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Curriculum EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Montessori Curriculum
Taught languages Spanish, French
Typical class size 20
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Social and Hobbies
Stages Early Years, Primary School
Introduction
Montessori School Almería offers a distinctive blend of British education and AMI Montessori pedagogy for children aged 2 to 12. English is the main language of instruction, with Spanish taught by qualified teachers. The Primary program follows the English National Curriculum alongside Montessori approaches. Classrooms are multi-age, with small sizes—about 20 children per 2 educators—and a British-qualified class teacher supported by an AMI Montessori guide in primary, plus English-speaking specialists for PE, Music, Spanish and French. The timetable runs Monday to Friday, with organic lunch and after-school activities. Facilities include a sea-side setting, outdoor play spaces, sports courts, skate ramps, and a garden with composting and recycling. The program covers English, Mathematics, Sciences, History, Geography, Art, Design and Technology, Languages (Spanish, French), Music and Physical Education. The school emphasizes learning at each child's pace in a close, family-friendly community, with workshops and events for families.
Montessori School Almeria has 22 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English, Spanish.
Location
Find us at Avda. Nueva Almería nº27, 04007 Almería. The school is located in Almería city. It is a private school offering a British education and following the Montessori Pedagogy.
Stages
Children's House-EYFS (ages 2.5–5) and Primary (ages 6–12; KS1–KS2).
Type
Private school that offers British education and follows the Montessori Pedagogy; complies with the British Education System and follows the Early Years Foundation Stage and the National Curriculum of England.
Additional learning support
Inclusive education; all children welcomed and provided for.
Country affiliation
British; follows the English National Curriculum.
Religious affiliation
No explicit religious affiliation; secular.
School day structure
EYFS: Hours Monday to Friday 9:00–15:30, including an organic lunch; Extracurricular Activities from 15:30. Primary: Hours Monday to Friday 8:30–16:00, including an organic lunch; Extracurricular Activities from 16:00.
Fees
Annual tuition at Montessori School Almeria ranges from EUR 5,850 to EUR 6,400 for 2026/27.
Application / Admission fee - Admission (one-off) fee: EUR 700. This fee is non‑refundable.
Annual registration / tuition reservation fee - Annual registration (tuition reservation) fee: EUR 500. This fee reserves the place for the following year and is non‑refundable. Payment to reserve a place is required before 2 March for the next school year.
Yearly school supplies charge - Annual school supplies fee: EUR 100. Payment is due in September.
Tuition (monthly / annual / per‑term) by year group - Children's House (Children's House / EYFS) – standard day hours shown as Monday–Friday 09:00/09:15 to 15:30/15:40. - Monthly fee: EUR 585. - Annual (calculated from the school's 10‑month payment commitment, September–June): EUR 5,850 (EUR 585 × 10). - Approximate per term (calculated as annual ÷ 3): EUR 1,950 per term (rounded). (Per‑term figure shown as a calculated breakdown from the monthly ×10 commitment.)
- Primary (Year 1–Year 6) – standard day hours shown as Monday–Friday 08:30/08:45 to 15:50/16:00. - Monthly fee: EUR 640. - Annual (monthly × 10‑month commitment): EUR 6,400 (EUR 640 × 10). - Approximate per term (annual ÷ 3): EUR 2,133.33 per term (rounded). (Per‑term figure shown as a calculated breakdown from the monthly ×10 commitment.)
Billing schedule and payment terms - Standard payment commitment: 10 monthly instalments covering September through June (monthly payment plan). - Monthly payments are requested between the 1st and the 5th of each month. Late payments incur a surcharge (example: EUR 25 late fee cited in the Parent Guide) and repeated or long delays may lead to suspension of the student. - The annual registration/tuition reservation fee must accompany re‑enrolment; a contract is not accepted without that payment.
Extras and other payable items - Morning care (from 07:45): EUR 35 per month; or EUR 7 per single day. - Afternoon care: EUR 35 per month; or EUR 7 per single day. - Extracurricular activities typical charge: EUR 35 per month for regular activities (individual activities and clubs have separate pricing where advertised). Examples of additional activity pricing: tennis/multisports, music initiation and other clubs have separate published fees. - Summer camp / seasonal programmes and special workshops have separate enrolment fees (example: summer camp enrolment/matriculation fee listed). - Uniform items available through the school store: short‑sleeve T‑shirt (example product price listed at EUR 14); additional uniform items are sold individually.
Discounts - Single annual payment before 5 September: 2% discount on the basic fee (includes tuition). - Single payment for a 3‑ or 6‑year school cycle: 4% discount on the basic fee. - Sibling discounts: second sibling 15% discount; third sibling 25% discount.
Refund information and financial policy - Admission (entry) fee and the annual registration/tuition reservation fee are non‑refundable. - Monthly instalments are not reimbursed or prorated for sick leave, vacation, withdrawal or any other reason once the academic year commitment has begun. If a child withdraws after 1 September, the full academic year remains payable (the 10 monthly payments remain due). - Re‑enrolment requires the registration payment to accompany the re‑enrolment contract; the contract will not be accepted without that payment.
Boarding - Boarding is not provided; the school operates as a day school for early years and primary pupils (children's house and primary age programmes with daytime hours).
Fee payment options - Preferred method: bank transfer. Bank account details (IBAN and account holder) are published for payments: CAJAMAR IBAN ES15 3058 0023 2828 2000 4742, account holder Macarena Aznar Jiménez. - The Parent Guide and financial policy reference bank transfer as the primary payment method and set out payment windows and late fee consequences. No public listing is provided for card payment processing or other online payment providers in the published payment documents.
Academics
Montessori School Almeria teaches EYFS (Early years foundation stage), Montessori Curriculum for students aged 2 to 12.
Curriculum
Primary program follows the English National Curriculum and Montessori pedagogy. Areas include English, Art and Design, History, Physical Education, Mathematics, Design and Technology, Spanish, Drama, Sciences, Geography, Music, and French. The curriculum is taught in English, with Spanish Language and Literature, Spanish Culture and other Spanish subjects taught in Spanish by a qualified Spanish teacher. Each primary class has at least two teachers: a British-qualified class teacher and an AMI Montessori guide for primary (6–12 years), plus English-speaking specialists for Physical Education and Music and teachers for Spanish and French. The timetable runs Monday to Friday from 8:30 to 16:00, including organic lunch, with after-school activities from 16:00.
Student Teacher Ratio
At least two teachers per primary class: a British-qualified class teacher and an AMI Montessori guide for primary (6–12 years), plus English-speaking specialists for Physical Education and Music and teachers for Spanish and French.
Wellbeing
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
The school focuses on social and emotional development within a prepared Montessori environment. It emphasises autonomy, self-esteem, self-control, and cooperation. Mixed-age classrooms support learning from peers, and hands-on activities promote concentration and engagement. Personal, social and emotional development is integrated into daily routines, helping children develop independence and resilience. The environment is physically and emotionally safe, respectful, and stimulating, fostering belonging and collaborative learning.
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The school is inclusive and welcomes all children, providing for their individual needs. It offers small class sizes with a low student-to-teacher ratio to support personalised attention. The educational team includes UK-qualified teachers and AMI-trained Montessori guides who support diverse learners. The school follows the British Education System and the Early Years Foundation Stage, with an emphasis on addressing each child's needs. The inclusive approach aims to help every child realise their potential within a British-style framework.
English as an Additional Language (EAL)
The curriculum is taught in English, and compulsory Spanish subjects are taught in Spanish. English is the main language of instruction across the curriculum. In primary, core subjects are taught in English while Spanish is a mandatory subject taught in Spanish.
Mental Wellbeing
The school provides a physically and emotionally safe, respectful, and stimulating environment. Wellbeing is supported through a nurturing, peaceful atmosphere that encourages children to participate and express themselves. The prepared environment and focus on individual development foster concentration, confidence, and security in learning.
Safeguarding
Safety, respect, and inclusion are fundamental values of the school. The environment promotes solidarity, peace, and tolerance, ensuring children feel secure to explore and learn. The school emphasises safeguarding through its safe, supportive community and emphasis on positive social interactions.
FAQs
What does Montessori School Almeria offer?
Montessori School Almería offers a distinctive blend of British education and AMI Montessori pedagogy for children aged 2 to 12. English is the main language of instruction, with Spanish taught by qualified teachers. The Primary program follows the E.
What age range?
Ages 2-12.
What are the fees?
Annual fees: EUR 6,450 to EUR 7,150.
How many students?
Approximately 22 students.
Co-educational?
Yes.
SEN support?
Not specifically mentioned.
Where?
In Spain.
Languages?
English and Spanish are typically offered.
Transport?
Contact school.
What makes it special?
Montessori School Almería offers a distinctive blend of British education and AMI Montessori pedagogy for children aged 2 to 12. English is the main l.
