St. George Madrid is a well-established British international school in Madrid, offering a complete educational journey from the age of 2 through to the IB Diploma Programme. The school follows the British National Curriculum, providing academic rigour, continuity and a smooth progression for students joining from the UK, international systems or Spanish schools.

Set on a spacious 2.5-hectare campus in the north of Madrid, St. George Madrid offers an environment designed to support learning, wellbeing and personal growth. The school benefits from extensive green and sports areas, as well as large, bright classrooms and purpose-built spaces tailored to each educational stage. Small class sizes enable a personalised approach to education, ensuring that every student is known as an individual and supported to achieve their full potential.

Teaching and learning take place in English, delivered by teachers with native-level English proficiency. Students also learn Spanish at different levels according to their prior experience, ensuring both international and bilingual students are appropriately challenged. Towards the end of Primary, students are introduced to additional languages, including French and German, further strengthening their linguistic and cultural development.

As an IB World School, St. George Madrid prepares students to access both Spanish and international universities. The IB Diploma Programme, taught in English, opens pathways to higher education in Spain and worldwide, supported by structured university guidance that helps students and families make informed choices throughout the application process.

St. George Madrid is particularly valued by international and Spanish families seeking a British education with an international outlook, a personalised learning experience and clear pathways to top universities, all within a welcoming school community in Madrid.

St. George Madrid offers a rigorous and coherent academic programme based on the British National Curriculum, from the age of 2 through to the IB Diploma Programme. Teaching and learning take place in English, ensuring full immersion and continuity for students from international and bilingual backgrounds.

In the Early Years, the school provides a warm, stimulating and child-centred learning environment where young children learn through play, exploration and structured activities. The programme focuses on developing early communication, social skills, independence and curiosity, laying strong foundations for future learning while supporting each child’s individual pace of development.

In Primary, the school follows the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), a well-established framework used by leading international schools worldwide. The IPC combines strong academic foundations in literacy and numeracy with thematic, cross-curricular learning that develops critical thinking, collaboration and independence. This approach helps students understand how subjects connect, while building confidence and a genuine love of learning.

In Secondary, students follow the British curriculum leading to International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) qualifications. The IGCSE programme provides academic rigour, subject depth and externally benchmarked assessment, helping students to develop strong study skills and prepare effectively for the demands of pre-university education.

The IB Diploma Programme is taught in English and equips students with the academic skills, critical thinking and international perspective required to succeed at university level. It provides a natural progression from IGCSEs and prepares students for entry to both Spanish and international universities worldwide.

Across all stages, learning is guided by a set of core pillars that underpin the school’s educational approach, including academic development, personal growth, wellbeing and international mindedness. These pillars ensure a consistent and coherent learning experience from early childhood through to pre-university education.

Languages play an important role in the academic programme. Students learn Spanish at different levels according to their prior experience, ensuring appropriate progression for both international and native speakers. Towards the end of Primary, students are introduced to additional languages, including French and German, further enhancing their linguistic competence and cultural awareness.

Small class sizes throughout the school allow for a personalised approach to learning, enabling teachers to adapt instruction to students’ needs and support each child in reaching their full potential.

St. George Madrid offers a broad and well-structured extra-curricular programme that complements academic learning and supports students’ personal, social and physical development across all age groups.

A wide range of sports activities is available throughout the school, encouraging teamwork, resilience and healthy lifestyles. Students can participate in team and individual sports through curricular and after-school activities, making full use of the school’s extensive sports facilities and outdoor spaces.
Creative and performing arts play an important role in the extra-curricular programme. Opportunities in music, drama and creative arts allow students to develop confidence, self-expression and creativity, with performances, events and productions forming a key part of school life.

The programme also includes academic enrichment and skills-based activities that promote curiosity, critical thinking and independent learning. Clubs and activities are designed to cater for different interests and age groups, helping students explore new areas beyond the classroom and develop transferable skills.

Extra-curricular activities are carefully planned to support balance and wellbeing, ensuring that students can engage meaningfully while maintaining a healthy rhythm between academic work and wider interests. This holistic approach is particularly valued by international and returning families seeking a well-rounded British education in Madrid.

St. George Madrid is set on a spacious 2.5-hectare campus in the north of Madrid, designed to support learning, wellbeing and a broad range of academic and extracurricular activities. The campus offers a safe, well-organised and welcoming environment where students can learn, play and grow throughout all stages of their education.

The school benefits from extensive green areas and outdoor spaces, as well as purpose-built sports facilities that encourage an active and healthy lifestyle. Students also have access to an outdoor swimming pool, which is integrated into the school’s physical education and extracurricular programmes.

Classrooms across the campus are large, bright and well-equipped, with dedicated, age-appropriate spaces for each educational stage. Specialist facilities include science laboratories, creative and technology spaces, and a fully equipped auditorium used for assemblies, performances and school events, enriching both academic and cultural life.

The school also offers a dining hall with an on-site kitchen, providing freshly prepared meals each day and supporting healthy eating habits within the school community.

From September 2026, St. George Madrid will offer boarding facilities for students, further extending its international provision and supporting families seeking a British education in Madrid with a residential option. This development will enhance the school’s ability to welcome students from Spain and abroad within a structured and supportive campus environment.

The campus layout and facilities reflect the school’s commitment to personalised education, enabling small class sizes, flexible learning approaches and close interaction between students and teachers—an important factor for international and returning families choosing a school in Madrid.