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American School of Madrid

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees €11,593 - 23,878
Ages 3 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1045
Type Co-educational
Opened 1961
Bus Service Yes
Academic offering
Curriculum American Curriculum
Taught languages Spanish, French, Mandarin
Typical class size 25
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, STEM
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

American School of Madrid is a not-for-profit private international day school in Pozuelo de Alarcón serving ages 3 to 18. It offers the American curriculum alongside the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme for Upper School, with pathways to the US High School Diploma, the IB Diploma, and the Título de Bachillerato. The campus spans 11 acres and includes a zero-energy Middle School building opened in 2021 and the Don Quijote Park Play Landscape added in 2023 as part of the Lower School. The Center for the Arts houses a 600-seat auditorium, dedicated spaces for art, music and drama, and a Black Box Theatre. The Upper School features a Learning Commons, a cafeteria, an Athletics Complex and a Center for the Sciences, plus the Innovation, Design, and Education Hub with a Robotics lab and Da Vinci Space. Outdoor facilities include an all-weather track, turf soccer field, the ASM garden and multiple fields.

C. América, 3, 28224 Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid, Spain

The Essentials

American School of Madrid has 1,045 pupils, typical class sizes of 25, instruction in English.

Location

Pozuelo de Alarcón, Madrid, Spain. The campus is located at Calle América 3, Pozuelo de Alarcón 28224, Madrid. Pozuelo is part of the Madrid metropolitan area.

Stages

Lower School (ages 3-11), Middle School (Grades 6-8, ages 11-14), Upper School (Grades 9-12, ages 14-18). The Upper School includes the IB Diploma Programme.

Type

not-for-profit private international day school with an American curriculum

Pupil Nationality Mix

One third American, one third Spanish, and one third of students from around 60 other countries.

Additional learning support

The Learning Support team provides services across the K-12 spectrum, including English Language Acquisition, Reading, Writing, Math, and Executive Function. Documentation is required during admissions to determine whether ASM can support a child's learning and well-being; some students requiring substantial academic or social-emotional support may not be accepted into Grades 6-12.

Country affiliation

United States

Bus service

ASM offers a private bus service provided by Grupo Chapin with 13 routes across Central Madrid, Pozuelo, Aravaca, Majadahonda. It is not door-to-door; bus stops are designated for safeguarding; the ASM Business Office coordinates routes and a bus-tracking app is available; bus monitors are on every bus; contact bus@asmadrid.es for routes and payments.

Fees

Annual tuition at American School of Madrid ranges from EUR 11,593 to EUR 23,878 for 2026/27.

Application fees

- Preliminary application fee: EUR 250.00 (one-time, non-refundable).
- Registration fee (paid upon admittance): EUR 2,000.00 (non-refundable; credited toward tuition).
- Matriculation (re-enrollment) fee (payable in spring to reserve a place for the following year): EUR 950.00 (non-refundable).

Tuition fees — Private (family pays; Academic year 2025–2026)

- Early years / K1–K2: Semester EUR 5,796.50 (payable September and February); Annual EUR 11,593.00.
- K3: Semester EUR 6,025.00 (payable September and February); Annual EUR 12,050.00.
- Grade 1–2: Semester EUR 8,133.50 (payable September and February); Annual EUR 16,267.00.
- Grade 3–5: Semester EUR 9,131.50 (payable September and February); Annual EUR 18,263.00.
- Grade 6–8: Semester EUR 11,069.00 (payable September and February); Annual EUR 22,138.00.
- Grade 9–12: Semester EUR 11,939.00 (payable September and February); Annual EUR 23,878.00.

Tuition fees — Corporate (employer pays; Academic year 2025–2026)

- Early years / K1–K2: Semester EUR 8,363.00; Annual EUR 16,726.00.
- K3: Semester EUR 8,526.50; Annual EUR 17,053.00.
- Grade 1–2: Semester EUR 11,555.00; Annual EUR 23,110.00.
- Grade 3–5: Semester EUR 12,979.00; Annual EUR 25,959.00.
- Grade 6–8: Semester EUR 15,460.50; Annual EUR 30,921.00.
- Grade 9–12: Semester EUR 15,798.00; Annual EUR 31,596.00.

Capital fee and family discounts

- Capital fee (one-time, non-refundable): Private enrolment (Grades K3–12) EUR 6,000.00 per student; Corporate enrolment EUR 8,100.00 per student.
- Family plan: 10% reduction on tuition and capital fee for the third child from the same family; 20% reduction for each additional child thereafter (applies to both tuition and one-time capital fee).

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Payment frequency options: annual payment, semester payment, or monthly installments.
- Administrative service charge: a 4% per semester administrative service charge is added if tuition is paid by monthly installments.
- Semester billing dates: semester payments are payable in September and February (semester amounts shown above are payable on those dates).
- Proration: charges are prorated for families joining during the school year.
- Currency: payments are accepted in Euros (EUR) or in U.S. Dollars (USD) using the prevailing exchange rate.

Optional fees and other costs

- Cafeteria: daily cost EUR 9.35; billed at the end of each month for actual meals/snacks consumed.
- Bus service with monitors: Per semester EUR 1,162.00; Annual EUR 2,324.00.
- Spirit wear / school clothing: optional spirit wear is available for purchase through the school's spirit wear provider; purchases are optional and charged separately.
- Additional optional charges: certain after-school activities, trips, or specific programs may carry extra fees; such additional charges are invoiced as applicable.

Refund information and withdrawal policy

- Each semester is treated as 150 calendar days for refund calculation. Refund of tuition when a student withdraws after classes begin is determined by days enrolled within that semester as follows: 1–5 days enrolled: 78% refund; 6–20 days: 70% refund; 21–35 days: 55% refund; 36–50 days: 38% refund; 51–65 days: 22% refund; 66–80 days: 10% refund; 80 days and over: 0% refund.
- Additional fees are not covered by this tuition refund schedule and are not refundable.
- Bus service: a full refund is made on the unused portion of the bus service charge based on the number of calendar days remaining in the semester after withdrawal.

Boarding fees

- Boarding fees: Not applicable. The American School of Madrid is a non-profit K–12 co-educational day school and does not operate a boarding program.

Fee payment options (channels and practical notes)

- Payment channels such as specific acceptance of credit card, online payment portal, or bank transfer are not itemized in this fee summary; payments may be made in EUR or USD and may be scheduled annually, by semester, or monthly (monthly payments incur the administrative service charge noted above). For billing and method details, families should follow the school's invoicing instructions when completing registration and enrollment.
Academics

American School of Madrid teaches American Curriculum for students aged 3 to 18.

Curriculum

The school is a K-12 independent school with an American curriculum. It offers the US High School Diploma, the International Baccalaureate Diploma, and the Titulo de Bachillerato. The Upper School follows the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP).

Exam Results

IB results May 2025: average total points 34.5; World average 30.6; Diploma pass rates: World Diploma pass rate 83.30%, ASM Diploma pass rate 96.8%; Diplomas Awarded 93.30%.

Higher Education Progression

Between 2021 and 2025, 56% of seniors were admitted to Top 100 Universities in the world (QS World University Rankings). The Class of 2025 had 67 acceptances to Top 100 Universities worldwide and 123 acceptances to Top 100 U.S. Universities.

Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

ASM provides social-emotional learning through the Learning Support Team, which ensures educational equity and continuity across the divisions. The team supports, guides, and teaches students to reach their full potential with services for different learning needs. Learning Support programs emphasize growth mindset and resilience. Staff collaborate with students, parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators to support student growth across the K-12 spectrum. English Language Acquisition, Reading, Writing, Math, and Executive Function Skills are included among the services for students who require additional support. Admission decisions for Middle and Upper School consider whether ASM can meet the student's social-emotional and academic support needs, and documentation such as an IEP or 504 plan may be requested.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

ASM provides Learning Support for students with different learning needs across the K-12 divisions. The program focuses on educational equity and continuity and includes support for English Language Acquisition, Reading, Writing, Math, and Executive Function Skills. Students who require substantial academic and/or social-emotional support and program modification are not accepted into Grades 6-12; admissions reviews determine whether ASM can provide the necessary level of support. Documentation such as Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), educational evaluation reports, 504 plans, and medical or psychological reports may be requested during the admissions process. ASM collaborates with families, teachers, and counselors to determine appropriate supports.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

English Language Acquisition (EAL) is provided within ASM's Learning Support framework for students who need language development support. EAL services are integrated across Lower, Middle, and Upper School as part of the school's approach to inclusive education. The Learning Support team offers EAL alongside Reading, Writing, Math, and Executive Function support to help students access the curriculum. The admissions process and ongoing assessments consider language needs to determine appropriate placement and supports. This reflects ASM's multilingual and inclusive approach.

Mental Wellbeing

Well-being is valued and supported for every student. The aim is to cultivate a growth mindset and to support cognitive, social, emotional, and physical well-being as part of a holistic education. Mindfulness, empathy, and self-reflection are encouraged as skills to help students connect with themselves and others. The Health Services page highlights Well Being and Mental Health as central to student success and provides programs to promote happiness and resilience. The school integrates mental health provisions into daily life and student support.

Safeguarding

ASM maintains strong child protection policies and procedures to maintain a safe and secure environment for all students. The school emphasizes safeguarding as part of international best practice. A Whistleblowing Channel is available for reporting concerns. Safeguarding efforts focus on positive relationships and safe school life to protect students.

Admissions

Admissions

The school welcomes applications from students of all nationalities and cultures. The Admissions Committee prioritizes US citizens; expatriate families; alumni or siblings of current students; and families seeking a college-preparatory program based on American standards and practices culminating in an American and/or International Baccalaureate diploma. Parents with children who have special needs should submit all pertinent documentation for the Admissions Commission to determine whether support can be provided. Applicants cannot be accepted as fully enrolled until their transcripts and other requested documentation have been received by the Admissions Office. ASM admits students of any race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or disability; it does not discriminate in admission policies, financial aid and scholarship programs, and other school-administered programs. ASM reserves the right to accept or reject any application. Families should complete the Application Form as the first step.

Scholarships

The ASM Scholarship Program exists thanks to generous donations to the Scholarship Fund and the annual Gala. Thanks to donors, ASM can offer the ASM learning experience to talented students who would not otherwise be able to join ASM, and applicants are asked to demonstrate a high level of English and a commitment to contribute positively to the ASM community. The Scholarship Fund is for exceptional Upper School students, starting with two beneficiaries in Grade 9 (3º ESO/ British Year 10). It will cover up to 75% of school tuition and fees. Applications are now open for the 2026/2027 school year and close on Monday, February 23, 2026. Two applications are needed: a student application and a financial application. Two scholarships will be awarded to two students entering Grade 9 in September 2026; when the program is fully established, there will be up to 8 Upper School students (2 in each grade) receiving scholarships. Eligibility requirements include a strong academic record; near-native English (B2 Cambridge); a proven desire to be part of the ASM community; and values aligned with ASM. The scholarship lasts from Grade 9 through Grade 12 on a year-by-year basis and is funded by donations (scholarships are not paid from tuition). The scholarship covers up to 75% of tuition and fees (excluding additional costs such as trips). For families who are part of the ASM community and need help, ASM provides support for short-term financial hardship. Contact: scholarships@asmadrid.es; Duration: Grade 9–12 (year by year).

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