Baleares International College (BIC)
International School in Mallorca
Quick answer
Baleares International College (BIC) is a British-style international school in Mallorca for ages 3-18, enrolling 485 students from 45 nationalities. The school offers IGCSE and A-Level pathways with optional IB Diploma, accredited by IBO and CIS. Annual tuition runs $10,000-$17,000 USD (true cost ~$14,600, +8% — Mallorca's 100th cost percentile). Admissions are moderate; best suited to British-curriculum families wanting Mallorca's premium-tier community with full IB optionality.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB leaving qualifications include IGCSE and A-Levels.
- Tuition: $10,000–$17,000/yr published in EUR, US$ equivalent.
- Avg class size: 18 (max 20) Mallorca international school · 485 students total.
- 45 nationalities top: British and German.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 8.45am.
- Accreditations: IBO, CIS verified.
485
45 (British and German)
18 avg / 20 max
Rolling
IBO, CIS
IGCSE and A-Levels
About Baleares International College (BIC)
We are a British international school, welcoming children from over 45 nationalities. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values of Excellence, Respect, Responsibility, Integrity and Compassion. These guide our teaching, shape our culture, and ensure that students leave BIC not only academically successful, but also as principled, confident and compassionate young people ready to contribute positively to society. We want children to enjoy their education and have memories that last a lifetime.
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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $10,000 – $17,000 |
| Annual tuition (EUR) | 8971-15465 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $14,600(+8%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $16,100 |
| Cost position in Mallorca | 100th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Two campuses (Calvià and Sa Porrassa). Full IB programme PYP/MYP/DP. Registration ~€2,500.
IB
IGCSE and A-Levels
IGCSE, A Levels
IGCSE: 38% A*/A (2024-25) - 50% English A*/ A - 42% Maths A*/ A - 100% French A*/ A A-Levels: 88% A-C (2024-25) Above the global average of 77.9% 1/4 of grades A* / A
Spanish, Catalan, French, German
Quality first teaching, plus the work of our SENCO to ensure all staff are aware of any specific learning needs of children in their class.
Our staff are all well qualified and trained in inclusive education meaning we can cater for children of all abilities.
English as an Additional Language
8.45am – From 3.45pm onwards depending on the year group.
Yes, we have our own canteen on site.
Yes
Recommended neighborhoods
Calvià, Santa Ponsa, Palmanova, Portals Nous
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Mallorca
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Class Size
Student Diversity
Highly diverse
Common: British and German
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
Two campuses (Calvià and Sa Porrassa). Full IB programme PYP/MYP/DP. Registration ~€2,500.
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