Alemán
Madrid

 
ADDRESS: Concha Espina, 32. Madrid

TELEPHONE: 91 782 36 70

WEB: http://www.dsmadrid.com

CHARACTERISTICS:

• Private secular/ mixed gender.
• infants, primary, secondary and "Bachillerato" (Sixth Form/A Levels).
• 1.541 pupils and 125 teachers.
• Fees from 305 to 428 € per month.

This school describes itself as «a bicultural meeting centre» and, although there are pupils from many different nationalities who attend the school, its objective is to encourage linguistic and sociocultural relations between Spain and Germany.  Its method is far removed from traditional classes - logical reasoning is encouraged and the pupils are encouraged to develop their own understanding and critical capacities, as well as the ability to discuss and defend their opinions.  Oral exams, as a result of class participation, are extremely important when it comes to student assessment.

SPECIAL FEATURES: Two teachers take responsibility for helping pupils with arranging university and work applications and another teacher is responsible for the prevention of drugs and alcohol dependancy.

Colegio Suizo
Madrid

ADDRESS: Ctra. de Burgos km. 14. Alcobendas

TELEPHONE: 91 650 58 18

WEB: http://www.colegiosuizomadrid.com

CHARACTERISTICS:

• Private secular/ mixed gender.
• Accepts infants, primary, secondary and "Bachillerato" (Sixth Form/A Levels).
• A total of 590 pupils and 58 teachers.
• Fees from 309 to 488 € per month plus registration fee.

Founded in 1970 in Madrid, this school was brought into the spotlight by the press coverage of a case of alleged student harrassment.  It is one of just 15 Swiss schools abroad.   Classes are taught in German, from the 5th year of primary school English is compulsory and French is optional for A Level students.  Because of the multilingual nature of the Swiss school system, the pupils receive extra tuition for German, Maths and Spanish within the school timetable, the classes are adapted to the learning ability of the students.  There is a separate Music School where a variety of lessons from piano to hip hop or how to form a rock band are taught.  Other activities include "Economics Week" when students learn how to set up a new company using a computer programme. 

SPECIAL FEATURES: All pupils pass the Spanish entrance exam, as well as the Swiss "Matura" exam, which means they have the option of attending Spanish, Swiss or German universities.

Hastings School
Madrid

ADDRESS: Azulinas, 8. Madrid

TELEPHONE: 91 359 99 13

WEB: http://www.hastingsschool.com

CHARACTERISTICS:

• Private secular/ mixed gender.
• Accepts infants, primary, secondary and "Bachillerato" (Sixth Form/A Levels).
• A total of 400 pupils and 40 teachers.
• Fees from 480 to 950 € per month.

This is a relatively small school where the emphasis is placed on creativity and the stimulation of thought and imagination.  With more than 30 nationalities attending the school, there is a very international atmosphere here, despite the core British nature of the school.

The Primary school offers a comfortable and stimulating environment and the Secondary school also has its own building.  The syllabus is based on the British National Curriculum taught in English, with two compulsory subjects taught in Spanish, and there is an impressive selection of optional subjects available.    As well as the range of academic studies, other activities such as Judo, horse riding, ballet, music and chess are taught, and all pupils are well prepared for university in Britain, Spain or elsewhere in the world.
 
SPECIAL FEATURES: In the second half of the Secondary school, the classes are divided up so that personal attention can be given to the pupils.  There are also special classes for those pupils who wish to study languages.

International College Spain
Alcobendas

ADDRESS: Vereda Norte, 3. La Moraleja. Alcobendas

TELEPHONE: 91 650 23 98

WEB: http://www.icsmadrid.com

CHARACTERISTICS:

• Private secular/ mixed gender.
• Accepts infants, primary, secondary and "Bachillerato" (Sixth Form/A Levels)
• A total of 640 pupils and 78 teachers.
• Fees from 733 to 1.426 € per month.

The ICS was founded in 1980 and is a mixed, multi-national day school for students aged 3 to 18. It is an "international" school in every sense of the word.  Seven out of ten pupils are foreign and from a wide variety of countries, offering a rich diversity of cultures in the school.  Lessons are taught in English and French is taught from 11 years upwards.  Spanish is taught as a separate subject.  Humanitarian activities are highly encouraged and two or three times a year the pupils attend United Nations conferences.

SPECIAL FEATURES: Teaching is personalised for each pupil, meaning that, if a pupil so chooses, they can study up to 18 languages.  The aim is that pupils do not lose their mother-tongue during their stay in Spain.  

International School of Madrid
Madrid

ADDRESS: Rosa Jardón, 3. Madrid

TELEPHONE: 91 359 21 21

WEB: http://www.internationalschoolofmadrid.com

CHARACTERISTICS:

• Private secular/ mixed gender.
• Accepts infants, primary, secondary and "Bachillerato" (Sixth Form/A Levels)
• A total of 600 pupils and 54 teachers.
• Fees from 430 to 910 € per month.

Teaching is based on the English National Curriculum and experience is the key word at all levels.  The school aims to offer a rounded eduction and the small number of pupils at the school means that there is a happy, family type atmosphere.  Respect for others is a priority and discipline at the school is based around this principle.

A philosophy of courtesy, good manners and attention to social behaviour is instilled in the children and this results in a happy learning environment.  Children are encouraged to be, as far as their maturity permits, self-disciplined, independant and to use their own initiative.   Lessons are taught in English; Spanish and German are taught as separate subjects.  The school is locatd in the centre of Madrid and is housed in two separate buildings

SPECIAL FEATURES:  Reading is actively encouraged and the school has an impressive library of more than 7.000 books in English.

King’s College
Tres Cantos

ADDRESS: Paseo de los Andes, 35. Soto de Viñuelas

TELEPHONE: 91 803 48 00

WEB: http://www.kingscollege.es

CHARACTERISTICS:

• Private secular/ mixed gender.
• Accepts infants, primary, secondary and "Bachillerato" (Sixth Form/A Levels).
• Atotal of 1.500 pupils and 118 teachers.
• Fees from 479 to 980 € per month.

King’s College has pupils of 38 different nationalities, although 80% are Spanish. It is a traditional school, with a reputation for high academic standards and excellent examination results.  Art, music, and a plethora of different activities are taught here, the corridors buzz with life and the teachers are attentive to their pupils.

The infants' school is all about creativity and art - it makes you want to go back to being a child yourself!  Faithful to its British roots, it is a demanding school where academic standards are high, English and maths are compulsory subjects and each pupil must pass an English test before being accepted.  One of the unusual things about this school is that it offers the possibility of studying either for the Spanish or British curriulum, with the option of swapping over at any time.
  
SPECIAL FEATURES:  A new school opened in La Moraleja in September 2007, for pupils from 3 to 14 years old.

Licée Molière
Villanueva de la Cañada

 
ADDRESS: Cristo, 27. Villanueva de la Cañada

TELEPHONE: 91 815 50 00

WEB: http://www.lycee-moliere-madrid.org

CHARACTERISTICS:

• Private secular/ mixed gender.
• Accepts infants, primary, secondary and "Bachillerato" (Sixth Form/A Levels).
• A total of 799 pupils and 55 teachers.
• Fees from 310 to 360 € per month.

An official French school situated in a privileged part of west Madrid.  Pupils are evaluated on effort and behaviour and lessons are taught in Spanish and French, with native French teachers.   English is also used from 8 years upwards, so that all pupils end up speaking 3 languages.   A wide variety of activities is offered, including music, drama in French and English, dance and sculpture.  Parents can also join the French lessons. 

SPECIAL FEATURES:  Minimum age is three years old and for entrance into Primary and Secondary schools, children must have studied previously at a French school.  

Liceo Francés
Madrid

ADDRESS: Plaza del Liceo, 1. Madrid

TELEPHONE: 91 748 94 90

WEB: http://www.lycee-francais-madrid.org

CHARACTERISTICS:

• Private secular/ mixed gender.
• Accepts infants, primary, secondary and "Bachillerato" (Sixth Form/A Levels).
• A total of 3.622 pupils and 224 teachers.
• Fees average 334 € per month.

This school belongs to the network of publich French schools and, as such, follows the French curriculum.  The school adopts a liberal ideology and has a democratic outlook.  Experimentation in the sciences and discussion in the humanities are encouraged.  Lessons are taught in French and English, German, Italian and Latin are taught as separate subjects.

The school is big, with a notably large number of pupils and the facilities cover around 10 hectares.  For A Level the pupils must carry out an investigative project, for which they are tutored and trained in oral expression.  The school has six libraries.
 
SPECIAL FEATURES:  Faultless results in the PAU : all pupils in the 2nd year of A Levels (182) passed in June 2007.

Montessori
Madrid

ADDRESS: Av. de La Salle, s/n. Aravaca

TELEPHONE: 91 357 26 67

WEB: http://www.msmadrid.org

CHARACTERISTICS:

• Private secular/ mixed gender.
• Accepts infants, primary, secondary and "Bachillerato" (Sixth Form/A Levels).
• A total of 560 pupils and 55 teachers.
• Fees from 340 to 733 € per month.

When you enter this school, you walk into a world of imagination, emotion and creativity, where children are clearly happy, thanks to the small size of the school.  Montessori is a British concept which combines the pros of the British curriculum with the science and methodology of the Montessori system.  It allows the pupil to develop in a spontaneous and natural way.  The atmosphere here is international, with pupils of 25 different nationalities and the curriculum here is recognised by the Spanish equivalent.    Every pupil must take an English ability test before being accepted to the school.  100% of the teaching staff is permanently employed by the school and is continually evaluated and trained. 

SPECIAL FEATURES: Activities at the school encourage children to develop the skills that they need to become contributing members of the larger society.  For example each pupil is allocated a "buddy" in an older class in order to foster good relations between the older and younger children.

Runnymede College
Alcobendas

ADDRESS: Salvia, 30. La Moraleja

TELEPHONE: 91 650 83 02

WEB: http://www.runnymede-college.com

CHARACTERISTICS:

• Private secular/ mixed gender.
• Accepts infants, primary, secondary and "Bachillerato" (Sixth Form/A Levels).
• A total of 700 pupils and 70 teachers.
• Fees average 1.200 € per month.

Runnymede College is a private school which offers a British education to boys and girls of all nationalities from the age of 3 to 18.  Learning in the school is based on experience and the school offers, amongst others, lessons in practical science, art and sculpture and musical education (with a fantastic main hall).  The school is inspected periodically by British Inspectors whose Report to the British Council and the Spanish Ministry of Education and Culture is the basis of the authorization given to the School.  The school obtained good results in the most recent inspection.

Pupils from 40 different countries attend the school, where English is the day-to-day language used.  French, Spanish and Latin are taught as separate subjects.  Team sports are encouraged and swimming classes are given in a nearby pool. 

SPECIAL FEATURES: The students have free access to books, which are kept at their disposition in the library and in the school corridors.  The younger pupils are tutored in their reading.