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Compare 4 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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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.
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.
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.
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.
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