Spain, Zaragoza
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The British School of Aragon is a private international day school offering a continuous IB education from Early Years to Bachillerato. The curriculum comprises the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP), with English as the language of instruction from Infantil through the full IB curriculum. It is the only center in Zaragoza delivering the IB Diploma Programme in English. In addition to Cambridge official examinations from primary through bachillerato (C1–C2), the school teaches French and German as additional languages. The campus sits on 50,000 m2 of natural grounds with dedicated facilities for Infantil, Primaria, Secundaria and Bachillerato, including a Makerspace, a library, a 350-seat auditorium and technology spaces. The school emphasizes digital integration through iPad‑Mac projects and curricular AI, and maintains strong Pisa results and Aragón university entrance performance. The school is an authorized PEP and PD center pursuing verification of the PAI.
C. Valencia, KM 8, 500, 50410 Cuarte de Huerva, Zaragoza, Spain
The British School of Aragon has 596 pupils, typical class sizes of 20, instruction in English, Spanish.
The British School of Aragon is located at Carretera Valencia, KM 8,500, 50410 Cuarte de Huerva, Zaragoza, Spain. The campus sits in the municipality of Cuarte de Huerva within the Zaragoza metropolitan area. It is accessible by road and connected to the wider Zaragoza area by a network of private bus routes.
Nursery (OKLU) from 4 months to 2 years; Early Years/Infant (IB PYP) from 3 to 5; Primary (IB PYP); Secondary; International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB PD).
Private international day school
The school day includes an early arrival window (Hora 8) from 08:00–08:45; regular classes start around 09:00. Primary and Infant programs typically run until 16:45, with after‑school activities from 17:00–18:00 for some students; secondary programs run until about 17:00 with after‑school options as well.
The school offers a school transport service with ten active routes, plus midday and after‑school routes for certain students. A monitor accompanies each route, and families can track buses in real time via the BAT ON ROUTE app. Route changes can be requested by emailing transporte@britanico-aragon.edu.
The British School of Aragon teaches IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP) for students aged 0 to 18.
IB Primary Years Programme is delivered in Infantil and Primaria, with English as the language of instruction in Infantil and throughout the IB curriculum. The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for Bachillerato, and is the only center in Zaragoza delivering the IB Diploma Programme in English. English is central to the curriculum, with native-speaking staff and 10,150 hours of English across the school year, along with Cambridge official examinations from primary through bachillerato (C1–C2). French and German are offered as additional languages, with more than 1,365 hours of study across the program; from 1st grade as second languages, certificates are available (A2 in Secondary and B1 with potential B2 in Bachillerato), and there are exchange programs and stays in France and Germany to experience those cultures. The curriculum integrates technology (iPad-Mac project from Primary through Bachillerato) and curricular AI. The school reports excellent Pisa results and high performance in Aragón's university entrance examinations (Selectividad). The Bachillerato Internacional is taught in English and the school is an authorized PEP and PD center, pursuing continued verification of the PAI.
The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is widely recognized for preparing students for university due to its demanding, international, and competency-based approach.
The school centers on the learner with a personalized, student‑driven approach that develops critical, innovative, and creative thinking and prepares students for the world beyond the classroom. Social and emotional development is core to the education, and the emotional well‑being of students is actively cared for. Students gain communication and technology tools and are taught to work in teams, challenge ideas, and persevere to solve problems, expanding their global outlook and commitment to caring for the planet. The school operates with a values framework that includes Inquirers, Courageous, International‑minded, Communicators, Knowledgeable and Informed, Principled, Reflective, Balanced, Caring, and Thinkers, and it uses active learning to accommodate different styles. Houses Costa, Goya, and Shakespeare foster community and collaboration as part of the school culture.
The school considers each student's personal characteristics, conduct and reactions, and any related conditions or history in relation to convivencia and socialization to determine appropriate support. This supports an inclusive approach by adapting to different learning styles and needs. The principles of inclusion emphasize normalizing convivencia in the classroom and school with respect, adaptation support, and help for expressing vulnerabilities. The school relies on mediation and discipline processes, with support from advisory bodies, to address complex convivencia situations and to guide staff, families, and students.
Classes are taught in English across the school, with English education comprising over 10,150 hours and 90% of Early Years classes conducted in English, taught by native‑speaking teachers. The school offers bilingual language provision, with French and German as additional languages, along with immersion programs and exchanges with the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. It is a Cambridge English‑preparation center, offering on‑site examinations from Starters up to C2 across the school years, reinforcing English language development and assessment. English instruction is embedded from the earliest stages, building a strong linguistic foundation for later study.
Emotional well‑being is a key element of the school's culture, with a focus on nurturing social and emotional competencies and fostering a sense of belonging. The environment supports empathy, collaboration, and respectful interactions, rooted in a values‑driven approach. The school recognizes and accommodates different learning styles and supports personal growth through active, inquiry‑based learning and close family involvement. A convivencia framework guides social dynamics and emphasizes inclusive, supportive relationships among students, staff, and families, contributing to students' mental well‑being.
The school promotes an inclusive, respectful community and implements a Plan de convivencia to support safe and positive convivencia. A Commission of Discipline and Mediation, along with advisory bodies, provides oversight and support to staff, families, and students in safeguarding and responding to complex situations, ensuring a safe school environment.
Enrollment is open for the 2025-2026 academic year. The school invites families to learn about its educational project and learning spaces, highlighting its history of English‑medium international education from early years (OKLU) through Bachillerato Internacional.
Plan de Becas para infantil 0-2 años: exclusive scholarship plan for children aged 0-2 years. If you enroll your child in the infant stage and you have another child aged 0-2, you may receive a 25% discount on the monthly fee for the second child during the 0-2 period; enrollment and seat-reservation fees are waived. Amounts shown: subsidized portion equals 25% of the annual quota (€1,692.64); enrollment €600.00; seat reservation €400.00; total €2,692.64. Offer valid until June 20. €1,692.64 subsidized + €600.00 enrollment + €400.00 reservation = €2,692.64 total.