Aloha College
International School in Marbella
Quick answer
Aloha College Marbella is a not-for-profit British international school on the Costa del Sol, serving 900 students from 50 nationalities. The school offers IGCSE, A-Levels, and IB Diploma pathways, accredited by IBO and NABSS, with all resources reinvested in student learning and staff development. Annual tuition runs $10,000-$17,000 USD (true cost ~$15,000, +11% — Marbella's 96th cost percentile). Admissions are open; best suited to British-curriculum families wanting not-for-profit governance with IB optionality at sixth form.
Key facts
- Curriculum: IB leaving qualifications include IB Diploma, IGCSE, A-Levels.
- Tuition: $10,000–$17,000/yr published annual range.
- 50 nationalities expat-heavy mix.
- Ages: 3-18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: IBO, NABSS verified.
900
50
Rolling
IBO, NABSS
IB Diploma, IGCSE, A-Levels
Learning & language support (SEN / EAL)
This school states some support, but key details aren't published — confirm the gaps below before applying.
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
Not published
- —Educational-psychologist availability not stated
- —EAL/ESL support for non-English speakers not stated
- —In-house specialist staff not listed
Questions to ask the school
- Is an educational psychologist on staff or available by referral?
- What level of English is required for entry, and what EAL/ESL support is provided for a child still learning English?
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $15,000(+11%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $16,500 |
| Cost position in Marbella | 96th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Registration fee ~€2,000. Lunch, transport, uniforms, and exam fees additional. IB Diploma surcharge applies.
IB
IB Diploma, IGCSE, A-Levels
moderate
Recommended neighborhoods
Nueva Andalucía, Puerto Banús, San Pedro de Alcántara, Elviria
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Marbella
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Student Diversity
Very diverse
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
Registration fee ~€2,000. Lunch, transport, uniforms, and exam fees additional. IB Diploma surcharge applies.
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