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Compare 6 American Curriculum international schools in Malaga, Spain. Filter by curriculum, fees (average EUR 11,929), location, and more to find the right international school now.
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Brave Generation Academy (BGA) Marbella operates a hybrid model at Centro Comercial La Colonia in San Pedro de Alcántara. This hub provides flexible education for learners aged 12 to 18, who select from the British International Curriculum (Cambridge/Pearson Edexcel IGCSEs and A-Levels) or the American Core Curriculum (US Diploma and AP courses). Replacing traditional classrooms, the hub offers a co-learning space where students access coursework digitally 24/7. A unique feature is the presence of Learning Coaches, who offer daily mentorship instead of traditional subject teaching. This allows students to create their own schedules, making it a fit for young athletes or performers. The program includes "Build Weeks" and community service to develop real-world skills. Located five minutes from Marbella’s city centre, the hub supports self-directed study in an urban environment. This approach prioritizes personal progress and prepares students for university entry through internationally recognized qualifications.
Sotogrande International School (SIS) is an international day and boarding school in Spain that educates from 6 months through 18 years. It operates an IB continuum with the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP), and offers an American High School Diploma and an A-level route. The campus supports over 1,300 students in a multilingual, globally minded community, with English as the primary language of instruction and some subjects taught in Spanish; first languages include English, Spanish and Russian, and second languages include English, Spanish, French, German and Mandarin. Facilities include modern STEM laboratories, art studios, versatile teaching spaces, a 5-a-side astro turf pitch and a multi-surface leisure area. The school provides day and boarding (Boarding House for 160+), with extensive university placement services, the Kindred Project, and plans to remodel the library and expand the Primary division to a 4-form entry for its students.
Atlas American School of Malaga is a private international school in Estepona, Malaga, serving ages 3–18 with an American curriculum that also prepares students for Spanish and international university entrance. The program runs Preschool through High School and emphasizes inquiry, reflection and communication alongside content knowledge. English is the language of instruction, with Spanish and French language programs and EAL and Learning Support to assist diverse learners. The campus features a 7v7 soccer field, a fitness room, an elementary gym and two basketball courts. Students belong to the Home of the Sharks house system, fostering sport and recreational competition. Distinctive offerings include an Entrepreneurship Program for grades 10–12 with a shark-tank investor pitch, and authorization to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program. Atlas ASM provides university counseling, a dedicated SAT preparation course, and guidance for admission to universities worldwide. Atlas ASM is part of Mathema Education, collaborating with Aquinas American School.
MIT School Málaga is a private bilingual school authorized by the Junta de Andalucía to teach in Spanish and English. About 90% of the curriculum is taught in English, with Spanish integrated throughout. From age 3, Mandarin Chinese is introduced; German begins in the first year of Primary; French and Russian are extracurriculars. The school offers Educación Infantil, Primaria, Secundaria, and Bachillerato, including Bachillerato Internacional – Doble titulacion. The Bachillerato is bilingual across its three modalities—Humanidades y Ciencias Sociales, Ciencias y Tecnología, Artes—and includes university guidance. The campus features sustainability measures such as a domotic building and solar energy, and facilities including a library, dining hall, robotics and science laboratories, an art room, a language-support space, and music and dance rooms. Sports facilities include a dojo, basketball court, football pitch, paddle courts, golf, and equestrian stables near a lake in Parque Tecnológico de Andalucía. Extracurriculars include Robotics Lab, Equestrian, Aikido, Music and Dance Conservatories, Chinese Culture School, and German programs. Cambridge English and HanBan Chinese examinations are offered.
The American College in Spain is an international day school located in Marbella's Puerto Banús, offering an American-style high school program and a pathway to U.S. university study through Keiser University. The school serves students aged 15 to 18 and delivers a curriculum based on the American system, including Advanced Placement courses. General Education forms the foundation in the first two years, with literacy and communication skills emphasized across disciplines. Keiser University General Education courses fulfill transfer requirements, and graduates can earn an Associate of Arts degree after two years, with the option to continue at Keiser or transfer to other North American universities for bachelor's degrees. The campus features classrooms, a lecture hall, and a student lounge, with a cafeteria, fitness center, shops, and a beach within five minutes' walk. Activity options include tennis, swimming, hiking, and winter trips to Sierra Nevada, visits Granada, Ronda, Malaga, Jerez and Seville.
Atalaya International School in Spain is a bilingual international school for ages 3 to 18. It offers Preschool through Secondary programs and the Dual Diploma, along with the International Baccalaureate, Cambridge IGCSE, and other curricula. The two main languages are English and Spanish, with a socio-linguistic context that supports authentic bilingual learning. The campus spans 16,000 m2, including 6,000 m2 of classrooms and 6,000 m2 of sports facilities, with modern technology integrated into teaching. The school emphasizes a student-centred, international atmosphere, safety, and spaces that encourage creativity and collaboration. Extracurriculars are broad, from robotics and technology projects to arts, dance, team sports, and community service such as a Blood Donation project. Pathways include Cambridge English Qualifications, the PAU examinations, and a Dual Diploma alongside the IB program. A vibrant learning community supports students through personalised guidance and active engagement daily.
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