest-established schools.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels and IB Diploma and Spanish Baccalaureate.
- Tuition: $7,000–$13,000/yr published in EUR, US$ equivalent.
- Ages: 3-18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: NABSS verified.
1,100
Fixed intake
NABSS
IGCSE and A-Levels and IB Diploma and Spanish Baccalaureate
About Kensington School Madrid
Kensington School is a school for pupils ranging in age from 3-18. Having once completed their British education to the age of 14, pupils continue their Spanish studies towards Bachillerato and university entry whether in Spain or abroad.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $7,000 – $13,000 |
| Annual tuition (EUR) | 7525-12420 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $11,800(+18%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $13,300 |
| Cost position in Madrid | 73th percentile(above average) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Founder member of NABSS. British curriculum through age 14, then Spanish Bachillerato or IGCSE. Strong bilingual focus.
British
IGCSE and A-Levels and IB Diploma and Spanish Baccalaureate
IGCSE, A Levels IB Diploma Bachillerato
Spanish, French
moderate
Yes
Recommended neighborhoods
Pozuelo, Aravaca, Majadahonda, Las Rozas
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Founder member of NABSS. British curriculum through age 14, then Spanish Bachillerato or IGCSE. Strong bilingual focus.
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