Deutsche Schule Málaga (Colegio Alemán)
International School in Marbella
Quick answer
Deutsche Schule Málaga (Colegio Alemán) follows the German curriculum leading to the Abitur. Tuition of $6,000–$11,000/year is in line with Marbella averages. Note: German Abitur qualification.
Key facts
- Curriculum: German leaving qualifications include Abitur.
- Tuition: $6,000–$11,000/yr published annual range.
- Ages: 3-18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: KMK verified.
Fixed intake
KMK
Abitur
About Deutsche Schule Málaga (Colegio Alemán)
Die Deutsche Schule Málaga ist eine Privatschule.Vom spanischen Erziehungsministerium genehmigt und als offizielle Deutsche Auslandsschule anerkannt.
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: limited
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
- What in-house learning-support specialists do you employ (SENCo, learning-support teachers, speech & language therapist, occupational therapist), and what is each one's caseload?
- 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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $6,000 – $11,000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $10,000(+18%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $11,500 |
| Cost position in Marbella | 13th percentile(budget-friendly) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
German Abitur qualification. Also teaches Spanish and English. Located between Marbella and Málaga.
German
Abitur
limited
Recommended neighborhoods
Marbella North, Ojén, Nueva Andalucía, San Pedro
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German Abitur qualification. Also teaches Spanish and English. Located between Marbella and Málaga.
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