The English International College (EIC)
International School in Marbella
Quick answer
The English International College (EIC) Marbella, established in 1982, is one of the longest-running British international schools on the Costa del Sol. Serving ages 3 to 18 with a maximum class size of 20, EIC delivers the British curriculum through GCSE and A Level, with a track record of placing graduates at top global universities. 13 nationalities represented. Accredited by NABSS and COBIS, with tuition $9,000-$16,000.
Key facts
- Curriculum: British leaving qualifications include IGCSE, SAT.
- Tuition: $9,000–$16,000/yr published annual range.
- Ages: 3-18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: NABSS, COBIS verified.
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NABSS, COBIS
IGCSE, SAT
About The English International College (EIC)
The EIC, a British International School in Marbella Costa del Sol, offers the British Curriculum to students of many nationalities aged 3 to 18 years. Infant School, Primary School, Secondary School and Sixth Form.
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- Is learning support guaranteed for the full enrolment, or can it be withdrawn later?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) | $9,000 – $16,000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| Est. all-in cost (modeled)how we calculate | $14,000(+12%) |
| Est. first-year total (modeled) | $15,500 |
| Cost position in Marbella | 92th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
Registration ~€2,000. IGCSE and A-Level examinations. Boarding available.
British
IGCSE, SAT
moderate
Recommended neighborhoods
Elviria, Las Chapas, Cabopino, Marbella East
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Fee Position in Marbella
Mid-rangeSchool Profile
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
Registration ~€2,000. IGCSE and A-Level examinations. Boarding available.
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