Shine International Academy Malaga Costa Del Sol
International School in Marbella
Quick answer
Shine International Academy Malaga Costa Del Sol is an international school serving expat families in Marbella, with notably small class sizes averaging 10 students. Tuition of $5,000–$15,000/year is in line with Marbella averages.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Other taught at Shine International Academy Malaga Costa Del Sol.
- Tuition: $5,000–$15,000/yr published annual range.
- Avg class size: 10 (max 15) Marbella international school · 80 students total.
- Ages: 3-18 school day starts at 9am.
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About Shine International Academy Malaga Costa Del Sol
Shine International Academy celebrates the uniqueness of every learner through a forward thinking and child-centred approach to education.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $5,000 – $15,000 |
| Fee year | 2025-2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $10,800(+8%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $12,300 |
| Cost position in Marbella | 83th percentile(premium tier) |
Hidden costs & fee notes
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Other
We are a school up to year 9, growing each year with our oldest pupils. Academic year 2027/28 will be our first examination year and we will be completing IGCSEs. In the following two years we will be completing A Levels.
We are a new school so do not have this data yet
Spanish
On-site Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Behavioural Specialist Support and Educational Psychologist. Such supports are a combination of push-in support and pull-out support where students can access therapy spaces to support targets and goals. We have a Sensory Integration Space, overseen by our Occupational Therapist. We have visual supports around the school and encourage children to engage in mindfulness and social-emotional wellbeing within the standard curriculum.
Yes we have on-site Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Behavioural Specialist Support and a visiting Educational Psychologist. Our Teachers and Teaching Assistants engage in regular Professional Development to continue their understanding of how to support diverse needs.
Extra support can be provided
9am – 4pm
Yes, lunches are offered by a third party provider.
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