Features

Authentic School with Spanish Heritage

Founded over 45 years ago, Sotogrande International School spans from early childhood through senior levels, providing boarding as well as day program options. More than 1,300 students form a genuinely inclusive community where the focus extends beyond academics to embrace each child’s wellbeing and talent development. The approach balances structure with flexibility, creating an environment where diverse learners thrive together.

Convenient Location in the Sotogrande Area

Set along Costa del Sol, this international school benefits from favorable weather and abundant outdoor opportunities. The campus is conveniently located near Malaga, Marbella, and Estepona, while the region’s strong safety record provides peace of mind. Cultural and recreational venues nearby enrich the experiences students gain outside the classroom, connecting academic life with the vibrant local environment.

International Education

English serves as the main language at this international school in Sotogrande, though some subjects run in the Spanish language. This bilingual approach strengthens neuroplasticity and cognitive development, with students representing over 80 nationalities creating an organically inclusive atmosphere. Exchange programs and overseas study opportunities expand this international dimension further, with the Kindred project supporting global initiatives in Ecuador, India, Morocco, Spain, and Uganda.

Special Status as IB-Authorized School

As an authorized IB World institution, this international school in Sotogrande delivers internationally recognized curricula that weaves rigorous and advanced coursework into interdisciplinary frameworks. The curriculum develops intercultural awareness alongside global leadership capacities, preparing graduates who consistently gain admission to top universities worldwide. Students typically achieve an average score of 34 out of 45 possible points, reflecting both the rigor and effectiveness of this approach.

School Mission

Sotogrande International’s institutional mission centers around learner achievement via interconnected learning and child-centered methods. The approach amplifies student voice, encouraging personal perspectives and leadership qualities to emerge naturally during lessons. Programs like Global Citizenship build a community that tackles worldwide challenges, with Kindred moving from awareness to action through volunteer initiatives spanning multiple continents.