Studying

Education Stages

St. George School Madrid is a private British day school in Sanchinarro, north of the city, welcoming children from 20 months to 18 years old. Students follow a continuous educational path through all stages of the British system, culminating in an international diploma:

• Infants (20 months – 5 years) — British EYFS early development standard with elements of International Primary Curriculum, where learning builds on play and exploration;
• Primary (5–11 years) — combination of English national program and international primary course with mandatory Spanish language;
• Secondary (11–16 years) — enhanced British program, including Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 leading to IGCSE exams;
• Sixth Form (16–18 years) — full IB Diploma program in English.

This journey is structured so knowledge builds progressively—from foundational literacy and numeracy in early years to deep specialization and independent research at graduation. As a result, graduates earn globally recognized qualifications that open doors to leading universities worldwide.

Language Environment at St George School Madrid

St. George builds its approach around multilingualism. While English serves as the primary medium of instruction across all levels, students simultaneously study Spanish (4 hours weekly, as Spanish legislation requires), and upper years can add French or German.

Those for whom English isn’t native benefit from specialized support programs—EAL (English as an Additional Language) and SAL (Spanish as an Additional Language)—which help newcomers adapt quickly and catch up with peers. Consequently, children don’t just become fluent in multiple languages; they learn to think within different cultural frameworks, which proves invaluable in this international community that unites over 40 nationalities.

Life Skills

Academic knowledge at St George School Madrid goes hand in hand with developing universal capabilities through the Lifelong Learning Skills initiative. This framework permeates all subjects and age groups: students learn to think critically, collaborate effectively, demonstrate curiosity, manage their emotions, and use technology responsibly.

Each skill is defined through clear “I can” statements (like “I can argue my viewpoint” or “I can work effectively in a group”), helping children consciously track their progress. By graduation, they possess not only solid academic foundations but also readiness for independent life—they know how to set goals, handle challenges, and adapt to new circumstances, giving them confidence as they enter universities and begin their careers.

Quality of Education

St. George in Madrid employs the proven Learning Improvement Process from the international ISP group, which combines research, reflection, and concrete action. Every teacher undergoes mandatory training in educational technology and artificial intelligence, allowing them to tailor lessons to individual needs and apply modern tools for personalizing learning experiences.

Meanwhile, the institution regularly measures outcomes against unified standards, giving parents confidence that their children receive education built on proven methods and constantly evolving. Through this approach, St George School Madrid maintains high teaching standards while preparing students for admission to top universities globally.